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‘Solar for all’ funding could boost power resilience

A federal initiative to make sure low-income and disadvantaged communities can benefit from access to solar-powered electricity might include Richmond neighborhoods soon, if the government doesn’t reverse course and cancel the program. That’s according to a presentation from the Richmond Environmental Sustainability Commission at Richmond Common Council’s July 21 meeting. Commission member Alison Zajdel brought […]

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Firefighter to receive half his OT request

A Richmond Fire Department firefighter will receive overtime payment for half of the hours he spends in a paramedicine course after his grievance was partially supported by the city’s Board of Public Works and Safety. The board voted 3-0 after an hour-and-a-half discussion July 17 to award Michael Stolzfus half of the estimated $15,840 of […]

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Child advocacy program plans volunteer callout

Giving a few hours as an advocate can change a child’s life, according to leaders of a program recruiting volunteers.  Court Appointed Special Advocates serve children in Wayne and Union counties. Organizers are seeking compassionate volunteers to advocate for abused and neglected kids. An information session is planned from 6-7 p.m. Wednesday, July 30, at […]