How Volunteers use Toms River Fire Department experience to launch careers in emergency services
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — While volunteer firefighting is unpaid, many who serve at the Toms River Fire Department have used the experience to launch careers in emergency services. Some professions, like emergency…
Neptune Home Depot Volunteers Help Revitalize Local American Legion Post
NEPTUNE, NJ – On July 24, volunteers from the Neptune Home Depot undertook a significant project to refurbish American Legion Post 346, contributing their skills and time to enhance the facility. The…
Virginia Beach Police Department Honors Long-Serving Volunteers
Virginia Beach, VA — The Virginia Beach Police Department (VBPD) recently recognized two dedicated volunteers for their long-term service to the city and the department. Chief Neudigate honored Steven Prescott with a…
NJ Sharing Network Honors Local Volunteers for Their Lifesaving Contributions
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ—The NJ Sharing Network (NJSN), a key organization dedicated to organ and tissue donation in New Jersey, has honored several local residents with Volunteer Recognition Awards. These awards were given…
11th Annual Howell Township/Farmingdale 5K Honors Lost Volunteers and Supports Crisis Hotline
FARMINGDALE, NJ – The 11th Annual Howell Township/Farmingdale 5K Run & Race Walk is scheduled for Wednesday, August 21, at 6:00 PM, honoring the memory of local volunteers and raising funds for…
Volunteers Pitch In To Clean Up Jackson Township Roads
Jackson, NJ—A grant from Jackson’s Clean Communities program helped a local organization clear hundreds of trash bags of litter from the city’s roadways this weekend. New Jersey Clean Communities is a statewide…
Volunteers Meet Ahead of Jackson Revitalization of Memorial High School Field House
JACKSON, NJ—On Sunday, volunteers and community leaders met to devise plans to revitalize the Jackson Memorial High School field house. With the district facing tough aid reductions, volunteers are rolling up their…
Toms River Thanks Volunteers for Care of Beach Dune Flower Ecosystem
TOMS RIVER, NJ – Toms River Township thanked the volunteers who care for plants that make up the dune flowers, an important part of the beachfront eco system. In Ortley Beach, Toms…
Jackson Seeking Volunteers for Multicultural Committee
Jackson Township is seeking individuals interested in serving on the Jackson Township Multicultural Committee, which is dedicated to fostering unity, celebrating diversity and insuring an inclusive community for all. This Committee will…
After The Afghanistan Withdrawal, Biden Has Banked On Volunteers To Rescue Americans From War Zones
After The Afghanistan Withdrawal, Biden Has Banked On Volunteers To Rescue Americans From War Zones Micaela Burrow on December 3, 2023 The Biden administration increasingly relies on skilled U.S. military veterans and…
Gloucester Township Police Celebrates Chaplains and Volunteers
GLOUCESTER TOWNSHIP, NJ — The Gloucester Township Police Department recently hosted its 2nd Appreciation Dinner on November 30 to honor the dedicated chaplains and volunteers who contribute significantly to the community. These…
Over 1,000 Turkey Meals Distributed by Director Vicari and Volunteers
TOMS RIVER, NJ – Joseph H. Vicari, Director of the Ocean County Board of Commissioners, emphasized the importance of supporting needy community members, particularly during holidays. This sentiment was echoed during a…
Volunteers Help Cleanup Neighborhoods in Baltimore
BALTIMORE, MD — The Mayor’s Annual Citywide Fall Cleanup and Day of Service last weekend attracted unprecedented numbers, including Mayor Brandon M. Scott, City officials, volunteers, and community members. They fanned out…
Newport Police Officers Join Beach Cleanup with Community Volunteers
NEWPORT NEWS, VA – The Newport News Police Department’s (NNPD) ongoing beach clean-up initiative at the Monitor-Merrimac Overlook Park has once again proven its effectiveness, thanks to the relentless efforts of the…
Jackson Township gets spring cleanup thanks to volunteers, Clean Communities
JACKSON, NJ – If you noticed tonight, Jackson Township is a little bit cleaner than it was yesterday. That’s because volunteers lined the town’s roadways and cleaned up the trash. Jackson Township…
US Army Veteran Claimed To Be Fighting For Ukraine. Volunteers Say He’s A Fraud
US Army Veteran Claimed To Be Fighting For Ukraine. Volunteers Say He’s A Fraud Micaela Burrow on March 28, 2023 An American veteran working at a volunteer organization is accused of illegally…
‘A Mistake’: Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot Responds To Allegations Her Campaign Asked Teachers To Reward Student Volunteers
‘A Mistake’: Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot Responds To Allegations Her Campaign Asked Teachers To Reward Student Volunteers Laurel Duggan on January 16, 2023 Democratic Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot said it was a…
Want to serve your community? Jackson mayor asking for volunteers
JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – Jackson Township Mayor Michael Reina is once again inviting residents in the community to volunteer for township advisory boards and committees in order to help steer the township…
Foodservice Training Portal Sets Sail with Mercy Ships to Provide Online Learning to Foodservice Volunteers
Photo: mercy ships, volunteer life onboard dining, 1/30/2020 All Mercy Ships’ volunteer hospitality staff to receive interactive training in important safety content Raleigh, NC (-) Foodservice Training Portal announced today that it…
Gloucester Police, Volunteers Join Forces for Back to School Bash
Gloucester Township Police Volunteers, Community Relations Bureau Officers, and Community Outreach Truck Officers were honored to attend Bethel Church’s Back To School Bash in the LaCascata Development this past weekend.…
Marlboro Township Police Department Seeks Domestic Violence Response Volunteers
MARLBORO TWP, NJ – (PRESS RELEASE) – The Marlboro Township Police Department is currently recruiting volunteers to serve on the Marlboro Township Domestic Violence Response Team (DVRT). In affiliation with 180 Turning…