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New Research Indicates Shelter Cat Fostering Reduces Loneliness in Older Adults Living Alone

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Wednesday, November 15, 2023

WASHINGTON, Nov. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Human Animal Bond Research Institute (HABRI) announced the results of a HABRI-funded feasibility study that suggests fostering a shelter cat may contribute to alleviating loneliness and improving mental health in older adults living independently alone. This study, published in the Journals of Gerontology, Series B, was conducted by researchers at the University of Georgia and Brenau University.

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  • The research team, led by Dr. Sherry Sanderson, DVM, PhD, Associate Professor in the Department of Biomedical Sciences at the University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine, explored the impact of fostering a shelter cat on loneliness and well-being in older adults living alone.
  • The research also investigated whether these older adults would express interest in adopting their foster cat after common barriers, such as access to veterinary care, were removed.
  • "This project shows that fostering cats can make a measurable difference in the lives of older adults living alone."
  • The Impact of Cat Fostering on Older Adult Well-Being and Loneliness: A Feasibility Study.

MÉTIS NATIONAL COUNCIL SUPPORTS INUIT TAPIRIIT KANATAMI’S ALERT ON FALSE IDENTITY

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Tuesday, November 7, 2023

As stated by ITK in their Open Letter from Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami to Alert Canadians to False Claims to Inuit Identity, prior to its claims to Inuit identity, the NCC called itself the Labrador Métis Nation.

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  • As stated by ITK in their Open Letter from Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami to Alert Canadians to False Claims to Inuit Identity, prior to its claims to Inuit identity, the NCC called itself the Labrador Métis Nation.
  • The Métis National Council takes these false claims of Indigenous identity very seriously.
  • The MNC and our Governing Members will continue to take action to protect the Métis Nation from false claims of Indigenous identity and to protect the territorial integrity of the historic Métis Nation.
  • Cassidy Caron is the President of the Métis National Council.

Monarch Celebrates NASDAQ Billboard Inclusion, Announces Plans for Further International Expansion

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Wednesday, July 19, 2023

Monarch aims to innovate the landscape of shared interests, bridging the gap between curators, enthusiasts, and artists.

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  • This milestone is being commemorated with a series of exciting announcements, including the featuring on the prestigious NASDAQ billboard in New York City and plans for further international expansion.
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    The Monarch team expressed immense excitement over their inclusion on the illustrious NASDAQ billboard.
  • Monarch aims to offer its members an all-encompassing global platform to explore, collaborate, and share the ethos of their shared interests.
  • Monarch, named after the Monarch butterfly symbolizing perseverance and generational effort, is led by President Barney Wang.

Notre Dame de Namur University Announces the Election of Lisa D. Gauthier to the Board of Trustees

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Monday, June 19, 2023

Belmont, CA, June 19, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Notre Dame de Namur University (NDNU) President Beth Martin, Ph.D., announced the recent election of a new member to the university’s Board of Trustees.

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  • Belmont, CA, June 19, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Notre Dame de Namur University (NDNU) President Beth Martin, Ph.D., announced the recent election of a new member to the university’s Board of Trustees.
  • Joining the Board for a three-year term is Lisa Gauthier, Mayor of East Palo Alto.
  • “I am very honored to be asked to serve on Notre Dame de Namur University’s Board of Trustees,” said Gauthier.
  • She previously held the positions of Vice Mayor in 2014, 2018, 2022, and Mayor in 2015 and 2019.

The Bellwether District and Philadelphia Eagles Team Up to Celebrate Earth Day

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Saturday, April 22, 2023

PHILADELPHIA, April 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In celebration of Earth Day, members of The Bellwether District, a Hilco Redevelopment Partners' (HRP) project, joined with the Philadelphia Eagles to award $75,000 to environmental nonprofits through the Touchdowns for Sustainability partnership. Former Eagles wide receiver Jason Avant and iconic Eagles mascot Swoop joined HRP CEO Roberto Perez to recognize local Sustainability Heroes for their contributions toward a cleaner Philadelphia.

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  • PHILADELPHIA, April 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In celebration of Earth Day, members of The Bellwether District , a Hilco Redevelopment Partners' (HRP) project, joined with the Philadelphia Eagles to award $75,000 to environmental nonprofits through the Touchdowns for Sustainability partnership.
  • "Together, we are proud to recognize these tremendous organizations for the important work they do to create a more sustainable future – on Earth Day and every day."
  • "The Eagles and The Bellwether District share a mission of giving back to the community and creating a more sustainable environment.
  • Earlier in the day, The Bellwether District team hosted an Earth Day community cleanup at Finnegan Playground in the Gray's Ferry neighborhood of South Philadelphia with local nonprofit organizations and community volunteers to re-paint, re-plant, refresh and revitalize the park.

Santander becomes the local bank with the largest number of female directors

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Wednesday, April 19, 2023

In this way, Santander Chile becomes the bank in the market with the largest number of female directors, joining Ana Dorrego and Lucía Santa Cruz.

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  • In this way, Santander Chile becomes the bank in the market with the largest number of female directors, joining Ana Dorrego and Lucía Santa Cruz.
  • In this way, there will be four women out of a total of nine regular members of the board of directors.
  • 1 Bank in Chile, and by the Dow Jones Sustainability Index, integrating the prestigious group of Global Emerging companies, as the only Chilean bank present.
  • Banco Santander Chile is the largest bank in the Chilean market in terms of loans and assets.

West Dallas Cancer Awareness Event and Health Fair to Offer Free Information, Education and Screenings April 14-15, 2023

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Monday, April 3, 2023

The top five types of cancers across the state of Texas include: breast, prostate, lung, colorectal and kidney/renal pelvis.

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  • The top five types of cancers across the state of Texas include: breast, prostate, lung, colorectal and kidney/renal pelvis.
  • In an effort to help increase awareness of this prevalent disease, organizations are partnering to bring education, information and health screenings to the West Dallas Community with a free health event.
  • On Friday, April 14, UT Southwestern Moncrief Cancer Institute will offer free on-site mammography screenings through its Mobile Cancer Clinic.
  • The innovative 18-wheeler clinic will provide screening services in the parking lot of Head Start Dallas at 3737 Goldman St., Dallas, TX 75212.

Shannon Park Redevelopment Will Transform Dartmouth

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Friday, January 13, 2023

A once-in-a generation development goes before Community Council for approval

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  • Dartmouth, Nova Scotia--(Newsfile Corp. - January 13, 2023) - The revitalization of Shannon Park, the former military base in Dartmouth, is one step closer to reality.
  • "Millbrook First Nation is pleased to continue our work with Canada Lands and HRM on the Shannon Park redevelopment.
  • "Shannon Park is a once in a generational opportunity to create a vibrant new community in Dartmouth, a place for so many to call home.
  • "I'm so pleased to see that we are moving forward on plans for a vibrant and inclusive future for the former Shannon Park lands.

BerdingWeil Adds Three McKeon Sheldon Partners to Expand Practice in Hawaii

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Wednesday, August 31, 2022

BerdingWeil , the largest and most experienced construction defect and common interest development law firm in California, today announced the expansion of their practice in Hawaii with the addition of three partners from the former McKeon Sheldon Mehling (MSM) law firm.

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  • BerdingWeil , the largest and most experienced construction defect and common interest development law firm in California, today announced the expansion of their practice in Hawaii with the addition of three partners from the former McKeon Sheldon Mehling (MSM) law firm.
  • After 15 years of collaboration with BerdingWeil on Hawaii construction defect litigation, William McKeon, Shannon Sheldon and Rebecca Filipovic will be joining the BerdingWeil law firm as partners effective September 1, 2022.
  • Sheldon, president of the Hawaii State Bar Association, serves as general counsel to over 200 condominium and homeowner associations across the state of Hawaii, and will lead BerdingWeils general counsel practice.
  • These attorneys and their support staff will be joining the BerdingWeil Hawaii practice, which includes attorney Kyle Pineo.

Nicklaus Companies Proudly Congratulates Jack Nicklaus as He Becomes an Honorary Citizen of St. Andrews

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Monday, July 11, 2022

PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla., July 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- When the 150th playing of the Open Championship commences at the place where it all began, the Old Course at St. Andrews, a special ceremony will be held to designate Jack Nicklaus as an honorary citizen of St. Andrews.

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  • Nicklaus Companies proudly congratulations Jack on this extraordinary and fitting recognition of a lifetime dedicated to the game.
  • On July 12,The Royal Burgh of St.Andrews Community Council will bestow the honor to Nicklaus, who won two of his three Open titles at St. Andrews.
  • The Old Course is also where Nicklaus chose to compete in his final major championship in 2005.
  • The team at Nicklaus Companies prides itself with leveraging the brand's winning heritage to achieve excellence, growth and to champion social good.