Richard C. Riddle

Hello Marietta! Like many of you, the Patch staff will be taking time off for the Thanksgiving holiday, so you won't see a newsletter from me tomorrow. We'll be back early Saturday morning, but for now, here are all the big things…

Nominations are open for Detroit, Highland Park, and Hamtramck-based nonprofits seeking a share of at least $1.5 million for efforts that support residents' vision and creativity through Kresge Innovative Projects:…

Local commerce platform DoorDash and global provider of flexible spaces We work revealed a new partnership, under which DoorDash for Work, DoorDash's corporate dining solution providing companies with ways to provide meals and food benefits…

SARATOGS SPRINGS – The Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce and Capital Region United Way have partnered to help connect community members looking to volunteer with organizations in need of volunteers. "Coming out of the pandemic, we heard…

Ventnor Mayor Beth Holtzman with the town's community volunteers, November 10, 2022. VENTNOR - The people who make Ventnor a great place to live, work or play were recognized Thursday, November 11 at Ventnor Town Hall. The Board of…

(L to R) John Alexandersen, Randy Braaten, Lynn Braaten and Garry Beaudry of Operation Red Nose pose in front of their 2019 tracker board during their press conference Wednesday afternoon at the Lions Club Hall. --Michael Oleksyn/Daily…

GREAT FALLS, Mt. - Throughout the state of Montana, there are organizations and groups that help raise…

Wednesday, November 2 Harbor West Food Distribution: Food donation. November 2 and 9. 9:45 a.m. to 11:45 p.m. at Westport Academy, 2401 Nevada Street. For more information, visit: westportcedc.org or call: 443-621-6006. Free…

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There are 10,080 minutes in a week, and we spend most of them trying to cross things off our endless to-do lists. So here are some activities that can help you get out of your bubble for a few hours, while getting involved in your local…

Support local, independent and quality journalism… that mattersof just £3 per month you can help fund our work - and use our website ad-free. Become a member today All the winners, finalists and dignitaries present at the GAVO Awards…

Wednesday October 19 Harbor West Food Distribution: Food donation. 9:45 a.m. to 11:45 p.m. at Westport Academy, 2401 Nevada Street. For more information, visit: westportcedc.org or call: 443-621-6006. October meeting of the…

Press Releases are displayed on Independent.com as free community service. SANTA BARBARA, Calif. (October 18, 2022) - The Santa Barbara Community College District Board of Trustees is seeking community members to serve on a…

October 13 The public is invited to a groundbreaking ceremony for the new Riceboro Dollar General Store at 4507 South Coastal Highway. The ceremony takes place at 11 a.m. October 13 The Liberty County Chamber of Commerce will host a…

Shropshire High Sheriff Selina GrahamOver 350 people from all over Shropshire attended the Cow Palace in Willey for afternoon tea, an art exhibition and live music from the Jackfield Brass Band.Attendees came from a variety of sectors,…

Ravalli Republic Do you have an event or calendar item that you would like to publish in the Ravalli Republic? Please email your submission to…

Four neighborhood councils meet from October 10 to 13. Ward Council 7 meets at 7 p.m. on October 10 in the Gibson Room at the Civic Center. Agenda items include Committee Reports, GFFR Community Risk Reduction and Neighborhood Concerns.…

THE Mayor of Swindon thanked community volunteers who gave their free time to help those in need. Abdul Amin council visited a tea party organized by Swindon Borough Council's Live Well team at Foundation Park near…

Are you worried about the huge expenses you have to pay but you can't…

The tradition continues. UNC Charlotte is gearing up for the biggest party of the year: Niner Nations Week 2022! Join us as Niner Nation paints the town green, during a week filled with awards, celebrations, social gatherings, award…

San Diego revises neighborhood planning groupsThe San Diego City Council has approved reforms to improve diversity and organization within 42 neighborhood planning groups, but the move faces mixed responses. Going forward, community…

Foundation Academies younger students learned about footprints in the snow, runaway bunnies and how to spread kindness at our first in-person "Drop It All and Read" event featuring community volunteers reading books aloud…

National Night Out is usually the first Tuesday in August, however, local officials decided it was just too…

Content of the article Petrolia's best and brightest volunteers were honored for their service at a September 29 town hall dinner. Content of the article Ninety-five people attended the annual City Volunteer Appreciation Dinner at the…

The Riverhead CAP is seeking community volunteers to help teach its “Drug and Alcohol Prevention Curriculum” to fifth and sixth grade students at Pulaski Street Elementary School for the 2022-2023 school year. Designed to…

Owner Brad Kerner said groups had started approaching him for event space, and he noticed it fit the Eco Evolution brand. A space like “The Green Room @ Eco Evolution” is something he said South Norwalk lacks. "There's a lack of…

Wednesday September 21 Local Community Advisory Council Outreach Meeting: This event is part of a series of meetings held to inform residents of a charter amendment that would return local control of the Baltimore City Police…

BRISTOL - A group of community volunteers took the initiative to help clean up Page Park last Saturday as part of a 'World Cleanup Day' effort. Bill LaMonte, who was part of the group of volunteers, said they ranged in age from 5 to 60.…

Once a vehicular road, now a boardwalk – over the past three weeks, crews have razed some of the old road markings on John F. Kennedy Drive to better reflect the new use of the roadway, a residential recreation space .…

More than 100 community members of all ages volunteered for the Rotary Club of Los Alamos "Meals of Hope" event on Saturday and by mid-afternoon, 35,328 servings of food were assembled and packed into boxes sealed, stacked and…

A composite photo of some of the volunteers who worked on the restoration of Edmonds Marsh, courtesy of Chris Walton. After 500 hours of hard work over 18 days this summer, more than 50 community volunteers savored their success in…

On Saturday, the Montbello district organizes its annual edition of Montbello Alive! Event. East5ide Unified also hosts the 10th annual HarvestShare via postcode 80205,…

SURFSIDE BEACH, SC (WMBF) – The 33rd Annual Beach Sweep/River Sweep Trash Cleanup is scheduled for Saturday, September 17 from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m.Keep Surfside Beach Beautiful is leading the effort at Surfside Beach and looking for…

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When the Mifflin County Sports Hall of Fame meets Sept. 25 to induct five individuals and this year's new team selection, two of the hall's at-large members will receive…

Writing Coaches of Montana seeks members of the Flathead County community to participate in its coaching program with a mission to help local students!-->!-->!-->…

District Council 6 meets at 6:30 p.m. on September 7 at the Sunnyside School Library. Items on the agenda include county commissioner nominee Rae Grulkowski, council vacancy, council chair nominations and ward concerns. Residents…

We've all experienced that sinking feeling when we have to pay for something but can't due to a lack of money. We might want to borrow money, but worry about high interest rates or whether we will be accepted for a loan.…

Wednesday, September 7 Estimates Committee Meeting: Weekly meeting regarding city finances. 9:00 a.m. at Baltimore City Hall, 100 Holiday Street. Western Wednesdays: Learn about the ongoing fight for police accountability in…

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Writing Coaches of Montana seeks community members from Missoula and Ravalli counties to participate in its coaching program with a mission to help local students improve their writing skills. Specifically, the program…

Release date: September 1, 2022 Kingston Police Community Volunteers (KPCV) are looking for a few good people. We are a group of 70 uniformed citizens who assist the Kingston Police in non-confrontational activities. We act as extra…

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St. Stephen's Community Meals Program was honored at the Town of Qualicum Beach Volunteer Appreciation Reception held at the Qualicum Beach Civic Center on August 25th. The winners received the Above and Beyond Volunteer Award for…

On Tuesday August 23, 2022, delegates and concerned citizens from the burgeoning community volunteer group known as Our Minden (#ourminden) sat down to discuss the events of the previous Friday at Minden Secondary School. The frantic…

By JOHN HOWELL and NOAH BROWSER City Council Speaker Steve McAllister was both surprised and delighted when, days after issuing an invitation for neighborhood projects, he received more than 50 proposals from across…

AugustThe Country Music Project — Benefiting Disability Connections, Sunday 4-8 p.m., 13854 Gleneagle Drive;…

The Lafayette County Multi-Purpose Arena has become one of the busiest event spaces in the county. Photo courtesy of Red Window Communications Since opening just over three years ago, the Lafayette County Multi-Purpose Arena has become…

This weekend, a few organizations are hosting different events with the goal of increasing health equity in Minneapolis. Along West Broadway Avenue on the north side of Minneapolis will be a block party called Live your healthy life.…

Community leaders have helped Desert Lily Academy bloom again.The academy renovation was the latest class…

Borough of Queens President Donovan Richards Jr. is delivering programs and services directly to residents of southeast Queens through the inaugural iteration of "Borough Hall on your block,” from Monday 22 August. The week-long initiative…

AugustCelebrating Heroes in our Community Rewards Program – 4-6 p.m. Sunday, Ent Center for the Arts, 5225…

ST. GEORGE- Back to school requires a lot of material: pencils, paper, notebook and backpacks. Dixie Elks Lodge volunteers Beth Reese and Lyn Murray assist at Backpacks!-->!-->…

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Press Release - Hastings District Council A special event was held last night to recognize 20 people who have generously given back to the community by helping to improve and enrich the lives of others. The annual Hastings…

Wednesday, August 10, 2022, 3:25 p.m.Press Release: Hastings District Council A special event was held last night to recognize 20 people who have generously given back to the community by…

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A preview of what's happening this week in and around West Fargo, hosted by West Fargo Events. Wednesday August 3Noon: Lawn Yoga with Inspire at Essentia Health Plaza at The LightsEvery other Wednesday offering yoga for all…

1 Kalgo Local Government Area in Kebbi engaged community volunteers to sensitize pregnant women and nursing mothers on the importance of exclusive breastfeeding. 2 Alhaji Shamsuddeen Faruk-Kalgo, Chairman of the Council, made this known by…

July 31—The project for the statue of Billy "White Shoes" Johnson at Marcus Hook is progressing quite…

The Billy "White Shoes" Johnson statue project in Marcus Hook is progressing quite well. The ground was broken on July 12 for the statue outside the Marcus Hook Community Center which depicts Johnson, Greater Chichester High, Widener and…

AugustGreat Futures Golf Scramble - Benefiting the Boys & Girls Club of the Pikes Peak area, Monday at…

07/29/2022 - Permalink Related themes: Community / Economic growth / Leisure, culture and heritage / Partner organizationsLezley Picton, leader of Shropshire Council, hailed the success of community events held in Shrewsbury and…

Community News By Roadrunner | on July 27, 2022 By JIM DAVIDSON, Fire Marshal/Valley Center Battalion Chief One of the Valley Center Fire Protection District volunteers, Charlotte…

Elgin Community College is hitting the road this summer and participating in several community events. Stop by the ECC booth for information on fall classes, applications, financial aid, and more. Plus, grab some cool ECC…

SPOKANE, Wash. – Few people visit Camp Hope of their own free will, but those who do, help the homeless…

Community oriented policing became the basis of the Aspinwall Police Department. Officers drove children across town on bike paths, served slices of Pizza with police and provided popcorn during the Movies in the Park series at Ben…

CLAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) - The City of Clayton has planned several events and programs for the community to enjoy. The city has announced community programs for the rest of 2022, ranging from dance classes, festivals, movie nights…

Mahalo to Senator Bennette Misalucha who again organized last Saturday's annual beautification project at seven schools in the Pearl City and Aiea complex. Mary Villamil and I volunteered alongside other Rotary Club of Pearlridge community…

We love the FREE family entertainment and the YMCA! This summer the 7 Metro Detroit YMCA locations host free community events that are open to the public and do not require membership. Macomb Montessori Ice Cream Social @ Macomb…

CLEVELAND — City officials recently announced plans to celebrate National Night Out, an event taking place in communities across the country that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie. Cleveland…

BATON ROUGE, Louisiana (WAFB) - The following information comes from the office of Mayor-President Sharon Broome:The Baton Rouge Community Street Team weekly Heal the Block will be held Saturday, July 23, from 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at…

How sweet it is to have friends helping each other out once again, baking Millie Dean's Honey Free Honey Cakes and Mixes to benefit Jewish Family Service's Celebration Company. On Wednesday, July 27, the community of sisters from…

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AMHERST - Over 35 years, Wayne and Evelyn Bishop have provided foster homes for more than 60 young children. The Amherst couple were recognized Thursday, July 14, along with longtime community volunteer Lisa Emery, by…

The Houston Astros and the Astros Foundation will travel to Uvalde on Friday, July 8 to support the community following the tragic mass shooting that killed 21 people at Robb Elementary School on May 24.HOUSTON – The Houston Astros and the…

Fun and family-friendly events will take place throughout the Twin Cities region and beyond for the 4th of July weekend. Due to staffing shortages and construction, the cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul will not be hosting the…

(KMAland) – AARP is now accepting nominations for its 2022 Nebraska Andrus Award for Community Service,…

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The beloved Sing for Hope Pianos returned to 28 Liberty Plaza on Friday, June 3 of 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. with 10 artist-designed pianos for all to enjoy. This special one-day event is designed to encourage everyone, from professional musicians…

GRAND MIRA SOUTH, NS — It will be a celebration of community resilience and perseverance. For over two centuries, St. Margaret of Scotland Church in Grand Mira South has been a place of worship for the community, a…

City of Peach. The annual parade and fireworks will begin at Village on the Green, then travel up Peachtree Parkway and end at the Mcintosh Trail Recreation Center. Fireworks will take place on Peachtree Lake. 9:00 a.m.; the fireworks…

Community Relations Officer Mark Mroz provided an update on crime at last week's 2nd Police District Advisory Board meeting, held at the 2nd District, 7306 Castor Ave. Mroz discussed the arrest of a DoorDash driver after he allegedly shot…

WASHINGTON - Steep Rock Association offers programs and events for the summer. Weed and Wine Wednesdays: 5:30-7 p.m. until August 17, Judea Garden at Macricostas Preserve, 124 Christian St, New Preston. Join other…

June 24—The new food bank serving Parker and surrounding counties put out a call last week for volunteers.The Tarrant Area Food Bank West campus, on Quanah Hill Road along Interstate 20, serves residents of Parker, Palo Pinto, Hood,…

The new food bank serving Parker and surrounding counties put out a call…

When Kevin Clayton returned home in 2019 to work as the Cleveland Cavaliers' Vice President of Diversity, Inclusion and Engagement, he knew there was a moment in the city's history. he wanted to highlight - June 4, 1967, Cleveland Summit.…

Empower Youth Network hosted its 25th Annual Rise & Shine Volunteer Appreciation Breakfast last week, which celebrates outstanding community volunteers and students. Volunteers were recognized in the Youth, Community,…

SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN - Each year, United Way of Southwest Michigan recognizes volunteer leaders from Berrien, Cass and Van Buren counties. This year, the awards were handed out and recorded “prize patrol” style in June.…

By ZACHARY MARANOLANSING — Governor Gretchen Whitmer awarded more than $1.7 million in Neighborhood Improvement Program grants on Tuesday, including $45,000 to the City of Ironwood and $30,000 to the Gogebic-Ontonagon Community Action…