Tag: Health care
NHTSA Urged to Maintain Fuel Economy Standards
WASHINGTON, D.C. — A coalition of health, consumer and environmental groups told the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) that its plan to gut fuel-economy standards for cars, SUVs, and pickup trucks is irrevocably flawed and should be withdrawn. Comments submitted today from NRDC (Natural Resources Defense Council), the Sierra Club, Environmental Defense … [continued]
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Solicitor general vows to reopen Walkerton jail, Brockton mayor says
At the ROMA conference last month, “Right away, Minister Kerzner told us that he was committed to opening the jail.” — Brockton Mayor Chris Peabody
MEMO: Sierra Club & Partners Rally to Make Polluters Pay for Climate Disasters
Summary of Week of Action and What to Expect Next Washington, DC — Last week, Sierra Club joined partners from across the country for a “Make Polluters Pay” Week of Action, a coordinated set of advocacy actions and events dedicated to holding Big Oil and Gas companies accountable for their climate … [continued]
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Kincardine’s weekly Catch the Ace draw set to continue in 2026
Huron Shores Hospice and the Tiverton and District Lions Club have announced the continuation of Kincardine’s weekly Catch the Ace draw, which has raised more than $600,000 for community projects and hospice care. “We are grateful for the strong community support that has made Catch the Ace such a success,” said Cathy Herbert, Huron Shores […]
McQuail remaining in NDP leadership race after meeting requirements
Lucknow-area organic farmer Tony McQuail is remaining in the federal NDP leadership race after meeting the final requirements to run as a candidate. McQuail, 72, is one of five candidates who will be on the ballot when the party membership votes at their convention in Winnipeg on March 27-29, after he was able to secure […]