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BBC News
28-05-2025
- Business
- BBC News
First stage of Wolverhampton library improvements completed
The first stage of improvements to enhance public facilities at Wolverhampton's Central Library has been 1970s extension to the back of the library has been changed, providing two new first-floor offices, ground floor space for book deliveries, sorting and collections and other Education Wolverhampton's Alan Garner Building on Old Hall Street is set to be refurbished and remodelled and there are plans to create a two-storey building to connect it to Central Library's 1930s on restoring the front of the building and the roof of the Grade II*-listed library began in November. The improved facilities will sit alongside a new facility for City of Wolverhampton College currently being built on the site of the college's former Metro One campus and land on the corner of Garrick Street and Bilston first stage of improvements at the central library was finished as part of the £61m City Learning Quarter cabinet member for city development, jobs and skills Chris Burden said changes to the library and adult education facilities were "integral to our City Learning Quarter vision alongside the new college campus being developed"."Together they will provide state-of-the-art facilities in the city centre and improve life chances for people of all ages through learning, apprenticeship and employment offers."The restoration and development of the Grade II*-listed library and Adult Education building will enhance the offer for current users of these services and attract new users." Central Library and Adult Education Wolverhampton are continuing to operate during work, which is expected to be completed during the winter. Follow BBC Wolverhampton & Black Country on BBC Sounds, Facebook, X and Instagram.
Yahoo
10-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Gray House names new Executive Director
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP)– A Springfield social service agency has named a new executive director. The Gray House announced Monday that Isabella Brady-Prankus will be leading the non-profit agency after serving as the Education Director for the past three years. Elms College professor receives Celtics 'Hero Among Us' award 'From the moment I stepped foot in The Gray House, I felt the passion and dedication of the staff and volunteers as they further the mission of The Gray House,' Brady-Prankus said. This organization and those involved truly embody the meaning of 'a place where peace is lived and learned and hope is shared' and I am honored to continue to be a part of the team.' Brady-Prankus has led the Adult Education Program, which helps migrants and refugees living in Springfield improve their English language skills and gain life skills. She also has been the leader of the Kids' Club After School and Summer Program, which provides enriching out-of-school time programming, literacy development, and academic support for Springfield children ages 7–12 from low-income families. 'Over the past three years, Isabella has proven herself as a key member of our Gray House team—increasing enrollment in our education programs, developing new community partnerships, and building strong relationships with our volunteers and the individuals we serve,' said Gray House Board President James Montemayor. 'Isabella truly embodies the spirit of The Gray House and we, as board members, are eager to support her in leading and strengthening the organization.' Brady-Pankus is a Springfield resident and holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration and a Master's Degree in Business Administration from Western New England University. WWLP-22News, an NBC affiliate, began broadcasting in March 1953 to provide local news, network, syndicated, and local programming to western Massachusetts. Watch the 22News Digital Edition weekdays at 4 p.m. on Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
