June 2022

Animal rights activists are criticizing a new Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) policy that will ban the import of dogs from more than 100 countries. The agency has announced that it will ban the entry of commercial dogs…

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln received a $1.6 million grant from the WE Department of Commerce to complete an academic facility providing actual education within the Scarlet Hotel. The funds will kick off construction of a…

Incredible slow-motion video shows a bald eagle resuming flight after suffering a broken wing when it was shot by hunters and rescued by a kind-hearted Canadian vet.Dr Cliff Andrew Redford of Toronto said the bird of prey was accidentally…

The Department of Thrift Store Treasure House (photo courtesy of Rescue Mission) Rescue Mission, a Fort Wayne-based nonprofit, is preparing to reopen its thrift store and vocations ministry, Treasure House. The non-profit…

These pet safety tips will help keep your furry friends safe while on vacation. Adobe Stock / openrangestock Follow these pet safety tips, courtesy of the Hudson Valley Humane Society, for a fun Independence Day for you and!-->…

FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) — The American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) has put $16 billion in the hands of local and state agencies across California.Now, Latino-led organizations are pushing for funding to be equitably distributed among underserved…

Source: Santa Barbara County Search and Rescue (SBCSAR) Santa Barbara County Search and Rescue recently became one of the few but growing search and rescue teams with high-speed satellite internet access through the SpaceX Starlink…

FRESNO, Calif. — A California shelter is taking steps to find a sweet rescue dog his fourth and eternal home.8-year-old chocolate American pit bull Ava has been in and out of shelters since 2016 and is now back in shelter care.Valley Animal…

PLANTSVILLE – Classic cars came to Southington Drive-In on Sunday to help raise money for Best Friends for Life Animal Rescue. Volunteers from the non-profit organization participated in the 7th annual Cars 4 Paws car show, educating…

Macduff RNLI Lifeboat's volunteer crew were called by the UK Coastguard to Aberdeen at 3pm this afternoon to help two young kayakers who had run into difficulty off Portsoy. An offshore breeze had pushed the two-person…

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The former boss of an "animal hospital" has been accused of causing unnecessary suffering to wild birds and a seal.Ray Allibone, 66, from the Isle of Sheppey was due to face the allegations at Sevenoaks Magistrates' Court today (Friday)!-->…

The United Independent School District Board of Trustees approved pay increases for all employees at a special meeting called Wednesday night.At the meeting, the board approved both a one-time salary increase for the 2022-23 school year as…

Without further ado, here's what you need to know today:BGSU sued over fraternity hazing death involving alcohol abuseA driver died after ramming his truck into a daycare centerAn 11-year-old invented a car lock... what did you do today? 🌤️…

This Sunday at 6:30 a.m. our Kim DeGiulio takes you to meet Elk, an adoptive pup with big jesters who is looking for his forever home. He is a large 3 year old mixed breed who loves everyone but is not a fan of other dogs.You'll also meet…

TYLER, Texas (KLTV) – Animal control concerns took center stage at the start of Tuesday’s Smith County Commissioners’ Court meeting, as commissioners heard from animal rescue organizations and a citizen concerned about the resources devoted…

Volunteer Carron Hardin, left, and store worker Gabby Ruth at work at Secondhand Treasures in Corrales. "It's the best job I've ever had," Ruth said. The store may close, but "it's not a bankrupt business". (Roberto E.…

STORY AND PHOTOS BY KAREN BOSSICKTwo sheep from Switzerland's Valais sporting rainbow colors joined Sun Valley's…

Carmel in 30 secondsWhat you need to know about Carmel, Indiana Chris Sikich/IndyStarWochitCarmel Councilman Adam Aasen wants to ban the sale of cats and dogs in pet stores in town, although no businesses currently do so. This is a…

COLOMBO/LONDON, June 20 (Reuters) - A team from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) arrives in Sri Lanka on Monday for talks on a rescue package, but time is running out for a country days from running out of fuel and likely to months of…

June 19, 2022 by WCBC Radio Funded projects statewide for new and improved boating access, navigation and safety Solley Cove Boat Ramp in Anne Arundel County, completed in 2021 with support from…

MIAMI-- Two people were killed and 10 others had to be rescued when their boats collided overnight near Key Biscayne, South Florida, according to the US Coast Guard and local authorities.The Coast Guard said a person involved in the…

A massive, one-time influx of federal dollars has given Colorans a taste of what a well-funded state government looks like.The U.S. federal bailout law, passed in the spring of 2021, has brought billions of dollars to Colorado, allowing…

Barry Dock RNLI volunteers had just finished a crew meeting and were about to light up the barbecue last night (Thursday June 17) when twenty pagers came to life. Shortly before 8pm, HM Coastguard requested the launch of an…

Knoxville, Tenn. (WVLT) — It's no surprise to the staff at Young-Williams Animal Center that it's reaching critical capacity."Every kennel, every office space, every corner of this building is full of animals, if we can get them in there…

ARCH Puppy Tully takes a trip around Bunnings. SUPPORTING organizations that bring people together for the common good is the driving force behind the Grand Bank North Shore Community Funding!-->…

Jackson residents who want to run in the 2022 election have until 4 p.m. Sept. 6 to file a nomination petition, according to a legal notice issued by Township Clerk Diane Festino. Jackson's non-partisan municipal election will be held Nov.…

Imagine having to carry around 75 pounds of extra weight and the temperature outside is 90 degrees or more. This week, City of Jefferson Fire Department personnel practiced rescuing victims of a burning house. Captain Ryan Carrender…

Ruby was a beloved K-9 trooper with the Rhode Island State Police, but she didn't always work with them. Ruby was once an exuberant rescuer who was in and out of the shelter — fired five times by five different families, her…

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Nacho is an 18 month old golden retriever from Idaho. But it didn't take long to discover paradise. Hot off his cross-country road trip on Sunday, Nacho found out what life is like in the Florida Keys. He walked to the back dock…

Many American schools were in dire need of upgrades – plagued by leaking pipes, mold and outdated heating systems – long before the covid-19 pandemic drew attention to the importance of indoor ventilation to reduce the spread of…

Good morning everyone! It's Monday in Bedford and I'm back in your inbox with all of the most important things happening in our community today. First, today's weather forecast: A morning shower or two. High: 82 Low: 61. The Bedford Daily…

FAYETTEVILLE — The need for a mental health court to divert people from prison and programs to help others get out of prison and stay out were among issues raised in a report on criminal justice reform of Washington County.County…

Saturday, June 4 dawned with clouds and the threat of rain, along with the first named storm of the season approaching Florida, so the timing for Hurricane Expo couldn't have been better. . The Hernando County Emergency Management…

Marin County supervisors are expected to review a proposed budget of $716.6 million for the 2022-23 fiscal year that begins in July, a five percent increase from the current budget. Reflecting increased revenue and a $25 million injection…

Dogs, cats, guinea pigs, rabbits and even a boa constrictor named Misssssssschevious (get it?) are up for adoption at HSNT's 6th Annual MEGA Adoption Event June 11-12. 17 pictures 1/17…

HOWLAND — Trustees took the next step by placing a new ongoing $1.5 million police tax on the Nov. 8 ballot and also approved the use of $18,400 of the township's U.S.…

AMARILLO, Texas (KFDA) – Dove Creek Equine Rescue is asking for help due to severe drought conditions.A press release says the "When in Drought" campaign is raising emergency funds to help cover hay and feed costs.The 2022 US Drought…

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Altoona is preparing to create a new, comprehensive municipal plan in accordance with the Pennsylvania Municipal Planning Code. The code requires municipalities to…

Mystic - Through the efforts of the Old Mystic Fire Department and State Rep. Greg Howard, R-Stonington, volunteer fire departments across the state responding to calls on limited-access highways such that highways 95 and 395 will!-->…

The Scherzers and their rescue dogs at the Humane Rescue Alliance adoption center. Photo courtesy of Humane Rescue Alliance. Max Scherzer and Erica Scherzer will once again cover adoption costs at the Humane Rescue Alliance, this time…

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO) – Willy the Labrador was adopted this morning from the Butler County Animal Shelter.Willy had been returned to the shelter earlier in the year and had been there for over 50 days. The already overcrowded shelter…

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Baltimore RNLI was called in to provide assistance to a yacht with four people on board which ran into difficulty 52 miles off Baltimore, West Cork, yesterday (Sunday June 5). The volunteer lifeboat crew launched their…

CHURCH HILL - Bill Killen, 82, has always had a fascination with fire engines and firefighting, but he never…

By PAMELA SLEEZER, American PressLAKE CHARLES, La. (AP) — At age 85, Rita Bingham would have expected to live a retired life in a state of relaxed peace. Instead, she finds herself leading the charge of animal rescue organizations in…

RICHMOND — Recent high-profile mass shootings, including a May 24 incident at Robb Elementary School in…

For David Stehlar, it wasn't athletics, studying or partying that made high school memorable — it was firefighting. Inspired by the movie "Only the Brave", Stehlar became interested in firefighting as a career. Stehlar…

Spokane Valley is prioritizing affordable housing, a new facility for a local food bank and sewer infrastructure for its $16 million in federal coronavirus relief funds. "What we're trying to do here is put money in on a…

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RALEIGH, NC (WITN) — The North Carolina Senate voted almost unanimously on Wednesday to expand a Medicaid expansion bill.House Bill 149 passed 113 to 1 at second reading.The Medicaid expansion bill, if passed, will do the following:Extends…

Lifeboat press release At 8.36pm on Wednesday 31st May 2022 Belfast Coastguard called for the crew to launch the Inshore Lifeboat to assist the Ayr Coastguard Rescue Team and…