WASHINGTON, June 10 -- The Environmental Protection Agency issued the following news release: * * * EPA Administrator Zeldin Concludes Four-Day New York Tour, Advancing Clean Water and Energy Priorities * NEW YORK - U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lee Zeldin wrapped up a four-day swing across New York State on Monday, June 8, spotlighting Trump Administration priorities on Long Island, in the Hudson Valley, and in the Southern Tier. Over the course of the trip, Zeldi  more

HARTFORD, Connecticut, June 10 -- Gov. Ned Lamont, D-Connecticut, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Lamont Announces Recruitment Begins for 2026-2027 AmeriCorps Connecticut Service Year * Connecticut Residents Invited To Attend Information Sessions and Apply for Paid National Service Opportunities (HARTFORD, CT) - Governor Ned Lamont and Connecticut Higher Education Commissioner Timothy D. Larson today announced that AmeriCorps Connecticut programs are actively recruiting   more

BETHESDA, Maryland, June 9 -- The Uniformed Services University issued the following research news: * * * Leishmaniasis: A Persistent Threat in a Changing Operational Environment * A recent review in The New England Journal of Medicine underscores a reality that military and global health professionals know well: some of the most persistent threats are also among the least visible. Leishmaniasis-a parasitic disease transmitted by sand flies-continues to evolve in ways that demand renewed att  more

CALLAGHAN, Australia, June 10 -- The University of Newcastle posted the following news: * * * MHF commits landmark $18.9m boost to accelerate brain cancer research * A landmark $18.9 million philanthropic gift will supercharge Australia's fight to beat brain cancer and accelerate new treatments, with the University of Newcastle and the Mark Hughes Foundation (MHF) today announcing a major expansion of their partnership. The commitment brings the MHF's total contribution to $36.6 million -pl  more

PLANO, Texas, June 10 [Category: Sociological] -- The First Liberty Institute, an organization that says it is dedicated to defending liberty for all Americans, issued the following news release: * * * New Jersey Township Denies Permit to Connect Emergency Exit Sign for Addiction and Recovery Ministry * Clinton, NJ -Attorneys with First Liberty Institute sent a demand letter to the Township of Clinton, New Jersey calling for officials to issue a permit to connect wires to an emergency exit s  more

WASHINGTON, June 11 -- The U.S. Department of Commerce National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration issued the following statement on June 10, 2026: * * * Free Course on Boating Safely Around Whales Expands to West Coast and Hawaii We have expanded a free boater safety course for New England and the Mid-Atlantic to include the West Coast and Hawaii. See a Spout? Watch Out!'s course offers tips on safely navigating waters shared with protected marine species like whales. - A whale breachi  more

PROVIDENCE, Rhode Island, June 11 -- Gov. Daniel J. McKee, D-Rhode Island, issued the following news release on June 10, 2026: * * * In-water Construction Begins on New Washington Bridge Major milestone marks transition from early-stage work to visible construction - Governor Dan McKee today joined Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT) Interim Director Robert Rocchio, Walsh Construction Vice President Chuck Parish, and East Providence Mayor Bob DaSilva to mark the start of in-wa  more

ANN ARBOR, Michigan, June 11 -- The University of Michigan issued the following news: * * * U-M's Wallace House Center for Journalists announces 2026 Livingston Awards An investigation of abuse in New Hampshire's disability care system, the impact of DOGE's sweeping changes and first-person accounts from men detained by ICE and deported to a prison in El Salvador are among the stories produced by the new Livingston Awards winners for 2026. The Livingston Awards, based at the University of Mi  more

STORRS, Connecticut, June 10 -- The University of Connecticut posted the following news: * * * UConn Unifies Shipbuilding Efforts Under One Banner * The shipbuilding and maritime industries are facing unprecedented challenges requiring advanced research and workforce enrichment. UConn is up to the task, bringing several key programs under one banner to help meet demand. The UConn Shipbuilding Initiatives have launched, linking research opportunities, international partnerships, manufacturi  more