Good News Notes: “Hantsport, Nova Scotia-based CKF Inc.’s Earthcycle brand of compostable and recyclable packaging has expanded its range of sustainable options. The company designed, tested and trialed paper sleeves for a variety of fresh produce, including apples, kiwis, avocados and berries, according to a news release. Positive feedback has instigated new programs, and the sleeves will…
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Sustainable Hemp Packaging is the Future of Industrial Packaging
Good News Notes: “The future of packaging is ripe for capitalization by the drivers of sustainability culture. With the battle lines drawn and forces at play in motion, change is now inevitable. The question arises: how quickly can the industry grow in the space of the next decade? With an increasing number of nations banning…
Why Are Our Waterways Shrinking?
We hear a lot about global warming and climate change. So, it would be easy to step back, shrug our shoulders and blame them for the receding water. There is, however, a more direct offender, cows. Those peaceful, harmless pasture grazers on the side of the road might look insignificant. They also look quite tasty…
Please Let Us Help You!
Good News Notes: What a wonderful problem to have. With all the stories we hear about families out of work, out of their homes and out of food, one food bank is desperate to help. In Kennewick, Washington, one food bank, Sozo Food Bank, actually has too much food! According to the director, Kristin Baldwin,…
An 11-year-old is spreading kindness to other kids on Facebook
Good News Notes: “11-year-old Jordan Lusby has created a group that is helping spread kindness to other kids. It’s called Kids Kindness and you can join this group on Facebook. It started with just ten members, and now about three months later, they have over 700 members in 13 states. Here’s the way it works – post…
Declining eyesight can be improved by looking at red light, pilot study says
Good News Notes: “It will be as easy as brushing your teeth or shaving, and as long as future studies support it, it just might save your eyesight.” “If the results are replicated in future studies, and approved by the US Food and Drug Administration, the light could augur a new era in which millions…
Produce and milk for elderly, caregivers and all local families in need
Good News Notes: “COVID-19 has impacted business and everyday life, and right now a lot of the community is in need. A group of non-profits joined together to show that even though a lot of events and plans have been canceled but giving back has continued. The Legacy Center typically serves seniors with Alzheimer’s and Dementia….
21 Savage Launches Free Online Financial Program For Youth
Good News Notes: “Rapper 21 Savage will be launching a free online financial literacy education program for youth sheltered at home during the coronavirus pandemic. The Grammy winner announced his new Bank Account At Home nationwide initiative on Wednesday (July 1). His efforts will include a partnership with Atlanta mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms to provide free…
Chef Spike Mendelsohn’s Plant-Based, Planet-Friendly Restaurant Expands to Fourth Location
Good News Notes: “Co-founded by celebrity chef Spike Mendelsohn, PLNT Burger has officially announced the launch of its fourth location, which is located in Wynnewood, Pa., and will provide plant-based, planet-friendly, and affordable food options to hungry consumers in the region. ‘We’re thrilled to bring PLNT Burger to Wynnewood,’ said Mendelsohn. ‘As we continue to expand locations…
Bernie Ecclestone becomes a father at 89
Good News Notes: “Former Formula One mogul Bernie Ecclestone, 89, and wife Fabiana Flosi, 44, have announced the birth of their son. The baby boy was born on Wednesday and is named Ace, a spokesperson for Ecclestone confirmed to CNN. The new arrival will be the billionaire’s first son, and his first child with Flosi, joining…