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Yahoo
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Primary school celebrates victory in Times Tables Rock Stars competition
A primary school in Carlisle is celebrating a 'major' victory after triumphing in the Times Tables Rock Stars competition. Pupils at Newlaithes Junior School took part in the Times Tables Rock Stars competition on Friday, May 23. The competition challenged pupils to master and deploy their multiplication skills with speed and accuracy. The Carlisle-based school emerged victorious in the interschool competition that involved nine schools, 64 classes, and over 1,400 pupils. Pupils in their rockstar costumes (Image: Newlaithes Junior School) Mr Sanchez is Newlaithes Junior School's maths co-ordinator and was on hand after the victory to praise the pupil's 'effort and unity'. He said: "This is a fantastic achievement and a real testament to the effort and unity shown by our pupils. "They supported one another every step of the way, and their commitment has truly paid off." Subscribe to the News & Star today and get the latest news, sports, and entertainment delivered straight to your device - Click HERE Richard Clark is the headteacher at Newlaithes Junior School and was also keen to share how the competition win fits into the school's ethos, and thank the pupils' parents and careers for helping to 'motivate and encourage' them. He said: "The win marks a proud moment for the school, highlighting the teamwork, perseverance, and enthusiasm of our pupils. Mr Clark and Mr Sanchez (Image: Newlaithes Junior School) "With the trophy now in hand, Newlaithes Junior School is already looking forward to future challenges, determined to keep the momentum going and inspire our pupils to reach even greater heights. "Our parents and carers have also played a vital role in motivating and encouraging the children. "This victory belongs to the whole Newlaithes community."
South Wales Argus
20-05-2025
- General
- South Wales Argus
New initiative prepares pupils for secondary school
Carreg Lam's Welsh immersion unit in Pontypool, has developed an initiative to aid Year 5 and 6 pupils in their transition to Welsh-medium secondary school. Staff from Torfaen council's support centre are implementing this scheme, named 'Camu i'r Uwchradd,' translating to 'Step into Secondary.' This two-week programme includes activities such as cooking and games aimed at improving proficiency in speaking, listening, reading, and writing, while fostering a strong Welsh cultural identity. Dr Matthew Williamson-Dicken, head of Ysgol Panteg Primary and Carreg Lam, said: "Our mission is to ensure that every child feels confident and prepared when stepping into secondary education. "By blending intensive language learning with cultural experiences, we're not only developing linguistic skills but also nurturing pride and belonging within the Welsh community." The fully funded programme ensures no cost to families, supported by grants from Welsh Government and the council. For English-medium education students wishing to transition, or those needing extra support to remain in Welsh-medium education, Carreg Lam also offers a comprehensive programme. Councillor Richard Clark, executive member for children, families and education, said: "We are proud to support initiatives like Camu i'r Uwchradd."
Business Wire
07-05-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
GoNetspeed Poised to Make $250M Massachusetts Investment; Amplifying Need for One Touch Make Ready
BOSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--GoNetspeed, the Northeast's largest independent fiber optic network builder, today announced it is poised to invest more than $250 million to deliver fiber optic internet to dozens of communities throughout Massachusetts. The investment would represent the company's largest combined investment to date to bring at least 27 communities, including Haverhill, Beverly, Salem, Quincy, Yarmouth, Barnstable and many others, direct access to a future-proof infrastructure. The potential benefit of this type of investment underlines the state's dire need for a streamlined pole process in Massachusetts. GoNetspeed yesterday testified at the Commonwealth's Joint Committee on Telecommunications, Utilities, and Energy in support of H.3546 and S.2285. These bills would establish standards for the pole attachment process for the construction of broadband networks utilizing One Touch Make Ready (OTMR). OTMR has been adopted and is in use in Maine, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New York, Vermont, and New Hampshire. Allowing its use in Massachusetts would ensure that GoNetspeed is able to deploy service to the 27 planned Massachusetts communities at a quicker and more confident rate. 'Streamlining the permitting process will allow a majority of the Commonwealth to experience high-speed internet, more provider choice, and better pricing— something that is lacking in far too many communities throughout the state,' said Richard Clark, GoNetspeed President and CEO. 'With OTMR in place, we stand ready to accelerate our construction in Massachusetts.' 'We have worked diligently to ensure that more communities throughout the Commonwealth are able to join neighboring Northeastern states in having broad access to a high-speed internet provider and more competition,' said David Allen, GoNetspeed Senior Vice President Network Operations. 'A more efficient pole attachment process will be the key component to ensuring that we are able to build our network faster and more predictably, all while bringing more opportunity to the state.' An improved pole attachment process, like OTMR, is vital to ensuring that underserved areas are able to benefit from broadband development. If Massachusetts is to successfully address the digital divide that has been created, regulations must be updated to expedite pole access, outline reasonable make-ready cost limitations and appropriate allocation of costs, and determine the promotion of construction techniques that maximize the use of existing infrastructure. Currently, consumers and businesses in much of the Commonwealth lack provider choice and are left with steep pricing and slow speeds. Without an improved process, the state could lose millions in broadband funding. Massachusetts now has the opportunity to improve the current state of broadband access, unlocking a path that welcomes competition and supports policy goals outlined by the state. 'We urge the Massachusetts legislature to prioritize broadband access,' said Clark. 'This is a common-sense solution that will help to close the digital divide.' Throughout Massachusetts, GoNetspeed currently serves Amherst, Easthampton, Granby, Ludlow, and Springfield, and in the coming months, more communities throughout the Commonwealth will gain access to GoNetspeed's service. With a legacy of innovation and a commitment to customer service, GoNetspeed is continuing to accelerate the expansion of its fiber networks throughout nine states, including Massachusetts. GoNetspeed continues to deliver more fiber, more access, more speed, and increased reliability to residents and businesses throughout its footprint. With access to 100% fiber internet, customers have access to symmetrical upload and download speeds, ranging from 500 Mbps to 2 Gbps. Learn more about GoNetspeed at About GoNetspeed: GoNetspeed, a high-speed fiber internet provider serving residential and business customers in Maine, Alabama, Connecticut, Massachusetts, Missouri, New York, Pennsylvania, Vermont, and West Virginia, formed a partnership with Oak Hill Capital ('Oak Hill') in January 2021, allowing GoNetspeed to accelerate the expansion of its fiber network throughout the Northeastern U.S. Adding thousands of new service areas every year, GoNetspeed is one of the largest independent internet providers in the Northeast. For more information about GoNetspeed, or to inquire about service in your residence, business or community, visit
South Wales Argus
03-05-2025
- General
- South Wales Argus
Campaign launched to recruit more foster carers in Torfaen
Foster Wales Torfaen is hosting a series of events during Foster Care Fortnight, from May 12 to 25, to encourage people to consider fostering. The theme of this year's campaign is 'The Power of Relationships,' highlighting the impact of connections between foster carers, children, social workers, and the community. The campaign kicks off with an online information session on Monday, May 12, from 6pm to 7pm, where representatives from Foster Wales teams across Gwent will discuss fostering and answer questions. This will be followed by an in-person event at the Pontypool Education Centre on Wednesday, May 21, from 4pm to 7pm, where attendees can speak with fostering social workers and Torfaen foster carers. Additional drop-in sessions will take place throughout the fortnight, with details posted on the council's social media pages. Councillor Richard Clark, the council's executive member for children, families and education, said: "As a local authority, we are dedicated to meeting the needs of children and young people in care within our communities. "By fostering with us, as part of Foster Wales Torfaen, you're ensuring that children stay connected with their community, family and friends, helping them settle into their new homes more easily and maintain vital connections with their schools and communities." There are more than 7,000 children in care in Wales, but only 3,800 foster families. Foster Wales aims to recruit an additional 800 carers by 2026. For more information, visit the Foster Wales website.
Yahoo
22-04-2025
- Yahoo
2 from Colorado killed in crash in Eureka Springs involving school bus
EUREKA SPRINGS, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — Two people from Colorado are dead after their vehicle crashed into a school bus with children on board in Eureka Springs on Friday, according to a crash report. The report said Deborah Clark, 74, and Richard Clark, 77, of Divide, Colo., were traveling east on State Highway 62 in a 2013 Ford Escape around 11:25 a.m. as a school bus was traveling west. The Ford reportedly crossed into the westbound lane and struck the school bus. Both occupants in the Ford were pronounced dead at the scene, according to the report. Tontitown residents file class action lawsuit against Eco-Vista Landfill Moments after the crash was reported, the Scranton School District posted on Facebook that one of their buses was involved in an accident while traveling on a field trip. The district said all of the passengers were safe and no other injuries were reported. Conditions were clear and dry at the time of the crash, according to the report. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
