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Disaster Recovery Centers in Kentucky Adjusting Operation Hours
FRANKFORT, Ky. –Beginning April 4, Disaster Recovery Centers in Kentucky will have hours and days of operation. Friday, April 4, all Disaster Recovery Centers are scheduled to operate 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, April 5, all Disaster Recovery...
Last Day to Apply for FEMA Individual Assistance and SBA Disaster Loans
LOS ANGELES – Today is the last day to apply for FEMA disaster assistance and U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) low-interest disaster loans for homeowners, renters, nonprofits and businesses impacted by the January wildfires in Los Angeles...
ALPHAMIN ANNOUNCES DECISION TO RESUME MINING OPERATIONS
GRAND BAIE, MAURITIUS, April 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Alphamin Resources Corp. (AFM:TSXV, APH:JSE AltX) (the “Company”) is pleased to announce that it is initiating a phased resumption of operations at the Company’s Bisie tin mine in Walikale...
Assistance is Still Available for Wildfire Survivors After the Registration Deadline
LOS ANGELES – FEMA is still working in Los Angeles County to help residents recover from the LA wildfires. The deadline to apply for FEMA Individual Assistance has passed, but Disaster Recovery Centers remain open and the deadline to submit a...
Social Development on Africa Children’s Summit 2025
The Africa Children’s Summit 2025, a child-led event hosted by the South African Government, led by the Department of Social Development in partnership with the Nelson Mandela Children’s Fund, is set to conclude on 7 April 2025 in Johannesburg....
Owsley County Disaster Recovery Center Moves to Library
FRANKFORT, Ky. –The Disaster Recovery Center in Owsley County, which closed its location at the Owsley County Recreation Center March 28 at 7 p.m., has moved to the Owsley County Public Library and opened April 1 at 7 a.m. The new Disaster...
Three Days Left to Apply for FEMA Individual Assistance and SBA Disaster Loans
LOS ANGELES – Only three days left to apply for FEMA Individual Assistance and U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) low-interest disaster loans for homeowners, renters, nonprofits and businesses impacted by the January wildfires in Los Angeles...
Less Than One Week Left to Apply for Federal Assistance
LOS ANGELES – Less than one week remains for homeowners, renters, nonprofits and businesses impacted by the January wildfires in Los Angeles County to apply for federal disaster assistance. Monday, March 31, is the deadline to apply for both FEMA...
Assistance continues to flow to families and businesses as federal aid for LA fires tops $2 billion
This financial assistance serves as a vital lifeline for impacted communities and has been rapidly distributed in just over two months since the Los Angeles County wildfires were declared a major disaster by then President Joseph R. Biden. Through...
Federal Support for Wildfire Survivors Tops $2 Billion
LOS ANGELES – As of March 25, just over two months since the Los Angeles County wildfires were declared a major disaster by the president, FEMA and its federal partners have made more than $2 billion available to disaster survivors. Federal...
Disaster Recovery Center Opening in Woodford County
FRANKFORT, Ky. –A Disaster Recovery Center is opening March 29 in Woodford County to offer in-person support to Kentucky survivors who experienced loss as the result of Feb. 14 – March 7 severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and...
National Flood Insurance Policyholders in Kentucky Can Apply for FEMA Assistance
Frankfort, KY- If you were affected by the recent severe storms in Kentucky and have an insurance policy through the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP), you may still be eligible for disaster assistance. FEMA encourages everyone who was...
FEMA is Reaching Out to West Virginians by Phone
CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is calling West Virginians who applied for FEMA assistance for the winter flooding on February 15 – 18, 2025. FEMA may be calling to schedule an inspection or make sure that you...
FEMA May Contact You by Phone
FEMA Representatives Calling Kentucky Storm Survivors FEMA representatives are reaching out to survivors of the February severe storms that have applied for disaster assistance. Representatives may call for a variety of reasons such as issues with...
Disaster Recovery Centers in North Carolina Will Transition to Locally Operated Resource Centers March 31
HICKORY, N.C. – FEMA Disaster Recovery Centers in Western North Carolina will transition to locally operated Resource Centers March 31 and will cease operation as FEMA centers at 2 p.m. on March 29. The centers will operate Monday-Friday 8 a.m. to...
Georgia DCS Hosts Second Chance Month Events Focused on Successful Reintegration
ATLANTA – In recognition of Second Chance Month, the Georgia Department of Community Supervision (DCS) will host a series of events throughout April to support individuals under supervision as they work toward successful reintegration into...
March 31 Deadline to Apply for Several Disaster Assistance Programs Fast Approaching
LOS ANGELES – March 31 is the last day to apply for or submit information for several key disaster assistance programs for individuals impacted by the Los Angeles Wildfires. Apply for FEMA Individual Assistance: Online at DisasterAssistance.gov....
Carbon Streaming Announces Financial Results for the Year Ended December 31, 2024
TORONTO, March 31, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Carbon Streaming Corporation (Cboe CA: NETZ) (OTCQB: OFSTF) (FSE: M2Q) (“Carbon Streaming” or the “Company”) today reported its financial results for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2024. All figures...
Disaster Recovery Center Opening in Lee County
FRANKFORT, Ky. –A Disaster Recovery Center is opening March 24 in Lee County to offer in-person support to Kentucky survivors who experienced loss as the result of Feb. 14 – March 7 severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and...
Protect Your FEMA Assistance Eligibility and Apply Now
LOS ANGELES – If your home or personal property was damaged by the Los Angeles County wildfires or straight-line winds between Jan. 7 – Jan. 31, 2025, you may be eligible for FEMA disaster assistance. Individuals who are uncertain about their...