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Monday's Child: Curious, caring DeAndre, 14, is very adventurous and loves science
DeAndre, 14, is very adventurous. DeAndre is a curious, caring boy. DeAndre enjoys baking and play cooking. He loves to participate in school science activities and learning how things work. DeAndre is described as adventurous, curious, strong-willed, caring and creative. He likes engaging in new activities and playing outside on the playground. One of DeAndre’s favorite activities is exploring new places. He is very caring and is always there for his friends.
Get Engaged Student Action and Youth Leadership Conference Held Its 2024 Event
The Get Engaged Student Action and Youth Leadership Conference held its 2024 event in Berlin last week, hosted by Bard College Berlin and the Hertie School. The annual gathering, organized by the Civic Engagement Initiative in partnership with the Bard College Berlin Civic Engagement Office and the Bard College Center for Civic Engagement, brought together participants from 22 partner institutions representing 50 different countries. Erin Cannan, vice president for Civic Engagement at Bard, has been leading the Get Engaged Conference for 11 years. “It’s what we all look forward to each year,” says Cannan. While she’s seen it grow since the first conference in 2014, there are some things that never change. “Meeting others that are so different creates an opening of the heart that takes you across a bridge of understanding. Once you know it, it’s something that can’t be undone. It’s always with you.” Inspiring student projects addressed pressing challenges; in this year of critical elections across the globe, Sierra Ford ’26, from Bard College, has been running “Election@Bard,” which works to safeguard the right to vote by registering students and community members and helping them learn about candidates.
Health Care Bill Passes Senate, Calls for Curbs on For-Profit Hospital Owner Abuses
A health care bill, passed by the Massachusetts Senate late last week, aims to curb alleged abuses by investor-owned hospitals and others that legislators say were highlighted by the financial collapse of the parent of Holy Family Hospital campuses in Methuen and Haverhill. The bill, which still must be reconciled...
The Farm Aid Concert Returns To Saratoga Springs New York This September
Willie Nelson, Neil Young and John Mellencamp organized the first Farm Aid concert in 1985 to raise awareness about the loss of family farms and to raise funds to keep farm families on the land. In 2013 Farm Aid came to Saratoga Springs, New York for the first time and in 2024 it returns.
2024 All-Western Mass. Boys Volleyball: State-champion Westfield leads all selections with seven
Masslive announced its 2024 All-Western Mass. selections on Tuesday, July 23. Less than two months after earning their fifth Division II state championship, the Westfield boys volleyball team was rewarded with seven combined selections, while Agawam was next with six. If you purchase a product or register for an account...
Small classes allow for in-depth projects at Westfield’s Vacation Academy
WESTFIELD — Kate Perez, math supervisor for Westfield schools, and Karoline Kells, assistant principal at Westfield Middle School, were excited to tour some of the classes at the two-week Project Lead the Way Summer Vacation Academy at Highland Elementary School July 8-19. The academy was funded by an Acceleration Academy grant of $173,000, and served kindergarten through sixth grade. Preschoolers also had a class funded by the Commonwealth Preschool Partnership Initiative. Altogether, 245 students and 30 teachers participated in the camp.
Business Monday ETC: July 22, 2024
The O’Dell Women’s Center Foundation will grant $250,000 to nonprofits serving low-income Springfield women. It will award $5,000-$50,000 grants to amplify the efforts of local nonprofit organizations that advance educational and career opportunities for low-income women. Nonprofit organizations that address obstacles facing low-income women, such as food insecurity and child care access, will also be eligible for grant awards.
Springfield takes legal action to address former Vibra site
SPRINGFIELD — Overgrown weeds and graffiti on the inside of windowpanes are obvious signs of dereliction at the former Vibra Hospital at 1400 State St. The building was abandoned by Vibra Healthcare in fall 2023. While the city entered into a purchase and sale agreement for the property at the time, Mayor Domenic Sarno said the company has not held up its end of the bargain.
PIttsfield 14s Fall in Babe Ruth New England Regional Final
NEWTOWN, Conn. – One year after battling to the final day of the New England Regional Championship as 13-year-olds, Pittsfield’s 14-year-old Babe Ruth All-Stars made it one step further. But they will have to wait until next year to reach the ultimate goal of representing the region in...
Wigglesworth Leads Pittsfield Back to State Little League Final Four
PITTSFIELD, Mass. – Weston Wigglesworth has delivered a lot of highlights for the Pittsfield Little League All-Stars this summer. On Sunday, two back-to-back gems turned the tide in a 3-0 Section 1 Tournament title game win over Holden. It was a 0-0 game, and Pittsfield had not had a...
Rising Movie Star from Schenectady to Appear at Crossgates Tuesday Night
He's in a new movie starring Nick Jonas, be one of the first to see it!. Rising star and Schenectady local, Mason Cufari, will make a special appearance at Regal Crossgates Mall on Tuesday night at 7 for the premiere of 'The Good Half.' The movie stars Nick Jonas as Renn Wheeland, with Mason Cufari from Schenectady playing young Renn alongside Elisabeth Shue. "The Good Half" tells a poignant and captivating story of Renn's journey through life, grief, and relationships. Mason's performance as young Renn adds depth and emotion, showcasing his remarkable talent.
Toxic Candy Found In New York Still For Sale, Many Hospitalized
Recalled candy, that may cause a fatal illness, is still available for sale in New York State. Many people have been hospitalized. The FDA continues to warn about candy from a California company that is getting many people sick across the United States, including in New York State. FDA: Destroy...
Rare Fungus That Kills Tens of thousand Of Trees Now In New York
A fungus that was first found in Wisconsin is now threatening trees in New York State. The New York State DEC wants New Yorkers to check on oak trees. "Be on the lookout for oak wilt throughout NYS! Have you checked your oak trees recently? Now is a great time to look for signs of oak wilt, a non-native fungus," the DEC stated on social media.
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