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Give Kids The World Holiday Fundraisers Will Make Wishes Possible For Critically Ill Children Like Wesley

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Monday, October 30, 2023
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Festivities including a Holiday Soiree, Holiday VIP Tours and Holiday Dessert Parties will raise funds to make it possible for the 89-acre nonprofit resort in Central Florida to continue fulfilling the wishes of critically ill children like Wesley Pecqueur.

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  • Festivities including a Holiday Soiree, Holiday VIP Tours and Holiday Dessert Parties will raise funds to make it possible for the 89-acre nonprofit resort in Central Florida to continue fulfilling the wishes of critically ill children like Wesley Pecqueur.
  • On the day he was discharged, Wesley was referred to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital for further testing.
  • Early detection enabled Wesley to begin injections with a medication typically administered to cancer patients following chemotherapy to build the immune system.
  • In January 2023, Wesley was well enough to take the trip of a lifetime with his family to Give Kids The World Village.

Give Kids The World's Holiday Festivities Will Make Wishes Possible

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Monday, October 23, 2023
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Festivities kick off on Saturday, November 11, during GKTW's 2023 Holiday Soiree.

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  • Festivities kick off on Saturday, November 11, during GKTW's 2023 Holiday Soiree.
  • A mini-Gala with a holiday twist, the event will feature dinner, live entertainment and a charity auction, followed by a festive party on the Avenue of Angels.
  • Groups can enjoy access to select venues; explore holiday vignettes; and take fun holiday photos.
  • Proceeds from all holiday activities will help fulfill wishes at GKTW.

Wisconsin Wastewater Plant Specifies PENETRON ADMIX to Protect Concrete from Sulfates and Corrosion

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Tuesday, September 26, 2023
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EAST SETAUKET, N.Y., Sept. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Completed in September 2023, the extensive upgrade and expansion of the Town of Sullivan Sanitary District No. 1 wastewater treatment plant in Sullivan, WI, now provides the region expanded treatment capacity that also meets new environmental regulations. PENETRON ADMIX SB was specified as a permanent waterproofing solution to protect key concrete structures from the aggressive wastewater environment.

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  • PENETRON ADMIX SB was specified as a permanent waterproofing solution to protect key concrete structures from the aggressive wastewater environment.
  • 1 wastewater treatment plant in Sullivan, WI, now provides the region expanded treatment capacity that also meets new environmental regulations.
  • PENETRON ADMIX SB was specified as a permanent waterproofing solution to protect key concrete structures from the aggressive wastewater environment.
  • Dodge Concrete, the ready-mix concrete supplier, recommended PENETRON ADMIX SB, which was approved by Town & Country Engineering, the project's engineering firm.

The Village of Farmingdale Benefits from the 3M and DuPont, Chemours and Corteva Landmark Settlements in the AFFF MDL

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Thursday, September 14, 2023
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The Village of Farmingdale is pleased to announce its satisfaction with the groundbreaking settlements reached in the Aqueous Film-Forming Foam (AFFF) Multi-District Litigation (MDL) involving 3M, DuPont, Chemours, and Corteva.

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  • The Village of Farmingdale is pleased to announce its satisfaction with the groundbreaking settlements reached in the Aqueous Film-Forming Foam (AFFF) Multi-District Litigation (MDL) involving 3M, DuPont, Chemours, and Corteva.
  • As per the Estimated Allocation Range Tables provided by the PFAS Settlement Steering Committee, the Village of Farmingdale anticipates receiving substantial compensation from these settlements.
  • Initial settlement amounts are anticipated to provide the Village of Farmingdale of up to $5,000,000.00 from DuPont, Chemours and Corteva and 3M.
  • Notably, there are 15 defendants remaining in additional litigation and the Village is working to secure additional settlements from those defendants.

Village Farms International Announces Transition of Pure Sunfarms’ Leadership

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Tuesday, August 22, 2023
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VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Aug. 22, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Village Farms International, Inc. (“Village Farms” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: VFF) today announced the appointment of Orville Bovenschen as President of Pure Sunfarms, effective immediately. Mandesh Dosanjh has stepped down from his role at Pure Sunfarms and will move into a strategic advisory position for a transitional 90-day period.

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  • VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Aug. 22, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Village Farms International, Inc. (“Village Farms” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: VFF) today announced the appointment of Orville Bovenschen as President of Pure Sunfarms, effective immediately.
  • Mr. Bovenschen joined Village Farms as Vice President of European Business Development and Operations and was later named Chief Operating Officer of Pure Sunfarms, returning to the Village Farms’ facility he originally helped design, repurpose and commission for cannabis operations.
  • Prior to joining Village Farms, he served as Chief Operating Officer (among other executive roles) of its previous joint venture partner for Pure Sunfarms.
  • Mr. Bovenschen will report directly to Michael DeGiglio, Chief Executive Officer of Village Farms.

Eastern Bank Provides Financing For LeClair Village Apartments, An Affordable Housing Development On Cape Cod

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Wednesday, August 16, 2023
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Eastern Bank is pleased to announce its financing for the development of the LeClair Village Apartments, in Mashpee, MA.

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  • Eastern Bank is pleased to announce its financing for the development of the LeClair Village Apartments, in Mashpee, MA.
  • LeClair Village Apartments is under development through a collaboration between Housing Assistance Corporation and Preservation of Affordable Housing, Inc. (POAH), with POAH serving as lead developer.
  • Both organizations were recently recognized by Eastern Bank Foundation as 2023 Community Advocacy Award honorees for their leadership in affordable housing on the Cape.
  • Eastern Bank is proud to work with Preservation of Affordable Housing and Housing Assistance Corporation, and we look forward to seeing this project’s advancement of opportunity for households in the Cape Cod region.”
    Eastern provides a range of community development financing offerings to fund the development of affordable housing and support the credit needs of non-profits.

Give Kids The World Village Offers Chance to Win a Magical Celebration Vacation Package To Help Grant Wishes for Critically Ill Children

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Wednesday, August 16, 2023
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ET, Disney fans can visit www.gktw.org/castlepress to enter for the chance to be treated like royalty during this unique fairy tale experience.

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  • ET, Disney fans can visit www.gktw.org/castlepress to enter for the chance to be treated like royalty during this unique fairy tale experience.
  • Prize package recipients are not the only ones who will come away with cherished memories for a lifetime.
  • "We are grateful to our wonderful friends at Walt Disney World Resort for their tremendous generosity," said Give Kids The World President & CEO Pamela Landwirth.
  • To view the rules and enter the chance to win, visit https://www.gktw.org/castlerules/ .

ComEd, Metropolitan Mayors Caucus Award Grants to 21 Communities to Advance EV Adoption, Public Safety Initiatives

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Tuesday, July 11, 2023
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To accelerate the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) and other clean energy technologies and to support local public safety initiatives ComEd and the Metropolitan Mayors Caucus (MMC) today announced the 21 winners of the 2023 Powering Safe Communities grant program.

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  • To accelerate the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) and other clean energy technologies and to support local public safety initiatives ComEd and the Metropolitan Mayors Caucus (MMC) today announced the 21 winners of the 2023 Powering Safe Communities grant program.
  • The grants, totaling $169,500, will help support a variety of projects in communities across northern Illinois.
  • “The Metropolitan Mayors Caucus is thrilled to once again partner with ComEd to provide funding that helps create safe communities while simultaneously preparing our region with the infrastructure necessary for an electrified future,” said Neil James, Executive Director at Metropolitan Mayors Caucus.
  • The grant will also enable the city to purchase an EV to support public safety efforts at outdoor community events.

Govee Collaborates with Give Kids The World Village to Bring Light Fun for National Children's Day

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Monday, June 12, 2023
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Govee has donated a variety of smart lights including LED strip lights, smart bulbs, and other light decorations.

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  • Govee has donated a variety of smart lights including LED strip lights, smart bulbs, and other light decorations.
  • "Govee has always been committed to bringing more fun and convenience to people's lives through our smart home and light innovations," said Govee CEO Eric Wu.
  • "We are delighted to be able to collaborate with Give Kids The World Village to bring some extra joy to these children during particularly challenging times.
  • For more information about Give Kids The World, please visit gktw.org .

Discover the Wonderland of Anime at "Arisu"

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Sunday, June 11, 2023
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MYSTIC, Conn., June 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Prepare to immerse yourself in the vibrant world of Japanese culture as Mystic, CT gets ready to welcome a captivating new store. Owned and curated by retail visionary Ellie Greenberg, this highly anticipated establishment is set to be a haven for all enthusiasts of anime, manga, and the kawaii lifestyle. Opening its doors on the July 4th weekend, this unique store promises an unparalleled Japanese pop culture experience.

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  • Owned and curated by retail visionary Ellie Greenberg, this highly anticipated establishment is set to be a haven for all enthusiasts of anime, manga, and the kawaii lifestyle.
  • From classics to the latest releases, visitors will find a comprehensive range of anime.
  • Elevating the ambiance of Arisu are giant anime statues, captivating visitors with their stunning craftsmanship and larger-than-life presence.
  • Be among the first to explore this wonderland of anime and manga where the world of Japanese pop culture awaits.