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www.theguardian.com
2 months ago
London

Volunteers at Covid memorial wall in London call for permanent monument

Volunteers urge government recognition for Covid memorial wall
Volunteers emphasize the need for the Covid memorial wall to become a permanent monument [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
2 months ago
London

Thousands gather in London to remember those who died in covid pandemic

A minute's silence was held on the National Day of Reflection to commemorate those lost to Covid-19
Volunteers are concerned about the future of the National Covid Memorial Wall and call for government recognition and protection. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
2 months ago
Coronavirus

Relatives of Covid victims plead for memorial wall to be made permanent

The National Covid Memorial Wall relies on public donations for maintenance.
Volunteers are urging the government to recognize and protect the memorial. [ more ]
moregovernment-recognition
www.dw.com
6 days ago
Europe news

Last checkpoint: Ukrainians escape occupied territories DW 05/05/2024

The only humanitarian corridor for Ukrainians from Russian-occupied territories is through Kolotilovka-checkpoint to Sumy. [ more ]
www.dw.com
6 days ago
Europe news

The last checkpoint: Ukrainians escape occupied territories DW 05/05/2024

Volunteers provide crucial support for Ukrainians escaping Russian-occupied territories. [ more ]
www.aljazeera.com
2 months ago
Europe news

Ten years ago Russia annexed Crimea, paving the way for war in Ukraine

Russia's annexation of Crimea was only recognized by Moscow
Volunteers formed a self-defence unit in Crimea to prevent provocations [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
5 months ago
Europe news

Ukraine: The Forging of a Nation review the perennial fight against domination by Moscow

Civilians in Ukraine held off the Russian army for four weeks during the invasion.
Ukrainians showed spontaneous initiative and resistance while Russians waited for orders.
The book by Yaroslav Hrytsak puts Ukraine's struggle against Russia in a global context and draws parallels to historical events. [ more ]
www.yourlocalguardian.co.uk
1 week ago
London

Croydon residents at wits end' after calls to reopen educational hub are 'ignored'

Volunteers in South Norwood Country Park facing challenges in getting the center reopened despite community importance. [ more ]
www.eastlondonadvertiser.co.uk
3 weeks ago
London

London Marathon runners get free c2c rail travel

Participants in London Marathon receive free rail travel on c2c network. [ more ]
BBC News
2 months ago
London

RNLI celebrates 200 years of 'saving lives at sea'

The RNLI charity was founded in the heart of London 200 years ago by Sir William Hillary.
The RNLI's mission of 'saving lives at sea' remains the core focus of the organization, supported by volunteers and charitable donations. [ more ]
Brooklyn Eagle
1 week ago
Brooklyn

Spring has officially sprung in Brooklyn Heights and Downtown Brooklyn

Collaboration between Parks Department, volunteers, and Mother Nature leads to a burst of spring colors in Brooklyn. [ more ]
Brooklyn Paper
4 months ago
Brooklyn

Brooklynites bid 'fir-well' to holiday trees on last weekend of Mulchfest at Prospect Park * Brooklyn Paper

The Parks Department's annual Mulchfest in Brooklyn allowed residents to recycle their Christmas trees and collect chippings for their gardens.
Volunteers enjoyed the opportunity to be outdoors, do something beneficial for the park, and get some exercise. [ more ]
PortlandTribune.com
1 week ago
Science

Keeping It Clean: Oregon Spring Cleanup highlights SOLVE initiative

Over 4,000 volunteers participated in Oregon Spring Cleanup events, removing 21,981 pounds of litter and 21,900 square feet of invasive plant species. [ more ]
Streetsblog
2 weeks ago
California

Active Transportation Program Calls for Volunteer Evaluators - Streetsblog California

Volunteers needed for California's Active Transportation Program Cycle 7 applications evaluation. [ more ]
Kqed
3 months ago
California

Inside California's Massive Statewide Effort to Count the Unhoused Population | KQED

California homeless counts rely on volunteers and lack precision, using varied methods. Experts believe the actual numbers are higher than reported.
Counting homeless individuals in California is challenging, with different counties employing diverse strategies, impacting accuracy. [ more ]
www.7x7.com
1 month ago
San Francisco

Support Family House at the 2024 Superbloom Gala

The annual gala supports Family House San Francisco providing a home-away-from-home for children with life-threatening illnesses.
The gala theme, Superbloom, symbolizes growth and community impact, celebrating volunteers' dedication during the COVID pandemic. [ more ]
Funcheap
3 months ago
San Francisco

San Francisco Bike Party (First Fridays)

San Francisco Bike Party is a monthly celebration of biking for riders of all ages and skill levels, with a different theme and route each month.
The event is organized by a co-op of bike enthusiasts and run by volunteers who plan the routes and ensure a safe and fun experience. [ more ]
ABC7 San Francisco
3 months ago
San Francisco

Counting San Francisco's unhoused -- and why they never ask if they are homeless

Volunteers in San Francisco conducted a point-in-time count to find and assess the number of unhoused individuals in the city.
Instead of asking individuals if they are homeless, volunteers conducted sight inspections to determine if someone is confirmed, suspected, or not unhoused. [ more ]
ABC7 San Francisco
4 months ago
San Francisco

Levee breach creates new tidal marshland in San Francisco Bay

The San Francisco Bay has expanded with the breach of a levee near Menlo Park.
The new tidal marsh will provide habitat for birds and wildlife and help reduce climate change impacts. [ more ]
Washington Post
1 month ago
Running

She made a fairy trail for her autistic son; now it's a public destination

Therese Ojibway started creating fairy houses along the South Mountain Fairy Trail inspired by her son with autism.
Volunteers and Ojibway have built over 80 fairy dwellings using natural materials in the South Mountain Fairy Trail. [ more ]
www.barkinganddagenhampost.co.uk
1 month ago
Books

Charity donates 100,000 of books to children in Barking and Dagenham

New books were donated to 50 primary schools in Barking and Dagenham by Bookmark Reading charity.
Reading for pleasure is crucial for a child's future success. [ more ]
Thevermontstandard
5 months ago
Books

First bookshop in a decade opens in WRJ | The Vermont Standard

Cover to Cover, a used bookstore, has opened in White River Junction after a bookstore drought of nearly a decade in the area. The bookstore is operated by volunteers. [ more ]
Boston.com
2 months ago
Education

Brockton School Committee wants mentors to go into schools to ease violence, support students

The Brockton School Committee voted for volunteers to support teachers and students.
Concerns about safety at Brockton High School persist. [ more ]
www.barkinganddagenhampost.co.uk
3 months ago
Education

The crisis of Barking and Dagenham children not being able to read properly

One in four children leave primary school unable to read well.
Volunteers are being recruited to give one-to-one help to children who are struggling with reading. [ more ]
www.berkeleyside.org
5 months ago
Education

Volunteers help students dig deep into writing and find the connection inspiring

Volunteers with WriterCoach Connection receive heartfelt thank you letters from students they have helped.
WriterCoach Connection has trained over 4,600 volunteers who have coached almost 40,000 students in the East Bay. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
2 months ago
OMG science

A year out of this world: Nasa seeks volunteers to simulate Mars mission

Nasa is seeking volunteers for a year-long Mars simulation in a 3D-printed habitat in Houston.
Volunteers will face challenges like resource limitations, equipment failures, and simulated spacewalks. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
2 months ago
East Bay (California)

Opinion: Civil grand jury service is last watchdog' on local government

There is a shortage of volunteers for the civil grand jury system in California.
Civil grand juries serve as a vital oversight function in local communities. [ more ]
www.newsshopper.co.uk
3 months ago
Beer

Popular beer festival in Bromley CANCELLED this year due to lack of volunteers'

The Bromley Beer Festival in London has been cancelled for 2024 due to a lack of volunteers and financial constraints.
Organizers are considering rethinking the way they run the festival in order to address these challenges. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
3 months ago
Chicago

As Buses of Migrants Arrive in Chicago Suburbs, Residents Debate the Role of Their Towns

The town of Wilmette in suburban Chicago has become a welcome center for migrants, as buses from Texas are dropping off hundreds of migrants in suburbs without warning.
Residents and volunteers in Wilmette and other suburbs are raising funds and collecting supplies to support the migrants. [ more ]
Pitchfork
3 months ago
Music

Uranium Club Announce New Album Infants Under the Bulb, Share New Song

Uranium Club is releasing a new album called Infants Under the Bulb on March 1.
The band created the album artwork themselves, which involved a complex process of coordinating a crowd of volunteers to form a giant spiral. [ more ]
EuroPython Blog
3 months ago
Python

EuroPython is going to Prague this year 8-14th July!

EuroPython 2024 will be held in Prague from July 8th to July 14th
The conference will include tutorials, workshops, talks, and community sprints [ more ]
Truthout
3 months ago
Left-wing politics

Advocates Are Fighting NYC's Eviction of Asylum Seekers From City-Funded Housing

Volunteers in New York City are distributing clothing and supplies to asylum seekers living on the grounds of Floyd Bennet Field.
Many of the volunteers are also advocating for changes to government policies that impact asylum seekers, including eviction rules and regulations on bus drop-offs. [ more ]
Boston.com
4 months ago
Boston

MBTA crews clean up historic streetcar after vandals deface '50s trolley

Vandals targeted a historic streetcar at Boylston Station, prompting a response from MBTA workers to fix the damage.
A group of volunteers from the MBTA and Keolis spent four hours cleaning up the graffiti on the streetcar.
MBTA Transit Police are still seeking information on the individuals responsible for the vandalism. [ more ]
www.aljazeera.com
4 months ago
Black Lives Matter

Volunteers help Palestinian citizens of Israel harvest amid Gaza war

Volunteers from Baqa al-Gharbiyye, a city in Israel, are helping farmers facing a labor shortage caused by the war on Gaza.
Palestinian citizens of Israel, who make up 20% of the population, are benefiting from the assistance of these volunteers during their leisure time. [ more ]
News
5 months ago
Public health

Day of Service event supports local community

Around 200 volunteers at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health participated in the second Day of Service
The volunteers worked on various projects, including filling backpacks for high school students and creating blankets for children in need [ more ]
BBC News
5 months ago
UK news

Volunteers to be trained to help response to national crises

The UK government is setting up an online resilience academy to train volunteers and businesses on how to respond to national crises.
Deputy Prime Minister Oliver Dowden wants to harness the potential of volunteers and businesses to aid in future emergencies. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
5 months ago
US politics

What It Takes to Transform the White House for the Holidays

300 volunteers transformed the White House into a holiday wonderland
The theme for this year's decorations is 'Magic, Wonder, and Joy' of the season [ more ]
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