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Business Journals
29-04-2025
- Business
- Business Journals
Goodwill's general counsel connects jobseekers with employment
Mariangela Corales, general counsel and vice president of legal and compliance at Goodwill of North Georgia, is receiving the Community Champion Award in Atlanta Business Chronicle's 2025 Corporate Counsel Awards program.
Yahoo
08-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Pink's Hot Dogs' Richard Pink to Receive Prestigious Community Champion Award from Hollywood Chamber of Commerce
HOLLYWOOD, Calif., April 08, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Richard Pink, co-owner of the legendary Pink's Hot Dogs, has been named the recipient of the 2025 Community Champion Award by the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce. Pink will be honored at the Chamber's Annual Installation Gala on Wednesday, April 16, at the W Hotel in Hollywood. The Community Champion Award celebrates an individual in Hollywood whose exceptional commitment and creativity significantly contribute to supporting and uplifting the local community. Richard Pink, along with his wife Gloria Pink and sister, Beverly Pink-Wolfe were chosen for consistently turning milestone moments at Pink's Hot Dogs into opportunities to give back. Notable initiatives include "Chili Dogs for Charity" celebrating Pink's 85th anniversary, "Blues Dogs" in support of the Los Angeles Dodgers Foundation during the Dodgers' World Series run, as well as creating the "LAFD Dog", where 100% of proceeds went to the LAFD Foundation in order to support the first responders who have risked their lives during the 2025 Palisades and Altadena fires. "We are thrilled to recognize Richard Pink and their family for their extraordinary community spirit and generosity," said President and CEO of the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce, Steve Nissen. "The Pink family truly embodies the essence of community service, inspiring others in Hollywood to use their platforms and businesses to make a positive impact." "My family is incredibly humbled by this recognition from the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce," Richard Pink expressed. "It's always been important for our family and our business to give back to the community that has supported us for so many years. We are looking forward to celebrating this special evening and continuing our tradition of community involvement." Steve Nissen, President/CEO of the Hollywood Chamber, will welcome the audience, and Senator Maria Elena Durazo will serve as Installing Officer. The event will highlight incoming Board Chair Jerry Neuman of DLA Piper, with actress and comedian Caroline Rhea emceeing the evening. Additional honorees include Yuko Kaifu of the Japan House, receiving the Catalyst Connector Award, recognizing her for her visionary leadership and transformative influence in fostering partnerships that drive sustainable change in Hollywood; as well as Kathleen Rawson, of The Hollywood Partnership, being honored with the Chairman's Award for her unwavering support and strategic guidance, significantly contributing to promote the cleanliness, safety, beautification, and economic vitality of Hollywood. Outgoing staff member Kaylee Kiecker, the Chief Events Officer of The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce, will also be recognized. Presenting sponsors for the event include Variety, Amazon, Harridge Development, DLA Piper, and Delta Air Lines. Annual Hollywood Chamber of Commerce GalaDate: Wednesday, April 16, 2025Location: W Hotel HollywoodCocktail Hour: 6pm - 7pmGala Program: 7pm - 9pmPost-Event Reception: 9pm - 10pmTicket Price: Members: $145.00; Guests: $195.00 Pink's Hot Dogs has become a quintessential symbol of classic Los Angeles and a thriving small family business. Pink's Hot Dogs is located at Pink's Square, on the corner of La Brea and Melrose Ave, at 709 N. La Brea Avenue. For more information, visit follow on social media or contact Pink's at (323) 931-4223. View source version on Contacts Press Contact Abegail Cal | abegail@ | 323.828.3984 Sign in to access your portfolio
BBC News
24-03-2025
- General
- BBC News
South Hams community heroes recognised with awards
Organisations and individuals doing stand-out work in their local communities in south Devon have been recognised with a series of South Hams Community Awards - now in its second year - aims to highlight outstanding examples of community year's winners include Valerie Stevens from East Allington, who collected the Community Champion Award for a lifetime helping the village football club, school and organiser of "Dad Fest" - the Dads Network - picked up the Community Organisation of the Year Award, for its work with families, both locally and nationally. Two winners were announced for the Climate and Biodiversity Champion Brown was recognised for bringing people together to address local climate issues in and around Newton and Noss. Ross Kennerly of Sustainable South Brent won the award for his work on Hope Wood, a project to plant a new woodland in South and Willow Wakeling were also recognised as joint winners of the Under 18s Community Award, for helping to keep the Kingston playing fields in Kingsbridge clean and tidy. Chairman of South Hams District Council, councillor Bernard Taylor, said: "It is so important that we recognise those who work hard for our communities."We had an overwhelming number of nominations this year, which is testament to the amazing work our people and organisations do across the South Hams – congratulations to all of our winners."
Yahoo
04-03-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Under the weather: Annual Delaware summit to address need to adapt to changing climate
This winter, Delaware residents got a glimpse of how shifting weather patterns could reshape the state. On Wednesday, they'll have the opportunity to join state leaders and environmental experts to discuss solutions at the 2025 Resilient and Sustainable Communities League Summit in Dover. The summit, themed "AIMing for Action: Adapting, Innovating and Mitigating the Impacts of Delaware's Changing Climate," will bring together resilience practitioners, elected officials, and community members on Mar. 5, at Delaware Technical Community College's Terry Campus. The timing is critical. This winter, unusual storm patterns brought more snow to southern Delaware than the rest of the state, deviating from the typical west-to-east trajectory. While years like this are rare, according to the National Weather Service, these changes highlight the shifting climate dynamics Delaware faces. As the nation's lowest-lying state, Delaware is especially vulnerable to flooding. With rising sea levels and more frequent storms, both coastal and inland communities face growing risks — threatening infrastructure, homes and daily life. According to Danielle Swallow, coastal hazards specialist at Delaware Sea Grant and co-chair of the RASCL Steering Committee, the summit will give participants direct access to experts who track Delaware's evolving climate and weather patterns. She emphasized that the event will highlight both the urgent need for climate resilience action and showcase several groundbreaking initiatives currently underway in the state. The summit will feature presentations on: Delaware's changing climate projections Community resilience and sustainability strategies Local success stories in climate adaptation Climate Central's new FloodVision tool demonstration Greg Patterson, secretary of the Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control, will deliver keynote remarks. RASCL, a network of 28 organizations including state agencies, nonprofits, and academic institutions, works to strengthen Delaware's resilience to environmental changes. The organization provides technical expertise and support to communities across the state, helping them adapt to and prepare for climate impacts. The summit will also present its annual Community Champion Award, following last year's recognition of Kathleen Lock of the Bay Beach Association and Stacey Henry of the Delaware Resilience Hub. ROAD RAGE?: Delaware is spending millions to reshape your commute. Here's how to have a say Registration for the summit is required, with a $15 fee that includes breakfast and lunch. For more information or to register, visit The event is supported by the Partnership for the Delaware Estuary through EPA funding and DNREC. For additional details, contact Kate Layton at klayton@ or (302) 255-6878. You can contact Anitra Johnson at ajohnson@ This article originally appeared on Delaware News Journal: RASCL climate summit to discuss resiliency for future Delaware weather
Yahoo
13-02-2025
- General
- Yahoo
GCC Foundation to host annual 'Building Bridges and Belonging' fundraising dinner
GREENFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – Greenfield Community College (GCC) Foundation is inviting alumni, community members, and supporters to its annual fundraising dinner, 'Building Bridges and Belonging: GCC's Celebration of Community.' The event will occur on February 27 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. in the Cohn Family Dining Commons at GCC. Springfield City Council extends residency requirement deadline for city employees The evening will feature a catered dinner, a cash bar, and the presentation of several prestigious awards recognizing outstanding alumni and community partners. The event highlights GCC's ongoing contributions to the region while providing an opportunity for attendees to connect and celebrate the college's impact. 'It is an honor to bring together and celebrate the people that make up our vibrant GCC community,' said Alexis Page, Executive Director of the GCC Foundation. 'We are inspired by our alumni, grateful to our champions, and proud to be part of this community that has such a huge impact on the lives of individuals and families in our area.' This year's Community Catalyst Award will be presented to Clare Higgins, a long-time GCC Board of Trustees member and the recently retired Executive Director of Community Action Pioneer Valley. The Community Champion Award will be given to Stone Soup Café, a nonprofit known for its dedication to providing meals and fostering connection through outreach initiatives. GCC will also recognize two distinguished alumni. Jillian Morgan, class of 2008, will receive the Young Alumni in Action Award for her work as Director of Development at the Food Bank of Western Massachusetts. Ken Chartrand, class of 2015, will be honored with the Distinguished Alumni Award for his efforts as a Reentry Case Manager at the Franklin County House of Corrections, where he assists individuals reintegrating into society after incarceration. Thanks to donors and sponsors, including lead sponsor Greenfield Cooperative Bank, GCC students interested in attending the event can do so free of charge. Tickets are $50, with proceeds supporting GCC's students and programs. Registration is required. 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.
