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Daily Record
5 days ago
- General
- Daily Record
Renfrewshire Council urged to help Johnstone Credit Union tackle dog fouling outside office
A petition highlighted a "continued accumulation" of the waste on grass and pavements outside the building in Church Street. Renfrewshire Council has been urged to help Johnstone Credit Union tackle persistent dog fouling outside its premises amid concerns about the problem. A petition with 191 signatures highlighted a "continued accumulation" of the waste on grass and pavements outside the office in Church Street. The appeal, which was presented to the petitions board by manager Margaret Bryce, called on the local authority to take action to address the issue. It suggested increased enforcement, clearer signage, more bins, warden patrols and regular street cleaning. Ms Bryce told the meeting: "I'm here on behalf of the board of directors, the staff, members of the organisation and I suppose the wider community, where we are frustrated about an issue we have with dog fouling outside our office. "We have an area of grass outside our office which every day is covered with dog fouling. "It's an eyesore to the public, to our members, and it causes a lot of aggravation because people walk in off the street and say to us, 'do you know about the mess out on the grass?' "We try to keep the area of grass by cutting it but it's becoming increasingly difficult because every day there's so much dog fouling on it. We take pride in looking after our building and the area around about it but we have this constant issue with dog fouling. "All we're asking is that the council ... do something to try and help us to deal with this issue because it's ongoing and steadily getting worse." A written response from Colin Hunter, the council's environmental health and community safety manager, conceded dog fouling is a "significant issue" across Renfrewshire. He pointed to previous campaigns, including Take the Lead, which have centred on responsible ownership and working together to reduce fouling and antisocial behaviour, resulting in improvements. A total of £30,000 has been allocated for a similar purpose during 2025/26 and officers are working on maximising awareness of the negative impacts the problem has on communities. Mr Hunter said at the meeting: "I think resolution of the issue is through education to promote behavioural change and that can be supported by enforcement and patrols but I don't think enforcement on its own is ever going to resolve the matter." He explained the council will "have a focus" on the area after the discussion at the board, including looking at matters of signage and bin coverage.
CBS News
08-04-2025
- Entertainment
- CBS News
"Take The Lead" musical tells story of champion dancer who became influential NYC teacher
"Take The Lead" is a new musical about notable New Yorker Pierre Dulaine. He went from the world of professional dance to the classroom and his students became champions. The energetic show, now playing at the Paper Mill Playhouse in Milburn, New Jersey, stars Tam Mutu as Dulaine. "I mean, he's just a beautiful human being," Mutu said. "It's about how a man brings people together. It's a love story between a teacher and his students." The musical is based on Dulaine's journey from a champion ballroom dancer to an educator in New York City public schools. He eventually founded the non-profit Dancing Classrooms . His story was turned into a popular movie in 2006 starring Antonio Banderas. This new musical with original songs mashes up hip hop and ballroom dance while telling a story of finding confidence and chosen family. Dulaine was there for opening night. "It has been over 30 years since this happened and now I am thrilled I'll be 81 years old in 18 days from today and it's happening before I die. I don't dance anymore, but I can still shake it," he said laughing. "I was told once, three things in life to be happy - someone to love, something to do, and something to look forward to." There's also romance in this production. Waltzing in to each other's lives are the characters LaRhette and Rock. "We really don't have to try too hard for the authenticity because it truly is just so parallel to my experience," said Savy Jackson, who plays La Rhette. "I'm very protective over this character and making sure that the people who identify with him feel appropriately represented," said Vincent Jamal Hooper, who plays Rock. Take the Lead will be at the playhouse through April 27th.
Yahoo
27-03-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Girl Scouts honoring women leaders at event in Reading
Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania, or GSEP, is honoring four women leaders in Berks County at its annual Take the Lead event in Reading. This year's honorees are leaders in their industries and communities, serving as role models for Girl Scouts through their careers and dedication to causes, according to the organization. The honorees will be recognized at a special event at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel on Thursday from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. 2025 Take the Lead Berks County Honorees • Christie Botterbusch, executive director, New Journey Community Outreach, Inc. 'Christie is committed to promoting equitable care for individuals and families facing hunger and adversity in the region by overseeing initiatives that deliver essential services for at-risk populations,' GSEP said in its announcement. 'As cofounder of VOiCEup Berks and the Youth Volunteer Corps of Reading, Christie works to inspire meaningful transformation within the Reading community and beyond.' 2025 Take the Lead honoree Christie Botterbusch, executive director, New Journey Community Outreach, Inc. (Courtesy of Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania) • Beth Garrigan, chief executive officer, Safe Berks. 'Beth oversees the operations of Safe Berks to ensure the organization fulfills its mission of providing shelter and 24/7/365 comprehensive life-saving services to survivors of domestic and sexual violence,' the organization said. 'Through her leadership, Safe Berks provides a haven for survivors to heal and receive support.' 2025 Take the Lead honoree Beth Garrigan, chief executive officer, Safe Berks. (Courtesy of Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania) Garrigan serves as a voting delegate of the Pennsylvania Coalition Against Domestic Violence and Pennsylvania Coalition to Advance Respect. • Dr. Noahleen Betts Kebbay, director of podiatry, Berks Community Health Center, and president of the Reading School Board. 'A physician for over 20 years, Dr. Kebbay is a well-respected medical professional in the Berks County region through her involvement in several medical conferences across the country, including Pennsylvania Association of Community Health Centers, the United Nations General Assembly, and more,' the announcement said. Kebbay is a founder of the Africa Lower Limb Institute and the Miss Teen Reading, PA Organization. 2025 Take the Lead honoree Dr. Noahleen Betts Kebbay, director of podiatry, Berks Community Health Center, and president of the Reading School District board of directors. (Courtesy of Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania) • Regina M. Rinehimer, partner and wealth manager, Kingsview Partners. 'As a champion for local causes in the Greater Reading area, she has a proven ability to help community organizations address financial needs and serves as a mentor to college students through her leadership and commitment to women's professional development,' according to GSEP. 2025 Take the Lead honoree Regina M. Rinehimer, partner and wealth manager, Kingsview Partners. (Courtesy of Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania) The 2025 Take the Lead Berks County honorees truly exemplify Girl Scout values, said Kim Fraites-Dow, chief executive officer of Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania. 'We look forward to having them serve as role models for our Girl Scouts, who will learn firsthand from these women ways to live a life of purpose with courage, confidence, and character,' Fraites-Dow said. Take the Lead event Take the Lead also provides a unique leadership opportunity for Girl Scouts, the organization said. As part of the Take the Lead program, high school-age Girl Scouts shadow honorees for a day at work, gaining career insights and guidance. Scouts also serve as presenters, emcees, event hosts, social media influencers, and chorus members during the event. Take the Lead is co-chaired by Dr. Glynis Fitzgerald, president of Alvernia University, and Virginia Rush, community and nonprofit advocate. For more information, visit or call 267-332-5483.
