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Yahoo
8 hours ago
- Yahoo
Plea to Aussies after 'terrible' discovery in car park amid growing trend
An urgent appeal has been launched by authorities after three 10-week-old puppies, each suffering from a severe skin condition, were dumped in a car park last week. The puppies were left behind pet charity Safe Pets Safe Families in the Adelaide suburb of Marleston. They were rushed for emergency treatment as soon as they were discovered, with the dermatitis and alopecia they were suffering from likely a result of fleas or mites — something they probably had for several weeks and received no treatment for. It is unknown what breed the puppies are. The person allegedly responsible for the puppy abandonment was caught on CCTV, and the RSPCA are now appealing to the public for any information in a bid to identify them. "These puppies have been left in terrible discomfort," RSPCA SA Head of Animal Welfare, Andrea Lewis, said. "We urge anyone who has information about this case, or who can help identify those responsible, to please contact us immediately. We are also keen to locate the puppies' mother to ensure her welfare." Anyone with information has been encouraged to contact the RSPCA's 24-hour cruelty hotline on 1300 477 722. 🐶 Pet owner's urgent warning after dog almost dies following trip to beach 📬 Australia Post makes big move after alarming increase in attacks 🪦 New rule change legalises common pet act in graveyards Yahoo News has reported on countless incidents of puppy dumping, including dogs being ditched in bushland in Sydney's west, a box crammed full of newborns left in the blistering heat in a park and more found by the side of a road in Perth. There has been an increase in animal dumping in recent years, and animal welfare advocate Sarah Rose — who found the dogs in the bushland in Sydney last year — believes both backyard breeding and irresponsible pet ownership is driving the issue. "People need to understand before they purchase a dog in particular, there are long-term responsibilities that come with pet ownership, even if their circumstances change," she told Yahoo previously. "There is an animal welfare crisis and epidemic occurring with our companion dogs. It's an absolute disgrace. Backyard breeding must be outlawed, it is contributing to countless dogs being dumped." Do you have a story tip? Email: newsroomau@ You can also follow us on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Twitter and YouTube.
Yahoo
11-02-2025
- Yahoo
A trailblazers tail: Remembering the life of Robert Lewis
SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS) – Robert Lewis, Shreveport's first Black detective, broke barriers and paved the way for future law enforcement officers. It was 1963 when Robert Lewis joined the Shreveport police department, rising through the ranks to become the city's first black detective, and one of the first in Louisiana, his son Andrea Lewis, says his father never let barriers stop him from serving his community. 'He crossed the barrier long ago before people thought of being a man of deep color. Black, white, whatever,' said Robert Lewis's son, Andrea Lewis. At a time when Black officers couldn't ticket white drivers, Lewis still upheld the law with fairness and integrity. His son says his ability to communicate elicited respect. In memory of Rev. H. Calvin Austin 'a man of faith, courage, conviction' 'What really made me prideful with him was the achievements,' said Lewis. 'Those who remember him first talk about his stature because he was a mountain of a man. But they also talk about him being a gentle giant. Rarely ever having to use force, because he was such a good communicator.'Said Cpl. Chris Borderlon. Bordelon says Lewis retired as a sergeant after 30 years of service. 'He left a lasting legacy, of just being a great human being as well as a great police officer, it's, it is fitting that we are in black history month, and he was the first black detective here at the Shreveport police department,' said Bordelon. Andre Lewis says his father's journey is more than one for the history books, It's personal because his father's lead made him the man he is today. 'He wasn't afraid to live. He wasn't afraid to reach out and make changes. I'm just proud to be his son. When you see me, you see him.' said Andrea Lewis. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
27-01-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Swansea's old police station is being put to a new use
A former police station is the latest building in Swansea which will be converted into accommodation for people who are homeless or at risk of being homeless. Swansea Council is working with social housing landlord Pobl Group to convert the grade two-listed former central police station on the corner of Orchard Street and Alexandra Road into temporary supported accommodation. Pobl has owned the building, now known as Llys Glas, since 2003. It had been offering it as student accommodation but no longer does. The latest plans involve an interior reconfiguration to provide around 65 rooms for single people or couples. Five existing kitchens are to be upgraded and three new ones installed. There'll also be a new sprinkler system and some new access arrangements. Detailed planning and listed building consent applications have been approved. The council said it hoped the project would reduce its reliance on bed and breakfast accommodation, which has increased since the the Covid-19 pandemic and been compounded by wider cost-of-living challenges and a shortage of affordable housing. Never miss a Swansea story by signing up to our newsletter here READ MORE: BBC to leave historic Swansea studios where it has been since 1930s READ MORE: Tiny shop making world class sandwiches loved by TV and Michelin chefs makes major announcement Cllr Andrea Lewis, deputy leader and cabinet member for service transformation, said: "This is a great opportunity for the council and Pobl to work together and ease some of the pressures we face with tackling homelessness in Swansea. We will also be able to ensure those being housed within the redeveloped property are supported for any additional needs while they are there, with the aim of moving them into more permanent housing as soon as possible." She added that the latest statistics for homelessness in Swansea showed it was increasing year on year. Andrew Vye, Pobl Group executive director for customer and community, said housing was at the heart of everything. "The security a suitable environment provides can allow those who have experienced homelessness to get back on their feet," he said. "Homelessness continues to be a challenge across Wales and can impact anyone." Pobl has previously helped the council create temporary supported accommodation for 24 people at the Ty Tom Jones building in Alexandra Road. The council has developed homeless "pods" at a former education centre in Uplands, plus temporary accommodation flats for families in Penlan. Local authorities across Wales face growing demand for temporary and permanent accommodation. According to Audit Wales there were 11,591 people being temporarily housed by councils in Wales in May last year, of which 3,003 were children. Swansea councillors heard at a committee meeting last week that "multiple millions" of pounds were being spent annually in the city to address the challenge. Speaking at the governance and audit committee meeting, Mark Wade, the council's director of place, said: "I think this one has been a a significant risk and issue for us for quite some time. But it's more of a glowing red status at the moment."
