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Oakland's Budget Woes Might Kill Off a Promising Film Initiative

Oakland is striving to transform into a filmmaking destination by establishing support systems and incentives for productions.
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A North Brooklyn Guide to Volunteering this Holiday Season - Greenpointers

There are multiple volunteer opportunities in North Brooklyn to support local communities during the holiday season.

Historic Limehouse Town Hall offers a new way to check bus arrival times

A community-driven project repurposed a display board to provide real-time bus arrival times, enhancing local transport accessibility.

Alameda mayor: Here are three heartwarming stories for the holidays

The Girl Scouts of Alameda demonstrate exceptional community leadership through impactful projects, embodying service and dedication to local issues.

A North Brooklyn Guide to Volunteering this Holiday Season - Greenpointers

There are multiple volunteer opportunities in North Brooklyn to support local communities during the holiday season.

Historic Limehouse Town Hall offers a new way to check bus arrival times

A community-driven project repurposed a display board to provide real-time bus arrival times, enhancing local transport accessibility.

Alameda mayor: Here are three heartwarming stories for the holidays

The Girl Scouts of Alameda demonstrate exceptional community leadership through impactful projects, embodying service and dedication to local issues.
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#community-engagement

Gospel-focused racial reconciliation in the Deep South

People are working through differences to foster unity in a divided America.
A biracial group in Mobile meets regularly to discuss cultural differences and seek common ground.

State Comptroller DiNapoli will visit Brooklyn to release 'Economic Snapshot of Coney Island and Brighton Beach'

Economic viability of Coney Island and Brighton Beach is crucial for community discussions and local engagement.

See how firefighter transformed historic fire station into green and welcoming place

Firefighter Hannah Gould transformed West Hampstead Fire Station into a welcoming community space using a grant, enhancing its appeal and fostering community interaction.

Leisure centres are offering free gym, swimming and pickleball sessions

The open weekend promotes community engagement by offering free fitness activities and supporting local food banks.
Variety of activities available encourages participation in sports and wellness initiatives.

Meet the bottle top artist who is the 'Pride of Barking and Dagenham'

Katja Rosenberg was honored for her significant contributions to public art and community engagement in Barking and Dagenham.

Sunnyvale volunteers show compassion during week of service

Compassion Week promotes community engagement and volunteerism through various projects, aiming to create enduring impacts beyond the week itself.

Gospel-focused racial reconciliation in the Deep South

People are working through differences to foster unity in a divided America.
A biracial group in Mobile meets regularly to discuss cultural differences and seek common ground.

State Comptroller DiNapoli will visit Brooklyn to release 'Economic Snapshot of Coney Island and Brighton Beach'

Economic viability of Coney Island and Brighton Beach is crucial for community discussions and local engagement.

See how firefighter transformed historic fire station into green and welcoming place

Firefighter Hannah Gould transformed West Hampstead Fire Station into a welcoming community space using a grant, enhancing its appeal and fostering community interaction.

Leisure centres are offering free gym, swimming and pickleball sessions

The open weekend promotes community engagement by offering free fitness activities and supporting local food banks.
Variety of activities available encourages participation in sports and wellness initiatives.

Meet the bottle top artist who is the 'Pride of Barking and Dagenham'

Katja Rosenberg was honored for her significant contributions to public art and community engagement in Barking and Dagenham.

Sunnyvale volunteers show compassion during week of service

Compassion Week promotes community engagement and volunteerism through various projects, aiming to create enduring impacts beyond the week itself.
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The 'ginormous' light-up reindeer putting a smile on Romford shoppers' faces

The giant light-up reindeer in Romford has brought joy and festive spirit to the town centre amid minimal official celebrations.
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93-year-old man's garden feeds the neighborhood in Camden, New Jersey

A 93-year-old man turned a vacant lot into a community garden to provide fresh produce.
A local ministry aims to sustain the legacy of the garden by involving the youth.

Football project holds 1,500th coaching session

Kieran Connolly's groundwork in children's football fosters community and promotes local coaching talent through free sessions in South-East London.

93-year-old man's garden feeds the neighborhood in Camden, New Jersey

A 93-year-old man turned a vacant lot into a community garden to provide fresh produce.
A local ministry aims to sustain the legacy of the garden by involving the youth.

Football project holds 1,500th coaching session

Kieran Connolly's groundwork in children's football fosters community and promotes local coaching talent through free sessions in South-East London.
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#environmental-awareness

Brooklyn's Viral Aquarium Becomes a Memorial After Fish Die

The creative community aquarium in Brooklyn ended sadly after the fire department's closure, leaving fish dead and igniting discussions about animal welfare.

My town became environmentally conscious and so did I

Local actions can lead to impactful environmental change.
Education is crucial for fostering awareness and action against climate challenges.

Why a pub changed its name to help save swans

The White Swan pub changes name to raise awareness about cigarette butt pollution in waterways.
Local pubs can play a vital role in educating smokers about proper disposal of cigarette waste.

Brooklyn's Viral Aquarium Becomes a Memorial After Fish Die

The creative community aquarium in Brooklyn ended sadly after the fire department's closure, leaving fish dead and igniting discussions about animal welfare.

My town became environmentally conscious and so did I

Local actions can lead to impactful environmental change.
Education is crucial for fostering awareness and action against climate challenges.

Why a pub changed its name to help save swans

The White Swan pub changes name to raise awareness about cigarette butt pollution in waterways.
Local pubs can play a vital role in educating smokers about proper disposal of cigarette waste.
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The London Buzz - 4th October 2024

Community volunteers are tackling an invasive bug threatening London trees.
Political transparency was emphasized by Mayor Khan regarding donations amidst criticisms.
A dog attack incident has sparked discussions on public safety and dog regulations.
Local students built a creative bird-watching pavilion, highlighting community involvement.

Two men arrested on suspicion of drug dealing in Harlow

The Clear, Hold, Build project is focused on eradicating crime and revitalizing communities through collaborative efforts and sustained enforcement.

The London Buzz - 4th October 2024

Community volunteers are tackling an invasive bug threatening London trees.
Political transparency was emphasized by Mayor Khan regarding donations amidst criticisms.
A dog attack incident has sparked discussions on public safety and dog regulations.
Local students built a creative bird-watching pavilion, highlighting community involvement.

Two men arrested on suspicion of drug dealing in Harlow

The Clear, Hold, Build project is focused on eradicating crime and revitalizing communities through collaborative efforts and sustained enforcement.
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#community-development

Project Pawn launches flagship chess center in Soundview - Bronx Times

Project Pawn opens a flagship learning center in Soundview, enhancing chess education and community engagement for youth and families.

T-Mobile Announces 25 New Hometown Grant Recipients in Rural Communities

T-Mobile's Hometown Grants support local projects, enhancing community development with over $14 million raised since 2021 for small towns and rural areas.

Project Pawn launches flagship chess center in Soundview - Bronx Times

Project Pawn opens a flagship learning center in Soundview, enhancing chess education and community engagement for youth and families.

T-Mobile Announces 25 New Hometown Grant Recipients in Rural Communities

T-Mobile's Hometown Grants support local projects, enhancing community development with over $14 million raised since 2021 for small towns and rural areas.
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#community-support

NYC deli to sell new 'hero' sandwich to raise funds for family of slain Officer Jonathan Diller

A deli in Queens created 'The NYPD' sandwich in honor of fallen cop Jonathan Diller, with proceeds going to his family.
The deli owner and city Councilman collaborated to support the family and show appreciation for law enforcement.

BP Reynoso launches $50,000 fund to support community baby showers for new parents * Brooklyn Paper

Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso announced a $50,000 community baby shower fund to support new parents and parents-to-be through local communal baby showers.

Swedish town in Lapland offers families 10,000 kronor to move in

The local school in Glommerstrask faces closure due to low enrollment, prompting efforts to attract families with cash incentives.

NYC deli to sell new 'hero' sandwich to raise funds for family of slain Officer Jonathan Diller

A deli in Queens created 'The NYPD' sandwich in honor of fallen cop Jonathan Diller, with proceeds going to his family.
The deli owner and city Councilman collaborated to support the family and show appreciation for law enforcement.

BP Reynoso launches $50,000 fund to support community baby showers for new parents * Brooklyn Paper

Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso announced a $50,000 community baby shower fund to support new parents and parents-to-be through local communal baby showers.

Swedish town in Lapland offers families 10,000 kronor to move in

The local school in Glommerstrask faces closure due to low enrollment, prompting efforts to attract families with cash incentives.
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50k Brent Cross Town community fund set up to help plug job skills gap

Brent Cross Town's regeneration scheme offers funding for community projects addressing skills gaps and employment initiatives.

Spotlight On a Network Aiming to Make Everyone a Food Changemaker - Modern Farmer

Ali Ghiorse aims to transform the food system through education and awareness of sustainable practices in Greenwich, CT.

Bass, Padilla back bill to provide billions of dollars in new homelessness funding

The Housing for All Act aims to invest federal dollars in housing and homelessness programs
The bill supports local approaches to homelessness like converting motel rooms to supportive housing and mobile crisis intervention teams
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