Good News Notes: “Arguably the world has seen two sets of people emerge: those who’ve been laidback during lockdown and those who’ve been more productive than ever, Katya Jones falls firmly in the latter camp. “I’m learning two languages; I’m playing piano again; I’m teaching my friend Russian; I’m teaching my mum dancing over FaceTime,”…
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Tired of Plastic? These Businesses Have Ideas for You
Good News Notes: “Companies are developing alternatives to single-use plastic, and with options including seaweed and mushroom tissue, consumer interest isn’t disappearing, even during the coronavirus pandemic.” “‘We’re fortunate enough that we aren’t seeing anyone say, “I’m not worried about sustainability, I’m just going to focus on survival right now,”‘ said Troy Swope, co-founder and…
This New York farm sanctuary livestreams storytime with its animals
Good News Notes: “The barnyard’s gone virtual. Goats, sheep, pigs, turkeys, cows, llama and other rescued farm animals at theWoodstock Farm Sanctuary in High Falls, New York are getting their fifteen minutes of fame as the stars of live, weekly storytimes and ‘Goodnight in Sanctuary’ sessions. Each week, the sanctuary goes live for 30 minutes…
“Niagara Falls Grocery Givers” helping neighbors in need
Good News Notes: “A Niagara Falls couple is helping out their fellow neighbors in need. Joshua and Erin Albert are Niagara Falls natives. They’ve grown their family there and just welcomed a new baby girl, as the pandemic started. But they spend their time thinking about others. ‘We’re sitting here during this isolation and quarantine realizing…
Can Mushrooms Actually Help Save the Planet?
Good News Notes: “In college, Eben Bayer grew mushrooms under his dorm room bed. The mechanical engineering student, who had grown up on a Vermont farm, was convinced the fungus was one of nature’s most effective “technologies” and could be used to overhaul the way we make a range of everyday products. Thirteen years later,…
T.O. among NFL celebs in COD charity event
Good News Notes: “Hall of Fame receiver Terrell Owens headlines a group of former and current NFL players participating in a Call of Duty: Warzone tournament to raise money for COVID-19 charities. Organized by Misfits Gaming Group and presented by SoFi, the $25,000 Wrecked Royale charity event is scheduled for May 13 at 6 p.m….
10 Selfless Sports Stars That Are Giving Back To Their Communities In Very Powerful Ways
Good News Notes: “Whenever news breaks of an athlete being signed to a multimillion-dollar contract or endorsement deal, most of us have a tendency to roll our eyes. Of course, we sometimes think, they’re now going to spend it on luxury clothes and a fancy mansion — and all they do is throw a ball…
UConn’s Andre Drummond, NBA All-Star, lends helping hand to his hometown with $100,000 donation to Middlesex Health
Good News Notes: “Andre Drummond has always made a point to give back to Middletown, the place he grew up. During the coronavirus crisis, he has stepped up again, donating $100,000 to Middlesex Health to acquire needed supplies and equipment. ‘The community of Middletown has always supported me throughout my entire career,’ said Drummond, a…
Shelter of Hope awarded $500,000 state grant
Good News Notes: “The Humane Society of Yates County (HSYC) and their Shelter of Hope have been award a major grant of half a million dollars for improvements at the shelter that will improve the quality of life for the animals, and increase their chances of being adopted. The HSYC is one of 12 shelters…
And So It Begins: World’s 11th-Biggest Economy Pitches Renewable Energy For COVID-19 Recovery
Good News Notes: “One key state is New York State, which by some measures would be the world’s 11th-largest economy if it was an independent country. On Friday, April 3, New York announced the passage of enabling legislation for its new clean power plans. If that date rings a bell, April 3 is the same…