Missouri boy, 11, raises funds to pay off classmates' tabs for school lunches
An 11-year-old boy in Missouri is fundraising to alleviate his classmates' school lunch debts, emphasizing the importance of school meals for students. [ more ]
East London charity faces closure unless it finds new home
Smile London and Essex, a charity aiding low-income families, urgently needs 20,000 to avoid closing due to eviction and seeks community support. [ more ]
Charity which supports families announces shop closing date
Smile London & Essex charity shop in Romford is closing down due to being asked to vacate the premises with no option to negotiate, impacting their ability to support families. [ more ]
New York State approves bill to broaden hate crimes law
The Hate Crimes Modernization Act in New York State broadens the scope of hate crimes law by allowing prosecutors to punish offenders with additional offenses. [ more ]
We have failed': A conversation with the parents of an Israeli hostage | amNewYork
The Neutra family shares their story about their son who is held hostage in Gaza, emphasizing the need for attention and action to be directed towards the hostages. [ more ]
SF doughnut shop employee severely hurt in hit-and-run
A dedicated employee from a popular San Francisco doughnut shop was severely injured in a hit-and-run crash, prompting a call for community support. [ more ]
Amid worsening drought, Austin Water floats updates on conservation and drought contingency plan - Austin Monitor
Austin Water aims to reduce daily water consumption per capita from 127 to 123 gallons by 2029, with plans for wastewater recycling and infrastructural improvements. [ more ]
Bi Pride UK announces details for 'largest bi+ event in the world'
Bi Pride UK hosts the largest bi+ event in the world, striving for inclusivity and visibility while combatting erasure and stigma in the community. [ more ]
NodeJS VS Python: Which Technology Is The Best Option For AI Development? - Springs
Python and NodeJS are popular for AI/ML; Python has a strong community for support and newer features, while NodeJS is efficient for architecture development. [ more ]
Primary schools in Romford and Dagenham to start mental health counselling
Children's charity Place2Be assigns full-time mental health practitioners at primary schools to provide direct help to youngsters aged five and above. [ more ]
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Black trans man shot dead in Florida in act of 'senseless violence'
Friends mourn Tee Arnold, a Black trans man shot dead in Florida. His death highlights ongoing violence against the transgender community in the US. [ more ]
Knicks Media Roundup: Jalen's letter to NY, OG appreciation, and an 'inside look' at Thibodeau's work ethic
Jalen Brunson expresses gratitude to his family and coaches for his basketball development and emphasizes the importance of team unity and community support. [ more ]
Reynoso seeks to 'close the gaps in maternal healthcare' with Brownsville community baby shower * Brooklyn Paper
One main point: Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso has prioritized addressing disparities in maternal health for Black women through community baby showers and maternal healthcare programs. [ more ]
Residents living in RVs along Bernal Heights Boulevard were recently evicted after a moratorium was lifted by the city.
Volunteers played a crucial role in assisting RV residents with their relocation, including providing essentials and helping with transportation. [ more ]
Half Moon Bay Prepares to Break Ground on Farmworker Housing | KQED
The acute shortage of affordable housing in coastal San Mateo County is affecting farmworkers living in Half Moon Bay, leading to concerns of potential displacement. [ more ]
Chef Hui supports Maui community with restaurant-quality meals
Chefs came together post-wildfires to cook 50k meals and support community, emphasizing the importance of local support for businesses' survival in the recovery phase. [ more ]
Openings & Closings: Gertrude; Pier i Cafe; Maya Kron Wellness; Han's Fruit and Vegetable Market
Gertrude, a local small cafe on West 96th Street, is closing on April 21st due to challenging economics for small businesses in New York.
Owner of Gertrude emphasizes the importance of supporting local small businesses by ordering directly and picking up orders to keep neighborhoods vibrant. [ more ]
Concerts, limited edition sushi. Here's how you can support Jackson Health's campaign
Thursday marks the official launch of the One Day for Jackson fundraising campaign to support upcoming projects at Jackson Health System.
Businesses in Miami-Dade County are hosting events and donating portions of their earnings to support the public hospital system through the fundraising campaign. [ more ]
London vigil marks sixth anniversary of Windrush scandal being exposed
The Windrush scandal, which wrongly impacted British citizens mainly of Caribbean origin, continues to affect many victims even six years later.
Despite government apologies and compensation promises, the fallout from the scandal persists, highlighting the ongoing struggle for justice and recognition. [ more ]
Lollipop man, 89, made redundant from lifeline job by east London council after 24 years
Alfred Tollon, an 89-year-old lollipop man, has been made redundant after working at Harrow Lodge Primary School for 24 years due to council cutbacks.
Despite wanting to work for free, the council let him go citing financial pressures and inability to insure him. A GoFundMe page has raised funds for his retirement. [ more ]
Police feared man in Catford house with gas canister would harm himself or others
Police arrested a 26-year-old man on suspicion of making threats to cause criminal damage with intent to endanger life.
Officers successfully resolved a sensitive and complex incident in Catford through negotiation and deployment of crisis negotiators and firearms officers. [ more ]