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fromIndieWire
4 days ago
Independent films

Got a Project? Submit to These Summer 2025 Grants, Fellowships, Labs, and Funding Opportunities

IndieWire supports emerging filmmakers by highlighting various grants and programs.
Independent filmmaking can feel isolating, but community support exists.
#public-libraries
fromBrooklyn Eagle
1 week ago
NYC politics

PREMIUMExecutive orders target library funding, threatens BPL

Increased funding for libraries is essential for sustaining community services amid rising costs.
fromwww.npr.org
6 days ago
NYC LGBT

A new documentary checks out the many ways libraries are a 'Free For All'

The PBS documentary 'Free for All: The Public Library' highlights both the generosity and the challenges facing America's public library system.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
London politics

Book swaps at tube stations are invaluable bring them back | Letters

The ban on book-sharing at tube stations disregards community needs and fire safety realities.
fromBrooklyn Eagle
1 week ago
NYC politics

PREMIUMExecutive orders target library funding, threatens BPL

Increased funding for libraries is essential for sustaining community services amid rising costs.
fromwww.npr.org
6 days ago
NYC LGBT

A new documentary checks out the many ways libraries are a 'Free For All'

The PBS documentary 'Free for All: The Public Library' highlights both the generosity and the challenges facing America's public library system.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
London politics

Book swaps at tube stations are invaluable bring them back | Letters

The ban on book-sharing at tube stations disregards community needs and fire safety realities.
more#public-libraries
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago
Left-wing politics

Being a librarian was already hard. Then came the Trump administration

Librarians face increased pressures from social and political changes, resulting in burnout and an urgency to provide essential community resources.
#food-insecurity
fromwww.amny.com
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

How hungry New Yorkers can stay fed during the holiday season and beyond | amNewYork

More than one million New Yorkers are facing food insecurity this Thanksgiving due to rising living costs and inflation.
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago
Everyday cooking

I'm a mom who feeds my family of 3 with $200 monthly and food bank hauls. Here are my top 2 tips for saving money on groceries.

Using food banks can help families with food insecurity manage their budgets effectively.
fromwww.amny.com
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

How hungry New Yorkers can stay fed during the holiday season and beyond | amNewYork

More than one million New Yorkers are facing food insecurity this Thanksgiving due to rising living costs and inflation.
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago
Everyday cooking

I'm a mom who feeds my family of 3 with $200 monthly and food bank hauls. Here are my top 2 tips for saving money on groceries.

Using food banks can help families with food insecurity manage their budgets effectively.
more#food-insecurity
NYC parents
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

How urban environments present unique challenges for aging in place

Many seniors in Philadelphia face challenges aging in place, including isolation and a lack of information about available resources.
Alternative transportation
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago

'Complete Streets' Webpage Falls Prey To Trump Purge - Streetsblog USA

The removal of the Complete Streets resources from the U.S. DOT website raises concerns about community safety initiatives amid political changes.
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

CUNY unveils new food pantry at Macaulay Honors College to combat student food insecurity | amNewYork

CUNY opened its first Mountain Lion Food Pantry to combat food insecurity among students.
fromAdobe
3 months ago
Django

Sample project links are broken | eLearning

The links to sample projects are broken, but alternative resources can be found in the community forums.
fromSecret NYC
4 months ago
Writing

These Were The Most Borrowed Books Of 2024 Across All NYC Public Libraries

New Yorkers borrowed a diverse mix of family sagas, mysteries, and romances in 2024 from their libraries.
Miscellaneous
fromThe Walrus
4 months ago

Why the Law Fails Victims of Violent Partners | The Walrus

Renfrew County has significant challenges for women, including sparse resources, limited shelter access, and a culture where conservative values can hinder safety.
fromwww.cbc.ca
6 months ago
Toronto

Toronto relaunches education campaign to ease number of 911 non-emergency calls | CBC News

Toronto's 'Make the Right Call' campaign aims to reduce 911 misuse by educating residents on when to contact emergency services versus non-emergency resources.
fromThe Oaklandside
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

Two park district board seats are up for election. Here's what you need to know

Understanding the East Bay Regional Park District board is crucial for informed voting in upcoming elections.
fromApartment Therapy
7 months ago
Miscellaneous

This Is the Best-Kept Secret for Scoring Free Appliances (Even a Fridge!)

There are multiple ways to obtain free appliances, including community-driven groups and local resources.
#healthcare-access
fromTelecompetitor
7 months ago
Medicine

Heartland Forward Unveils Telehealth Initiative

Heartland Forward's initiative trains librarians to prepare communities for telehealth, addressing healthcare access issues in rural Arkansas and Oklahoma.
fromLGBTQ Nation
9 months ago
NYC LGBT

Pride promotes health in NYC under the pressure of budget cuts - LGBTQ Nation

Annual Health Fair supports LGBTQ+ community amidst NYC healthcare cutbacks.
fromTelecompetitor
7 months ago
Medicine

Heartland Forward Unveils Telehealth Initiative

Heartland Forward's initiative trains librarians to prepare communities for telehealth, addressing healthcare access issues in rural Arkansas and Oklahoma.
fromLGBTQ Nation
9 months ago
NYC LGBT

Pride promotes health in NYC under the pressure of budget cuts - LGBTQ Nation

Annual Health Fair supports LGBTQ+ community amidst NYC healthcare cutbacks.
more#healthcare-access
fromPortlandTribune.com
7 months ago
Los Angeles

Multnomah County announces Homelessness Resource Center in Gresham

Cook Plaza Building will become the East County Homelessness Resource Center, enhancing services for the homeless in Gresham.
fromsilive
8 months ago
New York Islanders

Here's how Staten Islanders can order free compost bins over the phone

Residents can obtain free compost bins by calling 311.
Ordering compost bins offline is a concern for Staten Islanders.
Privacy professionals
fromNew York Amsterdam News
8 months ago

Five takeaways from our report on gun violence survivors struggling to work

Nonfatal gun violence impacts survivors' reintegration and workforce participation, especially in marginalized communities, highlighting inadequacies in support systems.
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