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04-07-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Port Carbon baby parade celebrated Fourth of July the old-fashioned way
PORT CARBON — The Port Carbon Citizens Committee celebrated the Fourth of July the old-fashioned way — a red-white-and-blue extravaganza of floats, marchers and fire trucks. Known as the Port Carbon Baby Parade, the event was held for the 37th year Friday morning in observance of the nation's 249th anniversary. 'This is about tradition,' said Deniece Krater, the committee's spokesperson. 'We're celebrating Independence Day the way we were brought up to do.' Starting on Coal Street, near the Palo Alto bridge, the line of march meandered through the borough to the Port Carbon playground. Pottsville's Third Brigade Band led the parade, playing the National Anthem and other patriotic marches. Andrew Smink plays with a band during an Independence Day parade in Port Carbon Friday, July 4, 2025. (MATTHEW PERSCHALL/MULTIMEDIA EDITOR) Along the route, hundreds of spectators gathered on front porches, sidewalks and the bridge over Mill Creek on Washington Street near the Port Carbon Fire Company. Parents pulled youngsters in wagons decorated with red-white-and-blue streamers. An entire division of the parade was devoted to children on bicycles. In all, Krater said, just under 100 children participated in the parade. An antique pickup truck pulled a float occupied by Schuylkill County Fair royalty. The themes of other floats included Peanuts and Charlie Brown, 'Let Freedom Ring' and President George Washington. Pottsville Maroons reenactors in uniform marched in support of the 100th anniversary of the former NFL team's 1925 championship season, to be celebrated Aug. 16 with a banquet at Mountain Golf Course, Barnesville. A team of draught horses from Leiby Carriage Service, Tamaqua, pulled an open air trolley. Pottsville School District majorettes participated in the parade. The 2025 Majorette campers perform during an Independence Day parade in Port Carbon Friday, July 4, 2025. (MATTHEW PERSCHALL/MULTIMEDIA EDITOR) Robert and Missy Petrozino turned out in support of their daughter, Izzy, who's a majorette. 'It's nice that the parade gives the majorettes an opportunity to show off their talent,' Missy said. Krater, Pottsville school district's transportation supervisor, coordinates the district's majorette and band front programs. No parade is complete without fire trucks, and Port Carbon's was no exception. Led by apparatus from Port Carbon's Goodwill Fire Company No. 1, units from Palo Alto, Saint Clair, Schuylkill Haven and Pottsville participated in the parade. In keeping with its patriotic theme, the centerfold of the parade's program book displayed an Independence Day timeline. The first public reading of the Declaration of Independence took place in Philadelphia on July 8, 1776, before a crowd summoned by the Liberty Bell. Every July 4, the Liberty Bell is tapped, not rung, 13 times in honor of the original 13 colonies. The White House held its first Independence Day celebration on July 4, 1801, according to the timeline. Awards were presented to participants following the parade in the borough playground. A list of winners has not been released. Port Carbon continued its Fourth of July celebration with its annual fireworks display Friday night on monument hill overlooking the borough. * Eddie Yeneshosky, left, and Brent Setlock-Yeneshosky, 8, right, ride in an Independence Day parade in Port Carbon Friday, July 4, 2025. (MATTHEW PERSCHALL/MULTIMEDIA EDITOR) * Gavin, 7, and Avery Alexander, 10, ride in an Independence Day parade in Port Carbon Friday, July 4, 2025. (MATTHEW PERSCHALL/MULTIMEDIA EDITOR) * Penny the dog rides in Rep. Tim Twardzik's car during an Independence Day parade in Port Carbon Friday, July 4, 2025. (MATTHEW PERSCHALL/MULTIMEDIA EDITOR) * Little Miss Macie Spickler rides in the Independence Day parade in Port Carbon Friday, July 4, 2025. (MATTHEW PERSCHALL/MULTIMEDIA EDITOR) * Firetrucks round out the Independence Day parade in Port Carbon Friday, July 4, 2025. (MATTHEW PERSCHALL/MULTIMEDIA EDITOR) Show Caption 1 of 5 Eddie Yeneshosky, left, and Brent Setlock-Yeneshosky, 8, right, ride in an Independence Day parade in Port Carbon Friday, July 4, 2025. (MATTHEW PERSCHALL/MULTIMEDIA EDITOR) Expand
Associated Press
22-05-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Major Global Ports Face Rising Emissions Despite Sustainability Efforts, VesselBot Study Reveals
This comprehensive port emissions report reveals unexpected drivers of maritime carbon footprint across Europe, North America, and Asia. ATHENS, GREECE, May 22, 2025 / / -- A comprehensive new study by Scope3 emissions tracking and optimization technology leader VesselBot, reveals that greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions at major global ports continue to rise despite technological advancements and sustainability investments. The report, " Quantifying Port Carbon Footprints: Container Vessel Emissions Analysis in Major Global Terminals,' provides unprecedented insights into the environmental impact of container shipping operations at strategic global ports across Europe, North America, and Asia. Key findings reveal: • Shanghai port recorded the highest emissions (140,000 tons), surpassing Singapore despite handling fewer vessels, highlighting that vessel numbers don't directly correlate with emission levels • Port congestion and inefficient operations significantly impact emissions, with U.S. ports reporting the highest congestion levels, particularly in January and February 2025 • U.S. ports experienced record-high container volumes and associated emissions in January and February 2025, driven by preemptive shipping ahead of new tariff implementations • Singapore's investment in Digital Twin technology demonstrates how technological innovation can mitigate emissions despite high traffic volumes 'This report reveals the complex relationship between port activity and emissions,' said Constantine Komodromos, CEO and Founder of VesselBot. 'Our data shows that while more vessels generally mean more emissions, performance and operational efficiency are crucial mitigating factors.' The analysis utilizes VesselBot's primary data collection, which includes vessel geospatial data, operational characteristics, and cargo volume metrics, to calculate container vessel GHG emissions with unprecedented precision. The study quantifies how port shape, terminal availability, vessel dwell times, and engine utilization during idle periods significantly influence emission levels beyond simple vessel counts. The report comes at a critical time as the maritime industry faces increasing pressure to reconcile operational demands with environmental responsibilities under tightening global emissions regulations. The complete analysis is available here. Maria Bena VesselBot +30 21 1117 8743 email us here Legal Disclaimer: EIN Presswire provides this news content 'as is' without warranty of any kind. We do not accept any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, content, images, videos, licenses, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information contained in this article. If you have any complaints or copyright issues related to this article, kindly contact the author above.
