Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–July 8, 2010. NOAA has received calls from concerned citizens to help coastal populations of bottlenose dolphins. NOAA is working closely with its state and local partners to assess and respond to distressed dolphins or dolphins found in areas affected by oil from the Deepwater Horizon/BP spill event. While[Read More…]
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Veterans Petition Colorado to Allow Medical Marijuana for PTSD
Washington, D.C.—(ENEWSPF)—July 8, 2010. Colorado medical marijuana advocates and a group of local veterans filed a petition with the state health department yesterday that would add post-traumatic stress disorder to the list of qualifying conditions for medical marijuana in Colorado. The petition was formally filed by Army veteran and double[Read More…]
Good News! Declaration of Independence Still a Hit
It seems especially reassuring that one of our most popular articles on ENEWSPF as of right now is the Declaration of Independence. We publish the Declaration every July 4, and some years the proclamation hardly gets any notice at all. This year was different. I’ll leave the possible reasons this[Read More…]
Administration-Wide Response Summary to the Deepwater BP Oil Spill, July 6, 2010
Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–July 6, 2010. PAST 24 HOURS Admiral Allen Provides Operational Update on the BP Oil Spill Response National Incident Commander Admiral Thad Allen provided a briefing to inform the American public and answer questions on the progress of the administration-wide response to the BP oil spill. He discussed the[Read More…]
Rain, Rain Don’t Go Away
Learn more about rain barrels and save money on watering your lawn or garden. (PHOTO SUPPLIED) Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)–July 6, 2010. You’ve seen them on your Park Forest vehicle sticker, at the Aqua Center gazebo and for sale at the Farmers Market. Rain barrels can save you money while helping[Read More…]
Merrick Pet Care Recalls Beef Filet Squares Because Of Possible Salmonella Health Risk
Amarillo, TX–(ENEWSPF)–July 6, 2010. Merrick Pet Care, Inc. Texas is recalling 86 cases of its 10oz “Beef Filet Squares for Dogs” pet treats (ITEM # 60016 LOT # 10084TL7 BEST BY MARCH 24, 2012) because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. Salmonella can affect animals and there[Read More…]
Whitco Company LP Stadium Light Poles Recall for Repairs: Risk of Serious Injury and Death
WASHINGTON, D.C.—(ENEWSPF)—July 6, 2010. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, today announced a recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should immediately stop using recalled products until they are inspected and repaired. Name of product: Whitco Company LP poles 70 feet tall or higher Units: More than 2,500 Manufacturer: Whitco[Read More…]
Marley Engineered Products Recalls Baseboard Heaters Sold at Grainger Due to Fire Hazard
Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–July 6, 2010. The following product safety recall was voluntarily conducted by the firm in cooperation with the CPSC. Consumers should stop using the product immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product. Name of Product: Dayton Electric Baseboard Heaters[Read More…]
Governors State Hosts Summer Undergrad Open House
University Park, IL–(ENEWSPF)– Prospective students, with the proper transcripts, can be admitted on the spot to Governors State University at Instant Decision Day on Saturday, July 31. GSU will host the free undergraduate open house event from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. for students interested in transferring into one of[Read More…]
District 162 Honors Volunteers
Matteson, IL–(ENEWSPF)– Matteson School District 162 recently cited its volunteers during an Appreciation Evening at Huth Middle School. The volunteers and their schools include: Richton Square Kisha Boyd Daveeshea Bryant Monique Burey Katherine Hahn Annette Hall Barbara Fields Nicole Gray Hillary Hawthorne James Hennessey Rita Jones Deborah McCloskey Patricia Morgan[Read More…]
