Good News Notes: “Meatless Farm, the mission-driven, sustainable plant-based food company, announces its expansion into several US retail and ecommerce channels, as well as its intention to raise up to $75 million in 2021. According to Plant Based Foods Association (PBFA) and market research company SPINS, there has been a 90 percent increase in plant-based…
Month: December 2020
Woman reunites with cyclist who saved her, her dogs from bear attack
Good News Notes: “A Florida woman had a touching reunion with a cyclist who saved her from a scary bear attack. A man was biking nearby at the time, and he is now being hailed a hero. Kathy Boyle has not seen Joe Schmidt since he saved her and her dogs on Christmas Eve in…
This freezing baby owl was saved in a Bangor cemetery
Good News Notes: “The day in late April was uninviting. It was cold, damp, raw, miserable . . . you name it. The temperature was in the high 40s, with a cold mist in the air. Mother Nature was trying to make it rain, but it wasn’t quite working. I was snug in my warm…
Chama diner gives back to community on Christmas Day
Good News Notes: “A small town diner in Chama has had to change a lot of things this year due to the pandemic. Luckily, the community has been supportive every step of the way, and now that diner is giving back to the community. ‘This year, has been— it’s been pretty rough,’ said Fina Elbrock,…
Rescued Sea Lion Returned to Ocean After Recovering from Shark Bite, Poisoning
Good News Notes: “A sea lion was back home in the Pacific Ocean waters Monday after a long recovery from a severe shark bite wound as well as domoic acid poisoning, according to the Marine Mammal Center. Volunteers with the Sausalito center released Jenya back to the wild Monday morning at Rodeo Beach in the…
Starbucks Is Officially Promoting Meatless Mondays for the First Time
Good News Notes: “In 2021, Starbucks will join the Meatless Monday campaign for the first time. Every Monday from January 4 to January 25, the chain will offer customers $2 off its vegetarian breakfast items at participating stores to promote its meatless options. The offer is limited to one item per customer at participating locations…
Milwaukee man surprised families with kindness and generosity amidst pandemic
Good News Notes: “After a Milwaukee man was furloughed from his job he was inspired by a social media challenge to make the most of his time. ‘I believe kindness is a ripple effect,’ said Zach Bartlett. When Zach was furloughed from his job with the Milwaukee Bucks he found himself at home looking for…
Houston couple Rich and Nancy Kinder gift $1 million to United Way of Greater Houston
Good News Notes: “Vying for the title of ‘Houston’s Official Benefactors,’ local billionaires Rich and Nancy Kinder have gifted yet another area nonprofit with a massive holiday donation. The dynamic power couple has granted $1 million to United Way of Greater Houston, the organization announced. The funds will go towards those in need of food, utility…
Watch “Animals at Berlin Zoo get Christmas treats” on YouTube
Animals at Berlin Zoo get Christmas treats: https://youtu.be/bvUwcl7XUj4
Max and Erica Scherzer sponsor adoption fees for 11 animals at DC shelter
Good News Notes: “During the season of giving, Washington Nationals pitcher Max Scherzer and his wife, Erica Scherzer, are sponsoring the adoption fees for 11 animals that have been under the care of the Humane Rescue Alliance through Dec. 31. The animals selected have been with the organization for the longest, ranging from 51 days to over…