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QR technology installed at airport for guidanceA new mobile coverage checker has been launched in Monmouthshire. The tool, created by in collaboration with Streetwave, allows residents to check the quality of their mobile signal. The council began working with Streetwave in September 2023. First, they aimed to measure the quality of signals in the county by integrating data collection equipment into the council's waste collection vehicles to conduct weekly mobile coverage surveys across the region. The survey was commissioned by The River Severn Partnership Advanced Wireless Innovation Region (RSPAWIR), which was awarded £3.75 million of government funding to support the growth of wireless innovation and technology in key economic sectors. The coverage checker provides information on which mobile networks offer the fastest speeds outside homes, businesses, and other locations of interest. It features data collected outside most addresses within the council for EE, Vodafone, 3, and O2. Councillor Sara Burch, cabinet member for rural affairs, housing, and tourism, said: "This is an excellent initiative by the RSPAWIR and will provide invaluable insight for people across the region. "This tool will help inform businesses, local authorities, and individuals when they are making decisions on service provision by ensuring they have access to the most up-to-date technology and the strongest connections." The initiative is part of the council's ongoing commitment to ensuring residents have access to reliable information about their connectivity options within the county. To find out more about connectivity speeds in your area, visit the Monmouthshire County Council website.SOS Limited Announces Filing of the 2023 Annual Report on Form 20-FIt's getting harder to stay on the PGA Tour. Here's why

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OTTAWA — The RCMP will create a new aerial intelligence task force to provide round-the-clock surveillance of Canada’s border using helicopters, drones and surveillance towers. The move is part of the federal government’s $1.3-billion upgrade to border security and monitoring to appease concerns of U.S. president-elect Donald Trump about the flow of migrants and illegal drugs. Trump has threatened to impose a 25 per cent tariff on all Canadian and Mexican exports to the U.S. as soon as he is inaugurated next month unless both countries move to improve border security. Public Safety Minister Dominic LeBlanc says he has discussed parts of the plan with American officials and that he is optimistic about its reception. Canada will also propose to the United States to create a North American “joint strike force” to target organized crime groups that work across borders. The government also intends to provide new technology, tools and resources to the Canada Border Services Agency to seek out fentanyl using chemical detection, artificial intelligence and canine teams. This report by The Canadian Press was first published Dec. 17, 2024. Jim Bronskill, The Canadian PressBanque Cantonale Vaudoise Raises Stock Position in JPMorgan Chase & Co. (NYSE:JPM)

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Charles Schwab Investment Management Inc. Boosts Position in First Financial Bankshares, Inc. (NASDAQ:FFIN)( MENAFN - PR Newswire) Plansight, Inc. Reports on Security and Privacy Standards Established by The American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) for its Employee Benefits Efficiency Engine. LEHI, Utah, Dec. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Plansight today announced the successful completion of a Type 2 System and Organization Controls 2 (SOC 2) examination for its Employee Benefits Efficiency Engine service, covering the period from June 15, 2024, to October 15, 2024. The examination, conducted by AssurancePoint, LLC ( ), confirmed that Plansight met its service commitments and system requirements, as assessed by the SOC 2 criteria focused on Security and Privacy. The examination resulted in an unqualified (clean) opinion. SOC 2 reports are attestation reports that evaluate controls at a service organization relevant to the security, availability, and processing integrity of a system, as well as the confidentiality and privacy of the information processed for user entities. Our SOC 2 report provides users of our services with insights into the design and effectiveness of our internal controls related to the selected SOC 2 criteria. This information has been thoroughly examined by an independent CPA firm. "Security and the protection of privacy have always been our top priorities here at Plansight. We are thrilled that the certification process has validated our policies and procedures for the safe handling of data and information," said Steve Overton, CPO of Plansight. The successful completion of the SOC 2 examination underscores Plansight's unwavering commitment to the security and privacy of its customers' data. Plansight is dedicated to continuously enhancing its internal controls and providing consistent assurance to its customers through annual SOC 2 reports. About Plansight Plansight is a technology company specializing in employee benefits. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Lehi, Utah, Plansight aims to empower employee benefit brokers and carriers by offering software that simplifies the process of helping employers discover high-quality benefits at affordable rates. The Employee Benefits Efficiency Engine equips industry professionals by automating marketing events, enhancing distribution, promoting transparency, and facilitating comprehensive solutions. It serves as a complete end-to-end marketing solution for the employee benefits industry. For more information, visit . Media Contact: Chris Toyn Plansight, Inc. Email: [email protected] SOURCE Plansight MENAFN17122024003732001241ID1109004856 Legal Disclaimer: MENAFN provides the information “as is” without warranty of any kind. We do not accept any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, content, images, videos, licenses, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information contained in this article. If you have any complaints or copyright issues related to this article, kindly contact the provider above.

OTTAWA — Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is taking some time to reflect after Chrystia Freeland's bombshell resignation, the natural resources minister said on Tuesday. "The prime minister, as I understand it, a number of caucus colleagues have said that the prime minister has said that he will reflect on both the decision that minister Freeland made, but also what he's heard from members of his own caucus," Jonathan Wilkinson said. "I think we all need to give him a little time to reflect, and I respect that fact that he's going to take some time to reflect." Freeland quit as finance minister on Monday morning just hours before she was set to present the government's fall economic statement. That kicked off a day of turmoil on Parliament Hill that began with a morning cabinet meeting and wrapped with an evening meeting of the Liberal caucus, where some members called for Trudeau to step aside as party leader. That includes New Brunswick MP Wayne Long, one of 23 caucus members who signed a letter back in October calling for Trudeau to quit. "We certainly have more MPs than last time. So, if I had to guess how many more right now, I'd say we're probably at 40 to 50 right now," Long said. "But there's a lot more than that. I mean, this is so different than times before." The attempt to oust Trudeau earlier in the fall took up a great deal of oxygen on Parliament Hill, but ultimately failed to garner support from inside the cabinet. This time, Long said, at least five cabinet ministers believe it's time for a change at the top. "I certainly am one to say to my colleagues, to ministers in particular: 'Let's come out of the shadows,'" Long said. "Let's openly, once and for all, state how we feel and let's move forward with what we know has to happen." After the failed coup in October, Liberal MPs told reporters they believed Trudeau was taking time to reflect. But the very next day, he publicly stated his intention to stay on as leader at a press conference. The Liberals have faced three non-confidence votes in the House of Commons this fall and have struggled to advance legislation because of a filibuster on a Conservative privilege motion related to misspending at a now-defunct green technology fund. On Tuesday, Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre once again called on NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh to topple the government, criticizing him for voting against the latest non-confidence motion last week. Poilievre said Canada needs a new prime minister because U.S. president-elect Donald Trump can smell weakness from a mile away and the Trudeau government is weak. Bloc Québécois Leader Yves-François Blanchet also said a new Parliament is needed "as soon as possible," and he wants to see an election called in January. Blanchet said Trudeau has lost the political, moral and ethical authority to govern. He said the election should happen as soon as possible in the new year because Canadians do not want a campaign over the holiday season. On Monday, Singh called for Trudeau to step down but did not make a firm comment on whether the NDP would declare non-confidence in the Liberal government. Instead, Singh said "all options are on the table." The NDP, which ended a formal supply-and-confidence agreement to support the Liberals in September, has since voted with the government on all three non-confidence motions. Singh has repeatedly said a Poilievre-led Conservative government would cut things New Democrats have fought for like dental care, pharmacare and other social programs. The Tories are also calling on the House of Commons trade committee to study the tariff threat between the week of Jan. 6 and Jan. 20, the date of Trump's inauguration. The House of Commons is expected to rise for the holiday break on Tuesday and return on January 27. In her resignation letter, Freeland said she's been at odds with Trudeau in the last few weeks over the government's fiscal priorities. She said the government should do away with costly "political gimmicks" and instead set money aside to deal with a potential tariff war with the U.S. Dominic LeBlanc was sworn in as the new finance minister Monday, minutes after the government's fall economic statement was released. The economic update shows the deficit has grown to nearly $62 billion, far beyond the $40-billion target Freeland set earlier this year. It includes $1.3 billion in new spending on measures to beef up the border in response to Trump's threat to impose 25 per cent tariff threats on Canadian goods. LeBlanc, who is also in charge of intergovernmental affairs and democratic institutions, says his main priority as finance minister will be to address affordability issues. 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Three-month-old kit Roxie, who it is believed died due to stress caused by fireworks.(RZSS via SWNS) By Elizabeth Hunter via SWNS A zoo has issued a plea for people to avoid letting off Hogmanay fireworks - after Bonfire Night blasts caused the death of a baby red panda . Three-month-old Roxie, a red panda at Edinburgh Zoo , died after choking on her own vomit, as explosions boomed across the city throughout Bonfire Night. Roxie’s mother Ginger also died unexpectedly five days earlier, which may have been linked to fireworks. Ben Supple, the wildlife conservation charity’s deputy chief executive, said, “Edinburgh Council cannot create a fireworks exclusion zone around the zoo in time for Hogmanay due to the minimum consultation period required, so we are asking residents to help by not setting off fireworks which may frighten animals. “As always, we will do all we can to protect animals in the zoo from fireworks, including keeping them indoors and providing deep bedding where possible to reduce the impact of the noise.” (RZSS via SWNS) The charity’s call for tighter restrictions on fireworks has received enormous support since Roxie’s death in November. Ben added, “We have been inundated by messages from people who were shocked by what happened to Roxie and believe the UK government should ban fireworks from being sold to the public due to the severe impact they can have on animals. “Firework control zones are a positive step but only part of the solution as the noise from explosions can carry over long distances. So-called silent fireworks are also an improvement, though they can emit low frequency sounds which can cause distress to animals. “We believe displays should be restricted to organized events which use the latest light and drone technology and are completely silent. "This would help avoid devastating consequences for animals while ensuring that people can still enjoy traditional celebrations like Hogmanay.”QR technology installed at airport for guidance Islamabad : The Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority has installed QR Technology at the Islamabad International Airport which would be of great help for guidance of passengers. A spokesman of the Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority said that passengers after scanning the QR code can easily watch map of the ‘Departure Lounge’. With the help of the interactive map, the special passengers can also get guidance to the path which is easy and dedicated for them. Moreover, the QR application is also helpful for passengers to get information and guidance about General Lounge and VIP Lounge, prayer area, washrooms and food area. The Civil Aviation Authority in recent past, introduced QR Code at the Islamabad Airport for registration of complains with the authority.

LOS ANGELES , Dec. 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Cadiz, Inc. (NASDAQ: CDZI / CDZIP) ("Cadiz," the "Company"), a California water solutions company, today announced that its Board of Directors has declared the following cash dividend on the Company's 8.875% Series A Cumulative Perpetual Preferred Stock (the "Series A Preferred Stock"). Holders of Series A Preferred Stock will receive a cash dividend equal to $560.00 per whole share. Holders of depositary shares, each representing a 1/1000 fractional interest in a share of Series A Preferred Stock (Nasdaq: CDZIP), will receive a cash dividend equal to $0.56 per depositary share. The dividend will be paid on January 15, 2025 , to applicable holders of record as of the close of business on January 3, 2025 . About Cadiz, Inc. Founded in 1983, Cadiz, Inc. (NASDAQ: CDZI) is a California water solutions company dedicated to providing access to clean, reliable and affordable water for people through a unique combination of water supply, storage, pipeline and treatment solutions. With 45,000 acres of land in California , 2.5 million acre-feet of water supply, 220 miles of pipeline assets and the most cost-effective water treatment filtration technology in the industry, Cadiz offers a full suite of solutions to address the impacts of climate change on clean water access. For more information, please visit https://www.cadizinc.com . Safe Harbor Statement This release contains "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and such forward-looking statements are made pursuant to the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. "Forward-looking statements" describe future expectations, plans, results, or strategies and are generally preceded by words such as "anticipates", "expect", "may", "plan", or "will". Forward-looking statements include, without limitation, projections, predictions, expectations, or beliefs about future events or results and are not statements of historical fact, including statements regarding the Company's expectations regarding payments of dividends in the future. You are cautioned that such statements are subject to a multitude of risks and uncertainties that could cause future circumstances, events, or results to differ materially from those projected in the forward-looking statements. These and other risks are identified in our filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "Commission"), including without limitation our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2023 and our Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q and other filings subsequently made by the Company with the Commission. All forward-looking statements contained in this press release speak only as of the date on which they were made and are based on management's assumptions and estimates as of such date. We do not undertake any obligation to publicly update any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of the receipt of new information, the occurrence of future events or otherwise. View original content to download multimedia: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/cadiz-inc-declares-quarterly-dividend-for-q4-2024-on-series-a-cumulative-perpetual-preferred-stock-302339009.html SOURCE Cadiz, Inc.Sharks visit the Kraken after Walman's 2-goal game

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (AP) — President-elect Donald Trump promised on Tuesday to “vigorously pursue” capital punishment after President Joe Biden commuted the sentences of most people on federal death row partly to stop Trump from pushing forward their executions. Trump criticized Biden’s decision on Monday to change the sentences of 37 of the 40 condemned people to life in prison without parole, arguing that it was senseless and insulted the families of their victims. Biden said converting their punishments to life imprisonment was consistent with the moratorium imposed on federal executions in cases other than terrorism and hate-motivated mass murder. “Joe Biden just commuted the Death Sentence on 37 of the worst killers in our Country,” he wrote on his social media site. “When you hear the acts of each, you won’t believe that he did this. Makes no sense. Relatives and friends are further devastated. They can’t believe this is happening!” Presidents historically have no involvement in dictating or recommending the punishments that federal prosecutors seek for defendants in criminal cases, though Trump has long sought more direct control over the Justice Department's operations. The president-elect wrote that he would direct the department to pursue the death penalty “as soon as I am inaugurated,” but was vague on what specific actions he may take and said they would be in cases of “violent rapists, murderers, and monsters.” He highlighted the cases of two men who were on federal death row for slaying a woman and a girl, had admitted to killing more and had their sentences commuted by Biden. Is it a plan in motion or more rhetoric? On the campaign trail, Trump often called for expanding the federal death penalty — including for those who kill police officers, those convicted of drug and human trafficking, and migrants who kill U.S. citizens. “Trump has been fairly consistent in wanting to sort of say that he thinks the death penalty is an important tool and he wants to use it,” said Douglas Berman, an expert on sentencing at Ohio State University’s law school. “But whether practically any of that can happen, either under existing law or other laws, is a heavy lift.” Related: Berman said Trump’s statement at this point seems to be just a response to Biden’s commutation. “I’m inclined to think it’s still in sort of more the rhetoric phase. Just, ‘don’t worry. The new sheriff is coming. I like the death penalty,’” he said. READ: Most Americans have historically supported the death penalty for people convicted of murder, according to decades of annual polling by Gallup, but support has declined over the past few decades. About half of Americans were in favor in an October poll, while roughly 7 in 10 Americans backed capital punishment for murderers in 2007. Death row inmates are mostly sentenced by states Before Biden's commutation, there were 40 federal death row inmates compared with more than 2,000 who have been sentenced to death by states. “The reality is all of these crimes are typically handled by the states,” Berman said. A question is whether the Trump administration would try to take over some state murder cases, such as those related to drug trafficking or smuggling. He could also attempt to take cases from states that have abolished the death penalty. Could rape now be punishable by death? Berman said Trump's statement, along with some recent actions by states, may present an effort to get the Supreme Court to reconsider a precedent that considers the death penalty disproportionate punishment for rape. “That would literally take decades to unfold. It’s not something that is going to happen overnight,” Berman said. Before one of Trump's rallies on Aug. 20, his prepared remarks released to the media said he would announce he would ask for the death penalty for child rapists and child traffickers. But Trump never delivered the line. What were the cases highlighted by Trump? One of the men Trump highlighted on Tuesday was ex-Marine Jorge Avila Torrez, who was sentenced to death for killing a sailor in Virginia and later pleaded guilty to the fatal stabbing of an 8-year-old and a 9-year-old girl in a suburban Chicago park several years before. The other man, Thomas Steven Sanders, was sentenced to death for the kidnapping and slaying of a 12-year-old girl in Louisiana, days after shooting the girl's mother in a wildlife park in Arizona. Court records show he admitted to both killings. Some families of victims expressed anger with Biden's decision, but the president had faced pressure from advocacy groups urging him to make it more difficult for Trump to increase the use of capital punishment for federal inmates. The ACLU and the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops were some of the groups that applauded the decision. Biden left three federal inmates to face execution. They are Dylann Roof, who carried out the 2015 racist slayings of nine Black members of Mother Emanuel AME Church in Charleston, South Carolina; 2013 Boston Marathon bomber Dzhokhar Tsarnaev ; and Robert Bowers, who fatally shot 11 congregants at Pittsburgh’s Tree of Life Synagogue in 2018 , the deadliest antisemitic attack in U.S history. _______ Associated Press writers Jill Colvin, Michelle L. Price and Eric Tucker contributed to this report. Copyright 2024 The Associated Press . All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.

Antioch Baptist Church 332 Elizabeth St., Sewickley. 412-741-7688. antiochfwbaptistsewickley.org. Morning worship and praise service is at 10:45 a.m. First Sunday Sunday School is at 9:30 a.m. First Friday virtual Bible study is at 7 p.m. A link is available via Pastor Dean’s Facebook page. Beth Samuel Jewish Center 810 Kennedy Drive, Ambridge. 412-266-5238. bethsamuel.org. Beth Samuel Jewish Center offers weekly Shabbat services, family services once a month and Kabbalat Shabbat services online once per month. There is also Religious School every Sunday. Additional events are as follows: First Friday: Family Service at 7 p.m. in the sanctuary, followed by an Oneg in the social hall. Shabbat Morning Services: Saturday mornings at 10 a.m. in the sanctuary, followed by a Kiddush in the social hall. Kabbalat Shabbat Services: Usually on the third Friday of the month, at 7 p.m. on Zoom. Contact the office for the link. This get-together frequently includes a visiting musician, cantor, rabbi or other noteworthy guest. Religious School: From preschool through bar-bat mitzvah, every Sunday morning on campus. To learn more, call, go online or email bethsamuel office@comcast.net. Community Presbyterian Church of Ben Avon 7501 Church Ave., Ben Avon. 412-761-1233. cpcba.squarespace.com. Join us as we worship with our newly installed pastor, the Rev. Heather Shoenewolf, on Sunday mornings at 10:30. We are a Matthew 25 church, gay-­affirming and LGBTQ-friendly, and we support racial justice and equity. Divine Redeemer Parish 200 Walnut St., Sewickley. 412-741-6650. divine-redeemer.com. Divine Redeemer Parish celebrates weekend Masses at 4:30 p.m. Saturdays at St. James Church and 5 p.m. at St. Mary Church in Aleppo. Sunday Masses are celebrated at 8 and 11 a.m. at St. James and 9:30 a.m. at St. Mary. Weekday Masses and Adoration are celebrated as well. Check the website for Mass times and other information and events. First Church of Christ, Scientist 222 Beaver St., Sewickley. 412-741-4552. christiansciencepgh.org. Sunday morning services are held at 10:30 a.m. Join us for inspiration, peace and healing. Services include music, hymns and readings from the Bible and “Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures” by Mary Baker Eddy. On Sunday, Dec. 1, join the church for Christmas carols and refreshments after the service. For weekly Bible lessons, call 412-532-2222. Grace Anglican Church 325 Church Lane, Edgeworth. 412-724-1676. edgeworthanglican.com. Join the church Sunday morning for a traditional service of Holy Communion at 10:15 a.m. and on First Saturdays at 4 p.m. for a quiet contemplative service of prayer and Holy Communion. Morning Prayer services are every Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday at 8 a.m. Little Hill United Methodist Church 2350 Magee Road Ext., Franklin Park. 412-741-4920. Morning worship is at 10 a.m. Adult Sunday School takes place at 9 a.m. Holy Communion is every first Sunday of the month. Sewickley Presbyterian Church 414 Grant St., Sewickley. 412-741-4550. sewickleypresby.org. Sunday worship services are held at 8 a.m., 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. The 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. services are livestreamed. Discipleship hour is at 10 a.m. on Sundays. For a complete list of weekly groups and studies, visit the website. Sewickley United Methodist Church 337 Broad St., Sewickley. 412- 741-9430. sewickleyumc.org. The Sewickley United Methodist Church has two services each Sunday: 9 a.m. contemporary, featuring our praise band Leap of Faith; and 11 a.m. traditional, with nursery care and children’s ministries during both services. The church is a reconciling congregation and openly welcomes all people. St. Brendan’s Episcopal Church Corner of Rochester and McAleer roads, Franklin Park. 412-364-5974. stbrendans.org. St. Brendan’s is an open, welcoming and active church that holds in-person worship with Eucharist at 8 a.m. and 10 a.m. Sundays and 6 p.m. Wednesdays. Nursery coverage is available for children at the Sunday 10 o’clock service, which is livestreamed on YouTube. The church holds a monthly Children’s Service at 10 a.m. on the fourth Sunday of each month, inviting young members to take part by reading and serving during the liturgy. On Dec. 22, the Christmas pageant will serve as the Children’s Service. St. Brendan’s is seeking donations of stuffing mix, canned yams and other vegetables, cranberry sauce and biscuit mix. The foods will be distributed by the North Hills Food Bank. The Justice Ministry is collecting gently used winter coats for the men and women helped through the Neighborhood Resilience Project in Pittsburgh. Gloves, mittens, hats and scarves are welcome as well. Donations may be brought to the church lobby. The Book Club will meet on Dec. 2 at 1 p.m. in the library to discuss by “Tom Lake” by Ann Patchett. The novel is a story of quiet reflection about family life and the development of mature love. Sticks and Strings, the parish crafts group for those who knit, crochet or embroider, continues to meet on the first Friday and third Wednesday of every month, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., in the church library. Morning Prayer is offered at 8 a.m. Monday through Friday via Zoom. Bible Study is held at 11 a.m. Tuesdays via Zoom. Contact the office for links. St. John’s Lutheran Church 1320 Church St., Ambridge. 724-266-5618. stjohnsambridge.org. The congregation of St. John’s Lutheran Church will present a live outdoor Nativity on Dec.7 beginning at 5 p.m. and repeating every 20 minutes until the last presentation, which starts at 7:20 p.m. New additions to the cast include live animals such as donkeys, camel, sheep, goats and cattle. The dining room, serving authentic German food, will be open from 3-7:30 p.m. The public is invited to join. The historic church building will be open to the public and guided tours will be offered from 2-7:20 p.m. In addition, Old Economy Village will be hosting Christmas at the Village. The event takes place at the beautifully decorated, candlelit 19th century village and will feature local musical performances and holiday lights, along with kids’ crafts and activities, and the opportunity to meet Belsnickel, the Pennsylvania Dutch Santa Claus. St. Luke the Evangelist Parish 2586 Wexford Bayne Road, Franklin Park. saintluke.net. Single adults over the age of 21 are invited to join ASPIRE (Adult Single People: Inspiring, Relating, Evolving) Ministry for a light meal on Dec. 13 at 6:30 p.m. Spiritual director Karen Lehman, ME, will offer a presentation entitled “Gratitude.” Lehman is a former Pittsburgh diocesan educator and previously a Sister of Divine Providence. This event will provide time for discussion and fellowship. Please register at saintluke.net/aspire-events. Every month, Saint Luke the Evangelist hosts a sensory-friendly Mass for those who may find it challenging to attend a typical Sunday Liturgy. This Mass is intentionally designed to lessen environmental stimulus to provide a prayerful, welcoming and non-judgmental worship experience for everyone in the parish. Families with small children, individuals with Autism, asthma, ADHD, sensory processing disorder, Down’s Syndrome, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and adults with dementia and Alzheimer’s can worship in an environment that respects their individuality and lovingly incorporates them as accepted and celebrated members of the parish community. While it is geared toward people with sensory issues, all people are welcome to attend this Mass. St. Matthews AME Zion Church Corner of Walnut and Thorn streets, Sewickley. 412-742-4239. Services at 10:30 a.m. Sundays. Visit the YouTube channel, @StmatthewsAmez1862, where services are streamed. St. Paul’s Lutheran Church 616 Washington St., Sewickley. 412-741-8484. Sunday worship is at 10 a.m.; Sunday school at 9 a.m. Weekly Bible study is at 10 a.m. Tuesdays at the Edgeworth Eat’n Park. The Kids’ Community Closet is a “free-cycle” community space to share kids’ clothes (birth through size 14/16). All clothing is free and in good, very gently used condition — some items still have tags on. There are no applications, income requirements, or donations necessary. The Kids’ Community Closet is located at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church and is open 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Saturday, and noon to 2:30 p.m. every Tuesday. St. Stephen’s Anglican Church 405 Frederick Ave., Sewickley. 412-741-1790. ststephenschurch.net. Regular weekend services are held Sundays at 8 a.m., 9:15 a.m. and 11:15 a.m. Groups, classes and events for all ages including Bible Studies, single mom’s groups, memory loss support group, GriefShare, and men’s and women’s service groups. Sunday morning children’s programming is available for birth through fifth grade. Visit ststephenschurc.net/weekend-children to learn more about our events and resources for parents. Join the church on Dec. 4 for the annual Christmas Carnival from 6-8 p.m. New this year is pizza for purchase. Come enjoy a night of festivities including crafts, games, hot cocoa bar, and popcorn bar — and don’t forget to visit the photo booth! Joining in Sewickley Borough’s Light up Night on Dec. 6, the Henning House (Broad Street side of church campus) will be open from 5-9 p.m. offering a festive craft for all ages, hot chocolate and (a limited number) of light sabers for the kiddos. All are welcome to stop by. Gray Matter Roundtable is a fellowship opportunity for those who are retired (or nearing retirement) to strengthen community with each other and with our broader St. Stephen’s family. The group meets on the last Wednesday of every month (1:30 – 3 p.m.) with the specific intent to connect with, learn from and serve one another. Call the church to register. Triumph Church 1293 Mt. Nebo Road, Ohio Twp. 412-630-8204. triumph1293.org. Sunday worship is at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday evening online Bible study takes place at 6:30 p.m. (contact the church for Zoom information). The angel tree provides gifts for teenagers up to age 18 and serves the children of Crisis Center North. The last day to submit a gift is Dec. 8. Youth night is every Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. An online bible study takes place on Wednesdays at 6 p.m. with Pastor Craig Giles. Visit the website for the Zoom link and password. A senior ministry bible study is held in person and online on Fridays at 10:30 a.m. Volunteers are needed for the fourth Friday of every month for Triumph’s food distribution. From 2-4 p.m. volunteers will set up and package food and from 5-7 p.m., volunteers will distribute and breakdown the set up. Visit the website to sign up. To have your church or place of worship’s upcoming events listed in the Sewickley Herald, email information to Katie Green, kgreen@triblive.com.THREE KEY FACTS Vaccine mandates caused huge pain to a “substantial minority” during the Covid pandemic and Government should consider whether their benefits outweighed their harms, a new report says. The first phase of the Royal Commission of Inquiry into the Covid-19 response was presented to the Government this week. The damage mandates caused to social cohesion needed to be considered when planning for future outbreaks, report author Professor Tony Blakely says. We have a “threenager” in the house. So, I’ve been listening to an audiobook, recommended by my sister-in-law, on disciplining three-years-olds. The book says it’s important for parents to admit when they make mistakes and apologise to their children. It’s about setting examples etc, etc. I thought about that this week when the Covid royal commission landed and the man who ran our Covid response refused to apologise for the things he got wrong.