var digesttext = "<!-- Header --><style type=\"text/css\">P.item { margin-top: 10px; margin-bottom: 8px; font-family: arial, helvetica, verdana, sans-serif; padding-bottom: 10px; border-bottom: 1px solid #999; line-height: 1.45em }a { color: #00499B; }#items { font-size: 13px; }SPAN.description { color: #222; line-height: 1.25em }SPAN.date { color: #888; font-size: 11px; }SPAN.date A { color: #247; }SPAN.grey { color: #888; font-weight: bold; font-size: 22px; }</style><div id=\"items\"><!-- Items --><p class=\"item\"><big><span class=\"grey\">&raquo;</span> <a href=\"http://www.uscg.mil\">CG News Headlines Removed</a></big><br/><span class=\"date\">02/09/10 15:15 from <a href=\"http://www.uscg.mil/\">USCG News Headlines</a></span><br /><span class=\"description\">CG News items available via Coast Guard home page.</span><br /></p><p class=\"item\"><big><span class=\"grey\">&raquo;</span> <a href=\"http://www.arcno.org/index.php?bShow=249&cat=1\">American Red Cross Releases Five Year Report on Response to Hurricane Katrina</a></big><br/><span class=\"date\">12/08/10 16:16 from <a href=\"http://www.citizencorps.gov/news/\">National Community Preparedness News</a></span><br /><span class=\"description\">Five years after a hurricane season that wreaked havoc on the Gulf Coast, the American Red Cross (ARC) released “Bringing Help, Bringing Hope,” a report that details the Red Cross response to Hurricanes Katrina, Rita and Wilma and the ensui..</span><br /></p><p class=\"item\"><big><span class=\"grey\">&raquo;</span> <a href=\"http://www.fema.gov/news/newsrelease.fema?id=52348\">Voluntary Agencies Lead Long-Term Disaster Recovery</a></big><br/><span class=\"date\">12/08/10 16:16 from <a href=\"http://www.citizencorps.gov/news/\">National Community Preparedness News</a></span><br /><span class=\"description\">While FEMA and the State of West Virginia are providing a restart for many homes in the counties hardest hit by June storms, voluntary community service and faith-based organizations are tackling the longer term needs of many households. Vo..</span><br /></p><p class=\"item\"><big><span class=\"grey\">&raquo;</span> <a href=\"http://www.hhs.gov/news/press/2010pres/08/20100809a.html\">HHS Announces Availability of Health Center New Access Point Grants</a></big><br/><span class=\"date\">12/08/10 16:16 from <a href=\"http://www.citizencorps.gov/news/\">National Community Preparedness News</a></span><br /><span class=\"description\">U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius announced the availability of up to $250 million in grants for New Access Points for the delivery of primary health care services for under served and vulnerable popul..</span><br /></p><p class=\"item\"><big><span class=\"grey\">&raquo;</span> <a href=\"http://www.nationalservice.gov/about/newsroom/releases_detail.asp?tbl_pr_id=1845\">CNCS Announces Grants to Build Nonprofit Capacity, Achieve Greater Results</a></big><br/><span class=\"date\">12/08/10 16:16 from <a href=\"http://www.citizencorps.gov/news/\">National Community Preparedness News</a></span><br /><span class=\"description\">The Corporation for National and Community Service awarded its new Nonprofit Capacity Building Program grants totaling $1 million to increase the capacity of nonprofits to improve lives in communities facing economic hardships. The two-year..</span><br /></p><p class=\"item\"><big><span class=\"grey\">&raquo;</span> <a href=\"http://www.nationalservice.gov/about/newsroom/releases_detail.asp?tbl_pr_id=1844\">President Obama Awards Citizen Service Heroes with Medal of Honor</a></big><br/><span class=\"date\">12/08/10 16:16 from <a href=\"http://www.citizencorps.gov/news/\">National Community Preparedness News</a></span><br /><span class=\"description\">President Obama awarded 13 Americans the 2010 Citizens Medal, the nation\'s second-highest civilian honor, for their exemplary acts of service. This year\'s recipients are powerful reminders of the impact individuals can have on their communi..</span><br /></p><p class=\"item\"><big><span class=\"grey\">&raquo;</span> <a href=\"http://www.fema.gov/news/newsrelease.fema?id=52320\">National Weather Service Releases Mid-Year Forecast, Calling For Active Hurricane Season</a></big><br/><span class=\"date\">11/08/10 05:16 from <a href=\"http://www.citizencorps.gov/news/\">National Community Preparedness News</a></span><br /><span class=\"description\">NOAA\'s National Weather Service issued its latest forecast for the 2010 Atlantic Hurricane Season, reaffirming its May forecast of an active Atlantic hurricane season. In light of this latest forecast, FEMA reminds Americans living in coast..</span><br /></p><p class=\"item\"><big><span class=\"grey\">&raquo;</span> <a href=\"http://www.redcross.org/portal/site/en/menuitem.94aae335470e233f6cf911df43181aa0/?vgnextoid=6bb5a96d0a94a210VgnVCM10000089f0870aRCRD\">Web Users Increasingly Rely on Social Media to Seek Help in a Disaster</a></big><br/><span class=\"date\">11/08/10 05:16 from <a href=\"http://www.citizencorps.gov/news/\">National Community Preparedness News</a></span><br /><span class=\"description\">A new American Red Cross (ARC) survey shows many web users would turn to social media to seek help for themselves or others during emergencies—and they expect first responders to be listening.</span><br /></p><p class=\"item\"><big><span class=\"grey\">&raquo;</span> <a href=\"https://email.fema.net/exchweb/bin/redir.asp?URL=http://www.fema.gov/preparednesstaskforce\">DHS and FEMA to Host National Dialogue on Preparedness</a></big><br/><span class=\"date\">06/08/10 05:16 from <a href=\"http://www.citizencorps.gov/news/\">National Community Preparedness News</a></span><br /><span class=\"description\">The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Office of Intergovernmental Affairs and Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Protection and National Preparedness are hosting a National Dialogue on Preparedness to supplement the mission and ..</span><br /></p><p class=\"item\"><big><span class=\"grey\">&raquo;</span> <a href=\"http://www.dhs.gov/ynews/releases/pr_1280864546408.shtm\">Secretary Napolitano Announces New Community-Based Law Enforcement Initiatives in Conjunction with National Night Out</a></big><br/><span class=\"date\">04/08/10 16:15 from <a href=\"http://www.citizencorps.gov/news/\">National Community Preparedness News</a></span><br /><span class=\"description\">Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Janet Napolitano today announced a series of initiatives to support state and local law enforcement and community groups across the country in identifying and mitigating threats to their commu..</span><br /></p><p class=\"item\"><big><span class=\"grey\">&raquo;</span> <a href=\"http://www.redcross.org/portal/site/en/menuitem.94aae335470e233f6cf911df43181aa0/?vgnextoid=13f825d459d3a210VgnVCM10000089f0870aRCRD\">American Red Cross Unveils New, Improved Technology to Help the Public During Disasters </a></big><br/><span class=\"date\">04/08/10 16:15 from <a href=\"http://www.citizencorps.gov/news/\">National Community Preparedness News</a></span><br /><span class=\"description\">In preparation for the height of what could be a very active hurricane season, the American Red Cross has unveiled new and updated technology to help families stay safe and reconnect during a disaster. “Every day, millions of people use the..</span><br /></p><p class=\"item\"><big><span class=\"grey\">&raquo;</span> <a href=\"http://armylive.dodlive.mil/index.php/2010/08/antiterrorism-awareness-month/\">Antiterrorism Awareness Month</a></big><br/><span class=\"date\">04/08/10 15:12 from <a href=\"http://www.citizencorps.gov/news/\">National Community Preparedness News</a></span><br /><span class=\"description\">August is Antiterrorism Awareness Month accross the Army. This month, the Army will promote the antiterrorism (AT) program, which is designed to protect personnel, information, property, and facilities in all locations and situations agains..</span><br /></p><p class=\"item\"><big><span class=\"grey\">&raquo;</span> <a href=\"http://emergency.cdc.gov/disasters/earthquakes/psa.asp\">Webinar on Preparing Your Community for Hurricane Season</a></big><br/><span class=\"date\">29/07/10 16:41 from <a href=\"http://www.citizencorps.gov/news/\">National Community Preparedness News</a></span><br /><span class=\"description\">The CDC has a variety of earthquake Audio, Video, and Multimedia Resources available. These include Public Service Announcements (PSAs), Podcasts, TV Crawls, and American Sign Language Resources. CDC Earthquake PSAs and Podcasts provide tim..</span><br /></p><p class=\"item\"><big><span class=\"grey\">&raquo;</span> <a href=\"http://www.weather.gov/com/stratplan/\">National Weather Service draft Strategic Plan Ready for Public Comment</a></big><br/><span class=\"date\">29/07/10 16:40 from <a href=\"http://www.citizencorps.gov/news/\">National Community Preparedness News</a></span><br /><span class=\"description\">The National Weather Service (NWS) draft Strategic Plan is ready for public comment. This strategic plan works to \"anticipate service needs in the 2020 time frame, project what science and technology will allow, and establish meaningful out..</span><br /></p><p class=\"item\"><big><span class=\"grey\">&raquo;</span> <a href=\"http://www.nationalservice.gov/about/newsroom/releases_detail.asp?tbl_pr_id=1829\"> Inaugural Social Innovation Fund Grants Awarded to Experienced Innovators</a></big><br/><span class=\"date\">29/07/10 16:16 from <a href=\"http://www.citizencorps.gov/news/\">National Community Preparedness News</a></span><br /><span class=\"description\">In response to the increasing health needs, economic challenges and gaps in youth achievement facing low-income rural and urban communities, the Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS) announced its inaugural Social Innovation..</span><br /></p><p class=\"item\"><big><span class=\"grey\">&raquo;</span> <a href=\"http://www.hhs.gov/news/press/2010pres/07/20100726a.html\">$2.25 Billion in Grants Extend Money Follows the Person Rebalancing Demonstration</a></big><br/><span class=\"date\">29/07/10 16:16 from <a href=\"http://www.citizencorps.gov/news/\">National Community Preparedness News</a></span><br /><span class=\"description\">Americans with disabilities will have more help to live independently and remain in their homes and communities instead of in institutional long-term care facilities, such as nursing homes, through the availability of $2.25 billion in grant..</span><br /></p><p class=\"item\"><big><span class=\"grey\">&raquo;</span> <a href=\"http://emergency.cdc.gov/gulfoilspill2010/2010gulfoilspill/health_surveillance.asp\">Gulf Oil Spill 2010 Health Surveillance</a></big><br/><span class=\"date\">29/07/10 13:53 from <a href=\"http://www.citizencorps.gov/news/\">National Community Preparedness News</a></span><br /><span class=\"description\">CDC, along with the affected Gulf Coast states, has developed a plan to track potential short-term health effects related to the oil spill. Surveillance systems track changes in the number and severity of illnesses and injuries in a populat..</span><br /></p><p class=\"item\"><big><span class=\"grey\">&raquo;</span> <a href=\"http://usps-news.blogspot.com/2010_07_01_archive.html#269423543288387668\">Recreational Boating & Fishing Foundation and the Boy Scouts of America Sign Memorandum of Mutual Support</a></big><br/><span class=\"date\">28/07/10 17:03 from <a href=\"http://usps-news.blogspot.com\">USPS News</a></span><br /><span class=\"description\">The Recreational Boating & Fishing Foundation (RBFF) and the Boy Scouts of America (BSA) today announced that the two organizations have signed a Memorandum of Mutual Support, agreeing to work collaboratively on initiatives that support one..</span><br /></p><p class=\"item\"><big><span class=\"grey\">&raquo;</span> <a href=\"http://usps-news.blogspot.com/2010_07_01_archive.html#7206579384796743994\">EPA Requests Feedback on Performance Standards on Marine Sanitation Devices</a></big><br/><span class=\"date\">26/07/10 21:05 from <a href=\"http://usps-news.blogspot.com\">USPS News</a></span><br /><span class=\"description\"> As discussed by Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) officials at the American Boating Congress this past May, the agency is now calling for comments on marine sanitation devices (MSDs). Specifically, EPA seeks input regarding vessels ope..</span><br /></p><p class=\"item\"><big><span class=\"grey\">&raquo;</span> <a href=\"http://www.fema.gov/news/newsrelease.fema?id=52219\">Administrator Fugate Statement On 20th Anniversary Of Americans With Disabilities Act</a></big><br/><span class=\"date\">26/07/10 16:39 from <a href=\"http://www.citizencorps.gov/news/\">National Community Preparedness News</a></span><br /><span class=\"description\">This week Craig Fugate, the Administrator of FEMA, issued a statement in honor of the 20th anniversary of the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act. He began with \"The Americans with Disabilities Act was a critical milestone in our..</span><br /></p><p class=\"item\"><big><span class=\"grey\">&raquo;</span> <a href=\"http://www.nesc.wvu.edu/rci/\">The Resilient Communities Initiative</a></big><br/><span class=\"date\">08/07/10 16:16 from <a href=\"http://www.citizencorps.gov/news/\">National Community Preparedness News</a></span><br /><span class=\"description\">As part of the West Virginia University (WVU) Energy and Community Resilience Programs and Initiatives, this is a \"West Virginia and regionally focused initiative to improve community resilience in response to hazardous events and increase ..</span><br /></p><p class=\"item\"><big><span class=\"grey\">&raquo;</span> <a href=\"http://usps-news.blogspot.com/2010_05_01_archive.html#3850411868701134187\">Jeppesen and United States Power Squadrons Announce Partnership</a></big><br/><span class=\"date\">27/05/10 19:08 from <a href=\"http://usps-news.blogspot.com\">USPS News</a></span><br /><span class=\"description\">Navigation Expert and Non-Profit Boating Education Organization Work Together to Enhance and Promote Safety on the WaterNavigation expert Jeppesen and nationwide non-profit boating organization United States Power Squadrons (USPS) today ann..</span><br /></p><p class=\"item\"><big><span class=\"grey\">&raquo;</span> <a href=\"http://usps-news.blogspot.com/2010_05_01_archive.html#3812724520576977219\">BoatU.S. Guidelines for Recreational Boaters to Contend with Gulf Oil Spill</a></big><br/><span class=\"date\">02/05/10 19:47 from <a href=\"http://usps-news.blogspot.com\">USPS News</a></span><br /><span class=\"description\"> Boat Owners Association of The United States (BoatUS) recommends the following tips for recreational boaters:  If your marina or boat club puts oil containment booms in place, do not attempt to cross the booms with your boat. This will onl..</span><br /></p><p class=\"item\"><big><span class=\"grey\">&raquo;</span> <a href=\"http://usps-news.blogspot.com/2010_02_01_archive.html#8256305419564148478\">The Ensign writer wins award</a></big><br/><span class=\"date\">15/02/10 13:59 from <a href=\"http://usps-news.blogspot.com\">USPS News</a></span><br /><span class=\"description\">The survival tale of sailors attempting to rescue a stricken vessel set adrift during an icy Lake Superior storm won first place for The Ensign writer Marlin Bree in the Seamanship, Rescue & Safety category of the 2009 Boating Writers Inter..</span><br /></p><p class=\"item\"><big><span class=\"grey\">&raquo;</span> <a href=\"http://usps-news.blogspot.com/2010_02_01_archive.html#4472849840974131494\">Managing the Waterway DVD promotion runs through 28 Feb.</a></big><br/><span class=\"date\">10/02/10 22:45 from <a href=\"http://usps-news.blogspot.com\">USPS News</a></span><br /><span class=\"description\">To celebrate the fifth anniversary of their Managing the Waterway electronic charting DVDs, the MTW series creators are running an online promotion through 28 Feb.: When you purchase the 2010 DVD set from their website, you\'ll also receive ..</span><br /></p><!-- Footer --></div><div class=\"fdpoweredby\" style=\"text-align: right; font-size: 10px; font-family: sans-serif\"><a style=\"color: #888\" href=\"http://feed.informer.com\">Powered by Feed Informer</a></div><script type=\"text/javascript\">/* <![CDATA[ */document.write(\"<img src=\'http://hits.informer.com/log.php?id=44&amp;r=\"+ Math.round(100000 * Math.random()) + \"\' />\");/* ]]> */</script><script type=\"text/javascript\" src=\"http://208.88.226.83/log_e.php?id=H2TQUIBSL1&amp;r=0.552774820697248\"></script>";
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