From April 8-14, Children’s Miracle Network (CMN) Hershey celebrated its 6th annual Penn State Health Children’s Week at Penn State Health Children’s Hospital. The week was dedicated to lifting up children and families in need, providing support and resources during difficult times.
Two exceptional educators, Allison Saunders and Sha’myra Williams, have been appointed as assistant principals in Ascension Public Schools.
To mark Earth Day, Merryhill Preschool released 13,000 ladybugs as a natural pest control method, teaching students the importance of the environment. Principal Peyton Johnston emphasized the school’s focus on learning through play and fostering environmental awareness in young children.
Marvin T. Dubin, a prominent Buffalo attorney who practiced commercial law for over 50 years, passed away on April 17, 2024. Born in Buffalo, Dubin graduated from Bennett High School and earned a bachelor’s degree from the University of Buffalo. He later obtained a bachelor of laws degree from UB Law School. Dubin was a dedicated member of the legal community, serving as counsel to Delaware North Companies for 45 years and contributing to various professional organizations. He was also actively involved in the Jewish Federation of Greater Buffalo and the Western New York Chapter of the March of Dimes. Dubin’s autobiography, published in 2020, recounted his inspiring journey from humble beginnings to success.
Volunteers collected a staggering 6,000 pounds of trash from a 6-mile stretch of the Kalamazoo River during a cleanup event held on April 20th. The event was organized by the Rotary Club of Kalamazoo and Michigan Waterways Stewards, and brought together 232 volunteers from 40 different organizations across the state. Over the course of the week, the cleanup efforts yielded a total of 8,900 pounds of trash, demonstrating the commitment of the community to preserving the Kalamazoo River.
The Boys & Girls Clubs of Orange County have recognized outstanding individuals with the Eddy Awards, acknowledging their dedication to the community and the lives of young people. Among the recipients is Katie Shreve, who has significantly contributed to the Boys & Girls Clubs of Capistrano Valley through her philanthropic efforts and support. Additionally, Orange County School of the Arts students have triumphed in the California Restaurant Foundation’s ProStart Cup, showcasing their culinary skills and entrepreneurial spirit.
A woman named Sarah Collis shares the incredible renovation journey undertaken by her father, Jason Collis, who purchased and transformed an abandoned school known as Ducktown School into their family home. The vast school boasts numerous classrooms, an assembly hall, and a gym, offering ample space for events and after-school activities.
In honor of Arizona Volunteer Week and Earth Day, the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) is promoting its Adopt-a-Highway program. The initiative encourages individuals and groups to make a positive impact on the community by volunteering to clean and maintain one-mile segments of Arizona’s highways. ADOT provides all necessary training and materials, while volunteers are asked to commit to cleaning their adopted highway at least once a year. In 2023, the program saw tremendous success with 850 participating groups, nearly 9,000 volunteers, and over 15,000 bags of litter collected. Interested individuals can join the Adopt-a-Highway program by visiting azdot.gov/adoptahighway.
