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National Night Out introduces first responders, community partnerships
National Night Out introduces first responders, community partnerships

Los Angeles Times

time3 days ago

  • Los Angeles Times

National Night Out introduces first responders, community partnerships

National Night Out at Fountain Valley Sports Park saw the community interface with its uniformed personnel, the attendees taking the opportunity to get to know the people charged with protecting them. 'I think law enforcement, in general, can do a better job of telling their story,' Fountain Valley Interim Police Chief Rod Cox said. 'I think this provides the opportunity for us to tell the police story and show how much we care about the community, show our resources, show the tools that we use. 'The cops get face time with the community, visit with the kids, visit with the adults. They get to know people one on one, and it just builds our community orientation and lets people know that we're human.' The attending families stood at rapt attention as they formed a boundary around the demonstration of crime-fighting canines. K9 Pomix participated in multiple scenarios, which included chasing after a padded suit-wearing, weapon-bearing Officer Austin Pennella. Pennella played on the boys' soccer team at Fountain Valley High, where he graduated in 2020. Early exposure to others who became officers made going into law enforcement a 'natural jump,' he said. 'It's fun for me,' Pennella said of partaking in the canine showcase. 'I'm sure it's a lot more scary for the people that actually get bit without the suit. I love it. I love getting bit. I love doing the work with the canine. That's my goal long term, so being able to work with the dog as closely as I get to is a privilege.' The German shepherd has its own Instagram page, where hundreds have followed along to witness the activities of Pomix and Canine Officer Gannon Kelly. Families enjoyed interactions with police and fire personnel, some donning firefighter headgear. Children also got to sit on a police motorbike, have their sprint speed timed by a radar gun and pull on protective gear. Attendees also met members of the Fountain Valley dispatch team, radio amateur civil emergency services (RACES), the retired senior volunteer program (RSVP), and the police explorer program. The RSVP team provides a number of functions that lighten the load on law enforcement, including handling parking citations and vacation home checks. Joy Garcia, who has been involved with the program for three years, said its numbers have held firm at a few dozen. Volunteers are kept out of dangerous situations, she added. 'I'm very, very appreciative of Fountain Valley for having been able to raise my children here and to have all of these events and activities for them,' Garcia said. Cox said Fountain Valley is on the verge of starting a community emergency response team (CERT) in September. 'We'll be looking for volunteers for that,' Cox said. 'People will want to attend the CERT training. We'll start with our in-house volunteers first, if they want to go, then we'll reach out to the community and build the program from there.' Cox also mentioned the city has volunteers running a program called You Are Not Alone (YANA), which stays in communication with senior residents. Community members also visited with representatives from the Orange County district attorney's office, the Trauma Intervention Program, and with City Net, which is contracted to provide homeless services in Fountain Valley. While the evening, in some ways, was highlighted by community partnerships, it also served as a chance to remember others. Fountain Valley's National Night Out was dedicated to Bill McQuaid, the late fire chief who died on July 25. A memorial service for McQuaid will be held on Aug. 20 at 11 a.m. at Mariners Church in Irvine. As families visited the park on Tuesday, many also saw for the first time the new street signage for Ed Arnold Way. The entrance to the park was recently renamed in honor of Arnold, who was a longtime resident and sportscaster. Fountain Valley police announced this week that officers will be conducting a DUI and driver's license checkpoint on Friday, Aug. 15. Authorities said the operation would be carried out on Warner Avenue near Brookhurst Street from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m.

James Argent's ex Nicoline posts emotional message about ‘life taking you to rock bottom' after Towie star assault
James Argent's ex Nicoline posts emotional message about ‘life taking you to rock bottom' after Towie star assault

The Irish Sun

time17-06-2025

  • Entertainment
  • The Irish Sun

James Argent's ex Nicoline posts emotional message about ‘life taking you to rock bottom' after Towie star assault

JAMES Argent's ex Nicoline has shared an emotional message online after he turned on her last month. Nicoline, 32, shared a post about 'life taking you to rock bottom' after former Towie star James Argent 5 Nicoline has shared a series of new snaps on social media with a poignant message 5 She could be see wearing an all-red ensemble 5 In the caption she spoke about being 'rock bottom' 5 James Argent - who assaulted the former Miss World - is Nicoline's ex Credit: Splash The Swedish fashion model took to Instagram on Tuesday to share some smiley snaps of herself at four-star alpine chalet Hotel Maribel Sierra Nevada. Wearing an all red ensemble, and carrying a Louis Vuttion holdall, Nicoline smiled for the camera. While sharing snaps from the lavish location, Nicoline penned a caption about "emotional abuse recovery", which she stated in a hashtag towards the end. In the caption, she penned: "Partner with the right power! Meaning - Surround yourself with ONLY people who shares the motto of wanting to be their best extraordinary self with you and others." Read More about Nicoline She added: "In the midst of a setback there is a comeback laying ahead of you. "I'm so blessed and privileged to be learning from our dear family friend Tim Storey." Nicoline went on: "I thank each and every one of you for all your supportive kindness & love you've been showing me - It means more than you'll ever know! I appreciate you all so much. "Going through hardships, your focus will be put to a test. Where you re-direct your mindset will be crucial. Most read in Showbiz "This does not mean to suppress any emotions or feelings - It means to go through them fully no matter how hard it is." She concluded: "The power of humanity is that we cheer each other on when good things are happening and we help each other out when life take you rock bottom. So let's come together! Horrific injuries James Argent inflicted on his beauty queen girlfriend revealed as star avoids jail for horror attack "Surround yourself with pure and warmhearted people who will be there with you and let them know they matter to you. "I feel so passionate about helping others going through big as small hurdles to show you life has a plan for you. "Remember, we stand strongest together." At the end of the post, Nicoline shared a series of hashtags including: #NarcissisticAbuseAwareness, #HealingJourney, #TruthIsPower, #WomensVoicesMatter, #SurvivorStrong, #EmotionalAbuseRecovery , #BreakTheCycle, and #YouAreNotAlone. Nicoline spoke out in a statement - confessing: 'My fractures on my body have finally healed but I'm wounded inside.' Recalling the traumatic experience, she said: 'I was brutally thrown out of our new home in the middle of the night wearing only my pyjamas. 'I opened the door to let him in and only minutes after, I found myself laying down on the stairs outside our house. My clothes and belongings were being thrown out from the balcony down on me. I was injured.' She said: "I felt there were too many people in our relationship: me, my boyfriend and his ex. 'Three's a crowd', they say. "I asked so many times if we could be just the two of us, but the answer was a strong NO. "I experienced what I can only describe as targeted emotional distress which he allowed to continue.' Nicoline continued: "After being together for one year my boyfriend finally promised me that he would have boundaries. "He would put a stop to all that had been going on for months. "But he didn't. Instead he broke the promise and her controlling behaviour continued. The rest is history." Nicoline went on to thank the people who came to her aid and added: "I have tried to understand why. "I have cried so many tears thinking about the way he chose to hurt me. He said he loved me and I believed him and here we are. "There is now a legal record of what happened. Violence has no excuse - no matter how much love preceded it." James Argent was handed a six month suspended sentence and a two-year restraining order banning him from contacting Nicoline. 5 Nicoline spoke out publicly in a statement after the assault Credit: Instagram @nicolineartursson

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