News Release – Department of Health and EPA Secure Federal Funding to Increase Supply of Safe Drinking Water

News Release – Department of Health and EPA Secure Federal Funding to Increase Supply of Safe Drinking Water Posted on Dec 1, 2023 in Latest Department News, Newsroom DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH KA ʻOIHANA OLAKINO JOSH GREEN, M.D.GOVERNOR KE KIA‘ĀINA KENNETH S. FINK, MD, MGA, MPHDIRECTOR KA LUNA HO‘OKELE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 1, 2023                                                                                          23-155 … Read more

Art in Public Places: Hawaiian Home Lands Kapolei Office (November 2023)

Fourteen artworks from the SFCA Art in Public Places Collection have recently been installed in the State of Hawaiʻi Department of Hawaiian Home Lands office in Kapolei. Works include two kapa pieces by National Heritage Fellow Roen Hufford, who grows wauke, makes kapa, and teaches on Hawaiian Home Lands in Waimea, Hawaiʻi Island. Photo: SFCA … Read more

Everson DSHS Mobile Office is Coming to Serve You

The DSHS Mobile Community Services Office onsite, open to the community, and available for applications, reviews, changes, ID vouchers, add additional free minutes to contracted lifeline phone plans and assistance for the following programs:  -Basic Food Assistance  -Cash Assistance  -Medicare Savings Program  -Disability Medical Assistance  Additionally, Mobile CSO staff can assist you in replacing your … Read more

Sumas DSHS Mobile Office is Coming to Serve You

The DSHS Mobile Community Services Office onsite, open to the community, and available for applications, reviews, changes, ID vouchers, add additional free minutes to contracted lifeline phone plans and assistance for the following programs:  -Basic Food Assistance  -Cash Assistance  -Medicare Savings Program  -Disability Medical Assistance  Additionally, Mobile CSO staff can assist you in replacing your … Read more

Bonney Lake DSHS Mobile Office is Coming to Serve You

The DSHS Mobile Community Services Office onsite, open to the community, and available for applications, reviews, changes, ID vouchers, add additional free minutes to contracted lifeline phone plans and assistance for the following programs:  -Basic Food Assistance  -Cash Assistance  -Medicare Savings Program  -Disability Medical Assistance  Additionally, Mobile CSO staff can assist you in replacing your … Read more

Lakebay DSHS Mobile Office is Coming to Serve You

The DSHS Mobile Community Services Office onsite, open to the community, and available for applications, reviews, changes, ID vouchers, add additional free minutes to contracted lifeline phone plans and assistance for the following programs:  -Basic Food Assistance  -Cash Assistance  -Medicare Savings Program  -Disability Medical Assistance  Additionally, Mobile CSO staff can assist you in replacing your … Read more

Granite Falls DSHS Mobile Office is Coming to Serve You

The DSHS Mobile Community Services Office onsite, open to the community, and available for applications, reviews, changes, ID vouchers, add additional free minutes to contracted lifeline phone plans and assistance for the following programs:  -Basic Food Assistance  -Cash Assistance  -Medicare Savings Program  -Disability Medical Assistance  Additionally, Mobile CSO staff can assist you in replacing your … Read more

Gold Bar DSHS Mobile Office is Coming to Serve You

The DSHS Mobile Community Services Office onsite, open to the community, and available for applications, reviews, changes, ID vouchers, add additional free minutes to contracted lifeline phone plans and assistance for the following programs:  -Basic Food Assistance  -Cash Assistance  -Medicare Savings Program  -Disability Medical Assistance  Additionally, Mobile CSO staff can assist you in replacing your … Read more

Opium imports into Australia on the rise

This is a joint media release between the AFP and Australian Border Force. Editor’s note: Images and audio grabs are available via Hightail The AFP is seizing significant amounts of opium amid concerns criminal groups in Australia are using connections in the United Kingdom, India and Pakistan to source the illicit drug. The AFP seized … Read more

Solicitation of Applications – Securing Federal Funding Initiative (SFFI)

Through proviso funding, the Washington State Department of Commerce has been tasked with creating a grant program which would assist the community with capturing more opportunities to receive federal funding. The Washington State Department of Commerce has been provided $2,000,000 for this fiscal year (ending June 30, 2024) for: “activities related to securing federal funding … Read more

Support your local shops this Small Business Saturday

Small Business Minister Kevin Hollinrake urges everyone to support their local small businesses Image copyright of Small Business Britain Targeted government intervention is addressing gaps in accessing finance from traditional lenders to help them scale up and grow Small Business Minister Kevin Hollinrake has urged everyone to go out and support their local small businesses … Read more

Trailblazing forestry sector apprenticeship programme re-opens

Applications for the next cohort of the Professional Forester Apprenticeship programme have re-opened The Professional Forester Apprenticeship programme offers an exciting career pathway into the forestry sector for people from all backgrounds The three-year, paid development opportunity launched in 2022 and marked the first time that a degree-level forestry apprenticeship had been offered in the … Read more

Notice of Meetings – December 8, 2023

Meetings of the Peace River Regional District Committee of the Whole and Peace River Regional District Board will be held beginning at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, December 8, 2023 at the Pomeroy Hotel and Conference Center located at 11308 Alaska Road, in Fort St. John, BC. The agenda may be viewed on the PRRD’s web … Read more

Missing Person, Jane Street and Finch Avenue West area,

The Toronto Police Service is requesting the public’s assistance locating a missing person. Christine, 50, was last seen on Friday, December 1, 2023, at 12:16 p.m., in the area Jane Street and Finch Avenue West area. Christine is described as 5’4″, 134 lbs., with long black hair. Christine was last seen wearing a black jacket, black … Read more

Drivers advised to plan for winter conditions across South Coast region

British Columbia Government: Winter weather is forecast for the South Coast region and people travelling the Sea to Sky corridor and the eastern Fraser Valley should plan for snowy conditions. Environment Canada expects 10 to 20 centimetres of snow on the Sea to Sky Highway starting early evening of Friday, Dec. 1, 2023. Snowfall is also … Read more

Helping Alberta manage water supply

Some parts of this page will not display.JavaScript is not available in this browser or may be turned off. Alberta relies on melting snow and rain for most of its water. A lack of rain and early depletion of mountain snow led to drought in parts of the province this summer and below average precipitation … Read more

Moses Lake – the heart of the clean technology industry

Washington is at the forefront of the clean technology revolution. Gov. Jay Inslee traveled to Moses Lake on Wednesday to celebrate the groundbreaking of construction at Sila Nanotechnologies’ factory. They’re expanding the building and plan to hire up to 500 Washingtonians to build next-generation battery technology for electric vehicles. Their proprietary silicon anode extends driving … Read more

Moses Lake – the heart of the clean energy revolution

Washington is at the forefront of the clean technology revolution. Gov. Jay Inslee traveled to Moses Lake on Wednesday to celebrate the groundbreaking of construction at Sila Nanotechnologies’ factory. They’re expanding the building and plan to hire up to 500 Washingtonians to build next-generation battery technology for electric vehicles. Their proprietary silicon anode extends driving … Read more

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New plastic requirements will give people better choices

British Columbia Government: The Province continues to take action to support the clean economy by preventing plastic waste and pollution. People will not receive items like cutlery and condiments unless they need them, and can expect to see options that support a healthier environment and cleaner economy. “We want to ensure people have the best options … Read more

Statement from President Joe Biden on the United Arab Emirates Creation of the ALTERRA Fund

I welcome President Mohamed bin Zayed’s announcement of the ALTERRA Fund—a $30 billion catalytic climate finance vehicle aimed at mobilizing the capital and investment needed to fight the global climate crisis. ALTERRA can play an important role in supporting the clean energy transition and enhancing resilience, particularly the $5 billion focused on making it easier to invest in least developed countries and small island developing states. And, it reflects the United States and … Read more

Greater Terrace Area – 2024 Curbside Guide

Residents in the Greater Terrace Area, keep an eye on your mailboxes! The annual Greater Terrace Area Curbside Organics, Recycling & Garbage Collection Schedule Information Guide (aka the Curbside Guide) will start arriving in mailboxes over the next week. Can’t wait until then? The online version is available below, or in the sidebar on the Terrace … Read more

Modernized Simon Fraser Bridge opening this weekend

British Columbia Government: The Simon Fraser Bridge will fully reopen this weekend, with the completion of upgrades that will extend the life of this highway connection for people in and around Prince George. Upgrades to the structure include a full deck replacement and strengthening of the truss for the southbound bridge. An increase in height clearance … Read more

Exconcesionario de automóviles arrestado después de que una parada de tráfico revelara dos Cadillac Escalade robados

December 1, 2023 ~Los VIN de Cadillac fueron manipulados, intercambiados y clonados~ BROOKSVILE, Fla.- Esta semana, mientras realizaban esfuerzos de control en la I-75 en el condado de Sumter, los agentes de la Patrulla de Caminos de Florida (FHP) realizaron una parada de tráfico por velocidad excesiva y una infracción de etiqueta en un Cadillac … Read more

Former Car Dealer Arrested After Traffic Stop Reveals Two Stolen Cadillac Escalades

December 1, 2023 ~Cadillac VINs were tampered with, swapped and cloned~ BROOKSVILE, Fla.- This week, while conducting enforcement efforts on I-75 IN Sumter County, Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) Troopers conducted a traffic stop for excessive speed and a tag violation on a 2018 Cadillac Escalade. The driver, Yajaira Martinez, 39, of Riverview, Florida, advised Troopers … Read more

Getting Ready for Kindergarten Registration

Sign In JavaScript is required. This web browser does not support JavaScript or JavaScript in this web browser is not enabled. To find out if your web browser supports JavaScript or to enable JavaScript, see web browser help. Sign in with your organizational account Forgot Your Password? If you have already set up your security … Read more

Suspected Hate-Motivated Threatening Investigation, Man Arrested

The Toronto Police Service’s Hate Crime Unit is making the public aware of an arrest made in a suspected hate-motivated Threatening investigation. On Tuesday, November 28, 2023, online threats were received by a member of the Toronto Police Service.  It is alleged that: the accused replied to a social media post issued by a member of … Read more

News Release – Department of Health receives federal grant to help reduce maternal mortality in Hawai‘i

News Release – Department of Health receives federal grant to help reduce maternal mortality in Hawai‘i Posted on Dec 1, 2023 in Latest Department News, Newsroom DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH JOSH GREEN, M.D.GOVERNOR KE KIA‘ĀINA KENNETH S. FINK, MD, MGA, MPHDIRECTOR KA LUNA HO‘OKELE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 1, 2023                                                                                          23-154   Department of Health receives … Read more

Government Of Saskatchewan Funding Supports New Emergency Shelter In Meadow Lake

Released on December 1, 2023 The Meadow Lake Homeplate Shelter Coalition Corp. Emergency Shelter opened its doors today to support individuals experiencing homelessness in the community. The Government of Saskatchewan is investing $48,800 to fund five permanent emergency shelter spaces. In total, up to 20 emergency shelter spaces will be supported through March 2024 through … Read more

Governor Ron DeSantis Appoints Keith Pearson as Sheriff of St. Lucie County

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis was notified of Sheriff Ken Mascara’s retirement effective close of business on December 1, 2023. To ensure law enforcement operations continue without delay, the Governor announced the appointment of Keith Pearson as Sheriff of St. Lucie County.   Keith Pearson Pearson is a Lieutenant with the St. Lucie … Read more

Sam Houston Center in Liberty Invites Public to Holiday Celebration Open House, Dec. 15 and 16

Liberty, TX – The Sam Houston Regional Library and Research Center has announced its Holiday Celebration, Friday, Dec. 15 and Saturday, Dec. 16 from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. The Center welcomes the public to this festive open house on its campus at 650 FM 1011 in Liberty. Join the Sam Houston Center for extended hours … Read more

The UN and international community’s support for Sudan remains crucial: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Explanation of vote by Ambassador James Kariuki at the UN Security Council meeting on Sudan. Location: UN Security Council Delivered on: 1 December 2023 (Transcript of the speech, exactly as it was delivered) Thank you President, the United Kingdom welcomes adoption of the resolution and thanks Council members for their engagement.  Let me be clear, … Read more

LOCATED: Missing Person Sherbourne Street and Isabella Street area, Mark, 38

The Toronto Police Service would like to thank the public for their assistance locating a missing person. Mark, 38, was last seen on Monday, November 27, 2023, in the Sherbourne Street and Isabella Street area. Mark was located on Friday, December 1, 2023. Comment > Connect > Support Comment How will this information impact your life? … Read more

Red River North — Red River North RCMP locate stolen vehicle and make arrests

On November 30, 2023, at approximately 4:45 am, Red River North RCMP were responding to an alarm call when they came across a suspicious vehicle on Emes Road, in the RM of West St. Paul. Two occupants were in the vehicle and they appeared to be sleeping. The officer woke up the occupants and the male driver was found … Read more

More supports coming to Vernon for mental-health, substance-use crises

British Columbia Government: To help people in crisis and to free police resources to focus on crime, a new crisis response is now in Vernon. Vernon has launched a Mobile Integrated Crisis Response (MICR) team, formerly known as a Car Team. This team is staffed with mental-health professionals and police officers to help people in … Read more

2024 Draft Budget

Schedule A Analysis of Changes in Tax Requisition 198 GM Strategic Services Schedule B Effect of Requisition Changes 199  GM Community Services/Facilities Schedule C Historical Requisition By Jurisdiction Schedule D Jurisdiction Breakdown 205 Emergency Planning Schedule E Average Home Tax Impact 231 Community Parks – Area A Schedule F Debenture and Short Term Debt 232 … Read more

Setting your poinsettias up for success

Poinsettias and their classic red and white holiday color will soon be abundant in homes, grocery stores and nurseries. If you want your poinsettia plants to last throughout the holiday season, here are some pointers to help keep your plants happy.  Poinsettias have been bread to maximize colors and varieties. (Texas A&M AgriLife photo by … Read more

The UK has demonstrated its commitment to supporting Somalia in building a freer and more secure country: UK statement at the UN Security Council

Explanation of vote by Ambassador James Kariuki at the UN Security Council meeting on Somalia. Location: UN Security Council Delivered on: 1 December 2023 (Transcript of the speech, exactly as it was delivered) Thank you, President, let me begin by congratulating China on their Presidency on the month of November, and in particular, welcoming you … Read more

Detailed safety study coming for electric kick scooters

British Columbia Government: The Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure has been collecting and analyzing the results of the first two years of the pilot project. Interim data has been provided by participating communities and a public opinion survey was conducted by Angus Reid Group. Interim findings to date: British Columbians support the testing of electric … Read more

Ottawa — Letter to the Editor

The following letter by Mike Duheme, Commissioner of the RCMP, is being published in response to an article published by the Globe and Mail. I’m writing in response to the Nov. 29 editorial titled “Time to detach the RCMP from local policing.” My displeasure stems from the editorial board’s apparent lack of knowledge of the RCMP. To … Read more

Increasing capacity for veterinary medicine

Some parts of this page will not display.JavaScript is not available in this browser or may be turned off. In addition to providing care to all animals, veterinarians play a key role in food security and safeguarding against the spread of animal-borne diseases. To increase the number of veterinarians across the province, Alberta’s government is … Read more

LOCATED: Missing Person Finch Avenue East and Cherokee Boulevard area, Amitoj, 20

The Toronto Police Service would like to thank the public for their assistance locating a missing person. Amitoj, 20, was last seen on Thursday, November 30, 2023, at 11 a.m., in the Finch Avenue East and Cherokee Boulevard area. Amitoj was located on Friday, December 1, 2023 at 10:15 a.m. Comment > Connect > Support … Read more

RM of Montcalm — Emerson RCMP respond to fatal collision

On November 30, 2023, at 8:00 am, officers from the Emerson RCMP Detachment responded to a report of a two-vehicle collision on Highway 75, located approximately one kilometer north of Letellier. Investigators have determined that a southbound vehicle entered the ditch and exited onto the northbound lane where it collided head-on with a northbound semi-trailer. The driver of the southbound … Read more

Friday Feeling | Learning Life Lessons

For this week’s #ocsbFridayFeeling, over 800 OCSB high school students participated in the Level Up Skilled Trades Fair to try their skills while learning about amazing career options and school programs to get them started. Elementary students were busy with challenging spelling lessons, coding, designing boats that float, and even building what could possibly be … Read more

H.R. 5009, WILD Act

H.R. 5009 would reauthorize the appropriation of $75 million annually over the 2024-2028 period for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) to implement the Partners for Fish and Wildlife Program. The program provides grants to landowners to restore fish and wildlife habitats on private land. In 2023, USFWS allocated $60 million for that program. … Read more

H.R. 6231, Department of Homeland Security Policy Issuance Review Act

H.R. 6231 would require the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to review its policy issuance documents within 180 days of enactment. A policy issuance document is a department-level communication that updates policies and procedures, provides guidance, and delegates authority to DHS employees and component units. DHS uses those documents to implement and ensure compliance with … Read more

Eight new station names announced for Surrey Langley SkyTrain

British Columbia Government: The new Surrey Langley SkyTrain extension is one step closer with the announcement of the official names of eight stations. The new station names are: Green Timbers Station (140 Street and Fraser Highway) 152 Street Station (152 Street and Fraser Highway) Fleetwood Station (160 Street and Fraser Highway) Bakerview-166 Street Station (166 … Read more

Dry Weather, Fall-Like Temperatures Expected through Late Next Week

Thursday’s severe weather threat never quite came together across Central Texas or the middle Texas coast. However, showers and thunderstorms across the coastal plains did bring totals of 1-1.5 inches of rain to Matagorda and southern Wharton Counties. Totals were considerably lower across the rest of the region, with little to no rain falling across … Read more

Texas Air National Guard aides law enforcement in multiple drug seizures

BROWNSVILLE, Texas –Texas National Guard members assigned to Task Force South seized more than 800 lbs. of narcotics in the last two weeks being smuggled across the Texas-Mexico border by traffickers.  On Sunday, Nov. 19, Zeus Flight assigned, the Operation Lone star unit in the Brownsville area, notified the Texas National Guard drone team that … Read more

Bay d’Espoir — Bay d’Espoir RCMP responds to dangerous tractor trailer fire on Route 360

Bay d’Espoir RCMP and other first responders attended the scene of a dangerous tractor trailer fire with explosive contents on board, on Route 360, the Bay d’Espoir Highway, on November 30, 2023. Just after 7:00 p.m. last night, Bay d’Espoir RCMP received a call about a transport truck on fire on Route 360 near Pool’s Cove Junction. Upon arrival at the scene, … Read more

TNRD Seeking Advisory Committee Appointees for Input on Land Use

Kamloops, BC – December 1, 2023 – Have your say on land use in rural areas of the Thompson-Nicola region. The Thompson-Nicola Regional District (TNRD) is seeking interest from qualified persons to serve as appointees on the Advisory Planning Commission (APC), to provide input on matters related to land use planning at the local government … Read more

Purchasing real Texas Christmas trees boosts economy

More than 4 million real Christmas trees are sold annually in Texas, supporting farms and agriculture businesses throughout the state. As the holiday season nears, Texas A&M Forest Service encourages purchasing real Christmas trees to help boost the Texas economy. Texas A&M Forest Service recently conducted an economic study showing how much value the Christmas tree industry … Read more