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Local first responders encourage safe practices for Safe Boating Week

WEST BEND — The National Safe Boating Council (NSBC) has declared May 17-23 as National Safe Boating Week, and local first responders are doing their part to help people enjoy the warm weather out on the water in the safest way possible. According to the …

National campaign promotes safe summer boating along the Gulf Coast

National Safe Boating Week, May 17-23, emphasizes boating safety along Bay County's coast. FWC officials demonstrated best practices and highlighted the importance of safety gear and navigational rules. Boaters are encouraged to obtain a boater safety …

Sumter, Manning mayors recognize National Safe Boating Week with signings

SUBMITTED Sumter Mayor David Merchant and Manning Mayor Julia A. Nelson announced their support of National Safe Boating Week by signing proclamations supporting the goals and messages of this event. For more than 100 million Americans, boating continues …

North Iowa Outdoors: Safety First When Boating This Weekend

Home/Local News/North Iowa Outdoors: Safety First When Boating This Weekend The warmer weather is inspiring many Iowa boaters to hit the state’s lakes and rivers. Iowa Department of Natural Resources conservation officer Nate Carr says before …

Temporary boating restrictions lifted at Conneaut Lake

CONNEAUT LAKE — The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission has lifted the temporary boating restrictions on Conneaut Lake. The agency announced the news on its Facebook page Thursday. × Javascript is required for you to be able to read premium content. …

Alabama Law Enforcement Agency launches safety initiative for summer boating season

TUSCALOOSA, Ala. — As summer approaches, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency is launching a statewide initiative to enhance safety on the waterways. The campaign aims to educate boaters and motorists about common mistakes made on the water, particularly as …

National Safe Boating Week: Time for safety refreshers, equipment checks

DAVENPORT, Iowa (KWQC) -With the summer months fast approaching and a plethora of opportunities for Quad Citians to hit the water, officials are reminding boaters via an annual national campaign to take precautions. Safe Boating Campaign’s National Safe …

National Boating Safety Week kicks off Saturday

Summer fun in the sun is only a good time when no one gets hurt, so state and local officials will kick off National Safe Boating Week on Saturday with a safety awareness effort aimed at everyone on the water, from experienced boaters to newbies. Safety …

Alberta launches impaired boating pilot program as safety becomes paramount over long weekend

In that same timeframe, drownings amongst those aged 5-14 spiked 42 per cent. Meantime, the Government of Alberta says a new pilot program is ongoing which will tackle impaired boating. The pilot is managed by Alberta Fish and Wildlife Enforcement Services …

Emerald Isle Coast Guard urges safety as National Safe Boating Week begins

As National Safe Boating Week kicks off, the U.S. Coast Guard is emphasizing the importance of safety measures for boaters ahead of the busy summer season. Chief Petty Officer Ken MacDougall from the U.S. Coast Guard Station in Emerald Isle highlighted the …

Brightlingsea boating lake reopening delayed due to 'unsatisfactory' water quality

Residents will now have to wait to use the boating lake which has been closed since before the pandemic, after the water was found to be "harmful if ingested". It was planned to re-open earlier this month and preparations were being made, but …

Now, Navi Mumbaikars will soon be able to enjoy boating at Koparkhairane Pond

Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation (NMMC) is planning to start recreational activities like boating in the holding pond at Sector 19 in Koparkhairane. Navi Mumbai civic body commissioner Dr. Kailash Shinde proposed that such facilities can increase public …

Boating safety tips for a fun Memorial Day at Florence Harbor

Boating safety reminders ahead of Memorial Day

ALEA patrols Florence waters for safe Memorial Day boating

FLORENCE, Ala. - Memorial Day weekend marks the start of the summer boating season. Law enforcement is prioritizing safety as boaters take to the water for the upcoming months. Chad Dyer, a corporal with the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency's (ALEA) …

St. Landry Parish boating restrictions lifted

Effective immediately, the no wake zone and boating restrictions previously issued for St. Landry Parish waterways have been lifted. According to a post on the parish Facebook page, the executive order that temporarily restricted recreational boating and …

National Safe Boating Week - BUI

U.S. Coast Guard Petty Officer 2nd Class Gage Downer, a boatswain's mate at Coast Guard Station Erie, discusses the importance of boating under the influence during National Safe Boating Week in Erie, Pennsylvania, May 8, 2025. National Safe Boating …

National Safe Boating Week - ECOS

U.S. Coast Guard Petty Officer 2nd Class Ashlyn Schmidt, a boatswain's mate at Coast Guard Station Marblehead, discusses the importance of engine cut-off switches during National Safe Boating Week in Marblehead, Ohio, May 6, 2025. National Safe Boating …

National Safe Boating Week - Wear a Life Jacket

U.S. Coast Guard Petty Officer 1st Class Emma Redimarker, a boatswain's mate at Coast Guard Station Belle Isle, discusses the importance of life jackets during National Safe Boating Week in Detroit, Michigan, April 29, 2025. National Safe Boating Week …

Thousands of Small Businesses Face Potential Tax Refund Loss Under New U.S. Congressional Tax Bill

Tax Advocacy Group Prepares to Engage U.S. Congress on Behalf of Small & Mid Sized Companies (SME's) WASHINGTON, DC, DC, UNITED STATES, May 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A controversial provision in the U.S. Congressional "Big …

Artist Michelle-Marie Heinemann to Donate Monumental 'Flower Tree' Sculpture to New College of Florida Class of 2025

Ribbon-Cutting and Sculpture Reveal to Take Place May 22 at New College Foundation’s Keating Center in Sarasota SARASOTA, FL, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Internationally celebrated artist and sculptor Michelle-Marie Heinemann will …

San Francisco Offers Free Hot Water Heaters to Advance Clean Energy

SACRAMENTO, CA, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- San Francisco continues to lead the charge in the fight against climate change with its innovative new program aimed at eliminating gas-powered appliances and transitioning …

Bay Area Moves Toward a Greener Future: Gas Water Heaters to Be Phased Out

SACRAMENTO, CA, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Bay Area Air Quality Management District (BAAQMD) has announced a pioneering regulation to prohibit the sale and installation of gas water heaters in the Bay Area starting in …

Initiative Proposes Michelangelo Masterpiece as a Gift to Pope Leo XIV

An international group seeks to present a newly discovered Michelangelo sculpture to Pope Leo XIV, symbolizing cultural ties between Italy and the US. FRANKFURT, GERMANY, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A group of European art enthusiasts has …

The Partnership to End HIV, STDs, and Hepatitis Urges Congress to Reject Medicaid Cuts and Misguided Work Requirements

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Partnership to End HIV, STDs, and Hepatitis —a coalition including NMAC, The AIDS Institute, National Coalition of STD Directors, NASTAD (National Alliance of State and …

STUDIO SALE OF AFRICAN AMERICAN ARTIST VINCENT SMITH

May 27th at 12pm EST. LARCHMONT, NY, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Vincent D. Smith (1929 - 2003) is distinctive for his adept utilization of mixed media, striking colors, and references to the rich visual culture of the …

Comer Announces the Oversight Committee Will Continue Investigating the Cover-Up of Biden’s Mental Decline & Use of ...

WASHINGTON—House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform Committee Chairman James Comer (R-Ky.) today announced the panel will continue its investigation into the cover-up of President Biden’s mental decline and use of autopen. Last Congress, Chairman …

FLEOA Members Rally to Support Law Enforcement Legislation and Defend Pay and Benefits During National Police Week

WASHINGTON, CT, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Members of the Federal Law Enforcement Officers Association (FLEOA) gathered in the nation’s capital during National Police Week to honor our fallen brothers and sisters and their …

Jeff Wenninger Launches New Website to Foster Dialogue on Law Enforcement Accountability and Reform

CLEVELAND, OH, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Jeff Wenninger, retired LAPD Lieutenant, author, speaker, and CEO of Law Enforcement Consultants, LLC, is excited to announce the launch of his newly designed website, jeffwenninger …

Grand Jury Indicts 11 More Individuals for Involvement with Online Groups Dedicated to Monkey Torture and Mutilation

An indictment was unsealed today charging 11 defendants from across the United States for their alleged involvement with online groups dedicated to creating and distributing videos depicting acts of extreme violence and sexual abuse against monkeys. The …

Mexican National and Alleged Alien Smuggler Indicted on First Material Support of Terrorism Charges Against CJNG Member

Note: See second superseding indictment here. An indictment unsealed today in the Western District of Texas is the first in the nation to charge a Mexican national with providing material support to a designated foreign terrorist organization based on her …

Alabama Man Sentenced to 14 Months in Connection with Securities and Exchange Commission X Hack that Spiked Bitcoin ...

WASHINGTON – An Alabama man was sentenced today to 14 months in prison and three years of supervised release for his role in the unauthorized takeover of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) social media account on X, formerly known as …

Department of Justice Announces Settlement of Litigation Between the Federal Government and Rare Breed Triggers

Today, in accordance with President Trump’s Executive Order Protecting Second Amendment Rights, as well as the Attorney General’s Second Amendment Enforcement Task Force, the Department of Justice announced the settlement of litigation between the federal …

Comer Announces Full Committee Markup of Regulatory Relief Legislation on May 21

WASHINGTON–Today, House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform Chairman James Comer (R-Ky.) announced a markup will take place on Wednesday, May 21 at 10:00 am ET to consider a series of legislation to rein in regulatory overreach by the …

E-2 Visa Applicants on New Interview Challenges at U.S. Embassy in London

Recent procedural shifts at the US London Embassy have made the process more demanding and unpredictable, LONDON, LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Global Immigration Partners (Washington, D.C.) Advises E-2 Visa …

Mayor Wu Announces Expansion of Free Swim Lessons for Youth; Recognizes International Water Safety Day on May 15

City highlights free swim lessons, lifeguard staffing, and water safety awareness in Boston Mayor Michelle Wu, the Office of Human Services (OHS), and Boston Centers for Youth & Families (BCYF) marked yesterday’s International Water Safety Day with the …

May 16 Traffic Advisory

Events happening in the City of Boston will bring some parking restrictions and street closures.  People attending these events are encouraged to walk, bike, or take public transit. Information on Bluebikes, the regional bike share service, may be found on …

Rose Bowl Aquatics Center and The City of Pasadena Make a Splash for Water Safety

RBAC Launches Inaugural “Treading for Water Safety” Campaign and Kicks Off 35th Anniversary on International Water Safety Day PASADENA, CA, UNITED STATES, May 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a powerful show of unity and action, the Rose Bowl …

Two California Businesses and Their Owners Resolve Allegations They Misrepresented Businesses’ Size to Obtain Paycheck ...

JEV&B Services LLC and D4 Inc., two entities with their principal places of business in California, and their owners — William Nelson and Vicki Rollins — have agreed to pay $153,598.90 to resolve allegations that they violated the False Claims Act by …