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Gender Pay Gap Report 2017
The Donkey Sanctuary is committed to diversity among our staff. Gender equality is a significant part of this commitment, and gender pay gap reporting is an important element of transparency in helping us to achieve this.
Under legislation that came into force in April 2017, UK employers with more than 250 employees are required by law to publish an annual gender pay gap report.The pay gap
Our analysis shows that the difference between men and women's earnings at the charity is 21% (mean) or 9% (median) based on hourly rates of pay at the snapshot date of 5 April 2017. The charity's 9% median is significantly below the UK median of 18.4%.
The Donkey Sanctuary is proud that its female staff members are well represented across all pay grades. We have a policy of paying men and women equally for doing the same or equivalent jobs at the charity and we evaluate all jobs using a clear, robust and validated job evaluation system.Our findings
We recently utilised the expertise of a rewards and benefits consultant to implement a revised pay and banding framework. This was based on benchmark pay for roles using voluntary sector salary surveys such as the National Council for Voluntary Organisations.
The Donkey Sanctuary is therefore confident that the gender pay gap does not arise from paying men and women at the charity differently for doing equivalent jobs.
Our research indicates that The Donkey Sanctuary's gender pay gap is primarily the result of the roles which men and women work in and the salaries that these roles attract.
At the time of reviewing, men were slightly more likely to be in senior specialist roles with high market pay rates than in front-line roles at the lower end of the organisation's pay scale. This has resulted in both the mean and median gender pay gap.Positive steps
Since last April we have made some positive steps in addressing the levels of gender equality and how effectively talent is rewarded. A number of senior appointments have been female and the first phase of our Rewards and Benefits review has also sought to erode disparities.
We are working hard to understand any other influences that may have contributed to the gap. Many of the key issues have been identified, but there is still work to do. The charity is conducting further analysis by band and job role and, where any gaps are identified, we will look to address them in the next phase of the Reward and Benefits review which is planned for later this year.
This important issue will be constantly reviewed as we remain committed to ensuring that all our employees are treated fairly.
A helping hand for newborn foal
Staff at The Donkey Sanctuary's Brookfield Farm near Honiton have taken on the task of hand-rearing a newborn foal after it was rejected by its mother.
Vets at the charity took the decision to hand-rear the foal after it was clear he had no energy and did not demonstrate the 'suck reflex' which foals need to feed.
Leyla Anstee, farm manager at Brookfield said: "The mare and foal were not together or showing any signs of the bonding process that would normally take place. We carefully tried to encourage her to accept him, but this young and inexperienced mum simply did not want to let her foal suckle - it was clear that she had rejected him."
The mare, called Millie, arrived into the care of The Donkey Sanctuary in poor condition. She was relinquished in June 2017 along with seven other donkeys after their owner passed away. At just two-years-old, the young nervous donkey was up to six months in foal and needed expert care to bring her back to good health if she was to be able to safely carry and deliver a healthy foal.
Despite his tricky start in life, the foal made it through his first day and night, and appears to be coping well with being hand reared. Millie is also in good health and has since returned to normal life within the herd at Brookfield. Both of their futures are looking positive, thanks to the expert care of farm and veterinary staff at The Donkey Sanctuary.
The foal has been named Ben, in memory of staff member Ben Kennett who sadly passed away in March 2018. Ben worked at The Donkey Sanctuary for 26 years and was a well-known character at the charity. Maxine Carter, farm manager at The Donkey Sanctuary's Slade House Farm where Ben worked says: "Ben was a strong and wonderful man. This place was his life, Ben loved his donkeys as much as we loved him."
The Donkey Sanctuary champions donkeys and their welfare, and aims for a world where donkeys live free from suffering and their contribution to humanity is fully valued.
Spring Raffle 2018 results
We are delighted to announce the winning ticket numbers for our Spring 2018 Raffle, which was drawn by Mike Baker, CEO on Wednesday 9 May 2018.
The winning tickets are:
1st prize (£5,000)
Winning ticket number: 2758248
2nd prize winner (£1,000)
Winning ticket number: 2534981
3rd prize winner (£500)
Winning ticket number: 2480393
Runner Up winners (30 x £50)
Ticket Numbers: 1038417, 1068975, 1101119, 2085291, 2148633, 2220226, 2239120, 2239124, 2271956, 2363150, 2378097, 2458004, 2482137, 2515489, 2542105, 2559526, 2568369, 2624076, 2636737, 2687037, 2699153, 2702851, 2732488, 2820641, 2820732, 2824210, 2824216, 2838370, 2859231, 2820731
Fast Reply winners (30 x Donkey tea towel)
Ticket Numbers: 1022656, 1058083, 2010136, 2041977, 2090538, 2244316, 2251543, 2291709, 2293942, 2299510, 2321173, 2336533, 2372870, 2397497, 2409371, 2444277, 2560750, 2577016, 2618459, 2618939, 2623308, 2678694, 2732062, 2819168, 2841220, 2859608, 2877863, 2892088, 2923836, 2925563
We would like to say a huge thank you to everyone who took part in our Spring Raffle this year. We have been overwhelmed by the enormous response, and your amazing generosity continues to help us to reach more and more donkeys that desperately need help.
World Donkey Day kicks off Donkey Week
To celebrate World Donkey Day (Tuesday 8 May) and the 35th Donkey Week, we're sharing 10 interesting and defining facts about these gentle and highly intelligent animals.1) Donkeys bond and form lifelong friendships
Bonded donkeys enjoy doing lots of activities together, from mutual grooming to keeping watch while the other one sleeps. Donkeys can become distressed when they are separated and some bonds are so strong that even separating them over a stable door can cause them stress and upset.2) Donkeys come in all shapes, sizes and colours
There are over 44 million donkeys worldwide and 186 breeds – from a Miniature Mediterranean donkey standing at 31 inches tall to the long, matted haired Poitou donkeys standing at 63 inches tall. The most common colour of a donkey is grey and the rarest colour is pure white.3)The six sounds of the donkey
The bray is one of six sounds made by a donkey. The other sounds are a growl, grunt, squeal, whuffle and snort. The bray is the loudest and can travel over several kilometres and is individual to each donkey.4) Donkey don't smile they 'flehmen'
Donkeys curl up their top lip and expose their front teeth, known as a 'flehmen response' when they find a new or interesting smell. The flehmen response helps transfer smells to an organ just above the roof of mouth that processes new smells.5) The legend of the cross
Most donkeys display a cross of dark coloured fur on their backs. This is a combination of a 'dorsal stripe' along their spines and a 'shoulder stripe' across their shoulders. Some believers see the cross-shaped marking as a symbol of the animal bearing Jesus into Jerusalem on Palm Sunday.6) Donkeys help children to learn
In places like Ethiopia, Zimbabwe and Colombia donkeys bring education and spread the joy of reading to children by pulling makeshift mobile libraries, when otherwise books might not be accessible. (http://www.bbc.com/culture/story/20180410-biblioburro-the-amazing-donkey...)7) In times of war
Donkeys have worked on the frontline carrying wounded soldiers and supplies. Their presence can mean the difference between life and death. John Simpson Kirkpatrick was enlisted in the Australian Imperial Force and worked as a stretcher bearer in Gallipoli in Turkey. John found a stray donkey on the beaches, which helped to carry 300 casualties from the front line. The donkey was awarded the RSPCA Australian Purple Cross for animal bravery.8) Eco donkeys
In desert areas, feral and wild donkeys dig to access groundwater, providing a vital lifeline for smaller animals such as birds and chipmunks.9) The bond between donkeys and humans is closer than you think
Research has shown that a donkey's heart rhythm can synchronise with, and even influence those of a human when they interact. Because these heart rhythms reflect how we're feeling, a donkey's calming mood can reduce a person's anxiety. The limbic system, the part of a donkey's brain associated with emotion, behaviour, motivation and memory, is the same size as that of a human.10) The white van
In many parts of the world, donkeys are the equivalent of our white van, family car, school bus, ambulance and tractor, all rolled into one. Owning a donkey can be a lifeline to families, and a donkey can even support entire communities by helping with essential daily tasks – from fetching water for the village to transporting goods to market.Donkey Week 2018
From 8–15 May, The Donkey Sanctuary will be hosting its 35th Donkey Week at its international headquarters in Sidmouth, Devon. Hundreds of people from as far away as Italy, France and America will be attending the unique donkey-themed holiday. Daily activities include donkey grooming and walking, tractor and trailer rides, informative talks and evening entertainment.
Donkey Week is a legacy from The Donkey Sanctuary's founder, Dr Elisabeth Svendsen MBE, who wanted to create a holiday that brought people together from around the world who shared the love of donkeys. Donkey Week has been running every year since 1983.
The Donkey Sanctuary to attend the Scottish Equine Welfare Conference
Equine owners across Scotland are invited to a valuable day of learning and insight at the annual Scottish Equine Welfare Conference, which will be attended by The Donkey Sanctuary.
The event is a key date in the Scottish equestrian calendar and will be held on 11 May at the Weipers Centre Equine Hospital, Glasgow.
The annual conference, now in its fourth year is a collaboration between The Donkey Sanctuary, The British Horse Society Scotland, World Horse Welfare, SSPCA and the Scottish Government.
Focusing this year on 'Keeping the Modern Equine', the event will cover a wide range of issues and will feature speakers from across the industry including Roly Owers, Derek Knottenbelt, Russell Guire, Jane Myers, Sheila Voas and Dr Sue Dyson. It is set to be a fascinating and insightful day for anyone involved with equines at all levels.
Hannah Bryer, head of welfare at The Donkey Sanctuary says: "The focus of this year's event looks at the common challenges facing many horse and donkey owners in the modern world. With expert speakers covering a range of topics, we hope to provide a platform for experts and owners to come together to share their ideas, experiences, challenges and explore resolutions and our donkey welfare advisers will also be on hand to answer any questions.
"The Donkey Sanctuary is delighted to be working in conjunction with The British Horse Society, World Horse Welfare, SSPCA and the Scottish Government and remains committed to improving the welfare of donkeys and mules through engagement, education and advice."
Helene Mauchlen, British Horse Society national manager for Scotland says: "The conference is a fantastic event which provides a whole host of practical and thought-provoking information to support equine owners, sharers and loaners into making the right decisions for their animals."
Helene continued: "In Scotland, the biggest welfare challenges our equines face include obesity, over-rugging, incorrect management and delayed death which are all issues that can be addressed through education. I'd urge anyone who has responsibility for a horse, pony or donkey to join us at the conference in Glasgow."
Tickets cost £35 (£15 for Local Authorities and Charity Field Officers), for a full programme list and to book tickets please go to: http://www.bhs.org.uk/enjoy-riding/events-and-competitions/events/region...
For more event information please contact: 01764 656334 or email: email@example.com
A bray of thanks to our Marathon magnificent seven
In temperatures topping 24°C, a team of seven runners took on the 2018 London Marathon, raising nearly £16,000 for The Donkey Sanctuary. The group all had their own reasons for taking on the challenge but shared the same goal of supporting the work of the charity.
Swapping the shores of her island home in Bermuda, Claire de Ste Croix ran alongside her brother James Tomkinson from Cornwall. Claire thought she would never race competitively again after being caught up in the 2013 Boston Marathon bombings – she'd just finished the race when the bombs were detonated. Claire and James crossed the finish line on The Mall on Sunday afternoon together in four hours, thirty seven minutes and 29 seconds.
Victoria Lack from Germany found the event amazing but was extremely glad to have got to the finish; she posted a time of five hours, twenty four minutes and 59 seconds.
Staff nurse Lesley Walker teamed up with running partner Stuart Hurcomb and were determined to cross the line together. The pair have been used to training in freezing temperatures around their homes in Broxburn, near Edinburgh, often having to deal with snow and icy conditions. In what was officially the hottest London Marathon on record, according to the Met Office, Stuart registered a time of four hours, 14 minutes and 50 seconds with Lesley just one second behind.
Joining the team just two weeks before the race, Melody Vasey completed the course in six hours, five minutes and 56 seconds. Melody chose The Donkey Sanctuary after spotting the advert in the London Marathon magazine.
Kimmarie Smith from North Devon showed an amazing amount of guts and determination and was cheered through the final stages of the event by the fundraising team. Spurred on by her husband she posted a time of seven hours, twenty-nine minutes and 47 seconds.
Louise Jones, community fundraising manager at The Donkey Sanctuary said: "Our runners are always amazing people but to complete the marathon in such searing heat this year was an absolutely incredible achievement! We want to say a massive thank you to them all for their amazing efforts."
Louise continued: "We so value their support and determination to fundraise in this way by taking part in such an iconic race and I know they really, really loved every minute of it! Just to hear their feedback and see them afterwards was a very humbling and inspiring feeling."
New collaboration to develop equine welfare in China
Two of the UK's leading equine welfare charities, The Donkey Sanctuary and World Horse Welfare have formed a groundbreaking partnership with the China Horse Industry Association (CHIA) and the Chinese Veterinary Medical Association (CVMA) to improve equine welfare in China.
The signing of the Memorandum of Association (MoU) was announced yesterday (Monday 23 April 2018) during the 15th World Equine Veterinary Association (WEVA) Congress in Beijing.
Working towards a common goal to promote equine welfare in China, The Donkey Sanctuary, World Horse Welfare, CHIA and CVMA will collaborate on improving equine welfare through education and research to bring about the highest international standards.
The four organisations' expertise, skills and strengths will benefit the health and welfare of China's equines, of which there are an estimated 5.4 million donkeys, 2.9 million mules and 5.9 million horses.
Mike Baker, CEO, The Donkey Sanctuary, sees this unique collaboration as positive step forward for donkey welfare in the country. "Working with World Horse Welfare, CHIA and CVMA will be groundbreaking for equine welfare in China," he said.
"This agreement is a great opportunity as China clearly needs support to develop the necessary equine veterinary expertise and the practicing vets with specific donkey and horse knowledge and experience. This partnership will provide the chance to give these animals the healthcare they desperately need. We welcome the enthusiasm of CHIA and the equine sector involved with this event to improve animal welfare and it is so encouraging to see the massive strides being taken for better care of donkeys, horses and other animals."
The Donkey Sanctuary also launched The Clinical Companion of the Donkey, a definitive textbook for clinicians and professionals working in donkey medicine or surgery, which was made available in both Chinese and English.
Welcoming the partnership, Dr Faith Burden, director of research and operational support at The Donkey Sanctuary said: "The response we have received from the Chinese veterinary community has been amazing – the textbook has been really well received."
Roly Owers, CEO, World Horse Welfare said: "To make a difference we have to work in partnership and we are delighted to support China's horse industry and their equine vets to help them reach the highest health and welfare standards. Equine vets, equipped with the necessary skills, have a fundamental role to play in China's expanding equestrian market and beyond, and it is essential that they receive the training and support they need to be world class. Together we look forward to adding value to help improve the welfare of all equines in China."
Claire turns the tables on tragedy with London Marathon run
Bermuda resident Claire de ste Croix will join tens of thousands of runners pounding the streets of the capital this weekend for the 2018 London Marathon. Joined by her brother James, she'll be covering the 26.2 miles in support of The Donkey Sanctuary.
Despite being a regular competitor at events in the past, Claire vowed never to run another marathon after witnessing tragedy in 2013. But after a call from her brother in the UK, she's bravely stepping up to the challenge.A surreal moment
Seasoned runner Claire could not have imagined taking part in another marathon after being caught up in the Boston Marathon bombings in 2013. Her expected time would have seen her cross the finishing line at the same time as the bombs were detonated, but she had managed to run eleven minutes quicker meaning she was going through the processing channel as the terrorists struck.
Claire recalls: "It was a surreal moment; I was being processed through the processing chute when the explosions happened. It was a terrible tragedy and it upset me no end and I vowed never to run another marathon."Desire to run
The decision to run again came after a call from her brother James. He was going through a tough time following a back injury and was dosed up on pain killers recovering at home in the UK. From his couch, James was watching the 2016 London Marathon and was inspired by all the runners and also by the Royal Family who were supporting mental health issues. This was a pivotal moment and the motivation James needed to set his goal on the 2018 London Marathon.
Claire continued: "James' desire to run to aid his recovery and to mark his 50th birthday helped make my decision to support him, this is a massive undertaking for him and knowing I can help him achieve this was what I needed to make my decision."Doing it for donkeys
The choice to raise funds for The Donkey Sanctuary was a straightforward one for the pair as when they were children, their mother Beryl rescued the families' first donkey Brandy from a meat market. After feeling sorry for her in a bedraggled state with her sad eyes, the donkey was squeezed into the back of their Land Rover and taken home.
It was soon discovered Brandy was pregnant and she gave birth to a foal which they named George. The two lived a happy life for many years before becoming ill after eating poisonous plants.
The Donkey Sanctuary were called in to help but after trying everything they could, Brandy and George sadly passed away. Claire adds that the charity: 'Went above and beyond the call of duty in their efforts and they couldn't have done anymore to help."Truly inspirational
Claire and James will be part of a team of six runners taking part in the event to raise money for The Donkey Sanctuary and while the others are based across the UK and Europe, at three and a half thousand miles away Claire will be travelling the furthest to take part.
Louise Jones, community fundraising manager at The Donkey Sanctuary said: "Claire's story is truly inspirational and we are so grateful to her and James for supporting The Donkey Sanctuary. Without the support of dedicated fundraisers like this we would not be able to continue our vital work to help donkeys around the world to live a life free of suffering."
To support their Claire's fundraising efforts please visit her JustGiving page.
Visit to China to launch new professional textbook
The Donkey Sanctuary will officially launch its new professional textbook, The Clinical Companion of the Donkey, on Saturday 21 April 2018 at the 15th World Equine Veterinary Association (WEVA) Congress in Beijing, China.
Chief executive Mike Baker and director of research Dr Faith Burden will be among representatives from The Donkey Sanctuary attending the WEVA Congress to celebrate the launch of the donkey-specific textbook, which focusses on all aspects of donkey health and welfare.
The event is seen by The Donkey Sanctuary as pivotal in equine health and welfare and the charity is delighted to be able to demonstrate its commitment to the sharing of this important knowledge and the promotion of best practice to all those who work with and care for donkeys, to improve their welfare globally.
While in China, The Donkey Sanctuary will take the opportunity to engage with key players in government, industry and the veterinary community to promote the highest international standards of donkey welfare.Related articles
Our top tips for getting to the start line
'The London Marathon' – it's a tough thing to say, let alone do! But every year, more than 40,000 amazing people take to the capital's streets to run for all manner of charitable causes.
I ran for the Donkey Sanctuary in 2015. It was an incredible experience and, whilst the miles of training were very long, it was all worth it in the end, running down the Mall and crossing that finish line.
But the most rewarding thing was knowing the money I raised by taking this 26.2-mile challenge on went towards helping thousands of donkeys and mules around the world.
From those 200 donkeys Dr Elisabeth Svendsen inherited nearly 50 years ago, last year the Donkey Sanctuary provided sanctuary to over 7,000 animals across Europe, and I was lucky enough to meet some of them.
These beautiful animals have so much character and are full of energy, deserving none of the mistreatment or malnourishment they receive. That's why it's so important people run for donkeys.
I want to encourage more people to run for the Donkey Sanctuary, which is why I've made a survival guide to the London Marathon!
It's a video where myself and the London Marathon runners of 2018 give our top tips for getting to the start line on marathon day.
From the number of miles you should train, to what should be in your fridge, this is marathon 101 straight from the donkeys' mouths!
When I ran the London Marathon three years ago, I was in my final year of a Classics BA at Warwick University, before moving onto a Sports Journalism MA at St. Mary's University, Twickenham.
My passion is sport, whether I'm taking part or commenting on it, and the course let me channel this through video production.
Armed with my video production skills and a camera, I went down to Sidmouth to meet the donkeys and create this video, which I hope will encourage more people to run for the Donkey Sanctuary.
So enjoy watching, and all that's left to say to the 2018 London Marathon is: Do It For Donkeys!
Warren Muggleton
Donkeys rescued from Spanish 'farm of horrors'
The Donkey Sanctuary in Spain has secured the safety of three donkeys who were left in darkness to suffer alongside many other desperate and dying animals in a "farm of horrors".
The team at El Refugio del Burrito responded to a tip-off about the farm in Bormujos, Sevilla, and were horrified by what they found.No food or water
"The smell of death was devastating," said Veronica Sanchez, sanctuary director. "Two horses were in an advanced state of decomposition and there were a multitude of bones from many animals scattered all over the ground. Next to this cemetery, other animals were still alive but had no food or water."
When they arrived to investigate, it was clear that this was one of the worst cases of animal neglect, our Spanish partners had ever seen.
In the dark rooms full of excrement, they found three donkeys sharing their nightmare existence with horses, dogs, sheep, chickens and a goat.Nightmare existence
Veronica and staff at El Refugio del Burrito worked tirelessly to try to complete the legal removal of the dying animals, and immediately called the Seprona – the animal police in Spain.
An urgent application was made seeking authority to confiscate the remaining animals who were starving to death.
Much to the frustration of sanctuary staff on the ground, the local authorities with the power to give the operation the green light dragged their heels and when they returned the next day, the donkeys had vanished.Donkey disappearance
Veronica added: "We returned to give water and food to the animals on the farm and we had an awful surprise in that the three donkeys and a horse had disappeared.
"Apparently, the owner had been informed that they were going to be seized and he took them. This was really disappointing because we knew this was going to happen and we were expecting quicker action from the police.
"However, we later received an anonymous call telling us where we could find the donkeys and horse and we were able to take them to a safe place. Not only could we save the donkeys, but the rest of the animals that were in the farm were also taken to local animal sanctuaries.
"We hope now that the case will proceed to court, because it is totally obvious that this owner is not only incapable of giving these animals the proper care, but he is mistreating them and letting them die without any veterinary treatment."New names, new home
Once the trio's safety had been secured, The Donkey Sanctuary collaborated with an animal sanctuary called Fundación Santuario Gaia who offered to take the donkeys and give them a loving forever home.
Now called Seina, Gabriela and Manel, the donkeys are enjoying a happy life and a brighter future which had previously seemed impossible.
Thanks to your support, our teams around the world are there to fight for the rights of donkeys, no matter how desperate the situation. El Refugio del Burrito are working hard to take the case to court.
Mules with long feet given fighting chance of recovery
Three Scottish mules with grossly overgrown hooves have been given a fighting chance of survival thanks to vital treatment offered up by The Donkey Sanctuary.
In the absence of appropriate farriery care, their feet had grown so much that they painfully curled back on themselves, potentially causing lasting ligament damage.Collaboration and care
The stallion trio were rescued by the Scottish Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SSPCA) in the north of Scotland and it was agreed they would be taken to a holding base in Aberdeen where we could provide all the care and treatment they needed.
The Donkey Sanctuary's donkey welfare adviser for the region, Gill Hamilton, had never seen hooves in such state of neglect, however, she knew she had a team of experts she could call upon to relieve the pain and suffering – but they're not out of the woods yet.Not out of the woods
Maisie, Indie and Oscar were given immediate pain relief before a holding base vet came to assess the animals; a farrier was booked right away to remove the excessive curling and twisted hooves.
Gill, who has been caring for the four-legged friends, said: "If these poor mules were left, eventually they would have been unable to walk due to the shape of their hooves. The damage to the joints and tendons would have required immediate euthanasia.Unable to walk
"All three had been left to fend for themselves and were really not used to being handled. They needed to be sedated to allow the farrier to trim their hooves.
"Oscar and Indie are now allowing me to stroke them and we have established a daily routine for feeding and mucking out, although Maisie does present a bit more of a challenge with his behaviour."Given a chance
The mules will remain on pain relief to help them adjust to their newly-shaped hooves and they will be x-rayed to determine if there is any further damage.
At this time, until we can assess how the hooves grow and we can start to reduce the pain relief, the outcome is still uncertain – but thanks to your support, they have been given the best chance of recovery.
Help us save more donkeys like Roma
Roma is just one of many abandoned donkeys taken into our care each year from Ireland. When we found this little donkey foal stuck in a freezing bog we were there to pull her to freedom. We need your vital support. Donate today to offer a brighter future to desperate donkeys like Roma. Find out more about how your support is helping...
How donkey 'therapy' helps autistic young adults
Emily is autistic and has very limited vision and hearing, making communication difficult for her, but The Donkey Sanctuary and a miniature donkey named Juniper have helped her make a connection into the world around her.
23 year old Emily often struggles to control her emotions and can at times become very distressed and confused, but since coming to The Donkey Sanctuary, Emily has learnt that donkeys are more than just adorably long ears, soft furry noses and charming characters; donkeys matter and can help with the development of critical life skills, such as managing emotions in vulnerable children and adults.
The Donkey Sanctuary has six centres around the UK offering Donkey-Facilitated Learning sessions. The sessions use a calm and mindful approach to bring people and donkeys together, and provide opportunities for emotional connection, social interaction, communication and confidence building.
Emily had a particularly difficult year in 2017, after badly damaging her leg in an accident. Confined to a wheelchair whilst her leg was healing, she became very withdrawn and frustrated, and found it difficult to understand what was going on. When she first attended The Donkey Sanctuary to take part in the interaction sessions, Emily wasn't interested and was incredibly anxious.
Melissa, Emily's mum commented: "The staff and donkeys were patient and understanding, and gradually Emily started to feel more positive and engaged with the activities.
Her sessions with Juniper helped her to relax, and she enjoyed being by his side touching his coat, brushing his tail, and just his presence alone was calming and Emily seemed to mirror this. After her accident, when she needed to build up her strength and confidence, Juniper helped her recovery as she was motivated to walk with him around the arena.
Melissa, Emily's mum, talks about the changes in Emily: "Emily was so locked in before we started, and being close to the donkeys really tunes her into herself and the world around her. She is always calm and grounded, and after her visits the positive effects can last for days. She is 'feeling' her emotions more now, and starting to understand them."
Emily has formed a special bond and friendship with miniature donkey Juniper. Emily giggles and talks to him, always saying 'goodbye Juniper' at the end of the session. Mum Melissa says that this has really helped with her communication and she now even interacts with her pet dogs at home, whereas before she wouldn't.
Caron Whaley, director of donkey-assisted therapy at The Donkey Sanctuary, says: "As social creatures donkeys are very aware of their environment and the people within it. I have witnessed sessions where people that may struggle to communicate or connect emotionally with another human somehow seem to be able to connect with our donkeys."
Juniper benefits from time spent with Emily and their interaction too. It keeps him active and enriches his life by stimulating his mind. During the sessions Juniper has a free rein and it's his choice to approach Emily and spend time with her, or to move away if he wishes.
When Juniper is with Emily, he shows signs of relaxation and curiosity. Like all donkeys, Juniper is very intelligent, and the mental stimulation which comes with interacting with new people and new experiences makes his life more enriching. The gentle movement that Juniper undertakes in these sessions also helps him physically as he has mild arthritis, which is managed with medication, but helped by keeping him active.
Buzz and friends get a fresh start
Nine donkeys have been brought into the care of The Donkey Sanctuary after a commercial operator from North East England failed to make adequate improvements to their welfare.
The donkeys were underweight but continued to be booked for events.
Several welfare agencies, including The Donkey Sanctuary, RSPCA, World Horse Welfare and British Horse Society, had made prolonged attempts to support the donkeys alongside the local authority that licenses the commercial operators, but the improvements were not adequate.
Case proceedings were started but, as the owner signed them over, the decision was made at that point not to progress further. The owner's licence as a commercial operator has not been renewed.
The donkeys, Maisie, Fallon, Paddy, Jack, Mini, Buzz, Sonic, Woody and Bobby, have since gone on to join new herds on our farms where their needs were best met – young, lively male donkeys get along and play together, while a mare in foal needed to be kept in quieter company.
These donkeys, who have been given sanctuary for life, are doing well and have reached a healthy weight. It is hoped that some of them may eventually be suitable to join our Rehoming Scheme to enjoy life with a loving family of Donkey Guardians.Buzz
Buzz is a donkey who stands out in the herd – for his lovely character and because of his floppy left ear. We aren't sure why or how his ear became this way before he was in our care – he could have been born that way – but it certainly adds to his charm.
He is a very friendly donkey, with a sweet and gentle nature. His groom Emma Mortimer says that he can be a real worrier when faced with new experiences, and that he needs his friends to give him confidence, but he soon follows where they lead.
His friendship group includes a group of four other donkeys – Sonic, Woody and Bobby were relinquished alongside Buzz, and Oscar who came into our care at a similar time to them.
Buzz and Oscar have formed quite a close bond, and are often found together. It is common for donkeys to bond and form lifelong friendships. This is something that we take into account with every aspect of care here at The Donkey Sanctuary.
Fond farewell to Charlie C
Devoted staff at The Donkey Sanctuary have said their farewells to beloved donkey Charlie C who has passed away at the age of 26.
The ex-adoption donkey was originally from Devon but proved popular at our sanctuary in Birmingham, having spent more than two decades delighting visitors there.
He arrived in Birmingham in 1997 at just five years old and it was obvious that his charming personality, fluffy coat, and daily bray would make him a perfect choice for our adoption scheme.
Charlie had thousands of adopters over the years and the staff are always asked how he is doing.
Andrew Perry, a groom from our sanctuary in Birmingham, said: "Charlie has provided interaction sessions for children and adults. Loved by all, Charlie stood quietly to be stroked and groomed and even placed his head on their shoulders at times.
"Charlie was one of the only donkeys that would walk over to you when called by name. Every day, waiting for his lunch you would hear a staff member calling him and he would come trotting over licking his lips - much to the delight of visitors, volunteers and staff alike."
In 2015 he lost his long-standing best friend Donk Dean, and for a long time he kept himself to himself.
However, more recently, he befriended an 11-year-old big, brown donkey called Bert who arrived in Birmingham having been abandoned in Ireland.
Bert gave Charlie a real boost in his later life and the pair could be found playing tug-of-war with a wellington boot!
Charlie passed away quietly and peacefully, surrounded by the staff who had cared for him for over 20 years.
He will be sadly missed, but the memories of our fluffy, funny friend will last forever.
Branching out for donkeys in Tanzania
Community projects around the world are showing us that it is vital to involve local people when it comes to improving donkey welfare in the long-term.
In Tanzania, The Donkey Sanctuary is supporting a programme called Roots and Shoots to improve the welfare of thousands of donkeys.
Through sharing stories and knowledge, and encouraging grassroots activism, the value of donkeys for children in school to owners who use their animals to farm is becoming clear.
Thanks to our supporters we can fund Roots and Shoots to integrate donkey welfare action projects into their school club activity in more than 20 schools across northern Tanzania.
Recently, the team set out on a walk to assess the welfare of 256 donkeys in the region.
Gumbo Mhadeni, donkey project co-ordinator, said: "It's really helpful to know the welfare status in relation to the seasonal variation. Right now, it's the farming season and many donkeys play a gigantic role.
"Overall health was OK, but we observed some injuries that might have been caused by long working hours during the farming season.
"For local sustainability of our action projects, we have seen it is very crucial to involve local people who are willing and devote their time - they are so full of passion."
We are continuing to see the positive effects of this global youth programme, whose guiding principle is that knowledge leads to compassion and compassion leads to action.
Ensuring the safeguarding of animal welfare post-Brexit
The Donkey Sanctuary has welcomed the news that the European Parliament has today approved a Resolution that prevents deregulation in animal welfare post-Brexit.
The charity is part of the Brexit Task Force within the Eurogroup for Animals and has been working at a national level to ensure there are no reductions in animal welfare standards when Britain leaves the EU.
The vote is a significant step forward in securing animal welfare standards following Brexit and comes ahead of the negotiations on the long-term relationship where Parliament will have a final say.
Valentina Riva, advocacy manager at The Donkey Sanctuary, says: "We see today's vote as a very positive step towards ensuring animal welfare standards are upheld. It is important we give a voice to donkeys and not leave these animals to their fate when it comes to Brexit."
Valentina continued: "We have been working within the Eurogroup for Animals' Brexit Task Force on many levels and have provided veterinary expertise and policy guidance and will continue to support this important work."
The Resolution clearly sets out the conditions that Parliament needs to see in any final deal in order for MEPs to grant their approval.
Crucially, thanks to the efforts of several Members of the European Parliament Intergroup on the Welfare and Conservation of Animals, and Eurogroup for Animals, the Resolution contains a number of strong provisions on animal welfare, including 'A requirement for the UK to adhere to animal health and welfare rules (as a minimum) in order to create a level playing field.'
Donkey sent on Afghanistan suicide mission
The Donkey Sanctuary has spoken out after armed opposition terrorists loaded a donkey with bombs and sent it on a suicide mission against a security target in Afghanistan.
The charity has condemned the attack, which took place on Monday, 12 March, in its entirety. Two policemen in Kunar province were injured when explosives being carried by a donkey were detonated before it reached its intended target of a security post.
Reported by Chinese news agency Xinhua, provincial police chief Haqnawaz Haqyar said: "The armed opposition terrorists adjusted an explosive device on a donkey and were attempting to detonate it next to a police checkpoint in the Sayed Khil area of Sarkano, but a police patrol stopped the donkey and the militants nearby detonated it with remote control injuring two local police personnel."Cruel and cowardly
Simon Pope, rapid response and campaigns manager at The Donkey Sanctuary, says: "Donkeys are often called beasts of burden but the only beasts in this story are the cruel individuals who sent them on such a cowardly and fateful mission. That they should use an innocent animal in this way is shameful."
Taliban militants who are active in Sarkano district and largely dependent on suicide and roadside bombings have yet to comment on the attack
Simon continues: "Used across the world to deliver heavy loads, this is not the first time the humble donkey has been exploited in this most barbaric way. The animals have been used to carry bombs in Afghanistan on at least two occasions in the past – in 2009 and 2014.
"In the 2009 attack, the poor creature was shot before it reached a security post after a guard noticed men running away from the donkey after sending it running towards the post."Previous attacks
In 2014, Hamas militants used a donkey laden with explosives for a suicide attack on an Israeli army position in the southern city of Rafah, near the Egyptian border. Troops were forced to open fire on the animal - blowing it up before it reached them.
Animal-borne attacks tend to catch security forces unaware and the latest donkey attack in Afghanistan will give Afghan security forces another potential threat to look out for.
The Donkey Sanctuary champions donkeys and their welfare, and aims for a world where donkeys live free from suffering and their contribution to humanity is fully valued.
Margarita saved from illegal camp of starving animals
The Donkey Sanctuary in Spain has come to the aid of authorities after they seized a number of mistreated equines.
Local police conducted a raid in Badajoz, Spain and found 26 famished animals in the hands of a group of Portuguese travellers, known as ciganos, who were engaged in the illegal trafficking of animals and collection and sale of scrap metal.
Police seized the animals, and called upon local animal welfare charities for help – our sanctuary in Spain, El Refugio del Burrito, were quick to respond.Open wounds
Among the animals seized from the illegal camp were five horses and a mule. Verónica Sanchez, director of El Refugio del Burrito, said: "All the animals seized were found in an extremely poor and frail condition. The equines had open wounds caused by inappropriate harnesses - their extreme thinness and the excessive weight of the carts they pulled - which was around 450 to 500 kg - only exacerbated the wounds."
The conditions that the animals were living in within the camp were grim. With no access to water or quality food, foraging only on what they could find in the field - the majority of animals were suffering from dehydration and starvation.
Often, the animals were not kept secure and would wander off in search of food and water into the capital Badajoz, straying onto busy roads. Sadly, this is a recurring problem.
Carlos Rosa, a local veterinarian, explained: "Every year it is the same story. The ciganos come across the border from Portugal to deal equines in Extremadura, Spain. The animals run free looking for food, and are found loose on the roads, injured or dead, which represents a case of animal mistreatment and compromises the safety of citizens on the road."Mule and donkey rescued
This problem also occurs when the animals are no longer of any use to the ciganos – they abandon them when they are sick or too old. This is how we found elderly donkey Candy, roaming free on a national road. He was frail and of no further use, so cast out and left to fend for himself. Candy is now safely in our care, and enjoying the rest of his days at El Refugio del Burrito where he has everything he needs.
The mule which was seized from this camp is also now living at the sanctuary, freed from her suffering. Margarita, as she's been named, is 27 years old.
Our vets needed to give her a full assessment, to identify any health concerns that we would need to deal with to help her on her road to recovery. This was not easy, as Margarita was so nervous.A stressful experience
Coral Ruiz, head of animal welfare of El Refugio del Burrito said: "When Margarita first came into the sanctuary, our vet tried to check her, but it was impossible because of the fear she had, she urinated on herself several times and she was shaking - she clearly looked stressed. We decided to leave her for a while and give her some space, so she could have the time she needs to become familiar with us and feel comfortable".
Now Margarita was settled, staff can work on improving her health. Within just one month, she has gained weight from being fed a high calorie diet with vitamins and minerals and is looking much better. Her teeth are in a very poor state, and urgent dental work was required to help her eat comfortably – further visits from the equine dentist are needed to extract painful broken teeth.
She also has joint pain in the hind limbs, possibly derived from osteoarthritis and the over-weight loads she was carrying.
While Margarita is in recovery staff will continue to monitor her progress and assess her quality of life – she is responding very well to treatment and we are hopeful for her future in our care.Working together
Rosa Chaparro, communications manager who assisted with Margarita's rescue, said: "This case of animal abuse is the direct consequence of a problem of social exclusion. The people who form these camps do not have resources or properties, and culturally this is their way of living - they are travellers, they survive on the margin of legality.
"They go from place to place looking for sustenance and scrap. They buy, change and sell animals to make a living. In the end, as always, those who pay for the consequences of social inequalities are the most vulnerable people, children and animals. We hope that the competent authorities in Portugal will do something to help these people, to help integrate them into society so that they can earn a living in a legal way, that their children can go to school and break the circle of poverty that often causes this terrible animal abuse."
We are thankful to the authorities in Spain - the local police, the Town Hall from Badajoz and the Seprona, who fulfilled their duties safeguarding the welfare of the animals. We will continue to work with the authorities to promptly offer our support in situations like this where donkeys and mules are in need of help, and work together to stop their suffering.


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Last few days…..
The Wendover Woods 50 miler is mere days away and, for the first time since winning the place in Project Trail, I've actually started to think about what a massive challenge this is going to be both physically and mentally. Its not that I haven't thought this before, but its always been about focussing on the training or the other races I had planned, but right now there is no training left and the race is looming menacingly right there in front of me. Training has gone really well, I've done some great confidence boosting races and training runs and its all really gone without a hitch. I've had great training advice from Robbie Britton especially during the last 6-7 weeks when the big mileage and hard training was in full effect.
To give myself a boost, I'm going to contemplate the last year. I stepped into 2016 having never run a marathon. The furthest I'd ran was 30km. Since then I've taken on 12 races ranging from 6km to 50km including running a marathon distance 3 times and slightly longer a further 3 times. I'm not sad enough to count up the vital statistics myself but Strava has done it all for me. To date in 2016, I've done 195 runs for a total of 236 hours covering 2,445km with 30,728m of elevation.
I know this is a self-indulgent post to pump me up, but I need to convince myself I'm ready to do this. Baring any serious injuries, I am going to do it.
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Georgia Tech School of Literature, Media, and Communication Assistant Professor Joycelyn Wilson wrote "Horses in the Back" in The Bitter Southerner, June 17.
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Key To Heaven's Best
There is no short cut to God's blessings other than obedience to Him. To enjoy His blessings and privileges, we must obey Him. We should not expect much from God if we choose to live in disobedience to Him and His Word. A father that is disregarded by his child wouldn't be too eager to give in to such a disobedient child. Disobedience to God is a disregard to Him. If we cannot seek God's heart by obeying Him, then we should not seek His hand and the blessings in it. We can't live in disobedience to Him and crave for His blessings. God's blessings come with obedience.
And it shall come to pass, if thou shalt hearken diligently unto the voice of the LORD thy God, to observe and to do all his commandments which I command thee this day, that the LORD thy God will set thee on high above all nations of the earth: And all these blessings shall come on thee, and overtake thee, if thou shalt hearken unto the voice of the LORD thy God. Deuteronomy 28:1-2
The Scripture says the fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, Proverbs 9:10. There could be no better way to express it. The fear of God keeps you in obedience to Him. If you don't reverence God, you won't obey Him. Obedience to God is the product of your reverence for Him. If we would reverence, regard and obey human beings like us, much more should we reverence, honour, regard and obey the God that created human beings, the entire universe and everything in it.
Jesus answered and said unto him, If a man love me, he will keep my words: and my Father will love him, and we will come unto him, and make our abode with him. He that loveth me not keepeth not my sayings: and the word which ye hear is not mine, but the Father's which sent me. John 14:23-24
Jesus said we shouldn't claim to know Him if we live in disobedience. The simple word that describes disobedience to God is sin. That's what sums it up. This three letter word may sound simple, yet has the gravest of consequences. Sadly, the new wave of Christianity has chosen to silence God's stance against sin and His requirement of righteousness. Strange teachings have replaced God's command against sin and for righteousness. One doesn't have to wonder why there is so much sin and confusion in the Church today; why the power of God is missing in our mist and is being replaced with superficial activities, noisiness and acrobatic shows. This is because we took another turn. As a Church and as individuals, if we want God's best, we must be ready to walk in obedience to Him and His Word. There's no short cut and there's no alternative. The Church may get disoriented, choosing sin and lawlessness, but God can never change. Neither does His Word and standard. God hates and abhors iniquity and won't start loving it because the Church has left the ancient landmark He gave.
Behold, the LORD'S hand is not shortened, that it cannot save; neither his ear heavy, that it cannot hear: But your iniquities have separated between you and your God, and your sins have hid his face from you, that he will not hear. Isaiah 59:1-2
Sin which is disobedience separates us from God. It deprives us of His blessings, hinders our prayers to Him and stops the manifestation of His great plans for us. If you love to see good days and to enjoy Heaven's best, live in obedience to God and His Word. Obey Him in all things. Walk in His righteousness. The grace of God is able to lead you in the path of righteousness. You can't do it on your own. You didn't save yourself. Neither can you keep yourself in that path of righteousness. It was the grace of God that brought you to the cross of the Saviour where you were forgiven, cleansed, made whole and saved. It is the same grace that would keep you in obedience to God and in His righteousness. If we would believe and lean on God, through His grace, He'll lead us in righteousness. By the power and sufficiency of grace, what we couldn't do on our own and in the flesh, we find ourselves able to do. That's why grace came- to establish righteousness, and not sin.
There could be no great fellowship between a father and a disobedient child. The key to God's best is obedience to Him. Don't toy with sin. Don't meddle in it. Don't think or say it doesn't matter because it does. Live according to His Word and how He says to live. Let your ways please the Lord. Obedient Christians are not easily found in this generation. Make yourself one. Be an example of a true believer and follower of Jesus Christ. Walk with God in righteousness and teach others how to do so by the unique life you live. Live in obedience to God and enjoy the blessings and favour that flow from Him. Glorify Him and His best will never miss in your life.
But be ye doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving your own selves. James 1:22
For sin shall not have dominion over you: for ye are not under the law, but under grace. What then? shall we sin, because we are not under the law, but under grace? God forbid. Know ye not, that to whom ye yield yourselves servants to obey, his servants ye are to whom ye obey; whether of sin unto death, or of obedience unto righteousness? But God be thanked, that ye were the servants of sin, but ye have obeyed from the heart that form of doctrine which was delivered you. Being then made free from sin, ye became the servants of righteousness. Romans 6:14-18
And Samuel said, Hath the LORD as great delight in burnt offerings and sacrifices, as in obeying the voice of the LORD? Behold, to obey is better than sacrifice, and to hearken than the fat of rams. 1 Samuel 15:22
If ye be willing and obedient, ye shall eat the good of the land. Isaiah 1:19
Not everyone that saith unto me, Lord, Lord, shall enter into the kingdom of heaven; but he that doeth the will of my Father which is in heaven. Matthew 7:21
And why call ye me, Lord, Lord, and do not the things which I say? Luke 6:46
If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness. 1 John 1:9
God is interested in the way you live. He wants you to live right. He desires and commands your obedience. You cannot be a part of His Kingdom and live in disobedience to the same Kingdom. Live in obedience and enjoy God's Kingdom blessings. Turn to Him today in repentance of all disobedience and sin. Sin kills. But righteousness and obedience to God attract great blessings from on High. That's the key. It's in your hand.
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State pension deferral – a good idea?
If you were born shortly after 6th January 1954, you would be entitled to your state pension from 6th May this year.
It is up to you to decide whether you should claim it or whether you should defer.
Many other people who are a little further from their state pension age will also be considering what they should do.
Deferring the state pension is the default option – if you don't claim your state pension, it won't get paid to you, so claiming it is something about which you need to make an active decision.
But for a lot of people, deferring will be a good choice. Of course, you need to think about how long you defer for too.
As with all pension issues, there isn't a simple answer, and there's a lot to consider.
The main factors in your decision should be:
-If you defer, your pension will increase by about 5.8% per year for each year of deferral.
-You can't have your deferred pension payments as a lump sum (this was an option for people who reached state pension age before April 2016).
-Average life expectancy for a 65-year-old man is 21 years; for a woman, it's 24 years.
-The state pension is taxable (although tax isn't deducted from it before it is paid to you).
If you ignore tax and assume that you have an average life expectancy, the mathematics say that it is better not to draw on your pension immediately; the optimal age for men to start to draw their state pension is age 69, while for women it's 72.
And this optimal age will change as the state pension age rises and as life expectancy varies.
If you are still working when you retire, the attractions of deferral are more significant, as you'll probably pay more tax on the state pension while you are working than once you have stopped. It may even be possible to avoid tax on the state pension by deferring.
Paying tax at 40% on the state pension of £7,500 would give you an extra income tax bill of £3,000, so deferral can be particularly valuable.
There is another benefit to taking the state pension when it is due, too, mainly if you have stopped work.
The guaranteed income which the state pension provides takes the pressure off of your other retirement savings, allowing you to use flexible spending strategies (see https://icfp.co.uk/how-to-increase-your-retirement-income/) to boost the amount you can withdraw from your retirement savings.
The psychological benefit of having a guaranteed income which covers a large proportion of your essential expenditure also shouldn't be ignored.
For many of us, there is the elephant in the room when we think about deferring the state pension or any other pension.
What if we are one of the unlucky ones who doesn't live as long as expected? And what if the average life expectancy figures are wrong?
If this is the case, the maths can still guide you. It's possible to re-work the figures to establish when is the best time to take the pension, based on your estimates, and an excellent Financial Planner can help you to do this, as well as helping you to avoid being too pessimistic (or optimistic!).
It is clear that what is right for one person is not necessarily right for another. It's certainly not the case that everybody should defer their pension at state retirement age or that everybody should claim their pension at state retirement age.
Having a clear Retirement Income plan will help you to determine when you should start drawing your state pension.Is it a good idea to defer taking your state pension? Here are some factors to consider. Click To Tweet


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Black Magic is out with another single and this one is called "No Need".
The talented musician has his own unique sound and he hasn't dropped a joint for us in a while and his fans have missed that.
This is his first joint for the new year and it is coming in the second month of the year and it is worth the wait.
The Based on Believe Entertainment lead act is working on a body of work and this song is housed in that album.
Once again he works with talented music producer Xela to deliver us his alluring sound again.
Cop the joint below, enjoy and share your thoughts on it in the comment section.


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It's a dirty secret that I usually keep to myself. Each Sunday in the fall and winter, I usually sit alone, slip on a Jaguars jersey and cheer on my favorite NFL team since before I was a teenager. When people find out I'm a Jaguars fan - it's usually the weeks when they face off with the Titans and I can't hide my disgust for the local team - I always hear the same question: Why are you a Jags fan?Well, it's because when I was growing up, my favorite Tennessee Volunteer was RB James "Little Man" Stewart.
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After a lot of time and discussion I am pleased to announce that our new website is now available for use! We are very proud of it and we went for the basics rather than developing a site that was more flavor that substance.
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Syosset attorney Robert de Poto dies at 87
When attorney Robert de Poto was preparing to try a case, whether it was murder or malpractice, he would sequester himself in the family living room and study reams of documents until he knew what was on every page, his son said.
"He worked very diligently on cases," said Robert de Poto II, of Huntington, the eldest of de Poto's eight children. "From what people said about him, Dad must have been pretty good."
De Poto, whose love of the law never overshadowed his love of family and faith and fun, died March 18 at North Shore University Hospital in Manhasset after a fight with prostate cancer. He was 87.
De Poto was born in Jamaica, Queens, the second of three sons to Amadeo and Catherine de Poto, his son said.
Sometime after de Poto graduated from John Adams High School in Queens, the family moved to Malverne. In 1944, he enlisted in the Navy, where he was the gunner on a Curtiss Hell Diver plane in the Pacific during World War II.
Two years later, de Poto returned home and enrolled at Hofstra University, where he was a quarterback on the football team and played on the university's first lacrosse team. He graduated from Fordham Law School and passed the bar in 1954.
Around the same time, de Poto met his future wife, Jonell Abbene.
"There might have been a spark of personality," Robert de Poto said. "My mom found my dad very funny."
Married in 1955, the couple raised six daughters and two sons. The de Potos moved to Syosset, where he started a private practice handling both civil and criminal cases.
"He was scrupulously honest, hardworking and . . . highly regarded, not only by other lawyers but by the judges," said de Poto's former law partner, Frank Giorgio Jr.
De Poto's strength was his ability to connect with people, whether it was sizing up a potential juror, or drawing out someone's life story at a cocktail party. He loved to cuddle his children and grandchildren and tell stories, or perform magic as "The Great Dadoonie," said a daughter, Diane Ferris of Oyster Bay.
In addition to his wife, his son Robert II and daughter, Diane, De Poto is survived by daughters, Jonell Boecker of Old Bethpage, Laurie of Shelter Island, Dolores of Oyster Bay, Christine Lentz of East Northport and Marilyn of Oyster Bay; a son, Ted of Lake Mary, Fla.; 11 grandchildren; and brothers, Amadeo de Poto of Malverne and Richard of Hicksville.
A funeral Mass was said for de Poto on March 22 at St. Edward the Confessor Church in Syosset. Burial was at Nassau Knolls Cemetery, Port Washington.


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This time we got him. How wouldn't we? We have his fingerprints; hell, we even have DNA! A quick trip to the lab and we have the son of a bitch.
33 innocent women lost their lives to this maniac, but up until now, we had nothing. Torn clothing, brutal rape, stab wounds covering the entire lower extremities of their bodies, and his trademark, the right hand severed from the body. The pattern was clear, but he was always so smart. He covered his tracks well.
Constable Connor was an expert at forensics, so he wasn't worried this time. This time the fucker wouldn't slip through his fingers.
Connor paced across the tile floor of the lab, anxiously awaiting the results. God knows the family of Charlene Banting were anxious as well. Connor was on his tenth trip across the floor when the M.E. came in the room.
We have identified the fingerprints, as well as the DNA. They both belong to the same person. Connor grew excited at the news. That is, until Dr Hennesey explained further.
"Connor, I don't think you'll like what I have to say." he said.
"What could it be? We have him. We have his prints, I have no doubt that he is somewhere in our system, maniacs like him always are!" Connor said.
"Well, the prints don't exactly belong to the person you think. The prints and the DNA both belong to Charlene Banting. Our forensic team found something stuffed into the mouth of the victim. Apparently our murderer created 'human skin gloves' from the hand that he severed from Miss Banting. He literally used her own skin to kill her. Her DNA is everywhere.
"The sick bastard! He evolved into a far more psychotic maniac than he was before! His methods may have been crude, but he is every bit the genius I figured he would be. Damn! We have nothing!" said Connor, almost sobbing his words. "I promised her parents we had the guy!"
This is my entry into this week's Trifecta Challenge. The word is Crude.


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Kottwitz-Rapoport conjecture on crystals with additional structure
Kottwitz-Rapoport conjecture on crystals with additional structure
Xuhua He, University of Maryland
Fine Hall 214
In 1972, Mazur showed that the Newton polygon of a crystal lies below the Hodge polygon of the associated isocrystal and the two polygons have the same end points. In 2003, Kottwitz and Rapoport showed that the converse is true, i.e., given two such polygons, there exists a crystal with given polygons as its Hodge polygon and Newton polygon respectively. Kottwitz and Rapoport conjectured a similar statement for crystals with additional structure. This conjecture plays an important role in the study of reduction of Shimura varieties. In this talk, I will explain this conjecture, its relation to the Shimura varieties, and I will discuss some ideas of the proof.


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TONIGHT - WIRE @ Thekla, Bristol
The undisputed originators of experimental postrock come to Bristol.
Having virtually drawn the map of modern guitar effects, they are cited as heroes by such diverse acts as Fugazi, My Bloody Valentine, Black Flag, Guided By Voices, and Blur.
Gearing up for a great show!!


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Final Results: Arnett and Paone Win Re-election
After a long, suspenseful week, the City of Annapolis has released the results of the absentee and provisional vote counts.
Ward 2
Fred Paone (R-inc): 842 votes, 51.3%
Kurt Riegel (D): 800 votes, 48.7%
Margin of victory: 42 votes
Ward 8
Ross Arnett (D-inc): 916 votes, 51.7%
Julie Mussog (R): 853 votes, 48.2%
Margin of victory: 63 votes
Two races were decided by less than 70 votes… still think yours doesn't matter?
In both races, the incumbents received more absentee votes than their challengers. Mike Pantelides also edged Gavin Buckley on absentee ballots, 291-281, but obviously that 10-vote surplus is nowhere near enough to erase Buckley's election night lead. Click here for updated Annapolis results.


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A Fun Run Grant will equip schools with materials to host a race, walk-a-thon, or fun run event for their school communities. The package includes a set of numbered race bibs, a finish line banner, wristbands for student participants, a Bluetooth speaker, an airhorn, and a gift card to purchase healthy snacks like fruit and water.
If your school is interested in the Fun Run Grant, tell us about the event you'd like to host in as much detail as possible. Will this event complement or support an existing run club? Will families and community members be involved? How will this grant support a culture of health and wellness at your school? Priority will be given to applicants who plan to use the Fun Run Grant to complement and support the activities of a school walk/run club. And of course all miles racked up at fun run events can be added to the Billion Mile Race!
Up to 50 Fun Run Grants will be awarded. Preference will be given to Spring 2017 events, but applications for Fall 2017 events will also be considered. The deadline for applications is February 15, 2017. Winners will be determined and grant packages will be shipped no later than March 15, 2017.
To be eligible for a Billion Mile Race Fun Run Grant, your school must fulfill the following by February 15, 2017:
- Register your school in the Billion Mile Race at www.BillionMileRace.org/register
- Complete and submit a Fun Grant Application: Access here.
- Post miles to your school's Billion Mile Race profile at least once between December 13, 2016 and February 15, 2017.
Additional Requirements and Considerations:
- A minimum of 60% of Billion Mile Race Fun Run Grants awarded will be distributed to schools serving populations where 50% or more of students are eligible for free or reduced price lunch. At least 30% of Billion Mile Race Fun Run Grants will be awarded to schools serving populations where 80% or more of students are eligible for free or reduced price lunch. This publicly available data is accessible to Billion Mile Race administrators once your school registers in the Billion Mile Race. You do not have to specify your school's percent eligibility in your grant application. Where free and reduced-price lunch eligibility data are not available, a comparable metric will be used.
- To be eligible, schools must serve children in at least one K-12 grade.
- Special consideration will be given to schools enrolled in Let's Move! Active Schools. To enroll visit www.letsmoveschools.org
- Up to fifty (50) schools will be awarded grants, provided that the number of complete and eligible applications received by the deadline is fifty (50) or greater.
- Winning schools will be contacted via email after February 15, 2016.
- Employees and immediate family members (spouses and parents, children and siblings and their spouses) and persons living in the same household as employees of Tufts University are not eligible to apply.
- Entrants that do not meet these stated requirements are not eligible to participate or be awarded a grant. All applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations apply.
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Thursday, October 6, 2016
NCAAF plays
I like both road teams tonight on the college slate: gimme Western Kentucky-2.5 and Temple +10. Good luck!
Wanna listen to an EP? But you only have less than one minute? I got your back, kid:
I talk about my awesome winning parlay of Arkansas St. +8 and the Under. Plus: Mets heartbreak, Kraftwerk midi files and the Play o' The Day™: San Fran +3.5
For a hot second, both of these bets almost hit. But I still made some dough tonight. In this video watch me explain the Death Scenario™ which thankfully did not come. NEW latenight edition of the SportzBlast coming out in a matter of moments. Stay tuned.


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The History Show Sunday 17 February 2019
The history of the single transferable vote and why our weird and wonderful voting system has endured; memories of the 1971 'Contraceptive Train'; and the story of the 1919 Belfast Engineering Strike which paved the way for a shorter working week.
We begin this evening with the Single Transferable Vote. January of this year saw the 100th anniversary of the Sligo Corporation Election of 1919. This was a significant poll, as it was the first time that an Irish election, for all the seats in a single legislative body, used that voting system which has become such an integral part of Irish political life.
To talk about how and why the change in our electoral process came about, and why it's still going strong a century on, Myles is joined now two guests.
Elaine Callinan is lecturer in modern Irish history at Carlow College. And David Farrell is Professor of Politics at University College Dublin.
In our occasional series Here's The Thing, reporter Julien Clancy uncovers the stories behind objects on display in the Little Museum of Dublin.
Tonight he's taking us back to the early 1970s, and recalling an important milestone in the struggle for reproductive rights in Ireland. He speaks to Nell McCafferty about her memories of the Contraceptive Train on the 22nd of May 1971. Then, Myles is joined in studio by Jenifer Redmond, lecturer in 20th century Irish history at Maynooth University.
Here's The Thing is funded by the Broadcasting Authority of Ireland with the television license fee.
There have been many significant centenaries in recent months, events that have been recounted and analysed by this show and many others – from the Armistice, to the 1918 General Election, and of course the meeting of the First Dáil in January 1919.
We're going to look now at a very significant centenary that hasn't gotten as much attention. Its an episode that heralded a big reduction in the length of the working week – affecting the lives of countless thousands of working people in Ireland and Britain. During World War One, workers in all industries had to accept severely long hours and low pay. With the war over, and as the demands on industry eased, many workers were determined to achieve better conditions and a shorter working week.
In January of 1919, a massive industrial strike in Belfast practically brought the city to a total halt, as thousands of well-organised engineering workers staged a walkout. The strike lasted four weeks - shops and factories closed, trams stopped running, break ran low, and the British Army was ultimately called in to take back control of power stations.
To talk more about this, Myles is joined in studio by historian and author Padraig Yeates.
Bringing the past to life! Discover how our world was shaped as Myles Dungan and guests explore events ranging from medieval times to the recent past.
We want to help explain ourselves to ourselves. We will search out fresh angles on familiar topics, seek out the unfamiliar and will not shy away from bizarre or controversial issues. Our ultimate goal is to make The History Show the primary port of call for those with an intense or even a modest interest in the subject. We want to entice the casual and the curious to join us in celebrating the past.
Our aim is to create informative, reflective, stimulating and above all, entertaining radio.
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Foodini Club – tried and tested
Muddy checks out gift subscription kit and recipe card packs that will get kids 3+ enthused about cooking
Here's a fun and education gift for children 3 + available by subscription or as a one off.
Each month, for the duration you choose, Foodini Club will send out kid-friendly illustrated recipe cards for one savoury and one naturally sweetened creation along with the non-perishable ingredients in eco-friendly packaging and a free craft or growing activity. If the recipient lives in Brighton or Hove you can also opt for the fresh ingredients to be delivered by electric bike.
Or, you can choose the simple Recipe Card Club with a sweet and a savoury creation to make each month and the recipient sourcing their own ingredients.
Muddy's Naomi Thompson had a go at the Pear Parkin from the cards with daughter Isla – age 5 – who has ambitions to be a baker – mostly because there will be lots of bowls to lick!
Here's how they got on…
What was in the kit?
There were two cards per recipe, an illustrated instruction card with food facts and other ideas for the key ingredients on the front and separate measurements list with a dedicated shopping list on the reverse.
What did you have to buy separately?
We purchased all the ingredients but made good use of the check sheet at home before we went shopping.
How easy were the instructions to follow?
Very easy good simple to follow and flowed well, with clear illustrations and prompts.
Did Isla do any steps on her own?
I only had to get involved a couple of times with the hot sugar mixture and cutting the fruit but that could be easily done by an older child.
What was the trickiest bit?
Measuring out the molasses – we confess to making a big sticky mess!
What were Isla's favourite bits?
Isla loved having her own shopping list, even carried her own shopping!
Did she learn anything about food and nutrition?
I think the fact sheets on the back of the instruction cards are really nicely done – loads of nutritional info and cool facts. On the pear one there were other ways to eat the fruit, how to pick a tasty pear and even a little history lesson. I learnt something new from the fact sheet – 'the Chinese believe the pear symbolises immortality, also you shouldn't share a pear for fear of breaking a relationship. This is because the Chinese word for Pear 'Li' is also the word for separation' …. Who knew?!
My daughter thinks that courgettes are the devil's food but pop them in a cake and she is delighted. Foodini have a lovely recipe for Cornana (courgette and banana) Muffins.
What's the bonus beyond following a child-friendly recipe book?
With younger children I think that the cards are a lot easier to use than a big recipe book and it's really easy to keep the ones you like. All the cards are interesting dishes with varied ingredients. It would be a really good activity for fussy eaters to put all the ingredients together and discover they actually like the tastes!
Overall verdict
There are quite a lot of different ingredients to use so I can totally see the benefits of the pre-prepared packs on offer from Foodini for busy parents. Having said that, we loved shopping for the ingredients and made an activity out of that, it was fun lining up all the ingredients smelling and identifying all the spices.
I think what makes this company stand out for me is the focus on healthier dishes – most other kids' cooking kits are all cakes and sweet treats. It is great the kits introduce interesting ingredients. Looking through the pack there are loads of things like tahini, celeriac and polenta for the kids to discover.
Last order for Foodini kits delivered in time for Xmas is Tues 18 Dec (later if local to Brighton), or start a subscription to arrive for the new year.


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Episode 011 is about the disappearance and murder of 8-year-old Mindy Tran of Kelowna, BC in 1994. Mindy was found under strange circumstances almost three months later. The ensuing search for Mindy's killer, the RCMP investigation, arrest and trial of a suspect and shocking aftermath still haunt the people who remember the case.
Month: January 2018
010 – Mike Met a Monster in 1981
Episode 010 has been a tough one for us to get out. This is Mike's personal story of what happened to him one summer night in 1981 and how one event effected him to this day. He hopes that in the telling of his story, others will feel safe enough to share their own and unburden themseleves of a secret. Thanks to Jami from the MURDERISH podcast for this week's intro. Jami's recent episode, A Stranger in my Bedroom, helped us get over the hump to telling this story.
009 – Acid Al and Hollywood Hospital
This is a weird one. I'm not sorry. We needed a break from the murder.
In Episode 009, we ask you to take a trip with us to Hollywood Hospital in New Westminster, BC, to meet Acid Al Hubbard the Johnny Appleseed of LSD who turned on Timothy Leary and facilitated psychedelic experiences for everyone, from philosophers and religious leaders, every day folks who were struglling in their lives, to musicians and actors. Cary Grant had many experiences with Acid Al.
The Walrus was Paul. Goo goo ga joob.
008 – Peter Woodcock – Canada's Youngest Serial Killer
In Episode 008, we meet Peter Woodcock, Canada's youngest serial killer, who at the age of 17, killed three children from 1956 to 1957 in Toronto, Ontario. After spending 34 years in confinement he killed again, on his first day out.
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Australians who need consular assistance after the Beirut explosion can call (+61) 2 6261 3305 (outside Australia) or 1300 555 135 (inside Australia).
The lawyer for a senior executive of the Attorney-General's Department in Adelaide says his client will plead not guilty to charges of assaulting and resisting police.
It is alleged Bernie Lindner, 60, refused a police request to pull over while driving at Kensington last July.
He allegedly also refused a breath test and later attacked police at his home at Wattle Park.
Lindner was not in the Adelaide Magistrates Court today, but outside court his lawyer Paul D'Angelo said Lindner would defend the charges.
"Definitely, my client's instructions are very clear that he's pleading not guilty to each and every charge," he said.
Mr D'Angelo says he had received little information about the charges despite requesting the information from police last August.
The prosecutor said there was no record of such a request.