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The Hygiene Bank and smol launch campaign to tackle hygiene poverty
smol, with support from The Hygiene Bank, launches campaign to help install more mini laundrettes in schools across the UK to provide free vital support
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Great Cardboard Boat Race raises over $170,000 for Crossroads United Way
ELKHART — The Great Cardboard Boat Race presented by NIBCO made waves with its most successful year yet. A record 71 boats competed at the LaSalle Bristol Pond in Welch Packaging corrugated cardboard boats, and thanks to the generosity of teams, donors and sponsors, the event raised over $170,000 to support families across Elkhart, LaGrange, Noble and Steuben counties. 'This year's race was nothing short of incredible,' said Bill Purcell, president and CEO of Crossroads United Way. 'The record-breaking fundraising and turnout show just how committed our community is to coming together, having fun and making a real difference for local families.' The racing competition was fierce and fun, with the Bristol Fire Department's 'Boat Jovi Slippery When Wet' taking first place overall. Second place went to Welch Packaging's 'Yellow Submarine,' followed by Utilimaster's 'Whip It' in third. Fourth place was claimed by Welch Packaging's 'Margaritaville,' with Indiana Michigan Power's 'A Sea D Sea' in fifth. Alliance's 'Aquaholics' captured sixth, Goshen Health's 'Vital Signs' came in seventh, and Newmar's 'Back in Black' rounded out the top eight. The Bristol Fire Department also took home top honors in the special First Responders Race, while NIBCO's 'Redneck Yacht Club' received the coveted Cardboard Crusader Award. Special recognition also went to several standout boats in the Judges' Choice categories. The United Way Design Award was presented to Grand Design's 'Jumpin' Jack Splash,' while the Judges' Overall Choice Award went to Alliance RV's 'Iron Maiden.' Fundraising was a highlight of the day as well. LaSalle Bristol earned the award for the most dollars raised, while Winnebago Industries and Grand Design's 'Jumpin' Jack Splash' captured the award for the most individual donors. Finally, in one of the most spirited traditions of the race, the 'Wonder that Went Down Under' award for the best sink was given to Ben's Pretzels. More information about Crossroads United Way or to get involved: Solve the daily Crossword
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Report: Denzel Ward's shoulder injury not believed to be serious
Browns cornerback Denzel Ward injured his right shoulder in Tuesday's practice. Jordan Schultz reports that the injury is not believed to be serious, though Ward will undergo further testing to confirm. Ward left practice early after a one-on-one with receiver Jerry Jeudy, raising concern as he appeared in pain as he walked inside to be evaluated. Ward, 28, is heading into this eighth season. He has made the Pro Bowl each of the past two seasons and four times total. In 2024, Ward totaled 49 tackles, two interceptions, a league-best19 passes defensed, one forced fumble and one fumble recovery.
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Hazleton man facing felony drug charges released on bail
A 28-year-old Hazleton man charged with dealing drugs in Shenandoah was released from Luzerne County Prison on Tuesday after posting bail, according to court records. Andy Rosario appeared for a nebbia hearing and was arraigned before Schuylkill County Judge James P. Goodman. The Schuylkill County Detective's Office charged Rosario in April, alleging he sold suspected fentanyl and methamphetamine to a confidential informant in Shenandoah on Feb. 21. The purpose of Tuesday's proceeding was to prove whether the money Rosario sought to post for $75,000 bail came from legitimate sources. He brought to the hearing a bondsperson, Amanda Devers Love, who later posted bail on his behalf with the judge's permission. First Assistant District Attorney Michael J. Stine said that Rosario brought a few of his family members along to present pay stubs to the court and prove he could pay the required amount for a bail bond from Love. Rosario, who was being held in Luzerne County Prison since April 23, participated via videoconference from the prison. Schuylkill County detectives said that Rosario met the informant at an undisclosed location, and Rosario provided the drugs in exchange for money. The drugs were then submitted to the Pennsylvania State Police Bureau of Forensic Services Laboratory for testing. One of the two plastic bags tested, which was thought to contain methamphetamine, was found not to be a controlled substance. The nature of the substance was not mentioned. The other — purported to be fentanyl — was actually a mixture of cocaine and xylazine, commonly used as a horse tranquilizer, police said. Rosario was charged with five felony counts of possession with intent to deliver and a felony count of criminal use of a communications facility. He also faces misdemeanor charges of possession of a controlled substance. All charges were held for court after a preliminary hearing in May. Rosario is represented by attorney Frank T. McCabe II of Forty Fort.
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Government strikes returns deal with Iraq in latest bid to deter small boats
The Government has agreed a new deal with Iraq to return illegal migrants as part of wider moves to limit small boat crossings. The deal, signed by Home Office minister Dan Jarvis, will set up a formal process to return Iraqis who have arrived in the UK with no right to stay in the country. It comes after an £800,000 deal last year with Baghdad to help the country crack down on smuggling networks and organised crime. Earlier this year Sir Keir Starmer and Iraq's prime minister Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani agreed to strengthen co-operation on migration. Mr Jarvis signed the agreement during a visit to the UK by Iraq's deputy foreign minister Faud Hussein. The Home Office said the accord would allow the 'swift' return of illegal migrants. Home Office statistics said since previous deals, the number of Iraqis arriving in the UK by small boat has fallen to 1,900 in the year to March 2025, down from 2,600 in the previous year. Mr Jarvis said: 'By working together on security, development and migration challenges, we are building stronger relationships that benefit both our countries whilst tackling shared challenges like organised crime and irregular migration.' The returns deal is the latest as part of the Home Office's policies to stop small boats crossing the channel. Similar agreements have already been made with Albania and Vietnam since Labour came into power. Another deal with France recently came into force, where small boat migrants who have arrived over the English Channel from the French coast can be returned to the country. The small boats migrant will then be exchanged for a legitimate asylum seeker in France who can demonstrate a genuine family link to the UK. The number has been capped, but it is hoped it will act as a deterrent to those crossing the Channel. The latest figures from the Home Office showed 116 migrants arrived aboard two small boats on August 15. Mr Jarvis said: 'This visit reinforces the strength of the UK-Iraq partnership and demonstrates our government's commitment to serious diplomacy that delivers real results. 'As someone who served in Iraq, I understand first-hand the importance of building enduring relationships in the region, and the new agreement we have signed is a testament to the trust and co-operation we've built with our Iraqi counterparts.' However, the announcement was criticised by Conservative shadow home secretary Chris Philp. He said: 'Over 50,000 illegal immigrants have crossed the Channel in Labour's short time in power, the worst illegal immigration crisis in our history. 'Labour has surrendered our borders, and the consequences are being felt in our communities, from rising crime to shocking cases of rape and sexual assault by recent arrivals. 'Now they boast about a measly returns deal with Iraq, but barely any small boat arrivals are Iraqi, and most would qualify for asylum anyway. It's a sham designed to look tough while crossings keep soaring. 'Labour has scrapped Conservative deterrents and created the conditions for chaos, leaving the British people to foot the bill. Only the Conservatives will stop the crossings and restore control of Britain's borders.'
