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County Officials Didn't Protect Computer Systems from Obvious Hacking Risks, Auditors Say
by Nick Gerda Aug 31, 2017 Updated Dec 8, 2020 Why you can trust Voice of OC
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Orange County officials failed to implement essential safeguards to protect county computer systems, which left the county unnecessarily vulnerable to hacking and other malicious activity until the problems were uncovered in recent months by a comprehensive audit.
"We found that physical and [software access] security to data and programs WAS NOT appropriate, approved, managed, maintained, and adequately supported," the auditors wrote in their draft report, which was obtained by Voice of OC.
The audit looked at county systems in calendar year 2016 but some of the problems apparently existed for years. There had been no audit as comprehensive as the current one for more than a decade, according to the draft report.
The county's central information technology (IT) officials fixed many of the issues after the auditors discovered them, according to what they told the auditors. But some key vulnerabilities apparently haven't been fixed yet, and the audit raises larger questions about the county's cybersecurity leadership, policies and practices.
Among the wide-range of problems auditors discovered, which officials said were later corrected: several critical computer systems did not have up-to-date antivirus software, despite officials being able to automatically deploy security updates across the network. And former workers continued to be allowed access to the back-end of county computer networks even after they left their jobs.
In one case that was fixed after auditors discovered it, the county failed to revoke high-level network access from a former county contractor who had been terminated the prior year. By logging in, he would have been able to enter the county network undetected, weaken protections against cyber attacks, and cover his tracks, they wrote.
"Of further concern," the auditors wrote, the former contractor tried to test the security of county systems through what is called a "penetration test." The draft audit report didn't say whether he tried the "penetration test" before or after he was terminated.
And almost 25 percent of security access badges to enter the county's sensitive central data center were assigned to employees who either were inactive or terminated. This too was fixed after the auditors found it, according to what county officials told the auditors.
In the big picture, county officials haven't implemented a comprehensive top-to-bottom strategy for preventing cyberattacks known as a "cybersecurity framework," which is considered a nationwide best practice, auditors found.
By not having this in place, they wrote, the county is less prepared to deal with "system breaches, virus attacks, ransomware attacks, unauthorized access to data," and loss of information.
Auditors also found significant weaknesses in how the county oversees changes to the work information technology contractors do, which they said "could result in budget overruns," missed deadlines, and problems with the reliability and performance of systems.
Those weaknesses include missing information about who approved contract work changes and when, which auditors said could result in unapproved changes being performed.
County officials declined to answer any questions about the audit's findings, saying they won't be commenting until a final report is issued.
"Once a final report has been provided, the County's Information Technology department will review its findings and provide a response outlining security measures that have been put in place, while being mindful to not compromise the security of the County," said county spokeswoman Carrie Braun.
"Until that time, it would be premature to respond to a draft of a report that could change before becoming final. The County's Information Technology team will continue to provide innovative, reliable, and secure technology solutions that support County agencies and departments in the delivery of quality public services."
Auditor-Controller Eric Woolery also declined to comment, citing the ongoing audit, but said his office will be able to discuss its findings after the audit is finalized.
Hackers have caused significant disruption to government agencies in recent years.
The Orange County Transportation Authority fell victim to a ransomware attack last year, when its computers were held hostage by malicious code. The agency didn't pay the ransom but the OCTA's insurance company paid more than $600,000 for consultants and staff to regain control of the computers.
And a global cyberattack in June forced several hospitals to shut down in the United Kingdom, when hackers seized control of their computers and demanded ransom payments.
The county audit, which was circulated among key county officials, looked at computer networks run by the county's central IT office. Those systems are used by most county departments, like health and social services, probation, public works, and child support services.
Information on the computers includes data about residents using those services and other information entered by the county, including the office computers of the Board of Supervisors.
Among the serious problems found in the audit, which were corrected after auditors found them:
Faulty password security for accessing a computer system that can weaken county firewalls and allow unauthorized access to the county's network, including sensitive files and the installation of malicious code, known as malware. After the auditors found these problems, the password requirements were strengthened.
Use of more than 15-year-old server operating systems that their manufacturer no longer provides security updates for. This increases the risk that already-known vulnerabilities with those operating systems could be used to install malware, like ransomware or spyware, or access sensitive data, auditors wrote. After the auditors' review, the county's central IT office told them it was starting to upgrade the operating systems.
Several "generic" user accounts that were granted "complete control" of county computer networks, which removes the ability to hold individuals accountable for activity, and violates IT best practices and county policy, according to auditors. County officials were provided the opportunity to disable these specific accounts and only allow accounts that are specific to a single individual.
An excessive number of security access badges issued (nearly 400) that allow people to enter a sensitive data center. Additionally, almost a quarter of reviewed access badges "were issued to inactive or terminated employees." After the auditors discovered this, county officials said they revoked access rights for hundreds of accounts the auditors expressed concerns about.
Failure to install security updates on Microsoft Windows computers. Additionally, county contractor Science Applications International Corporation (SAIC) was using an outdated server operating system that's nearly 15 years old and "has known security vulnerabilities that cannot be rectified." After the auditors discovered this, central IT officials corrected it, according to the draft audit.
Before this audit, the county hadn't done a broad audit of its IT security in at least ten years, according to the report. For almost all of that time, the county's auditors reported directly to the Board of Supervisors.
Then, in August 2015, the internal audit division was transferred to Woolery, who is an independently elected official. It was after Woolery took over that the auditors conducted their review of computer security and found widespread problems.
During the time county supervisors oversaw auditing, they were receiving significant campaign contributions from the same vendors that the recent audit found had oversight problems. One of them, Xerox Corp., funneled more than $12,000 in campaign contributions to supervisors before the vote.
Just over a year after Xerox was awarded the contract, county officials said the firm caused months-long installation delays and cost overruns expected to exceed $13 million. Xerox later sold its IT business to the French company Atos, which has kept the county contract.
The person in charge of county IT has changed several times in recent years. Christina Koslosky became chief information officer in March 2014 and left just over two years later, in June 2016. The county then had an interim director until this April, when Joel Golub was appointed to the job permanently.
In their review, auditors also found problems with the county's decentralized approach to IT.
"Information Technology at the County has operated in a decentralized model since 1996, which has resulted in inefficient IT business process mechanisms that potentially impact reliability and services/support," the auditors wrote.
The county is now moving to a more centralized model, known as "shared services," that officials expect will provide better security standards and training, while also reducing costs.
On the positive side, the auditors found a series of strengths, including filling the permanent IT director position and the recent creation of a Cyber Security Team that has been put in charge of a new assessment of the county's ability to withstand cyber attacks.
As for implementing the audit's recommendations, the auditors plan to review that in a follow-up audit that would start six months after the final version of the audit report is released.
The final audit isn't expected to be released for several months.
After the final audit is released, auditors wrote, the county's Audit Oversight Committee and Board of Supervisors "expect that audit recommendations will typically be implemented within six months and often sooner for significant and higher risk issues."
Correction: An earlier version of this story didn't make it clear that OCTA didn't pay ransom. Voice of OC regrets the error.
Nick Gerda covers county government and Santa Ana for Voice of OC. You can contact him at ngerda@voiceofoc.org.
Tagged: County Government, information technology, Orange County Auditor-Controller


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2019 PLP class build their leadership identities
One Time Grant Program pays closing costs on CPN member homes
Hownikan Podcast: August 2019
Published by CPN Public Information Office at August 22, 2019
Hownikan Podcast
Dewegen Kwek
handgames
Potawatomi leadership program
During this episode, we'll learn the basics of handgames played every year at Family Reunion Festival, practice with CPN's women's drum group, and meet the 2019 Potawatomi Leadership Program class.
Playing handgames
Each summer at CPN's Family Reunion Festival, attendees anticipate handgames almost as much as the powwow. It's a Native American and Potawatomi tradition that goes back generations. The Tribe started hosting the event decades ago, and it turned into the highlight of Friday night of Festival weekend.
Tribal members create handgames teams out of friends, family, acquaintances and those who reside in their same CPN district.
Greg Cox, player development manager for the Grand Casino Hotel and Resort, is a judge every year. "The thing is, it's the simplest game in the world, but it's so competitive. And I love that; I'm a super competitive person. That's kind of why I go overboard on saying "point" and "winner" because I make it as big an event as you can."
The 2019 Family Reunion Festival handgames winners were a family team from Kansas comprised of Potawatomi Leadership Program alumni, veterans and others — Mary Frances Riner, Alexis Riner, Joan Atkins, Linda Miller, Samantha Wichman, Joe Wulfkuhle and Anthony Wulfkuhle. The next competition comes in June 2020.
When people think of Native American drumming, a picture of a group of men sitting around a large drum two to three feet in diameter comes to mind. Tradition allows only men to play these drums, whether it's at a powwow, ceremony or social gathering. However, tradition also encourages women to play smaller hand drums, roughly a foot in diameter or less, either on their own or as part of a larger group with the men. Every week, a group of Citizen Potawatomi Nation women gathers to practice.
The women of Dewedgen Kwek meet weekly and talk about their lives while practicing both ceremonial and social songs.
"Women are very connected, and I think we bring that connection into the drumming. It's a different sort of drumming than the men do. And I like the fellowship; I like the learning," said Pam Vrooman. "There are stories swapped, and little nuances of things that you didn't know before that you are suddenly are a part of, and that's a pretty incredible feeling."
Dewegen Kwek meets Thursdays at 5 p.m. in the CPN Cultural Heritage Center Long Room. They invite anyone who wishes to drum or sit in on a session to attend. Extra drums and rattles are available to borrow for practice.
Potawatomi Leadership Program class of 2019
Designed to shape the next generation of Citizen Potawatomi Nation leaders that live around the world, the Potawatomi Leadership Program welcomes 10 students to spend six weeks during the summer experiencing the Tribe and Native American customs. This year's PLP class stretches from coast to coast; the participants attend colleges from Florida to Washington.
"I feel like going through this program, it helps prepare me to be able to work with people who I just met so that I can be a better partner, team member, and also be to develop myself and my identity so that I can be there for those people," said University of Central Oklahoma sophomore Mickey Loveless.
The CPN Department of Education accepts applications for the Potawatomi Leadership Program at the beginning of each calendar year. To learn more about the program and apply, visit plp.potawatomi.org.
Hownikan Podcast is produced and distributed by Citizen Potawatomi Nation's Public Information Department. Subscribe to Hownikan Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, SoundCloud and wherever you find your favorite shows. Find digital editions of the Tribal newspaper here.

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This week I've had some lovely, appreciative messages from readers – a couple of them too good to keep to myself. From the sandy beaches of Sri Lanka, relaxing after a yoga class and feeling the gentle breeze from palm trees waving in the background, A.H. is here enjoying Lawn House Blues. She kindly sent me this picture ( shown with her permission) with a comment attached.
"What a place to read this book! Beside the Indian Ocean. Can't put it down!!!!!!
Shortly after that I received a message from J.B.
Getting messages like this is what this writing business all about. They have also made me realise that Lawn House Blues is a brilliant holiday read, with a nod to historic events, a smattering of suspense, a degree of intrigue, some sadness along the way maybe, but running strongly through the story a lot of love and some great friendships. Look no further for the perfect book to take on holiday this year.
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To Mend a Broken Internet, Create Online Parks
Eli Pariser
We need public spaces, built in the spirit of Walt Whitman, that allow us to gather, communicate, and share in something bigger than ourselves.
Illustration: Getty Images
As we head into the most consequential, contentious election in our history, it's time to fix some of the structural problems that led us to this moment.
Let's face it: Our digital public sphere has been failing for some time. Technologies designed to connect us have instead inflamed our arguments and torn our social fabric.
It doesn't have to be this way. History offers a proven template for how to build healthier public spaces. As wild as it sounds, part of the solution is no further than your nearest public park.
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Eli Pariser (@elipariser) is codirector with Talia Stroud of Civic Signals, a project to support the creation of more flourishing and inclusive digital spaces.
For my family, that's Fort Greene Park, a 30-acre square of elm trees, winding paths, playgrounds, and monuments in Brooklyn. The park serves as an early-morning romper room, midday meeting point, festival ground, and farm stand. There are house-music dance parties, soccer games during which you can hear cursing in at least five languages, and, of course, the world-famous Great Pupkin Halloween Dog Costume Contest. In short, the park allows very different people to gather, see each other, and coexist in the same space. When it's all working, Fort Greene Park can feel like an ode to pluralistic democracy itself.
That's not a coincidence—it's by design. In 1846, Walt Whitman envisioned Fort Greene Park to serve this precise purpose. New York City had no public parks at the time—only walled commercial pleasure gardens for those who could afford to enter. Whitman, then an up-and-coming newspaper editor, used the Brooklyn Eagle's front page to advocate for a space that would accommodate everyone, especially the working-class immigrants crowded into shanty towns along nearby Myrtle Avenue.
Whitman saw public spaces as critical elements of the new American democracy. They were spaces to celebrate individuality and build collective identity. Public parks, he argued, could help weave a greater, more egalitarian "we."
In Fort Greene Park, this project—the building of a collective identity, the weaving of a social fabric—is ongoing. That the park was the rallying point for one of New York's first major Black Lives Matter protests after George Floyd's murder is not incidental. Conflict and contestation are important parts of how healthy democracies progress, as long as there are structures that facilitate it. Functional public spaces are central to this work. They allow us to assemble, to share common experiences, and to demonstrate that what might have seemed like individual struggles are actually the result of unjust systems that demand correction.
Now, accelerated by the pandemic, we spend much of our time living and conversing with others in a different location: digital space. But social media and messaging platforms weren't designed to serve as public spaces. They were designed to monetize attention.
Much of our communal life now unfolds in digital spaces that feel public but are not. When technologists refer to platforms like Facebook and Twitter as "walled gardens"—environments where the corporate owner has total control—they're literally referring to those same private pleasure gardens that Whitman was reacting to. And while Facebook and Twitter may be open to all, as in those gardens, their owners determine the rules.
Venture-backed platforms make poor quasi-public spaces for three reasons.
First, as the legendary venture capitalist Paul Graham put it, "startups = growth." The focus on growth—of users, of time spent, and then of revenue—is the defining trait that has made Facebook a $750 billion company. And the key to rapid growth is optimization to create a "frictionless" experience: The more relevant the content you see, the likelier you are to click, return to Facebook, and bring your friends.
But friction is essential to public space. Public spaces are so generative precisely because we run into people we'd normally avoid, encounter events we'd never expect, and have to negotiate with other groups that have their own needs. The social connections that run-ins create, social scientists tell us, are critical in binding communities together across lines of difference. Building a healthy community requires the careful generation of this thick web of social ties. Rapid growth can quickly overwhelm and destroy it—as anyone who has lived in a gentrifying neighborhood knows.
Second, "blitz-scaling"—explosive, aggressive growth—generally requires command-and-control leaders who make fast decisions. Once the territory is conquered, blitz-scaling commanders naturally become Boy Emperors with huge blind spots. One of the reasons Twitter, for example, has been a hostile space for women and people of color for so long is that the company's white male decisionmakers simply don't get harassed in the same way. A world with a "public square" designed by a small group of white dudes of a certain age is not going to serve everyone equally or well. (This is why other empires have, historically, not worked out very well either.)
Great public spaces are owned by everyone and therefore ought to be designed for everyone. Community board meetings and governance processes can be slow, annoying, and very frictional. But—when they're working properly—they force designers to contend with and listen to the communities they ostensibly serve.
Much of our communal life now unfolds in digital spaces that feel public but are not.
The third and biggest problem with private ownership of quasi-public space is that public spaces require constant, active care and maintenance by skillful stewards. Scholars like Sarah Roberts have pointed out that the nuanced labor of governance and maintenance—finding the balance between welcoming everyone and providing safety and comfort for everyone—is critical to the health of online communities.
Any librarian can tell you that running a space that is truly welcoming to everyone is difficult and messy under the best of circumstances. Libraries would fail without librarians who are experts at diffusing tensions while serving a clientele that can range from young families to people with serious mental health vulnerabilities. And what librarians are to libraries, moderators and editors are to the realm of public ideas and discourse: balancers of freedom, inclusion, and safety.
But while this work is essential, it's also both undervalued and costly. As the Maintainers have argued, building shiny new edifices tends to be seen as a masculine pursuit and lionized, whereas the work needed to keep spaces functional and livable over time is often seen as boring, feminine, and, as a result, uncompensated and sidelined. The cost of this labor also doesn't scale the way techies like; the more people in a space, the more labor is required, and the greater the expense.
Private spaces and businesses are critical for a flourishing digital life, just as cafés, bars, and bookstores are critical for a flourishing urban life. But no communities have ever survived and grown with private entities alone. Just as bookstores will never serve all the same community needs as a public library branch, it's unreasonable to expect for-profit corporations built with "addressable markets" in mind to accommodate every digital need.
Alongside and between the digital corporate empires, we need what scholars like Ethan Zuckerman are calling "digital public infrastructure." We need parks, libraries, and truly public squares on the internet.
To build the thriving digital public spaces we need, we must address three surmountable challenges.
First: money. While the internet started out as a publicly supported network, digital spaces in the last 20 years have been mostly funded by venture capitalists who are looking for enormous returns on investment. Scaling a product so that millions of people know about it and can use it fluidly can cost billions.
While a multibillion-dollar price tag seems massive, we implicitly value our physical public infrastructure at many times that. Central Park's land value alone is, by one calculation, $37 trillion. (That's more than 50 Facebooks, if you're keeping score.)
No communities have ever survived and grown with private entities alone.
History suggests that a guilty-but-loaded tech mogul could step up and solve the funding problem, becoming the Andrew Carnegie of the 21st century. But philanthropic money often comes with strings attached. That's why it's worth investing in the more radical notion recently proposed by the American Academy of Arts and Sciences' report on American citizenship. The Academy suggests taxing targeted advertising and using those funds to shore up democratic functions that the big tech platforms have eroded, such as local journalism. Public digital infrastructure could also be funded in this way.
Second, there's a talent and research problem. People outside of tech generally underestimate how hard it is to build something seamless, intuitive, and irresistible that allows millions of people to interact. We need to rally a diverse, representative generation of builders to this cause. And given that digital products live and die by metrics, we need to identify signals that correspond to flourishing public digital spaces.
Finally, there's a problem of public imagination. Fixing our ability to connect and build healthy communities at scale is arguably an Apollo mission for this generation—a decisive challenge that will determine whether our society progresses or falls back into conspiracy-driven tribalism. We need to summon the creative will worthy of a problem of this urgency and consequence.
We have tackled problems of this magnitude before. The public park is only one of many institutions that was created to enact America's egalitarian values. At the turn of the 20th century, public libraries opened nationwide to help foster literacy. In the 1910s, a few communities in the Midwest embraced the radical notion of free, universal secondary education: high school.
In times like these, it's hard to remember that, together, we can do big things. With imagination and will, we can build spaces where we flourish together. After all, we've done it before.
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Israel's domestic production of natural gas countered the economic losses from the Jewish state's Operation Protective Edge's last summer, according to the Bank of Israel's 2014 annual report.
According to the report, published last week, the production of natural gas from the Tamar field contributed 0.3 points to Israel's GDP growth in 2014, in addition to the field's 0.8 point contribution in 2013. The production thus neutralized the negative economic effects of the summer's war in Gaza, which was estimated to have set the country's GDP back by 0.3 points.
The report also noted that Israel's 2014 surplus amounted to $9 billion, approximately 3% of the country's GDP. This was an increase over recent years, with the surplus in 2013 being $6.9 billion, and $2.1 billion in 2012.
The Bank of Israel also noted that there was a reduction in domestic demand for credit.


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Dog Friendly Restaurants in Westwood, KY
There's 1 pet friendly restaurant in Westwood that welcomes dogs at their outdoor tables, and 232 more nearby. Need help deciding where to eat? Here's a detailed description of each restaurant, along with pictures and reviews from other dog owners. Coming from out of town? Get a discounted rate on pet friendly hotels in Westwood. Bone appetit!
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Rally's Hamburgers This fast food spot on Russell Road has several pet-friendly outdoor seating so you are welcome to bring your dog along. Rally's Hamburgers is serving fast and easy items like hamburgers, chicken sandwiches, wings, and hot dogs. Have a big appetite? You may want to try the Baconzilla burger. To go along with your sandwich, they have their famous seasoned fries which you can get by themselves or loaded with cheese and bacon. If you are looking for a sweet treat, there are shakes in four flavors, Kool-aid slushies, and Stackers, soft serve parfaits with cookies and more. A drive-thru window is also available. See Details
Molly Malones Molly Malones is a great Irish pub in the highlands of Louisville. Order a pint of Guinness and some bangers and mash while you sit with Fido at an outdoor table. See Details
Against the Grain Brewpub offers 15 craft beers on tap and a food menu that includes pork nachos, spare ribs, and beer can chicken. Patio seating is dog friendly. See Details
The Sports and Social Club
The Sports and Social Club The Sports and Social Club is a relaxed sports bar offering classic pub food and tremendous sports viewing in a comfortable tavern setting. Serving lunch, dinner and a dynamic nightlife, The Sports & Social Club also offers bowling and live entertainment. Sidewalk tables welcome dogs. See Details
McAlister's Deli Wonderful neighborhood American Cafe with a covered patio. Bring fido and enjoy a giant spud, tasty salad, or maybe a simple cup of soup. See Details
Birracibo Pizza & Craft Beer
Birracibo Pizza & Craft Beer Birracibo features the very best regional craft beers, a diverse wine offering, as well as a menu specializing in Neapolitan artisanal pizzas. Also serve pasta, sandwiches, burgers, and tacos. Patio seating is dog friendly. See Details
Saints Pizza and Pub
Saints Pizza and Pub Besides pizza, Saints also serves pulled pork sliders, meatball sandwiches, Cajun pasta, and calzones. Back patio is dog friendly. See Details
Four Pegs
Four Pegs Four Pegs offers beer on tap, smokey chili, burgers, chicken and waffles, sandwiches, and pork tacos. Outdoor seating is dog friendly. See Details
Qdoba Mexican Grill
Qdoba Mexican Grill Bring Fido and enjoy a relaxing fresh made meal out on the covered patio. See Details
Dizzy Whizz Drive-In
Dizzy Whizz Drive-In Dizzy Whizz Drive-In is a classic drive-in where you can chow down on burgers in the car, and never leave your dog's side. See Details
The Comfy Cow
The Comfy Cow Ice cream shop serves yummy treats for both humans and dogs. Fido will love the "pooch pops." Outdoor seating is dog friendly. See Details
The Red Yeti
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The Red Yeti Restaurant and Brewpub with rotating taps and an excellent seasonal menu. Dogs are always welcome at outdoor tables. See Details
Panera Bread The dog-friendly Panera Bread's eclectic deli/bakery menu includes soups, salads, hot and cold sandwiches, and pastries and cookies for dessert. Great place for a light lunch or dinner. Outdoor seating area welcomes dogs. See Details
Down One Bourbon Bar & Restaurant
Down One Bourbon Bar & Restaurant Down One Bourbon Bar and Restaurant is a casual eatery that serves up cold drinks and delicious eats. Choose from a variety of menu options including appetizers, salads, sandwiches, burgers, seafood, chicken, barbecue, and more. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their many pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Start off with a House Old Fashioned (sugar, flamed orange, bitters) and an order of the Bacon Wrapped Medjool Dates with gorgonzola cheese and a bourbon maple glaze. Next, chow down on the highly-recommended Three Little Pigs Sandwich with pulled pork butt, bacon, roasted pork belly, coleslaw, pickles, and mustard BBQ on a roll, served with your choice of side (house chips, fruit, seasoned fries, collard greens, or jalapeno cheddar grits.) Down One is open Monday through Thursday from 11am to 11pm, Friday from 11am to 1am, and Saturday from 4pm to 1am. See Details
Roosters Wings
Clarksville, IN
Roosters Wings Roosters Wings, located in Clarksville, IN, has dog-friendly outdoor tables, so you can dine with Fido. The wing is king at Roosters Wings, with boneless or traditional wings in a dozen sauce flavor options, from the mild Carolina Gold to the super hot Nu-Killer. Combine the sauces to create your own flavor. You can even get a Buffalo Chicken Pizza, topped with full-sized wings. Speaking of pizza, you can build your own or go for one of their specialty pies. Roosters Wings has a big selection of appetizers, plus sandwiches, oven-baked subs, soups, salads, and more. See Details
Flanagan's Ale House
Flanagan's Ale House Flanagan's Ale House serves up a variety of delicious pub grub in a casual atmosphere. Choose from menu options including appetizers, salads, fish, sandwiches, burgers, flatbreads, and more. Fido is welcome to join you at one of the few pet-friendly tables available on the side of the building while you enjoy your meal (unfortunately, pets are not allowed in the courtyard.) Start off by choosing a beer from their extensive list, and placing an order for the Basket O�Rings - breaded onion rings served with a malt vinegar aioli for dipping. Next, chow down on the Spicy Philly Steak Sandwich with thinly sliced ribeye steak, bacon, mozzarella cheese, sriracha sauce, grilled onions and mushrooms, and cayenne mayo on a hoagie, served with your choice of side (fries, tater tots, kettle chips, veggies, cranberry coleslaw, sweet potato fries, and more.) Flanagan's Ale House is open Sunday through Thursday from 11am to 2am, and Friday through Saturday from 11am to 4am. See Details
Marketplace Restaurant
Marketplace Restaurant Marketplace Restaurant, located in Louisville, KY, is an upscale eatery serving up contemporary American cuisine crafted with fresh, local ingredients. Choose from menu options including starters, bar bites, salads, sandwiches, seafood, steak, chicken, and more. Fido is welcome to join you at one of the many pet-friendly tables available on their outdoor patio. Start your meal off with a Fresh Spicy Margarita (El Jimador, jalapeno simple syrup, triple sec, fresh lime juice) and an order of the Duck Bacon and Brussels with sherry glazed brussels sprouts, housemade pork rinds, and crushed hazelnuts. Next, chow down on the Border Springs Farm Lamb Three-Way Ratatouille with lamb chop, braised cubed lamb leg, ground leg, eggplant, tomatoes, red onions, nicoise olives, zucchini, fennel, and red peppers. Or go for the Verlasso Salmon with horseradish whipped potatoes, roasted heirloom carrots, oyster mayo, smoked paprika oil, and curly green onions. Marketplace Restaurant is open Monday through Thursday from 11am to 10pm, and Friday through Saturday from 11am to 11pm. See Details
Ditto's Grill
Ditto's Grill Ditto's Grill serves up American cuisine with a bit of International flair, all in a casual, upscale atmosphere. Choose from a variety of menu options including appetizers, soups, salads, seafood, beef, chicken, sandwiches, burgers, and more. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their many pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Start off with an Absolut Bloody Mary (Absolut, bacon salt, fresh basil, pepperoncini, stuffed olives) and an order of the Crabmeat Quesadillas with crabmeat, provolone cheese, toasted almonds, apricots, and cilantro. Next, chow down on the house special Stuffed Pacific Bass - baked and stuffed with pesto nuts, tomatoes, and roasted garlic sauce, served with corn risotto and a citrus salad. Or go for the Smoke House Ham Sandwich with applewood bacon, gouda, BBQ sauce, and tobacco onions. Ditto's Grill is open Monday through Thursday from 11am to 10pm, Friday through Saturday from 11am to 11pm, and Sunday from 9am to 10pm. See Details
Coals Artisan Pizza
Coals Artisan Pizza Coals Artisan Pizza is a casual joint that specializes in coal-fired pizzas. Choose from menu options including appetizers, soups, salads, pizzas, sandwiches, and more. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their eight pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Start off with an order of the Stuffed Mushrooms with ricotta, mozzarella, and mascarpone cheese in bechamel sauce, topped with houesmade parmesan and oregano breadcrumbs. Next, bite into a slice of the Waverly Pizza topped with prosciutto, mozzarella, gorgonzola, fig jam, asiago, parmesan cheese, and a balsamic reduction. Or go for the Bardstown Pizza, topped with wile mushrooms, caramelized onions, roasted garlic, mozzarella, mascarpone, ricotta cheese, oregano, and romano. Coals Artisan Pizza is open Monday through Thursday from 11:30am to 9:30pm, Friday through Saturday from 11:30am to 10:30pm, and Sunday from 12pm to 9pm. See Details
Irish Rover Irish Rover, located in Louisville, KY, is an Irish-inspired bar and eatery that serves up a variety of delicious pub grub. Choose from menu options including starters, soups, salads, seafood, lamb, sausage, sandwiches, burgers, chicken, pork, and more. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Start off with a cold beer and an order of the Scotch Eggs - deep fried hard-boiled eggs wrapped in sausage. Next, tuck into the Seafood Pie with fresh salmon and cod in a creamy bechamel sauce with onions, leeks, garlic, and carrots, topped with mash, parmesan, and green onions. Or go for the Irish BLT with salmon rillettes, bacon, lettuce, and tomato, served on a French roll, with a side of Irish chips. Irish Rover is open Monday through Thursday from 11:30am to 11pm, and Friday through Saturday from 11:30am to 12am. See Details
Joe's Crab Shack
Joe's Crab Shack Dogs are welcome at Joe's Crab Shack, where they offer pet-friendly tables outside. If you like seafood, or you just see food and eat it, Joe's Crab Shack has you covered. Their kitchen specializes in churning out dish after dish of fresh fish favorites like crab cake dinners: scratch made jumbo lump meat crab cake with hushpuppies, fries, coleslaw, and remoulade; fish and chips dish: flaky white fish hand dipped in a classic batter, served with fries and coleslaw; and the East Coast Platter, lump meat crab cake, southern stuffed shrimp, fish and chips, and clam strips. See Details
Merle's Whiskey Kitchen
Merle's Whiskey Kitchen Merle's Whiskey Kitchen is a lively bar and eatery that serves up a variety of down-home Southern comfort foods. Choose from menu options including starters, soups, salads, sandwiches, burgers, tacos, fried chicken, and more. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their many pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Start off with a Mama's Gettin' Lucky In Kentucky (Lucky Royal vodka, Lucky coconut moonshine, Lucky pineapple moonshine, creme de banana, orange and pineapple juice, grenadine, orange, and a cherry) and an order of the Whiskey Wings, tossed in your choice of homemade warm whiskey agave, housemade bourbon maple glaze, or angel's envy bbq, served with green chili ranch for dipping. Next, chow down on the award-winning Green Chili Pork Taco with pulled pork, green chili jam, roasted garlic crema, and cilantro! Join them nearly every night to enjoy live music by different bands! Merle's Whiskey Kitchen is open Tuesday through Thursday from 11am to 11pm, Friday from 11am to 1am, and Saturday from 4pm to 1am. See Details
Frankfort Avenue Beer Depot & Smokehouse
Frankfort Avenue Beer Depot & Smokehouse Frankfort Avenue Beer Depot and Smokehouse is a casual joint that serves up a variety of delicious, protein-laden dishes. Choose from menu options including appetizers, ribs, sandwiches, barbecue sandwiches, pork, brisket, chicken, smoked salmon, soups, chili, and more. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their five pet-friendly outdoor picnic tables while you enjoy your meal. Make sure you let them know that you're sitting outside so that they can serve you! Try the Bacon-Wrapped Rope Sausage Sandwich with sauteed onions and peppers on a hoagie roll. Or go for the rack of ribs, served with two sides of your choice (coleslaw, potato salad, green beans, baked beans, mac and cheese, cooked apples, fries, or onion rings.) F.A.B.D. Smokehouse is open daily from 11am to 10pm. See Details
North End Cafe
North End Cafe North End Cafe is a casual eatery that serves up delicious breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner dishes. Choose from menu options including steak and eggs, corned beef hash, breakfast sandwiches, omelettes, pancakes, starters, salads, seafood, steak, pasta, chicken, sandwiches, burgers, and more. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their eleven pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Start with an order of the Goat Cheese Quesadilla with spinach, roasted reduine with house-smoked rainbow trout, onions, peppers, garlic, Parmesan, and toasted pecans peppers, and caramelized onions. Next, chow down on the Smoked Trout and Bourbon Cream Pasta with linguini, house-smoked rainbow trout, onions, peppers, garlic, parmesan, and toasted pecans. Or go for the Bacon Apple Bleu Sandwich with Granny Smith apples, bacon, bleu cheese-walnut spread, and mixed greens. North End Cafe is open Monday from 8am to 2:30pm, Tuesday through Thursday from 8am to 9pm, Friday through Saturday from 8am to 10pm, and Sunday from 8am to 9pm. See Details
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"October Baby" is about 19-year-old Hannah (Rachel Hendrix) who's shocked to find out that she was adopted after surviving an abortion attempt. Against her parents' (John Schneider and Jennifer Price) wishes, Hannah goes on a spring break road trip with her friend Jason (Jason Burkey) to find her birth mother and ask why she was unwanted.
All too often the Catholic Church, her teachings, saints and sinners are misrepresented, mocked or just plain lied about in movies, TV programs and music videos. Yet the Erwin brothers pay homage to the Catholic Church, and Andrew explained why.
"We were raised Christian, we're Protestant, both of us go to more of a Baptist-affiliated church.
"But in our film, one of the beautiful scenes happens in a cathedral and that was intentional because of the beauty of the historical church – how that set it in a much grander context than we could have anywhere else; but, secondly, because I've always admired the amazing leadership that the Catholic Church has had, especially on life issues. I think they've championed the cause of life in such a beautiful way that I have a deep respect for that.
Andrew believes all Christians can and must unite in the noble cause of protecting the fundamental human right to life.


Scottish tennis player and World #4 Andy Murray held his ground well as he managed to withstand an athletic onslaught from Frenchman Jo-Wilfried Tsonga – winning the final of the AEGON Championships at London's Queen's club 3-6 7-6(2) 6-4.
Tsonga's strategy of all out attack was working well until he hit the net during game 11 of the second set – preventing him from breaking to serve for the match. Murray held and managed to win the tiebreak with ease 7-2. The game was peppered with "ooh-aaah" moments, as both players pushed themselves to their physical limits; both managing to take some shots between their legs – much to the joy of the crowd.
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Military parade ordered by Trump postponed: Pentagon
AFP News 17 August 2018
President Donald Trump is a big fan of the annual Bastille Day military parade in Paris
A military parade ordered by US President Donald Trump for later this year has been postponed until at least 2019, a defense official said Thursday, following reports the cost had soared to over $90 million.
"The Department of Defense and White House have been planning a parade to honor America's military veterans and commemorate the centennial of World War I," Pentagon spokesman Colonel Rob Manning said in a statement.
"We originally targeted November 10, 2018 for this event but have now agreed to explore opportunities in 2019," he added.
When the White House in February announced the commander-in-chief's desire to hold a parade in Washington, the budget director said it would cost between $10 million and $30 million.
But a US official told AFP earlier Thursday the planning estimate had now gone as high as $92 million, though no final figure has been reached.
The parade had been planned for the Veterans Day weekend, and was expected to include a large show of air power.
The request for the event came after Trump was impressed by France's Bastille Day parade, where he was received with great fanfare by French President Emmanuel Macron in July 2017.
US media were quick to highlight how the ballooning costs stood in contrast to his concern about the expense of conducting joint military exercises with South Korea.
"We will be stopping the war games, which will save us a tremendous amount of money," Trump said in June after meeting North Korean leader Kim Jong Un.
It later emerged that the drills cost about $14 million, a fraction of the price of a military parade.
The United States normally holds military parades to mark the end of a conflict, such as in 1991 when president George HW Bush held a National Victory Parade in Washington to celebrate the end of the first Gulf War.
Trump's request was popular among many Americans but drew scorn from critics, who said it would be a waste of money and was akin to events organized by authoritarian regimes.


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Just like making a report on school, your input in marketing report should be correct because everyone on the company will depend on what you have written. Once you discuss it to the managers or your boss you must be prepared. In order to prepare yourself and ensure that what you are going to discuss on your report is precise and you can do this by performing some research first. You can go through the reports submitted by other department or consult the head of every division. You can also ask you boss for certain information that will make things clear. Once you gathered all the information that you want to know, you must then think how you are going to report or present it. Through your report a possible new strategy can be developed.
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An interview with… Spirit Halloween
By Jacqui Parr
Spirit Halloween has served Halloween enthusiasts across the US for more than 37 years, specialising in costumes, décor and accessories. Despite the difficulties faced by retail this year, the seasonal store has opened 1,400 pop-ups for the 2020 Halloween season and is looking forward to a strong season, as Lisa Barr, dvp of marketing and creative, explained.
The cover of Spirit Halloween's 2020 catalogue.
With over 1,400 branches across the United States, it's no real surprise that Spirit Halloween has built a significant fan base which waits eagerly for the stores to open each year, with many claiming that the appearance of their local branch signals the start of their favourite time of year. The stores open in late August each year and are stocked with every horror-themed party product imaginable, including costumes, masks, wigs, indoor and outdoor décor items, animatronics, make-up, collectibles, props and accessories.
"It has been a challenging year," Lisa said. "In the US, different states have different rules amd they are changing daily – so yes, there are some states where people will be able to celebrate Halloween as they normally do with trick or treating, while alternative celebrations are being recommended elsewhere."
As for the challege of opening so many stores in the face of varied regional restrictions, Spirit Halloween has taken a one-size-fits-all approach. Providing a safe shopping environment is of course important, but the Spirit Halloween mission statement – 'So Much Fun It's Scary' – is also crucial to the shopping experience.
Themed displays and animatronics make shopping an enjoyable experience.
"We do pride ourselves on our entertaining and interactive shopping experience," Lisa continued. "We have lots of animatronics on display and we set the store out as if it's a haunted house so customers can interact with the product. It's a lot of fun, but we've ensured that it's safe as well – displays are exposed on one side and there are markers on the floor, so customers can be respectful and keep their distance from one another. It's working really well and we are delighted with the reception we have had so far for this year."
Part of the reason that Spirit Halloween has grown such a strong and loyal fanbase over the years is the product itself. "Our product development team is incredible," says Lisa. "We are determined to produce quality pieces, using good fabrics and paying attention to detail. It makes a huge difference and as a result we see a lot of people wearing some of our more edgy street designs and colourful wigs outside of Halloween as well."
Licensed costumes are also a fundamental part of Spirit Halloween's appeal as, in addition to big-name characters such as Harley Quinn, it also works closely with licensors to produce official versions of niche and on-trend brands and characters such as Dungeons & Dragons or Dunkin' Donuts – both of which have smaller niche followings and are exclusive to Spirit.
"We love tapping into whatever people are talking about and then trying to make our pieces as authentic as possible," said Lisa. "It's just really nice to have things that are that a little bit different and that's part of the reason why people come to us. They know they're going to be able to find something with us that they can't find anywhere else."
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Home For You Community Care & SEN Mental Capacity Act 2005 – Health & Welfare
We provide specialist advice & support on all aspects of mental capacity law under the Mental Capacity Act 2005 relating to health & welfare.
What is mental capacity?
The 5 guiding principles of the Mental Capacity Act 2005
Presumption of capacity
How is a lack of capacity determined?
If a person lacks the mental capacity to make a decision, or take a particular action, who should make the decision?
What does 'best interests' mean? Is there a 'best interests' decision-making process to be followed?
If a person lacks capacity, how should decisions relating to residency, care and treatment be made?
What is the difference between a Lasting Power of Attorney and a Deputyship?
What happens if a person lacking capacity is deprived of their liberty?
How is a deprivation of liberty determined?
Is there a process for a deprivation of liberty to be authorised?
Can a DOLS be challenged?
How does Coronavirus (COVID-19) impact mental capacity?
How can our Mental Capacity Act and Court of Protection solicitors help?
Can you offer legal aid to fund challenging a Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DOLS) challenge or take forward a welfare application to the Court of Protection?
The Mental Capacity Act 2005 sets out how decisions to determine whether a person has or lacks the mental capacity required to make a particular decision, if there is evidence to suggest the presumption of capacity may not apply. If, following assessment, a person is deemed to lack capacity to make a specific decision, Section 4 of the Mental Capacity Act 2005 requires any decisions to be made on behalf of P in their 'best interests'. Often, the people involved with P such as family members, Attorneys, Deputies, and health and social care professionals will disagree as to whether a person has or lacks capacity, and if P lacks capacity, what is in a P's best interests. If disputes cannot be resolved through collaborative decision-making, it may be necessary to make a Welfare application to the Court of Protection.
A person's mental capacity refers to a person's ability to make specific decisions or take actions that influence their life. Capacity is date, time and decision specific. For example, a person may have the capacity to decide where to live or to receive care but may lack capacity to make decisions about their finances.
The Mental Capacity Act 2005 establishes the following key principles:
A person must be assumed to have capacity unless it is established that he or she lacks capacity.
A person is not to be treated as unable to make a decision unless all practicable steps to help him to do so have been taken without success.
A person is not to be treated as unable to make a decision merely because he makes an unwise decision.
An act done, or decision made, for or on behalf of a person who lacks capacity must be done, or made, in his best interests.
Before the act is done, or the decision is made, regard must be had to whether the purpose for which it is needed can be as effectively achieved in a way that is less restrictive of the person's rights and freedom of action.
A fundamental principle of the Mental Capacity Act 2005 is that any person must be assumed to have capacity to make a decision, unless it is established otherwise. P has nothing to prove. To determine a lack of capacity to make a particular decision requires assessment.
The law gives a very specific definition of what it means to lack capacity for the purposes of the Mental Capacity Act 2005. This is a legal not medical test. Section 2 of the Act states:
"A person is deemed to 'lack capacity' in relation to the decision in question if he or she is unable to make a decision for himself in relation to the matter because of an impairment of, or a disturbance in the functioning of, the mind or brain".
This test can be broken down into 3 questions to help with its application:
Is the person unable to make a decision? If so:
Is there an impairment or disturbance in the functioning of the person's mind or brain? If so:
Is the person's inability to make the decision because of the identified impairment or disturbance?
It must be possible to explain how the impairment or disturbance has caused the inability to make a decision. There must be a causal link.
More information regarding the fundamental principles of mental capacity can be found by clicking here to access our mental capacity information sheet.
If it is established that a person, referred to as "P", lacks the mental capacity to make the specific decision in question, the decision will need to made in P's 'best interests' in accordance with Section 4 of the Mental Capacity Act 2005.
The concept of 'best interests' is not defined in the Mental Capacity Act 2005. Instead, Section 4 sets out a checklist of factors which must be considered whenever a person is determining what is in P's best interests. Assessing what is in P's best interests is therefore a process.
The non-exhaustive checklist of factors which must be considered when determining what is in P's best interests includes:
P's past and present wishes and feelings.
The beliefs and values that would be likely to influence the decision if P had capacity, and any other factors that P would be likely to consider if P were able to do so.
The views of others, such as anyone engaged om caring for P, family members, an Attorney or court appointed Deputy.
For complex decisions, such as where P should live and receive care, all the relevant evidence and available options should be discussed and documented at a round table or 'best interests' meeting using a balance sheet approach.
More information regarding best interests decision-making is available by clicking here to access our best interests decision-making information sheet.
Using the best interests decision-making in accordance with Section 4 Mental Capacity Act 2005. Even where an individual is deemed to lack capacity, P should be supported to participate in supported decision-making.
For anyone in receipt of care and support funded by social care or the NHS, care and treatment decisions must still be made in a manner which is complaint with the Mental Capacity Act 2005.
A Lasting Power of Attorney is a document which enables a person with capacity to appoint attorney(s) to make decisions for them in relation to their property and finances, or health and welfare. The document can only be used once it has been registered with the Office of the Public Guardian (OPG) and when the person making it (the donor) has stipulated that it can be used.
If a person lacks capacity (P) to make decisions, and a Lasting Power of Attorney is not in place, it is possible to apply to the Court of Protection to request that a Deputy be appointed.
It is worth noting that the appointment of a Personal Welfare Deputy where P lacks capacity to manage health & welfare, is far less common, than the appointment of a Property & Financial Affairs Deputy. The law relating to when the Court of Protection may appoint a Personal Welfare Deputy is complex.
Click here to access our information sheet which explains health & welfare lasting powers of attorney, deputyships, and welfare applications in more detail. For information relating to property and financial affairs powers of attorney click here and for property and financial affairs deputyships click here.
In any situation where a Hospital or Care Home proposes to deprive a person who lacks capacity of their liberty by virtue of their care arrangements without the person's consent, such a deprivation will need to be authorised by a Deprivation of Liberty Safeguard, commonly referred to as a DOLS.
A person will be deemed to be deprived of their liberty if the person, P, lacks capacity to make a decision about where to live and receive care and:
P is under continuous or constant supervision and control; and
P is not free to leave his or her residence.
Yes. A standard authorisation must be requested where it appears that P is, or will, within 28 days, be accommodated in a Hospital or Care Home in circumstances amounting to a deprivation of liberty.
Urgent authorisations may be self-granted by a Hospital or Care Home for up to 7 days (and may be extended for a further period of 7 days) by a Supervisory Body (a Local Authority) upon request.
Upon receipt of a DOLS application from a Hospital or Care Home, a Local Authority must arrange a Best Interests Assessor and a Mental Health Professional to complete a series of assessments to determine whether P meets 6 qualifying requirements.
Yes. P has an absolute right to challenge a DOLS through the RPR, or where there are delays to the RPR making the application, the Local Authority will have a duty to make an application if they are aware that P is objecting to the DOLS. The process of challenging a DOLS is known as a Section 21A challenge.
For more information regarding the DOLS assessment process, what an RPR means, the 6 qualifying requirements for a DOLS to be granted, and the Section 21A application process, click here to access our DOLS information sheet.
Issues which require careful consideration in the context of COVID-19 include:
The practicalities involved with regard to assessing mental capacity and best interests. Face to face assessment may not be possible.
The options available when making best interests decisions on behalf of P may be reduced.
Contact between P and an RPR or IMCA may need to be maintained through video link or telephone.
Restrictions with regard to P's contact with family and friends may need to be imposed by care providers to protect P and other residents. The recent judgement of Hayden J in BP v Surrey County Council & Anor [2020] considered the issue of contact restrictions for a person subject to a DOLS during the pandemic in detail.
Whether a person has or lacks the capacity to consent to or refuse COVID-19 testing.
Whether a person has or lacks the capacity to make decisions about self-isolation and social distancing.
The relationship between a person with impaired capacity and the restrictions on movement.
Decisions relating to life-saving treatment and prioritising resources.
Useful COVID-19 mental capacity guidance documents include:
The Mental Capacity Act (2005) (MCA) and deprivation of liberty safeguards (DOLS) during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
MCA and DOLS during the COVID-19 pandemic: additional guidance
COVID-19: looking after people who lack mental capacity .gov.uk website. This page is regularly updated to reflect new guidance.
At Lester Aldridge, we provide specialist advice and support to individuals and/or their representatives in relation to all aspects of mental capacity law.
Examples of the types of issues we can assist with relating to health and welfare include:
Advising on how to challenge flawed or disputed capacity assessments.
Providing representation at best interests meetings, and in cases involving deprivation of liberty safeguards, or residency disputes and cases involving the withdrawal of serious medical treatment.
When disputes cannot be resolved, through collaborative decision-making using the best interests decision-making process, we can provide representation to issue and participate in a Welfare application in the Court of Protection.
Advising on Lasting Powers of Attorney, Deputyships, Advance Decisions and future planning. This includes advising with regard to the complexities of the law relating to the appointment of Personal Welfare Deputies.
We can provide:
An initial, free consultation to discuss your circumstances and how to ensure best interests decisions are made properly when a person lacks capacity.
The role of an intermediary. We can liaise with all the people involved, obtain all of the information and evidence required to facilitate a meaningful best interests meeting.
A draft balance sheet which neatly details all of the available options and the advantages and disadvantages of each option based on the evidence. This can be used to support a best interests meeting and to evidence decision-making.
Advocacy at best interests meetings to ensure views are represented and taken into account.
Access to independent experts to help challenge a capacity assessment if the evidence suggests a capacity assessment may be flawed.
Advice at each key stage and with regard to what steps can be taken to resolve disputes. This may involve an application to the Court of Protection.
Representation in Court of Protection welfare proceedings.
We also support families and their loved ones with mental capacity act matters relating to property and financial affairs.
No. The Community Care team at Lester Aldridge does not hold the Community Care legal aid contract.
Non-means tested legal aid funding is available to anyone who is subject to a DOLS authorisation (i.e. P), regardless of their level of income or capital.
Non-means tested legal aid is not available to a family member, Attorney or Deputy who wishes to be represented in Court proceedings relating to a DOLS challenge by P or to make a welfare application. In these scenarios unless the family member, Attorney or Deputy can satisfy the necessary means tests, the family member, Attorney or Deputy will need to privately fund the cost of instructing Lester Aldridge to provide representation. The appropriate method of funding will depend on the issues to be addressed.
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In Autumn of 2007, Samereh Alinejad's son was stabbed to death in a street brawl, and she promised to avenge him by having the killer hanged.
Abdollah Hosseinzadeh was stabbed and killed in a street brawl in the autumn of 2007 when he was only 18. He had known his killer, Balal. The two, barely out of their teens at the time, had played football together. Abdollah was the second son Alinejad had lost, her youngest died as a boy in a motorbike accident when he was 11. Furious in her grief, she was determined Balal would hang.
However, minutes before the killer was to be executed, she pardoned him.
Speaking by phone from Iran's northern Mazandaran province, on the Caspian Sea, Alinejad said she had no intention of sparing Balal's life until the moment she asked for the noose to be removed from his neck. Her last-minute pardon was a remarkable act of humanity that moved hearts across Iran – and the world – but it took Alinejad by surprise as much as it did Balal, his relatives and her own family.
The rest of Alinejad's story can be found here and here.
Balal, stands in the gallows during his execution ceremony in the northern city of Nowshahr on April 15. (Arash Khamooshi/AFP/Getty Images)
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My last #WATWB post was about a Greek man who has devoted his life to saving dogs.
For this month's We Are The World Blogfest (#WATWB), I bring you a similar story albeit from a different part of the world and under different circumstances.
The story of Chella Phillips from Bahamas who rescued 97 dogs from Hurricane Dorian.
In early September, Hurricane Dorian ravaged the Bahamas, reducing thousands of homes to rubble in its wake. Hurricane Dorian was the most intense tropical cyclone on record to strike the Bahamas, and is regarded as the worst natural disaster in the country's history.
Hurricane Dorian hovered over the Bahamas for nearly 48 hours, with torrential rains and wind gusts reaching over 220 mph wreaking havoc on the small island nation. An estimated 13,000 homes were damaged or destroyed, according to the Red Cross.
As residents across the Bahamas prepared for the hurricane, Phillips opened her home to 97 dogs.
A woman in the Bahamas says she has taken in nearly 100 dogs displaced by Hurricane Dorian. Chella Phillips, who runs Voiceless Dogs of Nassau, a small organization aimed at helping stray dogs in the capital city, said she took 97 dogs into her house as the hurricane slammed into the island on Sunday.
Seventy-nine of the dogs were sheltering in her master bedroom, Phillips wrote on Facebook. "It has been insane since last night," she wrote, "poop and piss non stop but at least they are respecting my bed and nobody has dared to jump in."
Phillips said she played music and blasted the air conditioner for the dogs. She also received some donated crates, which were needed for the scared and sick pups.
"The saddest part is that after the hurricane leave the Bahamas, some islands will take a long time to recover," Phillips wrote in the now-viral post. "Each island has abundance of homeless dogs, my heart is so broken for the ones without a place to hide a CAT 5 monster and only God can protect them now."
As rising waters from the storm surge enveloped whole neighborhoods, people — and animals — became displaced or worse. If not for Phillips, the fate of at least 97 dogs in Nassau would be unknown.
The rest of Phillips' story can be found here, here, and here.
Chella Phillips
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In Iowa, US, a carpenter from a humble background saved his earnings over the course of his life and used them to send 33 people to college. People he had never met and would never meet.
Dale Schroeder was a simple, humble man from Iowa, who ended up changing the lives of 33 people forever. Schroeder worked as a carpenter at the same company for 67 years. He grew up poor and had no wife or children of his own.
His friend Steve Nielsen described Schroeder as a "blue collar, lunch pail kind of guy."
When he died in 2005, no one could have guessed how rich Schroeder really was. "He had church jeans and work jeans," Nielsen said.
Schroeder had saved up a fortune over the years. He had no living descendants, so before he died, he went to his lawyer with a plan for his money.
"He said, 'I never got the opportunity to go to college. So, I'd like to help kids go to college,'" Nielsen said. Not only did Schroeder have enough money to send a few kids to college, he had enough saved to send dozens.
The rest of Dale Schroeder's story can be found here.
Dale Schroeder, photo from Newsweek
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#WATWB: The Woman Who Fought Off Three Rapists
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This is the heartfelt and heartwarming story of a woman forced to defend her daughter (and herself) from three rapists in the middle of the night.
Back in 2017, a South African woman named Nokubonga Qampi received a phone call in the middle of the night telling her that her daughter was being raped by three men. Her daugher, Siphokazi, had been visiting her friends who went out at 1.30am and left her alone and asleep. Sometime later, three men she knew well, who had been drinking nearby, attacked her.
Nokubonga's first response was to call the police, but there was no answer. She knew, anyway, that it would take them time to reach her village, in the rolling green and brown hills of South Africa's Eastern Cape province.
She was the only person that could help.
"I was scared, but then I was forced to go because it was my daughter," she said.
"I was thinking that when I get there, she might be dead… Because she knew the perpetrators, and because they knew her and knew she knows them, they might think they had to kill her so she couldn't report them."
"I took it for me, for walking the distance between here and where the incident was taking place, because it is not safe," she says. "It was dark and I had to use the torch on my phone to light the way."
She heard her daughter's screams as she approached the house. On entering the bedroom, the light from her phone enabled her to make out the awful sight of her daughter being raped.
"I was scared… I just stood by the door and asked what they were doing. When they saw it was me, they came charging towards me, that's when I thought that I needed to defend myself, it was an automatic reaction," Nokubonga says.
The rest of Nokubonga's story can be found here. BBC podcast can be found here.
Siphokazi and Nokubonga in January, 16 months after the attack. BBC photo.
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#WATWB: 71-Year-Old Grandmother Walked Several Miles To Donate To Cyclone Survivors
In March this year, one of the worst tropical cyclones on record to affect Africa and the Southern Hemisphere, caused catastrophic damage in Mozambique, Zimbabwe, and Malawi, leaving more than 1,000 people dead and thousands more missing. Hundreds of thousands were displaced. Homes were destroyed and livelihoods wiped out. Hunger, starvation, homelessness and diseases soon took hold over the region. According to the United Nations Office for Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs, OCHA), about 1.85million people were affected by Cyclone Idai.
In the face of this destruction and death, several heroes emerged. The world responded positively to the disaster with donations pouring in from governments, individuals, and organizations such as WFP, UNICEF, MSF, OCHA, UNISDR, Samaritan's Purse, and others. South Africans responded generously to their Zimbabwean neighbours' plight, sending donations from the citizens, companies and members of the Diplomatic Corps to help the victims of the Cyclone.
One 71-year old grandmother named Plaxedes Dilon, a native of Zimbabwe, walked over ten miles to donate clothes to the unfortunate victims of the Cyclone. She had bought the clothes to resell but when she heard about the devastation wreaked by Cyclone Idai, she decided to donate them instead.
Her selfless action drew the attention of the Zimbabwe's richest man who then promised to build her a house.
Plaxedes Dilon trudged on foot from near her home in downtown Harare to the Highlands Presbyterian Church to donate bundles of clothes to victims.
She heard about the devastation of Cyclone Idai, which has killed more than 700 people, on the radio after spending a long day selling clothing and decided to offer her wares to charity.
Church volunteers posted a photo of Ms Dilon with a sack balanced on her head, adding she could not afford to pay for a bus from her neighbourhood of Mbare.
Her selfless act went viral and was noticed by Zimbabwe's richest man, Strive Masiyiwa, who offered to build Ms Dilon a home wherever she wants in the country.
The rest of Dillon's story can be found here, here, and here.
Plaxedes Dilon walked over ten miles to the Highlands Presbyterian Church in Zimbabwe's capital Harare to deliver donations to cyclone survivors. Source: Daily Mail UK
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#WATWB: Shyam Lal–Who Dug a Pond for His Villagers for 27 Years
For years, Saja Pahad village in Chhattisgarh's Koriya district (in India) faced water shortage. Villagers found it difficult to quench the thirst of their cattle, but they did not know what to do. And the government, too, did nothing.
Then one day 15-year-old Shyam Lal decided to take his spade and dig a pond. Fellow villagers laughed at him. But the tribal teenager was determined.
Lal identified a spot in the forest in and kept digging — for 27 years, according to villagers.
The result is nothing less than that of Bihar's mountain man, Dashrath Manjhi — a one-acre 15-feet deep pond, which is filled with the elixir of life.
"No one helped me in my work, neither the administration nor the villagers," the 42-year-old beams proudly, adding that he did it for the welfare of the people and the cattle of his village.
Villagers hail him as a role model and saviour. Ramsaran Bargar (70), a local who witnessed Shyam toil through the years, says, "The pond is now used by everyone and we are all thankful to him."
Sources said Saja Pahad, which lies near a hillock under Chirimiri, still does not have electricity or proper road connectivity. The only source of water for the villagers is a couple of wells.
Lal's work comes as a relief at a time Chhattisgarh is suffering from drought-like situation this year. The rainfall has been 10% short of the average over 10 years. District collectors have been directed to ensure proper utilisation of irrigation facilities.
Shyam Lal. Photo credit: hindustantimes.com
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#WATWB: A Father Carves a Road through a Mountain for His Children
A while back, a man from Odisha, India, singlehandedly carved an 8km (5-mile) road through hilly terrain so that his children attend school.
His three sons used to spend six hours walking from their boarding school in Phulbani to the village of Gumsahi where Nayak lives. Fed up with seeing his kids stumble down the dangerous route, the 45-year-old vegetable seller grabbed a chisel, a pickax, and a garden hoe and began digging a safer path.
In a remote village in India's state of Odisha, the schoolchildren needed to walk through 10 kilometers (6 mi) of thick brush, climbing up and down hills and boulders in each direction for three hours. It's understandable why many of these kids gave up on their education.
But a father named Jalandhar Nayak was determined that his sons would receive an education. His boys moved closer to the school, and Nayak began to work. Armed with only a pickaxe and a crowbar, Nayak began clearing a road to the village in 2016. He pushed boulders and dug the earth so that it would be a flat surface. He worked from sunup until sundown, eight hours a day every day for two years straight.
A local news outlet heard about Nayak's story. The government agreed that the village needed a road, so they paid him for his time and took over the construction where he left off. Once he got the media's attention, he requested that the village get access to running water and electricity, too. After generations of this village having been so far removed from civilization, one man's actions helped the entire community.
The rest of Jalandhar Naya's story can be found here, here, and here.
Jalandhar Nayak. OdishaTV
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In three days you and your crew of two regraded the drive, widened the hairpin, moved several large boulders and put in a culvert to handle the runoff. This, in and of itself, sounds pretty straight forward however we also need to take into consideration some of the challenges you were dealing with!
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CHENNAI SUPER KINGS: Indian Premier League or IPL is much awaited and most viewed match among all over the world. It held in the month of April and May every year. This year it will be starting from 7th april at Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai. Everyone is very excited for the beginning especially cricket fans who never missed a single season or the series of IPL. This season is also very interesting because we will going to watch Chennai Super Kings and Rajasthan Royals playing after two year of suspension due to match fixing case.In this article I am going to give a brief introduction of the teams and their team members. As we know IPL auctions are successfully over and with the completion of auction we got all the details about teams and team players which i am going to discuss with you. There are total 8 teams which are participating in this season of IPL or IPL 11 they are: Chennai Super Kings, Delhi Daredevils, Kings XI Punjab, Mumbai Indians, Rajasthan Royals, Royal Challenger Bangalore, Sunrisers Hyderabad, Kolkata Knight Riders.
MS Dhoni, Ravindra Jadeja, Suresh Raina, Kedar Jadhav, Dwayne Bravo, Karn Sharma, Shane Watson, Shardul Thakur, Ambati Rayudu, Murali Vijay, Harbhajan Singh, Faf Du Plessis, Mark Wood, Sam Billings, Imran Tahir, Deepak Chahar, Mitchell Santner, Lungisani Ngidi, Asif K M, N Jagadeesan, Kanishk Seth, Monu Singh, Dhruv Shorey, Kshitiz Sharma, Chaitanya Bishnoi.
MS Dhoni: MS Dhoni full name is Mahendra Singh Dhoni he is an Indian Cricketer and also captianed of the Indian team.He was born on 7 july 1981in Ranchi, Bihar also know as Mahi ,MSDand captain cool. Under Dhoni's captaincy in 2011 Indian won the world cup.
Ravindra Jadeja: His full name is Ravindrasinh Anirudhsinh Jadeja and he was born on 6 december 1988 in Gujarat. Nickname given to him is Jaddu and rockstar he is commonly know by this names.
Suresh Raina: He is an professional Indian Cricketer and also known for his best fielding in world cricket. He was born on 27 november 1986 in Uttar Pradesh. His nickname is Sonu and was the caption of Gujarat Lions in IPL.
Kedar Jadhav: His full name is Kedar Mahadev Jadhav and born on 26 March 1985 in Maharashtra. He is an Indian Cricketer who also played for Delhi Daredevils and Royal Challengers Bangalore. Now in IPL 11 he is playing for Chennai Super Kings.
Dwayne Bravo: He is commonly known as DJ bravo . He is Trinidadian cricketer and also an singer by profession . He is former captain of West Indies born on 7 october 1983 in Trinidad and Tobago.
Karan Sharma: His full name is Karn Vinod Sharma and he was born on 23 October 1987 in Uttar Pradesh. He made his debut against England in 2014 for twenty-20 international.
Shane Watson: He was born on 17 june 1981 in Australia and a former captain and Australian cricketer.
Shardul Thakur: He is an Indian Cricketer born 0n 16 october 1991 in Maharashtra. He was also a player of Kings XI punjab and Mumbai Indians. In previous IPL season he played for Rising Pune Supergaints team.
Ambati Rayudu: His full name is Ambati Thirupathi Rayudu and he was born on 23 september 1985 in Andhra Pradesh.His ODI debut is againts Zimbabwe in 24 july 2013.
Murali Vijay: He is an Indian International cricketer born on 1 april 1984 in Tamil Nadu. He debut against australia in 2008 and his T20 debut is againts Afghanistan in 2010.
Harbhajan Singh: He is an Indian International cricketer and famous for spin bowler born on 3 july 1980 in Punjab.His full name is Harbhajan Singh Plaha his test debut is against Australia in 25 March 1998.He is also former captain of Mumbai Indians.
Faf Du Plessis: He is an South African cricketer born on 13 july 1984 in South Africa. He is also current captain of Proteas. Hisfull name isFrancois du Plessis. His Test debut is againts Australia in 22 november 2012 and ODI debut is against India in 18 january 2011.
Mark Wood: He is an English Cricketer born on 11 january 1990 in England. His full name is Mark Andrew Wood.His Test debut is against New Zealand in 21 may 2015 and his ODI debut is on 8 may 2015 against South Africa.
Sam Billings: His full name is Samuel William Billings and he was born on 15 june 1991 in Pembury , Kent.His ODI debut is on 9 june 2015 against New Zealand.
Imran Tahir: He was born in Pakistan on 28 March 1979 but he is an South African cricketer.His Test debut is against Australia in 9 November 2011 and ODI debut is on 24 february 2011 against West Indies.
Deepak Chahar: He was born on 7 august 1992 in Uttar Pradesh and an Indian first class cricketer he plays for Rajasthan.He also played for Rising Pune Supergiants .
Mitchell Santner: He is an New Zealand international cricketer born on 5 February 1992 in New Zealand. His full name is Mitchell Josef Santner. His Test debut was against Australia on 27November 2015.
Lungisani Ngidi: He is an South African Cricketer born on 29 March 1996 in South Africa.His first Test debut is on 13 january against India and last is on 9 march 2018 against Australia.
Asif K M: He is an Indian Cricketer born on 24 July 1993 in Edavanna ,Kerala.
N Jagadeesan: He is an Indian Cricketer born on 24 december 1995 in Tamil Nadu. He made his first debut in 2016-17Ranji Trophy for Tamil Nadu.
Kanishk Seth: He is an Indian Cricketer born on 4 november 1997 in Kolkata.
Monu Singh: His full name is Monu Singh Kumar and he was born on 5 november 1994 in Bihar.
Dhruv Shorey: He is an Indian Cricketer born on 5 june 1992 in Delhi and plays for Delhi. He made his debut in Ranji Tropheyon 30 october 2015.
Kshitiz Sharma: He is an Indian Cricketer born on 21 April 1990 in Delhi.His T20 debut on 22 March 2013 in SyedMushtaq Ali Trophy.
Chaitanya Bishnoi: He is an Indian First class cricketer born on 25 august 1994 in Delhi and plays for Haryana.
First match you gonna watch is between Chennai Super Kings and Mumbai India at Wankhede Stadium ,Mumbai , 8 p.m. on saturday 7th April 2018.
This is the full detail of all the match which Chennai Super Kings are gonna playing in IPL11.
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Neal has written an extensive catalogue of works ranging from solo instrumental works to large-scale band and orchestra compositions. He has had works commissioned by the Five Colleges New Music Festival (Amherst, MA), Fifth House Ensemble (Chicago, IL), Michigan State University Concert Orchestra (East Lansing, MI), and many individual performers and ensembles across Michigan.
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Neal hold degrees in Music Composition (DMA) and Theory (MM) from Michigan State University, and in Music Composition (MM), Business (MBA), and Saxophone Performance (BM) from Western Michigan University. His primary instructors in composition were David Biedenbender, Alexis Bacon, Richard Adams, and C. Curtis Smith.
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