Spring Arts 2025: Portland Theater Reviews, Gallery Shows, and a First-Ever Festival of Nail Art!Spring is a time for collaboration and building alliances within the arts community.
These Bay Area bars, bakeries and restaurants are stepping up for Los Angeles wildfire victimsRestaurants creatively raise funds for wildfire relief in Los Angeles through special menu items and donations in the Bay Area.Local institutions in the Bay Area are uniting to support community relief efforts with various fundraising initiatives.
NYC deli to sell new 'hero' sandwich to raise funds for family of slain Officer Jonathan DillerA 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 PaperBrooklyn 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 inThe local school in Glommerstrask faces closure due to low enrollment, prompting efforts to attract families with cash incentives.
Recovery fund is helping Altadena teen girls who lost their homes feel like themselves againAvery Colvert's project aims to restore confidence and normalcy for teen girls affected by the Eaton fire through beauty and clothing donations.
Welling pub reaches finals of national awards and wins 1,000 for community projectsThe Guy Earl of Warwick pub is a finalist for the 'Community Hero' award, recognizing its substantial community contributions and initiatives.
These Bay Area bars, bakeries and restaurants are stepping up for Los Angeles wildfire victimsRestaurants creatively raise funds for wildfire relief in Los Angeles through special menu items and donations in the Bay Area.Local institutions in the Bay Area are uniting to support community relief efforts with various fundraising initiatives.
NYC deli to sell new 'hero' sandwich to raise funds for family of slain Officer Jonathan DillerA 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 PaperBrooklyn 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 inThe local school in Glommerstrask faces closure due to low enrollment, prompting efforts to attract families with cash incentives.
Recovery fund is helping Altadena teen girls who lost their homes feel like themselves againAvery Colvert's project aims to restore confidence and normalcy for teen girls affected by the Eaton fire through beauty and clothing donations.
Welling pub reaches finals of national awards and wins 1,000 for community projectsThe Guy Earl of Warwick pub is a finalist for the 'Community Hero' award, recognizing its substantial community contributions and initiatives.
A North Brooklyn Guide to Volunteering this Holiday Season - GreenpointersThere 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 timesA 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 holidaysThe Girl Scouts of Alameda demonstrate exceptional community leadership through impactful projects, embodying service and dedication to local issues.
'Model' Long Island citizen goes above and beyond to make her hometown beautiful - and she's rallied dozens to helpLora Cusumano is leading community efforts to beautify and improve Glen Cove, rallying residents to join her initiative.
A North Brooklyn Guide to Volunteering this Holiday Season - GreenpointersThere 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 timesA 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 holidaysThe Girl Scouts of Alameda demonstrate exceptional community leadership through impactful projects, embodying service and dedication to local issues.
'Model' Long Island citizen goes above and beyond to make her hometown beautiful - and she's rallied dozens to helpLora Cusumano is leading community efforts to beautify and improve Glen Cove, rallying residents to join her initiative.
German city lures early election voters with free beer DW 02/15/2025Duisburg offers drink vouchers to absentee voters to boost low turnout, combining civic engagement with local culture.
THINGS TO DO THIS WEEK: Sausage and beer with lederhosen and dirndls. What more could you want for this week?Volksfest 2025 supports community funding initiatives through a festive celebration.
MP thanked for efforts to help communities generate energyCommunity energy initiatives need fair regulations and support to thrive, as acknowledged by MP Bob Blackman's advocacy in recent legislation.
Gospel-focused racial reconciliation in the Deep SouthPeople 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 placeFirefighter 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 sessionsThe 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.
From Stormzy to Danny Dyer: The celebrities spotted in Romford this yearCelebrities spotted in Romford in 2024 include Danny Dyer, Stormzy, Rav Wilding, and Jesy Nelson, enhancing the town's appeal and community engagement.
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.
Gospel-focused racial reconciliation in the Deep SouthPeople 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 placeFirefighter 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 sessionsThe 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.
From Stormzy to Danny Dyer: The celebrities spotted in Romford this yearCelebrities spotted in Romford in 2024 include Danny Dyer, Stormzy, Rav Wilding, and Jesy Nelson, enhancing the town's appeal and community engagement.
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.
Brooklyn's Viral Aquarium Becomes a Memorial After Fish DieThe creative community aquarium in Brooklyn ended sadly after the fire department's closure, leaving fish dead and igniting discussions about animal welfare.
Los Gatos leaders look back on 2024, ahead to 2025Community leaders of Los Gatos are actively working towards enhancing local support initiatives and planning for future community development.
Brooklyn's Viral Aquarium Becomes a Memorial After Fish DieThe creative community aquarium in Brooklyn ended sadly after the fire department's closure, leaving fish dead and igniting discussions about animal welfare.
Los Gatos leaders look back on 2024, ahead to 2025Community leaders of Los Gatos are actively working towards enhancing local support initiatives and planning for future community development.
Oakland's Budget Woes Might Kill Off a Promising Film InitiativeOakland is striving to transform into a filmmaking destination by establishing support systems and incentives for productions.
The 'ginormous' light-up reindeer putting a smile on Romford shoppers' facesThe giant light-up reindeer in Romford has brought joy and festive spirit to the town centre amid minimal official celebrations.
My town became environmentally conscious and so did ILocal actions can lead to impactful environmental change.Education is crucial for fostering awareness and action against climate challenges.
93-year-old man's garden feeds the neighborhood in Camden, New JerseyA 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 sessionKieran Connolly's groundwork in children's football fosters community and promotes local coaching talent through free sessions in South-East London.
My town became environmentally conscious and so did ILocal actions can lead to impactful environmental change.Education is crucial for fostering awareness and action against climate challenges.
93-year-old man's garden feeds the neighborhood in Camden, New JerseyA 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 sessionKieran Connolly's groundwork in children's football fosters community and promotes local coaching talent through free sessions in South-East London.
Why a pub changed its name to help save swansThe 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.
The London Buzz - 4th October 2024Community 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 HarlowThe Clear, Hold, Build project is focused on eradicating crime and revitalizing communities through collaborative efforts and sustained enforcement.
The London Buzz - 4th October 2024Community 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 HarlowThe Clear, Hold, Build project is focused on eradicating crime and revitalizing communities through collaborative efforts and sustained enforcement.
Project Pawn launches flagship chess center in Soundview - Bronx TimesProject 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 CommunitiesT-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 TimesProject 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 CommunitiesT-Mobile's Hometown Grants support local projects, enhancing community development with over $14 million raised since 2021 for small towns and rural areas.
50k Brent Cross Town community fund set up to help plug job skills gapBrent 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 FarmerAli Ghiorse aims to transform the food system through education and awareness of sustainable practices in Greenwich, CT.