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Yahoo
15-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Saybrus Partners links with SterlingBridge Insurance Agency
Saybrus Partners, an affiliate of AmeriLife, has partnered with SterlingBridge Insurance Agency to expand its reach and distribution capabilities in the US. The collaboration combines Saybrus Partners' wholesaling and sales support model, with SterlingBridge's expertise in back-office operations and distribution networks that serve both institutional and independent channels. The terms of the agreement have not been disclosed. SterlingBridge CEO and owner Brian Carroll said: 'The opportunity to collaborate with Saybrus Partners and AmeriLife represents a significant step forward for SterlingBridge Insurance Agency. 'We are excited about the growth potential and the strategic opportunities this partnership will bring.' The partnership is expected to contribute to the growth and diversification of the AmeriLife Wealth Group. Saybrus Partners, affiliated with AmeriLife, provides life insurance and annuity solutions, including protection, retirement, estate, and business planning. AmeriLife itself is a developer and distributor of life and health insurance, annuities, and retirement planning solutions in the US. Saybrus Partners managing principal Ed Cassidy stated: 'We are thrilled to welcome SterlingBridge Insurance Agency to the Saybrus Partners family. This partnership aligns with our commitment to institutional and independent insurance distribution and underscores our dedication to growth and excellence.' SterlingBridge, known for its digital brokerage general agency services, has a 35-year history in the life and health insurance industry. The company targets institutional clients, business-to-business markets, and direct-to-consumer segments. "Saybrus Partners links with SterlingBridge Insurance Agency " was originally created and published by Life Insurance International, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site. Sign in to access your portfolio
Yahoo
06-07-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Windows down, air on: How to keep your pets safe in vehicles this summer
The summer weather is coming in hot this season and it's important to remember the safety of all our loved ones during this time, including our four-legged friends. Every year, dozens of pets die or receive heat-related injuries from being left or forgotten in sweltering hot vehicles during summer months, according to PETA. Animal safety is especially important during the hotter seasons because they do not cool down the way we do as humans. Dogs and cats pant, rather than sweat, to cool themselves off, meaning their organ systems can get overwhelmed very quickly according to the ASPCA (American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals) 'Cats and dogs are not able to perspire like humans are,' said Brian Carroll, community outreach manager for the Erie Humane Society. 'In order for them to cool down they have to be able to have water or be able to pant and get to cooler air.' Additionally, heat inside the vehicle can rise much faster in temperature and will be significantly hotter than outside of the vehicle. In fact, vehicles can become 20 degrees hotter in just a few minutes. 'Even if you run in the store for 10 minutes, the temperature inside your vehicle can raise rapidly and be over 100 degrees in no time — even if it's 65 to 70 degrees and sunny,' says Carroll. 'The warmer it gets the quicker that it heats up.' Millcreek Township Animal Enforcement Officer William Sandstrom says the department gets on average about three to five calls a week regarding animals left behind in vehicles during the summer months. In the state of Pennsylvania, the Motor Vehicle Extreme Heat Protection Act, also known as, the 'Hot Car Bill,' signed into effect by Gov. Tom Wolf in 2018, states that law enforcement officers and other public safety professionals have the authority to immediately remove a dog or cat from a vehicle if they have a reasonable belief the animal is in imminent danger. With the use of a digital laser thermometer, Officer Sandstrom is able to take a reading of the temperature of the inside of the vehicle to assess the imminence of the situation for the animals inside. Always recorded on a body camera, this may become relevant if the situation makes it to court. Barks and Brews: Brewery offers space and partnership to new dog park business in downtown Erie The "Hot Car Bill" does not necessarily give citizens the authority to immediately enter in these scenarios. Both public safety officials and bystanders have a set of procedures they must follow before considering entering the vehicle. 'You have to make a good faith effort to locate the owner of said animal in the hot car,' said Sandstrom. Only law enforcement officers and public safety officials are explicitly covered under this act, legally allowing them to enter the vehicle and assist any animal in distress protecting them from any liability. The officer or public safety official must also leave behind a note on or in the motor vehicle stating why the entry was made, the name of the person and their employer, a telephone number and where the owner can go to pick up their pet, if possible. If you see an animal in a hot car showing signs of distress or a possible heat-related injury, first, take note of the make and model of the vehicle, then enter any nearby businesses to locate the owner. If you are unable to find the owner of the vehicle, contact the local authorities or call 911. Although it is best to wait for emergency personnel, in dire situations, after taking the proper precautions, bystanders may take the necessary steps to remove the dog or cat from the vehicle, following the same procedure as an officer or public safety official, leaving a note with the proper information. Immediately get the animal to a cool place, with access to water and take it to a nearby vet for further direction. Officer Sandstrom warns about entering vehicles as a bystander, stating some animals may become violent with unknown persons entering the vehicle. 'You could have an aggressive animal inside that vehicle, so you have to have the upmost caution,' Sandstrom warns. More: Erie police officer, police dog escape serious injury in May 31 crash on city's east side Pet owners who are accused and found guilty of intentional negligence may be sentenced to imprisonment, have to pay a hefty fine or both, according to Pa. state law. Both animal and public safety professionals recommend leaving your animals at home, especially if they do not have to come along with you on your outing. 'We always ask that if you can leave your animal at home, it is best to leave them at home,' Carroll said. When you must bring along your four-legged friend, make sure to park in a shady area, crack a window, keep the car running with the air conditioning on, and make sure that your pet has access to water while you are briefly away from your vehicle. Contact Ammiela Agayev at aagayev@ This article originally appeared on Erie Times-News: Erie PA authorities encourage owners to leave pets at home during heat
The 42
29-06-2025
- Sport
- The 42
Tyrone v Kerry and Donegal v Meath in All-Ireland SFC semi-finals
THE DRAW HAS been made for the All-Ireland senior football championship semi-finals. Tyrone and Kerry will face off, with Donegal and Meath also going head-to-head for a place in the final. Advertisement The games will take place on Saturday 12 and Sunday 13 July at Croke Park, with fixture details to follow tomorrow afternoon. The draw was made live on RTÉ 2 by GAA President Jarlath Burns and CCCC Chairperson Brian Carroll, after a blockbuster weekend of quarter-final action at GAA HQ. Kerry dethroned champions Armagh this evening, running out 0-32 to 1-21 winners. Meath beat Galway by the minimum earlier, 2-16 to 2-15. Yesterday, Tyrone defeated Dublin (0-23 to 0-16) and Donegal overcame Monaghan (1-26 to 1-20). Full coverage of all four games is available to read on The 42. 2025 All-Ireland SFC semi-finals Tyrone v Kerry Donegal v Meath ****
Irish Examiner
17-06-2025
- Sport
- Irish Examiner
Jarlath Burns defends GAA's fixtures body in wake of Donegal criticism
GAA president Jarlath Burns has defended the association's national fixtures body days after criticism from Donegal manager Jim McGuinness. Following Sunday's win over Mayo, the Ulster SFC-winning boss was furious about the decision of the Central Competitions Control Committee to stage that All-Ireland SFC final round group game in Roscommon town's King & Moffatt Dr Hyde Park. Believing that it was arranged for a venue further away from Donegal than Mayo 'because it's us', McGuinness said: 'We don't believe we should have been here. We think it was very unfair to bring us here. "It was the equivalent of bringing Mayo to Omagh and we also put in an email to the CCCC say we couldn't get a hotel in the area so we had to stay in Athlone.' Speaking on Monday, CCCC chairman Brian Carroll explained that Markievicz Park in Sligo would have been the preferred venue if it wasn't unavailable due to pitch reconstruction. In his address to launch the All-Ireland senior football championship in Croke Park on Tuesday, Burns paid tribute to the work done by the CCCC. Referring to the Tailteann Cup draw he assisted in on RTÉ Radio One's 'Morning Ireland' last Monday week, Burns said: 'I was on the way back in the car with Bernard Smith (GAA's games administration manager), who was with me and he took seven phone calls from counties asking for clarification on this, asking for a favour there, asking that they could play at a particular time, something that would have been on in their county, and I think every one of those requests was met. 'And whenever fixtures are being made, there are so, so many things that they have to take into consideration, particularly with regard to neutral venues. I think they do an incredible job. I think they are amazing people and I just thought that it was important to put on record my appreciation and thanks for the work that they do in very complex circumstances.' Addressing the media in attendance at the event, Burns said the full-time members of the CCCC including GAA director of club, player and games administration Feargal McGill and Smith as well as volunteer chairman Carroll are happy to explain the reasoning behind their decisions. 'Fergal and Bernard and Brian Carroll are also on the end of a phone if anybody ever wants to ring them up and ask them for clarification as are our communications department, and you will always get a good reason as to why decisions are taken. 'But you guys know our CCCC and you know further and you know better and you know how hard they work to ensure that everything is done to the best of the ability to ensure safety and to ensure that there's no bias and to do the best that they can for all of our teams.' Meanwhile, the GAA have reported a 21% year-on-year rise in attendances for this year's All-Ireland senior football round games. In one of the best championship in recent times, crowds have been flocking to games being played under the new rules. Last year, there was a 10% decline in attendances across football and hurling. This past weekend, it was revealed to Central Council that attendances in this year's Allianz Football League had recorded a 24% increase in gate receipts, up over €1.5million to in excess of €8m.
Irish Independent
16-06-2025
- Sport
- Irish Independent
GAA fixtures chief responds to Jim McGuinness' stinging criticism of Roscommon venue for Mayo v Donegal clash
GAA fixtures chief Brian Carroll has staunchly defended the decision to fix yesterday's All-Ireland SFC group showdown between Donegal and Mayo for 'neutral' Roscommon.
