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Rhyl Journal
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Rhyl Journal
Jules Peters pays tribute to 'legend' Ozzy Osbourne
In 2018, Osbourne lent his support to Jules and Mike Peters' Love Hope Strength (LHS) Foundation, inviting the team to join his tour to help add more people to the stem cell donor registry Jules said: "Love Hope Strength has had some incredible supporters through the years, and continues to do so, some of whom have been very well known. All of whom have played an important role in helping fulfil LHS' mission to save lives one concert at a time. "We were so grateful when Ozzy Osbourne lent his voice to the Love Hope Strength Foundation back in 2018 and invited LHS to get folk on the list during his tour. He was kind, considerate gentleman as well as being a truly incredible rock star. "Despite being known as the Prince of Darkness, Ozzy brought a lot of light to people affected by blood cancer by helping people to become potential stem cell donors on his tour. "Sending love, hope and strength to Ozzy's family, friends and all who loved him and his music at this sad time." Music superstar Osbourne died at the age of 76 on July 22, just weeks after a Black Sabbath reunion concert held in his home city of Birmingham. RELATED STORIES Mike Peter's son to take to the stage at Lytham Festival PICTURES: Thousands attend funeral of Mike Peters in Dyserth RECAP: Final farewell to The Alarm's Mike Peters The singer, who had been diagnosed with Parkinson's disease in 2019, was 'with his family and surrounded by love'. A statement said: 'It is with more sadness than mere words can convey that we have to report that our beloved Ozzy Osbourne has passed away this morning. He was with his family and surrounded by love. We ask everyone to respect our family privacy at this time.' Earlier this month, Osbourne bid a farewell to fans with a Black Sabbath reunion, telling thousands of heavy metal enthusiasts at Villa Park, Birmingham – a stone's throw from where Black Sabbath was formed in 1968 – that it was 'so good to be on this stage' as he performed his last set from a large black throne. Osbourne and his fellow original Black Sabbath members – Tony Iommi, Terence 'Geezer' Butler and Bill Ward – were the last to appear on stage as part of the star-studded line-up for the Back to the Beginning concert. Rock star Mike, frontman of Welsh rock band The Alarm, died from blood cancer on April 29 aged 66 - more than 30 years after he was first diagnosed with chronic lymphocytic leukaemia (CLL) at the age of 36 The Love Hope Strength Foundations operate in the USA, UK and Australia. The foundation aims to "help save and change lives one concert, one step, one helping hand at a time" through partnering with cancer care specialists across the globe, and offering support to families affected by cancer. A key part of LHS's activities is to encourage people between the ages of 17 and 55 to register as blood stem cell donors.
The Hindu
10-07-2025
- The Hindu
Ashwini Vaishnaw reviews safety issues at level crossings after Tamil Nadu's Cuddalore accident
A day after the tragic incident of a passenger train colliding with a school van at a level crossing in Tamil Nadu's Cuddalore district, which killed three children, Union Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw reviewed railway safety matters on July 9 and issued directions for the provision of CCTV systems at all level crossings, officials said. 'It has been directed that CCTV systems should be provided at all the level crossing (LC) gates, along with the necessary recording systems. The power supply for the CCTV should also be made available at the LC gate. The power supply can be based on solar panels, battery backup, UPS etc., in addition to a commercial supply. This activity is to be completed in mission mode,' a senior railway official who attended the review said. Officials said that a 15-day safety inspection drive on the LC gates in block sections has also been launched. At present, there are level crossings where interlocking systems are not available, in which case, at times, after the green signal is given to the train, it may start moving without the gate being closed. 'Fast-tracking interlocking of LC gates in mission mode is to be undertaken,' the official added. A Train Vehicle Unit (TVU) is a measure used in railway operations, specifically at level crossings, to assess the traffic density and prioritise safety measures. It is calculated by multiplying the number of train units by the number of road vehicle units passing through a level crossing within a 24-hour period. In the review meeting, it was decided to lower the TVU threshold for interlocking operations from 20,000 to 10,000, officials said. TVU is used to evaluate the risk level at level crossings and helps in deciding whether to eliminate, merge or man the crossings. It is also an important threshold to understand the need for building Road Over Bridges (ROB) or Road Under Bridges (RUB) to eliminate the risks of accidents. Editorial | Death by negligence: On the railway gate accident in Cuddalore Officials said that Railway PSUs may be involved in interlocking works and construction, and that all gates above 10,000 TVU will be interlocked irrespective of ROBs, RUBs or Limited Height Subway (LHS) plans. Further, for non-interlocked gates, daily random checks of voice recordings will be conducted at least twice per day from each division by Divisional Railway Managers (DRMs) using Voice Logger Systems. Instructions were also issued in the review meeting to standardise speed breakers and warning boards at all LC gates, accelerate construction of LHS/RUB/ROB to eliminate LC gates and prepare a list of conflict-prone gates (where public pressures or manhandling happens) where Railway Protection Force or Home Guard deployment is to be ensured. According to 2024 Railway data, there are 17,083 manned level crossings, which are non-interlocking gates and require a person to open and shut gates when a train passes through.
News18
10-07-2025
- News18
CCTV, Speed Breakers, Audits: Railways Tightens Safety Norms At Crossings After Tamil Nadu Tragedy
To support gatekeepers facing pressure from the public at high-conflict crossings, Railway Protection Force (RPF) and Home Guard personnel will be deployed strategically. In response to the tragic train-van collision in Tamil Nadu's Cuddalore district that claimed the lives of three schoolchildren and injured six others, the Indian Railways has announced a comprehensive set of safety measures aimed at enhancing vigilance and accountability at railway-level crossings nationwide. The new directives include the installation of CCTV cameras with solar-powered backups at all Level Crossing (LC) gates to enable real-time monitoring and evidence collection. In a significant policy shift, the interlocking threshold—which allows automated gate operation—will be reduced from 20,000 to 10,000 Train Vehicle Units (TVU), ensuring more gates function with automated safety systems, especially at high-speed train routes. Additionally, the Railways will randomly audit voice recordings from at least two non-interlocked gates per division every day to monitor protocol adherence. Speed breakers and warning signage at LC gates will be redesigned for improved visibility and compliance. To support gatekeepers facing pressure from the public at high-conflict crossings, Railway Protection Force (RPF) and Home Guard personnel will be deployed strategically. The ministry also announced an accelerated plan for constructing Road Over Bridges (ROBs), Road Under Bridges (RUBs), and Limited Height Subways (LHS) to eliminate vulnerable level crossings where possible. The measures reflect a heightened push to ensure that tragedies like the Cuddalore incident are not repeated and that railway crossings—often sites of preventable accidents—are made significantly safer. view comments First Published: July 10, 2025, 08:34 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Yahoo
05-06-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Gary Atkinson Imagine Scholarship Fund Announces 2025 Recipients and Expands to Include Trade School Scholarship
LEDYARD, Conn., June 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- At tonight's Ledyard High School Awards Night, the Gary Atkinson Imagine Scholarship Fund (GAISF) proudly announced its 2025 scholarship recipients: Josephine Withbroe and Jordan Yeung. In a major milestone for the Fund, which has now raised over $60,000, GAISF has expanded its awards to include a new scholarship designated for a graduating senior pursuing a career in the trades. The newly established trade school award reflects the Fund's founding principle: to honor the legacy of 1973 LHS graduate Gary Atkinson by recognizing students who demonstrate "strong character, leadership, and community-mindedness"—values that Gary embodied throughout his life as a humanitarian, student leader, and Eagle Scout. Board Chairperson Tom Wagner and Board Member James Neil, both LHS Class of '73 and classmates of Gary, presented the awards. Speaking from the stage where they once graduated, they reflected on Gary's enduring influence: "Fifty-plus years ago, I stood on this stage and introduced our Valedictorian, William Garretson Atkinson III. Gary was a leader who led by example—a humanitarian, scholar, and student council president. He sought to make a difference, and in remembering him, so do we." "The Imagine Scholarship has always honored LHS grads who embody Gary's humanitarian values. This year, we recognize that such values flourish not only in future college students, but also in those who choose the trades." 2025 GAISF Award Recipients Josephine Withbroe, a standout scholar-athlete, exemplifies leadership both in and out of the classroom. Ranked 17th in her class with a 4.65 GPA, she balanced advanced academics with high achievement in cross country and track—competing at Nike Rising Star Nationals and helping her team win a historic ECC title. Her contributions also extend to the National Art Honor Society, National Honor Society, and local community service efforts, including a clothing drive she organized for Gallup Hill Congregational Church. Jordan Yeung is the first recipient of GAISF's new trade school award. A dedicated member of LHS's acclaimed music and theater programs, Jordan is praised by his teachers and peers as a natural leader and community-builder. A four-year choral participant and lead actor in school productions, Jordan plans to follow in his father's footsteps by becoming a lineworker. He will enroll in the Eversource Lineworker Program through Capital Community College with the goal of joining the Eversource apprenticeship program. "To put it simply," wrote LHS Choral Director Melanie Cometa, "Jordan makes everything better." The Gary Atkinson Imagine Scholarship Fund continues to invite community support to sustain and grow its mission. For more information or to donate, visit About the Gary Atkinson Imagine Scholarship Fund Founded in memory of Ledyard High School alumnus Gary Atkinson, who was tragically killed in the 1988 Lockerbie bombing (Pan Am 103), the Gary Atkinson Imagine Scholarship Fund honors Gary's legacy by supporting graduating LHS seniors who exemplify his humanitarian spirit. The Fund has raised over $60,000 to date and is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in Connecticut. Contact: John Dunham, President Gary Atkinson Imagine Scholarship Fund Phone: (415) 412-7770 Email: 396245@ Website: View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Gary Atkinson Imagine Scholarship Fund Sign in to access your portfolio
Yahoo
04-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Lewis Cass set to offer Indiana College Core credits through IUK
Lewis Cass High School will partner with IUK beginning this fall to offer Indiana College Core classes for college credit. The Indiana College Core consists of 30 credit hours of general education, college-level coursework that is guaranteed to transfer to public colleges and universities in Indiana. The program allows for students to work toward college credits while finishing up high school. Logansport High School, Pioneer Junior/Senior High School and Caston High School offer similar courses via Ivy Tech. In May, 82 LHS seniors graduated from Ivy Tech before their high school graduation after successfully completing the Indiana College Core credits. Twenty-four for those students did extra work to earn an associate degree. Lewis Cass counselor Heather Adams hopes that an associate degree will be available for students who enter the IUK program but the school is taking it one step at a time. 'Getting those 30 credit hours out of the way is huge and gives students a good start (in college) right off the bat,' she said. Adams said that Lewis Cass was already offering many dual credit classes in partnership with IU-Bloomington so when it came time to launch Indiana College Core credits it made sense to work with IUK. 'I think, too, that it is a good thing for the kids if they want to get their core classes out of the way for college while they are still in high school to save some money,' said counsellor Joyce Bangel. 'That's also beneficial for the kids.' Starting an Indiana College Core program had been a goal for some time. Adams said she waited for a few months for new superintendent Chris Daughtry to get acclimated to his job before approaching him about the program. Adams said that the ICC will most likely benefit students who are starting their junior year of high school. Due to the workload and the lack of time to plan, it would be difficult for the Class of 2026 to complete the goals. '(Classes) are going to be rigorous so they are going to be better prepared in the long run for college,' she said. 'These are college level courses and the ones they do online are taught by college professors. I do think it gives them a step up in that way. I think the rigor won't be as overwhelming when they do get to college.' Bangel added it also gives students some extra time in college if they want to pursue a double major. 'It's a labor of love but we are really excited about it,' said Adams. Those who would like to learn more about the Indiana College Core can visit Students may also reach out to their school counsellors with questions. Adams works with students with last names from A-K and Bangel with students with last names from L-Z. A pioneer at Pioneer While 82 LHS students were getting their Ivy Tech Indiana College Core certificates on May 9, Makenna Strycker was the lone Pioneer Junior/ Senior High School student in line who completed the ICC. Pioneer principal Jeff Brooke said after the ceremony that he believed Strycker was the first student at the school to take advantage of the Ivy Tech partnership. For Strycker, completing the Indiana College Core was about being as efficient with her time as possible when looking ahead to college. She will attend Wittenburg University in Ohio to study law and continue her basketball career. Strycker learned about the opportunity when she received an email about Ivy Tech classes at the beginning of her junior year. She said that she would take two extra classes per semester, doing the work online at home after school. 'It took a lot of extra time,' she said. 'It was a lot but it was worth it, I think.' 'Ivy Tech does a great job of getting kids connected,' said Principal Brooke. 'I credit Makenna for taking advantage. … I couldn't be more proud of a young lady who works hard and perseveres. She's exactly what a Pioneer Panther is.' Strycker said she was a bit surprised that she might be the first to complete the ICC at the school. 'It's definitely a lot of extra work,' she said. 'I definitely think it's going to be worth it for me in college. Looking at it from an aspect of the short term, it's going to be extra work for one but later on it's definitely going to be helpful.' Despite the extra work, she encouraged other students to sign up for Indiana College Classes if they wanted a cost-efficient college experience.
