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Yahoo
19-05-2025
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Commission votes to decertify Springfield officer who used stun gun on pregnant woman
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – The Peace Officer Standards and Training Commission (POST) has voted to revoke the certification of two western Massachusetts police officers and not to discipline a third officer. West Springfield police seek help identifying shoplifting suspects The commission voted to decertify Springfield Police Officer Leon Davis, who they found used excessive force when shocking a woman multiple times with a taser back in 2020. They also voted to decertify former Agawam reserve police officer Matthew Hubbard for lying on an official form about previous injuries and the fact that he was receiving disability payments. A third officer, Springfield Officer Stanley Clerge, will not have his certification revoked. A hearing officer did not find allegations of domestic violence against Clerge to be credible. 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 This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
15-05-2025
- General
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Green-fingered youngsters at outstanding school set to transform their outdoor space
Green-fingered youngsters are digging deep to create their own little garden while enjoying the great outdoors. Green Fold Special School has been donated a multi-level planter which was designed by local artist Leon Davis. MedEquip4Kids bid for the planter on behalf of the school and it was funded by United Utilities. It will "enhance the outdoor space for children with disabilities", introducing them to rainwater management and recycling water for use at Green Fold, while also offering a diverse sensory experience for those with additional needs. It was unveiled during VE Day celebrations on May 8. Children also baked scones which were judged by guests - all were found to be excellent - as well as singing and signing 'You'll Never Walk Alone'. A child with the new facility (Image: United Utilities) Headteacher at Green Fold School, Lisa Walker said: 'We are exceptionally grateful to United Utilities, Mediequipuk and Leon on the design team for working with our assistant headteacher Jordanna Whittleston on funding and designing a unique gardening experience that is truly accessible to all of our children who represent those with the most complex and super special needs in the local authority. Read more: Pupils achieve highly at a school where they feel happy and safe Read more: Pupils are proud to attend this warm and welcoming school Read more: Former library to be remodelled to meet 'high demands' for special school places 'The children are delighted with the sensory experience that already this resource has been able to offer and we are looking forward to caring for it as a school community now and into the future. A huge thank you to all.' The VE Day celebrations (Image: United Utilities) Katy Bevan, Operations Manager for Rainwater Management at United Utilities said: 'We were delighted to jobs" target="_blank">work in partnership with Green Fold school, Leon Davis and MedEquip4Kids to help provide outdoor, accessible learning opportunities for students in the North West. "It was a pleasure to be a part of this project, and we look forward to hearing how the children learn more about rainwater management, and see how their plants thrive with their care." Tobias Hunt, Fundraising Partnerships Officer at MedEquip4Kids said: 'MedEquip4Kids are very proud to have organised the delivery of the wonderful planter to Green Fold. "This would simply not have been possible without the kind support from United Utilities and installation by Leon Davis Design. Thank you especially to Katy, Jordanna, and Leon."
Yahoo
31-03-2025
- Yahoo
Man fined for failing to talk to fly-tipping probe
A man has been fined £440 after a council investigation into fly-tipping in Derbyshire. North East Derbyshire District Council said it began looking into an incident after finding rubbish on Bole Hill, near Chesterfield, in September last year. A notice was served on Leon Davis, of Central Drive in Brimington, under section 108 of the Environment Act 1995 in November, but the authority said he failed to respond, leading to prosecution. The 42-year-old failed to appear at Southern Derbyshire Magistrates' Court for a hearing on Monday, and as well as the fine he has been ordered to pay £1,477.96 costs and a £176 victim surcharge. Following the sentencing, district council leader Nigel Barker said: "Fly-tipping is a serious offence that harms our environment and community. "We are committed to using all available resources to prosecute offenders to help keep our district clean." Follow BBC Derby on Facebook, on X, or on Instagram. Send your story ideas to eastmidsnews@ or via WhatsApp on 0808 100 2210. North East Derbyshire District Council 'Fly-tipping filth is a disgrace on our streets' Hovercraft found dumped on rural road Work begins to clear 'nasty' illegal waste dump
Yahoo
31-03-2025
- Yahoo
Man fined for failing to talk to fly-tipping probe
A man has been fined £440 after a council investigation into fly-tipping in Derbyshire. North East Derbyshire District Council said it began looking into an incident after finding rubbish on Bole Hill, near Chesterfield, in September last year. A notice was served on Leon Davis, of Central Drive in Brimington, under section 108 of the Environment Act 1995 in November, but the authority said he failed to respond, leading to prosecution. The 42-year-old failed to appear at Southern Derbyshire Magistrates' Court for a hearing on Monday, and as well as the fine he has been ordered to pay £1,477.96 costs and a £176 victim surcharge. Following the sentencing, district council leader Nigel Barker said: "Fly-tipping is a serious offence that harms our environment and community. "We are committed to using all available resources to prosecute offenders to help keep our district clean." Follow BBC Derby on Facebook, on X, or on Instagram. Send your story ideas to eastmidsnews@ or via WhatsApp on 0808 100 2210. North East Derbyshire District Council 'Fly-tipping filth is a disgrace on our streets' Hovercraft found dumped on rural road Work begins to clear 'nasty' illegal waste dump
BBC News
31-03-2025
- BBC News
Derbyshire man fined for failing to respond to fly-tipping probe
A man has been fined £440 after a council investigation into fly-tipping in East Derbyshire District Council said it began looking into an incident after finding rubbish on Bole Hill, near Chesterfield, in September last year.A notice was served on Leon Davis, of Central Drive in Brimington, under section 108 of the Environment Act 1995 in November, but the authority said he failed to respond, leading to 42-year-old failed to appear at Southern Derbyshire Magistrates' Court for a hearing on Monday, and as well as the fine he has been ordered to pay £1,477.96 costs and a £176 victim surcharge. Following the sentencing, district council leader Nigel Barker said: "Fly-tipping is a serious offence that harms our environment and community."We are committed to using all available resources to prosecute offenders to help keep our district clean."
