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02-06-2025
- Entertainment
Candace Parker on her new book 'The Can-Do Mindset'
The WNBA star shares her advice for living with purpose in her new book, "The Can-Do Mindset: How to Cultivate Resilience, Follow Your Heart, and Fight for Your Passions."
Yahoo
17-05-2025
- Yahoo
5 suspects linked to transnational organized crime ring arrested in Fontana: Police
IRVINE, Calif. - Five suspects believed to be part of a transnational organized crime ring following a residential burglary on Easter Sunday were arrested in Fontana, according to the Irvine Police Department. An investigation linked the suspects to multiple other burglaries in Southern California. What we know On Sunday, April 20, Irvine police officers responded to a call from a resident on Cultivate reporting unknown individuals inside their home, as seen on surveillance footage. At the scene, officers found the residence ransacked and discovered that designer purses, shoes, and jewelry had been stolen. No suspects were found inside at the time. An officer on the perimeter spotted a suspicious vehicle leaving the area and stopped the driver, who claimed to be a food delivery driver but could not provide a delivery address. A search of the vehicle revealed suspicious items, leading to the arrest of the driver, 24-year-old Jhon Osorioarias from Fontana, for being unlicensed. Dig deeper IPD detectives' investigation linked Osorioarias to an organized burglary crew involved in other burglaries throughout Southern California. On May 15, Osorioarias and his alleged accomplices were arrested in Fontana in an operation involving the IPD drone team, Real Time Crime Center, and detectives. The other individuals arrested were identified as Jesus Hernandezchavez, 42, Fontana; John Fredy Sanabria, 42, Fontana; Duber Salarte, 48, Fontana; and Isneidy Ortiz Valencia, 29, Colton. All five suspects were booked at the Orange County Jail on various charges, including burglary, conspiracy to commit burglary, and possession of narcotics. Search warrants were served in Fontana and Colton, resulting in the collection of evidence linking the group to the Irvine residential burglary. What we don't know The specific details of the "transnational organized crime ring" and its international connections have not been disclosed. Officials did not specify the exact nature and quantity of narcotics found in their possession. The full extent of the other burglaries throughout Southern California that the crew is believed to be involved in is still under investigation. It is unclear if all the stolen items from the Irvine residence have been recovered. What's next The investigation is ongoing, and detectives are still sorting through the evidence collected from the search warrants. More charges could be added against the arrested individuals as the investigation progresses. What you can do Anyone with information about this case is asked to contact Detective Jeff Hause at 949-724-7085 or via email at jhause@ The Source Information for this story is provided by the Irvine Police Department.
Yahoo
16-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
WV Cultivate sunsets on the City of Fairmont
FAIRMONT — With The West Virginia Community Development Hub's direct involvement now at an end, it's now on Cultivate-Fairmont participants to keep pushing forward. Cultivate-Fairmont met one last time with its mini-grant awardees Thursday evening. Cultivate had $40,000 in mini-grants to hand out, in the end Fairmont produced 24 different projects to enrich the community. The group met to go over the progress from the past year and hear advice on how to keep their projects and community involvement alive now that the organization responsible for bringing the Fairmont community together is departing and heading to another town that needs them. 'It has been fantastic,' Tom Jackson, treasurer of Fairmont Pride, said. 'The best part for me is hearing feedback from other communities, what happened there, and seeing pictures of how it went from this to this. Also, the way the funds were creatively used. It makes me want to go to those towns that this happens in and visit just to see it.' Fairmont Pride's is using its mini-grant to purchase what he called evergreen items such as tents, banners and outdoor oversized games. Those would not only be used during Fairmont Pride events this year, but would also function as a repository for useful outdoor equipment for any other community group who needs it for their own event as well. The City of Fairmont applied for the Cultivate WV program last May as a way to also expand the number of people who engage in community development. While there is a core of active residents who make it a point to do their part in civil society, the city also wanted to expand that core group and bring in new faces. City Assistant Planner Erin Hager said the program, from that standpoint, was a success. In total, 144 people engaged with Cultivate throughout the year in one way or other. Olivia McConnell, Cultivate community coaching assistant, said aside from funding 24 projects with $40,000 in grant funds, Fairmont also received an additional $19,000 in matching funds. Predevelopment for one long term project brought in $10,000 in pre-development funding. In total, the Fairmont community will receive $69,000 in funding. The benefits of the program became apparent in real time after one person made a request for volunteers for a project. 'The Clean up Marion County project, someone said like, how are you going to get volunteers and like five different people raised their hands and said, you could do this, you could do that. It's just been really cool to see folks make the connections themselves,' Hager said. City Manager Travis Blosser said the city is considering picking up where Cultivate left off. For starters, the city wants to keep the monthly meetings going. They're also figuring out if they can move enough pieces to get minigrant funding to fit into the city budget. The idea is but a glimmer in city staffer's eyes, but they are thinking about how to do it, Blosser said. He added what the city could to make available funding wise that may not be the size or scope of the Cultivate grants, so the city would have to be selective. But also, mini-grant funded projects could be a really good way to gauge what kind of investments the community wants to see in their neighborhoods. 'The young lady who is looking at having a little community library, that could be something that gets invested in and then goes gangbusters,' Blosser said. 'And we hear from people who are like, 'well, I want one in my community.' That would move us to look at investing in those areas. That tells us as a city, our constituents want this.'
Powys County Times
12-05-2025
- General
- Powys County Times
Powys Silver Kite awards for outstanding community service
A 93-year-old litter picker, a foster couple that has given babies a safe and secure home, and a motor club that has boosted a Powys town's economy by £2million are among the nine individuals and three organisations that have been recognised for going above and beyond for their communities. The Silver Kite awards were held at County Hall in Llandrindod Wells on April 29 which celebrate the outstanding commitment and exceptional achievements which some have spanned more than half a century. Chairman of Powys County Council, Cllr Jonathan Wilkinson, presented the civic awards, following nominations throughout the year by councillors. Cllr Wilkinson said: 'I would like to say thank you to those who took the time to submit these nominations. It's a great honour and privilege to present these members of the Powys community with their awards. 'All winners were deserving for a variety of different reasons, but all just as worthy as each other, and I hope this award shows some recognition for the work, achievement, and difference, they make to our communities. 'Each one of them have shown an exceptional performance, or have made a real impact in their communities, and are truly deserving of their award. Congratulations to them all.' Eric Edwards, from Newtown, is 93 years old and has been recognised for his efforts to help make Powys cleaner and greener. Eric is often seen walking with his dog through Newtown, using his shopping trolley as an improvised street cleansing cart for picking up litter. In the last year alone, it is estimated Eric must have spent at least 400 voluntary hours litter picking, covering over 500 miles on foot, and picking up almost 1,000 bags of litter in the process. Eric also regularly volunteers with a local charity, Cultivate, passing on his gardening knowledge to the younger generation and in so doing helps to inspire everyone to be healthier and greener. Ann Bufton has been the pianist and a key member of the Builth Wells Male Voice Choir for 40 years. Having recently decided to retire, this award recognises Ann's service to the choir, the young people who she has given music lessons to, and the many thousands of people who have listened to her playing for the choir in concerts, weddings and funerals. Lin and John Edwards, who are also from Newtown, have been great supporters of those in foster care. They have been recognised for their services to fostering children, in particular, their commitment to fostering babies in need of a safe and secure home. Rhayader motor and light car club have been recognised for their efforts in supporting the motorsport industry as well as the local community and tourism. In August 2024, the world enduro GP arrived at Cwmythig Hill; a three-day event which brought 160 competitors, manufacturers, team managers, support crews and sponsors, as well as around 12,000 spectators to the local area. The event is estimated to have brought £2 million into the local economy. This motor club is not only investing in the sport they love, but mid Wales as a whole. Ivor Jones, from Dolfor, played an instrumental part in the planning and building of the new Community Hall in Dolfor in 2006. Alongside this, the YFC has always been important to him, especially the opportunities it allows young people in rural communities. As a member, he held all roles within the club, before becoming a Club Leader for over 30 years, and then President of Montgomeryshire YFC. Ivor is a member of the William Buckley Pugh Committee, having held positions on the Show and Sports Committee for 50 years and is an active member of the Community Fund Committee. Today he serves as pulpit secretary for Dolfor Free Church, being involved in the re-build of the Chapel in 1981. Elizabeth Bowen has been a stalwart of the community, holding many roles, such as, running the then Cantal School playgroup, Llanbister C.P. School cleaner caretaker, as well as dinner lady and playground supervisor where she continues to be today. Elizabeth has also taken on roles in Cantal YFC, such as Club Leader and President, as well as hosting the Rally twice. Alongside hosting fundraisers, and being on the village hall committee, Elizabeth also runs a club for older members, hosting activities such as talks, haircuts, wreath making, pottery and exercises. Since Covid, she has taken on the role of Llanbister church warden. Laura Greatorex-Hares, from Welshpool, despite being wheelchair-bound herself, in 2022 launched Welshpool Community Haven. The group works with a range of organisations to provide services the community needs. Laura works tirelessly to keep the Community Haven open, seeking funding, grant aid, staff and volunteers, as well as organising a varied weekly programme of events. Chris Roberts, from Meifod, has been a very active member of the community for many years, however in a quiet and unassuming way. He was chairman of the recreation committee for many years, and for two of those years he oversaw the sale of the old village hall and the building of the new one. Chris has worked tirelessly to ensure the smooth running of the Hall, which is a focal point of all village activities, and although no longer chairman, he is always on hand to help, for example, with the sound and lighting for the annual pantomime. Graham Buckley, from Tregynon, is a key member of the community who works hard in the background without expecting any thanks. Graham is a kind-hearted man, who is always there if people need help. In the past, he has created a tractor-mounted snow blower to help clear roads in his area. The team at Clyro Village Hall have worked tirelessly, and often under very trying circumstances, to enable the hall to move from a declining building to the busy village hub it is now. It has undergone refurbishments, where the furniture has been replaced, and it is emerging as a strong and cohesive force in the village community, with a range of activities taking place such as, music, drop-in cafes, quiz nights, theatre groups, New Year's Eve get together, and a pop-up pub, which also features pizza and Caribbean food. Over the last 25 years, the Brecknock Art Trust has supported the expansion and development of the regional art collection at the Brecknock Museum & Art Gallery in Brecon. In February, the Trust opened a four-month long exhibition celebrating this nationally significant collection, curated by David Moore. Exhibiting over a hundred pieces of art, illustrating the breadth of work inspired by Brecknockshire, however, this is only half of the total number of works supported by the Trust.
Powys County Times
26-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Powys County Times
Powys: Arts programme for children secures lottery funding
The MAKE Creative Arts Programme for children in and around Presteigne, Powys, has received £19,804 in funding. The money, from the National Lottery Community Fund, will help the Sidney Nolan Trust to continue running the programme for children aged seven to 11 years old until July 2027. The weekly arts club, which is held on Monday afternoons during term time at the Youth Centre in Presteigne, was developed to give access to arts and creative learning for young people in Presteigne and the surrounding area. The new funding from the National Lottery Community Fund, which distributes money raised by National Lottery players for good causes and is the largest community funder in the UK, offers important support to help sustain this well-regarded after-school programme based in the community. Run by artists from the area, Sophie Ferrier and Olivia Mabey, the sessions give young people the chance to explore a variety of ideas and creative skills, as well as to share their artwork within the community. Those taking part help shape the direction of the sessions, with the group having worked across drawing, printmaking, photography, animation and puppetry, among other art forms. Antony Mottershead, curator and creative producer at the Sidney Nolan Trust, who set up the project with initial support from the Ashley Family Foundation, said: "We're proud to be enabling young people in our rural area to get hands-on through MAKE with a range of creative ideas and processes. "We know that the arts are increasingly pushed to the margins of education and the support of the National Lottery Community Fund enables us to maintain this vibrant artist-led programme in the heart of our community. "Alongside developing their creativity and problem-solving we also see our participants growing in confidence, social skills and aspiration." When young people turn 11, they are encouraged to continue developing their creativity by joining the Trust's Cultivate arts programme, which is designed for those aged 11 to 18. One of the young people said: "I have been going to the Sidney Nolan Trust for a long time now. "I started in the MAKE group and then progressed to the Cultivate group. "One of the sessions I really liked at MAKE was the Lino printing. "We sketched plants and transferred the image to Lino and made prints. "There are so many things I love about Cultivate. "I get to meet artists and be inspired by them, and even work with them. "At Cultivate, I get to meet people and work with materials that I can't do anywhere else. "I live somewhere where I can't find much art to take part in. "Cultivate helps me feel like I can be an artist." The National Lottery Community Fund has recently introduced its new strategy, 'It starts with community', which will guide the distribution of at least £4 billion in National Lottery funding by 2030. As part of this strategy, the funder has identified four main missions: to support communities in coming together, promote environmental sustainability, help children and young people thrive, and enable people to lead healthier lives.
