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The Rockford Park District Board of Commissioners has approved a construction contract for the first phase of improvements to Clarence Hicks Memorial Sports Park, located at 2004 Ogilvie Road in Rockford.Clarence Hicks Memorial Sports Park is a destination for thousands of youth, teens and families. The park hosts youth sports programs such as NFL Flag Football, NFL Cheer, Rockford FIRE Track & Field, Youth Sports Outreach, Rockford Wolves Youth Football, Chicago Bears Outreach Camp, AAU Northern Cross Country National Championships and AAU Cross County District Qualifiers.At this time, the on-site amenities do not meet the needs of all athletes, and…

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NYC Health + Hospitals/Queens Emergency Nursing Team Receives Prestigious Lantern Award from Emergency Nurses Association The Lantern Award recognizes emergency department achievements in incorporating evidence-based practice and innovation into emergency care. August 14, 2024 the emergency nursing team at NYC Health + Hospitals/Queens; The emergency nursing team at NYC Health + Hospitals/Queens has been named the recipient of the Emergency Nurses Association’s 2024 Lantern Award for outstanding achievement in leadership, practice, education, advocacy and research achievement. The Lantern Award recognizes emergency department achievements that incorporate evidence-based practice and innovation into emergency care. Through collaboration and teamwork, the…

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A renowned TV chef, keynote speaker, and mother of three young daughters, Orla is a chef who brings her passion for culinary artistry and commitment to impeccable service to every event she oversees. As part of this year’s ‘Cork on a Fork’ celebrations, Aura will be hosting a free cooking demo outside the English Market on Thursday 15th August from 12pm, featuring local producers using produce found at the market. That same evening, she will be chef and co-sponsor of the Taste of Cork Fashion & Food event in St Peter’s. Cork on a Folk festival is an annual event…

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A controversial ban on wearing face coverings in public was signed into law in Nassau County, New York, on Wednesday, making it the first such ban in the country.Nassau County Mayor Bruce Blakeman signed the bill at a press conference Wednesday morning. Nassau County covers part of Long Island just east of New York City. The ban, with exceptions for health and religious reasons, has been touted as a public safety measure aimed at targeting those who commit crimes by wearing face coverings. Anyone who violates the law faces a misdemeanor of up to one year in jail and a…

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Patriot “They’re selling him lightly and have made it very clear to the NFL that if they want to trade for him, we’re open to listening.” Matthew Judon. AP Photo/Michael Dwyer Jerrod Mayo had one word to describe Drake Maye’s performance during training camp. Vikings QB McCarthy will need surgery for a torn meniscus in his right knee, a major setback for his rookie progress. There doesn’t appear to be much movement toward a new contract for Matthew Judon, and according to ESPN’s Jeff Darlington, the Patriots are open to listening to trade offers for him. “Well, with Judon, the…

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The new name and logo focus on the breadth and value of services offered to customers.GILMER, Texas, Aug. 14, 2024–( BUSINESS WIRE )–Custom Commodities Transport, a logistics company providing comprehensive solutions to shippers, has introduced a new brand, logo and messaging that more accurately reflects the company’s capabilities. The new name, “Custom™,” promotes the company’s expanded capabilities and customer focus of the solutions offered.Custom combines companies such as Custom Commodities Transport, the original bulk carrier, Plastic Conversion Services, a warehouse operator, and LIFT, a transshipment terminal operator. Identifiers are used for all business divisions, including Custom Transport, Custom Warehousing, Custom…

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This post was written by Jennifer Born, PA, PPG, Sleep Medicine. With summer vacation coming to an end for area students and parents and children transitioning back into their back-to-school routines, now is a good time to reevaluate your nighttime routine and set yourself and your children up for success. Why Routines Are Important The American Academy of Sleep Medicine emphasizes consistency and routine as key factors in optimizing sleep. It’s helpful to begin the transition to a healthier sleep routine a few weeks before school or a new schedule starts. Start slowly, increasing your bedtime by 15 minutes (earlier)…

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The operator of a remote radar station in the Canadian Arctic says two polar bears attacked and killed a worker. The attack happened Thursday at one of Nasittuq Corporation’s operations on Brevoort Island in Nunavut. The company has not released the victim’s name. “Our thoughts and prayers are with the family, friends and colleagues affected by this loss,” the company said in a statement. “Nashittuq Corporation is providing support to the family of the deceased during this difficult time. Additionally, we are providing counselling services to all affected employees.”Polar bear attacks are extremely rare, and Nasittuk said it was working…

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Vice President Kamala Harris has bounced back from a slump in Democratic support among Hispanics, according to an Equis Research poll released Wednesday, though her approval rating is currently several points shy of the levels Joe Biden achieved in 2020. With 80 days to go until the election, Harris is “well on track to halt the Republican surge” among Hispanic voters, according to a polling memo from Equis Research, a Hispanic-focused Democratic pollster. But a sizable portion of registered Latino voters, many of them new to the race, are still unsure whether they’ll vote or who they’ll support. Where these…

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EMERYVILLE — A highly-anticipated Japanese supermarket will be joining an East Bay shopping center that is undergoing major redevelopment and renovation.Tokyo Central, a Japan-based grocery chain, plans to occupy a large building in Bay Street Emeryville, a major shopping, dining and entertainment center in Emeryville.An aerial view (concept) of Tokyo Central, a Japanese specialty supermarket located in the Bay Street Emeryville Shopping Center in Emeryville. (CenterCal Properties)According to CenterCal Properties, the East Bay commercial hub’s principal owner and developer, the supermarket will carry a variety of premium Japanese imports, including groceries, prepared-to-order food trays, health foods and other specialty items.”Tokyo…

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