Wellfleet Dept. of Health and Conservation

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A North Atlantic right whale calf was spotted last week with serious injuries consistent with a vessel strike. The newborn calf—one of only nine calves spotted so far this calving season and the eighth born to mother “Juno” (Catalog #1612)—was seen with several injuries to its head, mouth, and left lip, and will likely die due to these injuries.

This represents the 14th vessel strike in U.S. waters since 2008 that has led to either a mortality or serious injury of a North Atlantic right whale and truly underscores the need to act now to implement enhanced regulations to help protect the critically endangered species.

📸: Forever Hooked Charters

Learn more from National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) here: https://bit.ly/3iB1282

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A walk on the beach is perfect anytime of the year. Coast Guard Beach January 2024. Photo Credit: Joan Francolini

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We made a commitment to provide food to support children in our community, so they don't go hungry over the weekends. 🎒
Learn how you can help: https://capekidmeals.org/help-cape-cod-children/

01/12/2024

Feeding America celebrates the news that at least 35 states, five U.S. territories and four tribes intend to launch Summer EBT in 2024, with potentially more to follow in 2025. By providing grocery benefits, the Summer EBT program will center the dignity and agency of families by allowing them to choose the nutritious foods that best meet their needs.

This new program could not have started at a better time. In 2022, more than 13 million children in the U.S.—1 in 5—faced hunger. This is a 44% increase from the prior year and the highest rate of child food insecurity in nearly a decade. As we saw during the pandemic, we know we can increase food security when we all work together to make sound policies a priority. Programs like Summer EBT will positively impact child food security.

Feeding America thanks members of Congress for their bipartisan support to create this vital new nutrition assistance program and the USDA and state agencies for continued efforts to successfully implement the program to help ensure children in the U.S. are nourished and healthy year-round.

Read our full statement here: bit.ly/3RRDZmT

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WIC celebrates you and your unique family We’re here to help you get prenatal care, breastfeeding support, mental health referrals, nutritious food, and more for your family. Apply online today! https://www.mass.gov/forms/apply-for-wic-online

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🦈🗓️ Have you applied yet for AWSC’s summer 2024 internship program? 🌊🌞 Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to dive into the world of shark conservation and education and gain invaluable hands-on experience. The application deadline is February 9th! 📝 Apply today!
https://www.atlanticwhiteshark.org/internships