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fromThe Oaklandside
6 days ago

Oaklandside 510: Fixing Oakland streets, guerrilla style

Residents in Oakland are actively seeking solutions to road safety issues by employing DIY tactics and pressuring city officials for safer streets.
East Bay (California)
fromGothamist
1 week ago

Sunset Park residents call for improvements on a deadly stretch of Third Avenue

Call for safety improvements on Third Avenue in Sunset Park due to high incidence of traffic injuries and fatalities.
London music
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 week ago

Ghost bike memorial to dead cyclist removed by 'grossly insensitive' London council

The bike memorial for Matheus Piovesan will be replaced after its removal by Tower Hamlets council, sparking concerns from friends and campaigners.
#immigration
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago
Los Angeles

Paramount, a proud Latino suburb, thrust into center of Trump crackdown

Community resilience and pride emerge amid confrontations with authorities in Paramount.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
4 months ago

These churches offer shelter and sanctuary to vulnerable migrants. Here's why

Rev. Jim Rigby is preparing for potential immigration raids on his church, highlighting the impact of policy changes on religious freedom and asylum seekers.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
4 months ago

These churches offer shelter and sanctuary to vulnerable migrants. Here's why

Rev. Jim Rigby is preparing for potential immigration raids on his church, highlighting the impact of policy changes on religious freedom and asylum seekers.
NYC real estate
fromQNS
1 week ago

Over 700 people sign petition to prevent potential closure of Maspeth's Transfiguration Church - QNS

Over 700 people oppose the closure of Maspeth's Church of the Transformation, emphasizing its historic and architectural significance to the community.
Public health
fromwww.kilburntimes.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Students create eye-catching artwork for 'gallery of vigilance' to tackle speeding

The '20 is Plenty Make it Seen!' initiative aims to enhance adherence to the 20 mph speed limit in Neasden through student-created posters.
fromwww.yourlocalguardian.co.uk
2 weeks ago

How a small Croydon community took on a developer and won 200K legal battle

Eight households successfully challenged a developer's plans to replace a bungalow with flats, revealing flaws in planning law.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 weeks ago

King Charles meets with Idris Elba at summit to tackle knife crime at St James's Palace

I was absolutely riveted by what Kyle said, the King told the group. The King, speaking unscripted, called for joined-up action across government, charities and local organisations.
UK news
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

I couldn't watch the forests vanish': the man restoring Solomon Islands' vital mangroves

Mangroves in Solomon Islands are essential for coastal protection and community livelihoods but are under threat from human activity and climate change.
fromwww.amny.com
2 weeks ago

A slap to the face': Family urges NYPD Commissioner to reverse decision letting officer who killed Bronx man stay on force | amNewYork

Relatives of Allan Feliz demand justice for his death by marching to NYPD headquarters.
Social justice
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 weeks ago

Murder of Morgan Hill teen raises community awareness of domestic violence: 'There is always help'

Family advocates for support for domestic violence survivors following Marissa DiNapoli's murder.
#brooklyn
fromCbsnews
3 weeks ago
NYC politics

90-year-old man crossing Brooklyn street killed in hit-and-run involving moped

fromNew York Post
2 months ago
NYC music

Exclusive | NYC musicians hire private lab to test for toxic Gowanus Canal vapors after landlord's silent treatment

fromCbsnews
3 weeks ago
NYC politics

90-year-old man crossing Brooklyn street killed in hit-and-run involving moped

fromNew York Post
2 months ago
NYC music

Exclusive | NYC musicians hire private lab to test for toxic Gowanus Canal vapors after landlord's silent treatment

fromLos Angeles Times
3 weeks ago

Photos: July Fourth Protests in Los Angeles

Protesters in downtown Los Angeles rallied against immigration raids on July 4, prioritizing activism over traditional celebrations, chanting 'No more occupation! No more deportation!'.
Los Angeles
fromPortland Mercury
1 month ago

Welcome to the Mercury's 2025 Queer Guide!

Be gay, do community! Be gay, build networks of care! Be gay, free Palestine!
NYC LGBT
London politics
fromwww.hamhigh.co.uk
1 month ago

Campaigners urge Thames Water to let flowers bloom around reservoir

Residents advocate for 'No Mow May' and 'Let it Bloom June' to preserve wildflowers at a local reservoir, highlighting biodiversity benefits.
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Former Mayo footballer paints disabled parking bays in Westport as council has 'no money' for work

Westport man Mick Higgins took it upon himself to paint disabled parking bays after learning that Mayo County Council lacked the funds to do so, emphasizing the ongoing challenges faced by disabled residents.
NYC parents
NYC LGBT
fromFast Company
1 month ago

These leaders are working to ensure LGBTQ+ history-and futures-remains visible

Trump's administration enacted anti-LGBTQ+ initiatives creating fear in the community, prompting increased visibility and support efforts.
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Exclusive | Dog owners at hipster NYC park warned about prickly weeds that could hurt pups

Last year a foxtail seed barb got lodged in our dog's inner eyelid and scratched her cornea, " resident Jasmine Colahan posted on Instagram.
NYC parents
fromsilive
1 month ago

Two 'very sweet' dogs found outside of Tottenville High School

Eric Petrov expressed that the dogs seemed abandoned since they were no longer puppies and might have been difficult to care for as they grew up.
NYC parents
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Teenage riot accused's mother says son is 'not racist' and Ballymena protests 'are not racist either'

The mother of Michael Elliott, accused of rioting in Ballymena, argues that the violence is not racially motivated, emphasizing community concerns over political neglect.
Black Lives Matter
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

ICE raid protests: Over 80 arrested in Lower Manhattan as backlash over Trump crackdown continues | amNewYork

Protests in NYC against ICE arrests turned intense with mass arrests and clashes, as demonstrators urged community solidarity against Trump's immigration policy.
fromFuncheap
1 month ago

Emergency Solidarity Action: "ICE Leave Our Communities Alone" Rally (San Jose)

In response to the increased militarization of immigrant and Chicano communities by ICE, SVIC is organizing an emergency protest to demand justice and community protection.
Black Lives Matter
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 month ago

Angry friends removing graffiti from Bakerloo line Tube trains doing what Sadiq Khan can't'

Volunteers are cleaning the Bakerloo line trains, criticizing city leadership for neglect.
fromwww.yourlocalguardian.co.uk
1 month ago

Petitions launched as Croydon council plans to scrap school lollypop crossing patrols

"The decision, described as penny-pinching by local councillors, prioritises budget cuts over the safety of our children, affecting six school sites across Croydon."
NYC parents
fromKqed
1 month ago

In San Jose, a Controversial Choice for Unhoused: Shelter or Arrest? | KQED

Mayor Mahan emphasizes the need for stricter measures to remove encampments and promote shelter acceptance, though local officials express skepticism over this approach.
fromwww.romfordrecorder.co.uk
1 month ago

Firefighters tackle ANOTHER blaze at problematic' Rainham landfill site

Firefighters spent several hours extinguishing a number of hotspots across approximately one hectare of land.
London food
NYC politics
fromGothamist
1 month ago

Brooklyn leaders say NY can't suspend millions in affordable housing penalties for Atlantic Yards

Community leaders question state's authority to waive penalties for affordable housing delays.
Mission District
fromPadailypost
1 month ago

Group to begin collecting signatures for downtown lot ballot measure

Residents of Menlo Park are initiating a ballot measure to oppose public housing development on downtown parking lots.
#public-health
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 months ago
Portland food

High density of smoke shops in East San Jose pushes plan for temporary moratorium

East San Jose has the highest concentration of smoke shops in Santa Clara County, prompting officials to propose a moratorium on new openings.
Privacy professionals
fromWIRED
4 months ago

Researchers Rush to Save US Government Data on Trans Youth-Before It Disappears

Volunteers are actively preserving public health data against the Trump administration's anti-trans efforts.
Privacy professionals
fromWIRED
4 months ago

Researchers Rush to Save US Government Data on Trans Youth-Before It Disappears

Volunteers are actively preserving public health data against the Trump administration's anti-trans efforts.
fromState of the Planet
2 months ago

Gen Z Leads the Call for Conservation With TreeTalks

The panel discussion highlighted the importance of youth engagement in conservation efforts, emphasizing the need for innovation and collaboration across generations to tackle climate change.
Online Community Development
#housing-crisis
fromIndependent
2 months ago
Real estate

Revealed: The coastal town areas in Ireland with no long-term rentals and hundreds of holiday homes

fromIndependent
2 months ago
London politics

'They are bad neighbours to have' - Mayo housing official calls for 'radical' boycott of holiday-home owners

fromIndependent
2 months ago
Real estate

Revealed: The coastal town areas in Ireland with no long-term rentals and hundreds of holiday homes

fromIndependent
2 months ago
London politics

'They are bad neighbours to have' - Mayo housing official calls for 'radical' boycott of holiday-home owners

London politics
fromianVisits
2 months ago

The London Buzz - 22nd May 2025

Local campaigners oppose the conversion of a historic theatre into a church in South London.
A man faces discrimination in a café due to his disfigurement, sparking discussions on societal acceptance.
Public safety concerns arise over planned police cuts in Regent's Park and Primrose Hill.
Redbridge Council allows independents on scrutiny committees for improved local governance.
fromNon Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly
2 months ago

Boston Groups Come Together to Face the "Existential Threat" to Nonprofits - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

"This is not a time to rest. This is a time to be relentless in pursuit of what is right and just," said Lee Pelton.
Non-profit organizations
London politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 months ago

Campaigners set to challenge festival organiser's decision to proceed with Brockwell Park events as planned

Despite a High Court ruling against Lambeth Council, festival organizers assert their events will continue, citing technical legal grounds.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Man identified 10 years after car crash death

A decade-old unidentified man is finally recognized as Bryan Woolis thanks to Insp Nik Dodsworth's dedication in tracking down his true identity.
fromPadailypost
2 months ago

Opinion: Time to get going on firing Sheriff Corpus

San Mateo County residents must have alternative plans to remove Sheriff Christina Corpus as the process faces delays and potential legal challenges.
fromWest Side Rag
2 months ago

Monday Bulletin: 'Valley of the Rats' on UWS Block; See UWS Projects Set to Receive City Funding; Another UWS Bank Clock Out of Commission

Residents on West 109th Street feel endangered by a severe rodent problem, prompting them to organize and take action.
fromBoston.com
3 months ago

Boston rally honors 60 years since Martin Luther King Jr.'s 1965 Freedom Rally

The gathering commemorated the 60th anniversary of MLK Jr.'s march, urging a renewed commitment to justice and love in America.
Brooklyn
fromCbsnews
3 months ago

Bird lovers in Brooklyn concerned about poaching as pigeons go missing

A community in Bushwick is alarmed by the illegal trapping of pigeons for live shooting events.
fromsfist.com
3 months ago

Friday Morning Constitutional: Oakland 7-Eleven Robbed Second Night In a Row

Oakland 7-Eleven faces second burglary; community rallies against fentanyl; Google mandates office return; Apple to shift iPhone production to India.
fromNews 12 - Default
3 months ago

East Flatbush school sees safety upgrades following a bus crash that injured student and mother

It’s been a community effort, kind of grassroots, and we’re just glad that the congresswoman, the councilwoman, everyone kind of came to answer our requests and prayers.
NYC parents
NYC parents
fromTruthout
3 months ago

To Combat Trump's Attacks on Public Education, We Need Democracy in Our Unions

Grassroots education workers unite to combat neoliberal reforms and support labor rights through organized action leading up to May Day.
Paris food
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

They act with total impunity': Paris city hall declares war on graffiti vandals

Paris city hall is taking a stand against graffiti vandalism, aiming to prosecute offenders and recover the estimated 6 million euros in damages annually.
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

How Caring for the Planet Mirrors Caring for Ourselves

Self-care and environmental care are deeply interconnected, emphasizing the importance of intentional habits that benefit both individual well-being and the planet.
Mental health
fromwww.standard.co.uk
3 months ago

Pro-LTN campaigners hail 'brilliant' news that Bethnal Green row will be heard in Court of Appeal

Not many cases are given permission to go to the Court of Appeal. It's very encouraging that the judge thinks we have a realistic prospect of success, and also that this case raises important issues of public interest.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Felling of ancient London oak tree reported to police

The felling of a historic oak tree in London has sparked calls for better protection for ancient trees.
#child-safety
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago
Parenting

When Hate Burns

Children need reassurance and understanding during uncertain times.
Discuss safety and trusted contacts to empower children after trauma.
Limit media exposure to provide emotional stability for kids.
Model resilience and allyship to instill hope in children.
Privacy professionals
fromIndependent
4 months ago

Wexford grandfather confronted by 'paedophile hunters' while grandchild watched cartoons in the next room

A grandfather in Wexford was confronted for sending explicit messages to a 13-year-old girl.
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

When Hate Burns

Children need reassurance and understanding during uncertain times.
Discuss safety and trusted contacts to empower children after trauma.
Limit media exposure to provide emotional stability for kids.
Model resilience and allyship to instill hope in children.
Privacy professionals
fromIndependent
4 months ago

Wexford grandfather confronted by 'paedophile hunters' while grandchild watched cartoons in the next room

A grandfather in Wexford was confronted for sending explicit messages to a 13-year-old girl.
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

One Creative Way to Get a Pothole Fixed

After complaints to the Carmarthenshire council were unsuccessful, they erected a humorous sign on the road, urging drivers to "remove their dentures," among other things.
Alternative transportation
Boston Bruins
fromCageside Press
3 months ago

Henry Cejudo Helps Detain Suspect After Car Slams Into Neighbor's Home

Henry Cejudo intervened in a car accident where teenagers assaulted a homeowner, showcasing his readiness to help in a crisis.
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
3 months ago

Teens treat wildlife like online trophies' in south east London catapult attacks

Animal attacks by slingshot have surged in southeast London and north Kent, with reports occurring almost daily in local parks.
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

NYC neighborhood plagued by car meet-up mobs begs politicians for help after video emerges of latest chaos: 'Under siege'

Residents of Queens expressed urgent concern over unruly car meetups wreaking havoc on their streets, calling for immediate help from city officials.
NYC parents
fromBKReader
4 months ago

Brooklyn Pushes For EBT Reform as SNAP Theft Continues

"Urgent action is needed to protect critical food resources for families in need." - Michael Partis, urging for changes to address EBT theft and support affected families.
Brooklyn
fromwww.romfordrecorder.co.uk
4 months ago

'I got so sick of park litter that I spend hours of my own time tidying it up'

"It's awful - the litter is making Havering Park not a nice place to visit, which is really sad because when people stop going to green spaces is when they become even more neglected."
London politics
fromwww.cbc.ca
4 months ago

Big problems at tiny Toronto park prompt calls for locked gates at night | CBC News

Residents of Annex may secure Paul Martel Park at night after a successful council motion, addressing issues of vandalism and plant damage.
fromTime Out New York
4 months ago

You can join a march to support the trans community on Monday

The Trans Day of Visibility will highlight ongoing struggles and protests against trans discrimination this year.
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
4 months ago

'Angry' parents of kids late for school demand old Bromley bus timetable back

The new timetable had been introduced without any consultation with local people, imposed without warning, which has frustrated residents who rely on public transport.
London politics
Mission District
fromsfist.com
4 months ago

SoMa SRO Mosser Hotel Gets Rejected In Their Attempt to Convert the Place Into a Full Tourist Hotel

The SF Planning Commission rejected Mosser Hotel's proposal to convert low-income housing into tourist hotel units, emphasizing community needs over tourism.
#education
#traffic-safety
fromMiami Herald
4 months ago
Pets

'He left his paw print on so many.' Cat's hit-and-run death mobilizes Gables neighborhood

Coral Gables residents united for safety after beloved cat Carrot was killed by a hit-and-run, demanding speed bumps and traffic measures.
fromwww.newhamrecorder.co.uk
5 months ago
London politics

'My three-year-old son was knocked down by a car - an LTN would have prevented it'

A mother advocates for safer streets after her son is injured in a car accident.
Pets
fromMiami Herald
4 months ago

'He left his paw print on so many.' Cat's hit-and-run death mobilizes Gables neighborhood

Coral Gables residents united for safety after beloved cat Carrot was killed by a hit-and-run, demanding speed bumps and traffic measures.
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
4 months ago

Roofing firm forced to intervene over 'extremely dangerous' Bromley potholes

Local roofing firm offered to fix a dangerous pothole for free but couldn't due to legal concerns with the local council.
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
4 months ago

Thousands 'Stand Up for Science' in Bay Area to rally against Trump's cuts

Communities across the U.S. rallied to defend science amidst proposed cuts in funding for crucial medical research.
fromwww.hamhigh.co.uk
4 months ago

'Kick start' for campaign to save landmark Swiss Cottage pub

Community activists are working to preserve Ye Olde Swiss Cottage pub as a vital social hub by applying for its protection as an Asset of Community Value.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
5 months ago

Exclusive | NYC residents beg Trump admin to close controversial safe injection site: 'We need federal intervention'

Residents of East Harlem demand the closure of a safe injection site due to increased crime and drug activity in their neighborhood.
Boston
fromBoston.com
5 months ago

DA: 'Major player' in Mass. and Cass drug market gets prison time

Keon Leary, a major drug dealer in Boston, was sentenced to 9-10 years after pleading guilty to multiple charges including drug trafficking.
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago

It's not just a few ships doing it': how the world's plastic ends up on a Guernsey beach

Lord's efforts in collecting and studying plastic waste are crucial in informing international policies on plastic management, demonstrating local action can contribute to global solutions.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.nytimes.com
6 months ago

Citizen Scientists Reclaim Japan's Nuclear Disaster Zone

Every year when winter finally loosens its grip on northern Japan, Tomoko Kobayashi begins what has become an annual rite for her and a small band of collaborators.
Digital life
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