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BEIJING, Dec. 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — CGTN published an article on the post-disaster rescue and reconstruction efforts following a devastating fire in Tai Po in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR), highlighting the collective efforts by the central government and the HKSAR government, Hong Kong residents, volunteers from the mainland, and different sectors of society.

At Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po, residents have quietly returned to homes they’ll never be able to live in again – some for the first time since the devastating fire on November 26. Many came only to retrieve what little they could carry. But they were not alone.

Clusters of volunteers stood ready to help them pack up belongings and guide families to the waiting vans. Nearby, an unattended truck sat with its back doors open, stocked with bottled drinks, cardboard boxes and plastic bags – free for anyone who needed them.

Among those offering help was Wong Chi-chuen, 58-year-old taxi driver. For five straight days, Wong and several fellow drivers had been shuttling residents for free. “We start at eight and don’t stop until late,” he said. “Yes, it hurts our incomes, but helping people matters more.”

From long lines of volunteers to steady donations from across society, Hong Kong has mobilized on a remarkable scale, coming together to support families hit by the tragedy.

Government steps up support

In the wake of the fire, Chinese President Xi Jinping immediately urged all-out efforts to extinguish the blaze and minimize casualties and losses. He also extended his deep condolences, as well as his sympathies to the victims’ families and all those affected by the fire.

The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) government, within hours of the disaster, launched a citywide rescue and resettlement operation. Temporary shelters opened across Tai Po the same night, and emergency payments were issued immediately.

As of December 5, 1,369 residents had been placed in youth hostels, camps and hotel rooms. Another 2,499 people had moved into transitional housing. Chief Executive John Lee pledged that “no affected family will be left behind” and said the accommodation will be free throughout the reconstruction period.

One day after the fire, each affected household was given an emergency payment of HK$10,000. The government later announced HK$200,000 in condolence payments to the families of victims. It also provided HK$50,000 in living allowances for affected households – an amount later increased to HK$100,000.

The Social Welfare Department has reached out to over 4,900 residents from over 1,900 households as part of its “one social worker per household” support scheme, providing counseling, coordinating supplies and offering day-to-day help. Each household is also paired with two civil servants to assist with medical visits, packing, transport and other practical needs.

Lion Rock spirit

The tragedy has prompted a strong wave of compassion from across Hong Kong and beyond.

On the day of the fire, residents brought clothing, food and water to shelters, while long queues formed at blood donation centers. A shipment of urgently needed blankets was transported overnight from the mainland’s Dongguan to Tai Po.

Volunteers have been working around the clock at shelters and transitional housing sites to ensure residents can get help whenever they need. Once a request is made, volunteers coordinate and deliver supplies quickly.

“Hong Kong people have the Lion Rock spirit. When one suffers, everyone supports,” said Mei Siu-fung, head of the Tai Po District Care Team, adding about 400 local volunteers responded within hours after the fire. The Lion Rock spirit, often described as the spirit of Hong Kong, reflects the city’s collective resilience and determination to overcome hardship and strive for a better life.

Support has also flowed in from the mainland and Macao. Shenzhen residents organized supply trucks. Children and elder villagers from Guizhou donated what they could. Mainland organizations–large and small –mobilized medical gear, relief materials and millions in funding. The Macao Foundation sent HK$30 million.

Public donations to the support fund for Wang Fuk Court have now reached around HK$3 billion. Together with HK$300 million in seed funding from the HKSAR government, the fund totals roughly HK$3.3 billion and will support rebuilding and long-term assistance.

“Disasters are merciless, but people have love,” Lee said. “The care and donations from Guangdong, Macao and many others reflect compassion, solidarity and hope. The government will ensure every dollar goes toward helping residents rebuild their lives.”

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FORT WORTH, Texas, Dec. 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — EECU is proud to announce that applications for its 2026 scholarship program are now open. Each year, EECU awards scholarships to outstanding high school seniors who demonstrate academic excellence, leadership, and a commitment to community service.

In 2026, EECU will be awarding up to $65,000 in scholarships to 13 graduating seniors across North Texas, helping them pursue higher education at institutions across the country. Each student will receive a $5,000 scholarship, reinforcing EECU’s commitment to supporting the educational goals of its members and their families.

“EECU has always been passionate about supporting education,” said Lonnie Nicholson, President and CEO of EECU. “Our scholarship program helps make higher education more accessible to the students in our community, and it’s a privilege to offer financial support to another class of graduates.”

Since the program’s inception more than 35 years ago, EECU has awarded more than $780,000 in scholarship money to Texas students.

EECU encourages all eligible graduating seniors to apply. High school educators and administrators are encouraged to share the application and eligibility criteria with their students as well.

The application deadline for the EECU scholarship program is January 31, 2026. High school seniors who are EECU Members or whose parents/guardians are Members are eligible to apply. Applicants will be evaluated based on academic achievement, extracurricular involvement, leadership experience, and a personal essay. Finalists will be notified in the spring of 2026.

For more information and to apply, visit https://eecu.org/scholarship.

About EECU

With more than $4.5 billion in assets and over 292,000 Members, EECU is one of North Texas’s largest locally-owned financial institutions. EECU is a not-for-profit credit union and has been serving North Texas for more than 90 years. Today, EECU offers a full range of financial products and nationwide convenience through a network of 5,000 Service Centers, 85,000 free ATMs, and 24/7 online and mobile banking. For more information, visit EECU.org or connect with EECU on Facebook, X, Instagram, and LinkedIn. Equal Housing Opportunity. Federally Insured by NCUA.

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Adam Hernandez
Director, Digital & Corporate Communications
(817) 805-1246
Adam.Hernandez@EECU.org

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Robbert Rietbroek Appointed President and CEO, Effective January 1, 2026

Michael P. Doss to Step Down as President and CEO, Effective December 31, 2025

ATLANTA, Dec. 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Graphic Packaging Holding Company (NYSE: GPK) (“Graphic Packaging” or the “Company”), a global leader in sustainable consumer packaging, today announced that Robbert Rietbroek has been appointed President and Chief Executive Officer and as a director of the Company, effective January 1, 2026. Mr. Rietbroek succeeds Michael P. Doss, who has served as the Company’s President and Chief Executive Officer since 2016 and has mutually agreed with the Graphic Packaging Board of Directors to step down from his role and as a director effective December 31, 2025.

Mr. Rietbroek brings a distinguished record of delivering strategic value creation and more than 25 years of global leadership experience across some of the world’s largest consumer products companies. Most recently, he served as the inaugural Chief Executive Officer and Director of Primo Brands Corporation, a publicly traded, leading North American branded bottled water company. Prior to this, Mr. Rietbroek served as Chief Executive Officer of Primo Water Corporation, a publicly traded provider of sustainable drinking water solutions, where he drove growth, operational excellence, and deepened customer and retail partner engagement. He led Primo Water’s transformative merger with BlueTriton Brands, Inc., forming the combined entity Primo Brands. Earlier in his career, Mr. Rietbroek held senior leadership roles at PepsiCo, Kimberly-Clark and Procter & Gamble, in North America, Europe, South America, and Australia, driving growth, transformative strategy and product innovation across multiple regions and markets.

Philip R. Martens, Chairman of the Graphic Packaging Board said: “We are pleased to appoint Robbert as Graphic Packaging’s next CEO. His unique combination of extensive CPG expertise and solid track record of delivering value-creating results positions him well to drive organic growth and world-class execution, and deliver strong and steady free cash flow. The Board is confident that Robbert is the right leader to advance the Company’s progress toward achieving our Vision 2030 goals.”

Mr. Martens continued: “On behalf of the Board, I’d like to thank Mike for his strong leadership and many contributions to Graphic Packaging. During his 10 years as CEO and 35 years at the Company, Mike has helped transform Graphic Packaging into the industry leader it is today, expanding the scope and scale in both the U.S. and Europe, completing the largest investment in Graphic Packaging’s history with our state-of-the-art facility in Waco, Texas that will provide a long-term competitive advantage and establishing the Vision 2030 platform. His strategic thinking and dedication will leave a lasting legacy on Graphic Packaging, and we wish him all the best in his next chapter.”

Michael P. Doss said: “Leading the talented Graphic Packaging team over the past decade has been a privilege and the highlight of my career. I am thankful to all of our employees for their dedication to our customers and their commitment to delivering world-class results. Together, we expanded our Company’s capabilities, built what we believe is the world’s best sustainable consumer packaging innovation platform, and created durable competitive advantage in recycled paperboard efficiency and quality. With the completion of our Vision 2025 transformation, we have everything we need to deliver on our Vision 2030 goals. I believe that this is the right time for this transition. Along with the Board, I am confident that Robbert is the right person to step into the CEO role to build on the exceptionally strong foundation we have put in place, and to take Graphic Packaging to the next level. I look forward to working with Robbert to ensure a smooth transition.”

Robbert Rietbroek said: “I have long admired Graphic Packaging for its sustainable packaging solutions and am honored to join at such a pivotal moment in its journey. Graphic Packaging has the right assets, team and capabilities to execute on its Vision 2030 priorities, and I am eager to lead the Company into our next phase. I look forward to working with the Board and leadership team to lead this world-class team, create new and innovative solutions for customers that improve the environmental footprint and drive long-term value for our stakeholders.”

Full-Year 2025 Guidance
Today, in a separate announcement, the Company provided additional information on its cost and production optimization plans, updated its full-year 2025 guidance, and reaffirmed its confidence in its 2026 free cash flow targets.

About Robbert Rietbroek
Mr. Rietbroek brings a distinguished record of delivering strategic value creation and more than 25 years of global leadership experience across some of the world’s largest consumer products companies. Most recently, he served as the inaugural Chief Executive Officer and Director of Primo Brands Corporation, a publicly traded, leading North American branded bottled water company. Before serving as CEO of Primo Brands, Mr. Rietbroek served as Chief Executive Officer at Primo Water Corporation, a publicly traded provider of sustainable drinking water solutions. He led Primo Water’s historic and transformative merger with BlueTriton Brands, Inc., forming the combined entity Primo Brands in November 2024. Under his leadership, Primo Brands was named one of America’s Greenest Companies by Newsweek. Prior to that, he served as Senior Vice President and General Manager of Quaker Foods North America, a publicly reported division of PepsiCo, where he oversaw end-to-end operations and P&L, directing brand management, operational excellence, and strategic growth initiatives. He also served as Senior Vice President and General Manager for PepsiCo Australia and New Zealand, where he led regional business performance. His extensive global tenure also encompasses leadership positions at Kimberly-Clark, where he led Global Baby and Child Care, and Kimberly-Clark Australia & New Zealand, where he had responsibility for the Millicent Mill in South Australia, one of the largest paper tissue and towel manufacturing facilities in the Asia-Pacific region. Mr. Rietbroek started his career at Procter & Gamble, where he worked for 15 years and served in a variety of positions driving strategic initiatives and brand development across Europe, South America, and the United States. Mr. Rietbroek has board experience at the Consumer Brands Association, World Business Chicago, the Australian Food and Grocery Council, and American Chamber of Commerce Australia. He holds three packaging design patents and has a Master’s degree from Maastricht University in the Netherlands. In 2024, Mr. Rietbroek was honored by Key Executives as one of Tampa’s Top 25 CEOs, recognizing his visionary leadership and profound industry contributions. He was also a featured speaker at the 2025 Milken Institute Global Conference.

Contact Information
Investors: Investor.Relations@Graphicpkg.com
Media: Comms@Graphicpkg.com

Forward-Looking Statements
Any statements of the Company’s expectations in this press release, including but not limited to statements relating to expect free cash flow and execution of Vision 2030 priorities, as well as the expected timing and benefits of the planned management transition, constitute “forward-looking statements” as defined in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Such statements are based on currently available information and are subject to various risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from the Company’s present expectations. These risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, volatility of the global economy, inflation of and volatility in raw material and energy costs, continuing pressure for lower cost products, new leadership’s ability to implement the Company’s business strategies, including productivity initiatives and cost reduction plans, as well as the Company’s debt level, currency movements and other risks of conducting business internationally, the impact of regulatory and litigation matters, including the continued availability of the Company’s U.S. federal income tax attributes to offset U.S. federal income taxes and the timing related to the Company’s future U.S. federal income tax payments. Undue reliance should not be placed on such forward-looking statements, as such statements speak only as of the date on which they are made and the Company undertakes no obligation to update such statements, except as required by law. Additional information regarding these and other risks is contained in the Company’s periodic filings with the SEC.

About Graphic Packaging Holding Company
Graphic Packaging designs and produces consumer packaging made primarily from renewable or recycled materials. An industry leader in innovation, the Company is committed to reducing the environmental footprint of consumer packaging. Graphic Packaging operates a global network of design and manufacturing facilities serving the world’s most widely recognized brands in food, beverage, foodservice, household, and other consumer products. Learn more at www.graphicpkg.com.

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Robbert Rietbroek Appointed President and CEO, Effective January 1, 2026

Michael P. Doss to Step Down as President and CEO, Effective December 31, 2025

ATLANTA, Dec. 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Graphic Packaging Holding Company (NYSE: GPK) (“Graphic Packaging” or the “Company”), a global leader in sustainable consumer packaging, today announced that Robbert Rietbroek has been appointed President and Chief Executive Officer and as a director of the Company, effective January 1, 2026. Mr. Rietbroek succeeds Michael P. Doss, who has served as the Company’s President and Chief Executive Officer since 2016 and has mutually agreed with the Graphic Packaging Board of Directors to step down from his role and as a director effective December 31, 2025.

Mr. Rietbroek brings a distinguished record of delivering strategic value creation and more than 25 years of global leadership experience across some of the world’s largest consumer products companies. Most recently, he served as the inaugural Chief Executive Officer and Director of Primo Brands Corporation, a publicly traded, leading North American branded bottled water company. Prior to this, Mr. Rietbroek served as Chief Executive Officer of Primo Water Corporation, a publicly traded provider of sustainable drinking water solutions, where he drove growth, operational excellence, and deepened customer and retail partner engagement. He led Primo Water’s transformative merger with BlueTriton Brands, Inc., forming the combined entity Primo Brands. Earlier in his career, Mr. Rietbroek held senior leadership roles at PepsiCo, Kimberly-Clark and Procter & Gamble, in North America, Europe, South America, and Australia, driving growth, transformative strategy and product innovation across multiple regions and markets.

Philip R. Martens, Chairman of the Graphic Packaging Board said: “We are pleased to appoint Robbert as Graphic Packaging’s next CEO. His unique combination of extensive CPG expertise and solid track record of delivering value-creating results positions him well to drive organic growth and world-class execution, and deliver strong and steady free cash flow. The Board is confident that Robbert is the right leader to advance the Company’s progress toward achieving our Vision 2030 goals.”

Mr. Martens continued: “On behalf of the Board, I’d like to thank Mike for his strong leadership and many contributions to Graphic Packaging. During his 10 years as CEO and 35 years at the Company, Mike has helped transform Graphic Packaging into the industry leader it is today, expanding the scope and scale in both the U.S. and Europe, completing the largest investment in Graphic Packaging’s history with our state-of-the-art facility in Waco, Texas that will provide a long-term competitive advantage and establishing the Vision 2030 platform. His strategic thinking and dedication will leave a lasting legacy on Graphic Packaging, and we wish him all the best in his next chapter.”

Michael P. Doss said: “Leading the talented Graphic Packaging team over the past decade has been a privilege and the highlight of my career. I am thankful to all of our employees for their dedication to our customers and their commitment to delivering world-class results. Together, we expanded our Company’s capabilities, built what we believe is the world’s best sustainable consumer packaging innovation platform, and created durable competitive advantage in recycled paperboard efficiency and quality. With the completion of our Vision 2025 transformation, we have everything we need to deliver on our Vision 2030 goals. I believe that this is the right time for this transition. Along with the Board, I am confident that Robbert is the right person to step into the CEO role to build on the exceptionally strong foundation we have put in place, and to take Graphic Packaging to the next level. I look forward to working with Robbert to ensure a smooth transition.”

Robbert Rietbroek said: “I have long admired Graphic Packaging for its sustainable packaging solutions and am honored to join at such a pivotal moment in its journey. Graphic Packaging has the right assets, team and capabilities to execute on its Vision 2030 priorities, and I am eager to lead the Company into our next phase. I look forward to working with the Board and leadership team to lead this world-class team, create new and innovative solutions for customers that improve the environmental footprint and drive long-term value for our stakeholders.”

Full-Year 2025 Guidance
Today, in a separate announcement, the Company provided additional information on its cost and production optimization plans, updated its full-year 2025 guidance, and reaffirmed its confidence in its 2026 free cash flow targets.

About Robbert Rietbroek
Mr. Rietbroek brings a distinguished record of delivering strategic value creation and more than 25 years of global leadership experience across some of the world’s largest consumer products companies. Most recently, he served as the inaugural Chief Executive Officer and Director of Primo Brands Corporation, a publicly traded, leading North American branded bottled water company. Before serving as CEO of Primo Brands, Mr. Rietbroek served as Chief Executive Officer at Primo Water Corporation, a publicly traded provider of sustainable drinking water solutions. He led Primo Water’s historic and transformative merger with BlueTriton Brands, Inc., forming the combined entity Primo Brands in November 2024. Under his leadership, Primo Brands was named one of America’s Greenest Companies by Newsweek. Prior to that, he served as Senior Vice President and General Manager of Quaker Foods North America, a publicly reported division of PepsiCo, where he oversaw end-to-end operations and P&L, directing brand management, operational excellence, and strategic growth initiatives. He also served as Senior Vice President and General Manager for PepsiCo Australia and New Zealand, where he led regional business performance. His extensive global tenure also encompasses leadership positions at Kimberly-Clark, where he led Global Baby and Child Care, and Kimberly-Clark Australia & New Zealand, where he had responsibility for the Millicent Mill in South Australia, one of the largest paper tissue and towel manufacturing facilities in the Asia-Pacific region. Mr. Rietbroek started his career at Procter & Gamble, where he worked for 15 years and served in a variety of positions driving strategic initiatives and brand development across Europe, South America, and the United States. Mr. Rietbroek has board experience at the Consumer Brands Association, World Business Chicago, the Australian Food and Grocery Council, and American Chamber of Commerce Australia. He holds three packaging design patents and has a Master’s degree from Maastricht University in the Netherlands. In 2024, Mr. Rietbroek was honored by Key Executives as one of Tampa’s Top 25 CEOs, recognizing his visionary leadership and profound industry contributions. He was also a featured speaker at the 2025 Milken Institute Global Conference.

Contact Information
Investors: Investor.Relations@Graphicpkg.com
Media: Comms@Graphicpkg.com

Forward-Looking Statements
Any statements of the Company’s expectations in this press release, including but not limited to statements relating to expect free cash flow and execution of Vision 2030 priorities, as well as the expected timing and benefits of the planned management transition, constitute “forward-looking statements” as defined in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Such statements are based on currently available information and are subject to various risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from the Company’s present expectations. These risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, volatility of the global economy, inflation of and volatility in raw material and energy costs, continuing pressure for lower cost products, new leadership’s ability to implement the Company’s business strategies, including productivity initiatives and cost reduction plans, as well as the Company’s debt level, currency movements and other risks of conducting business internationally, the impact of regulatory and litigation matters, including the continued availability of the Company’s U.S. federal income tax attributes to offset U.S. federal income taxes and the timing related to the Company’s future U.S. federal income tax payments. Undue reliance should not be placed on such forward-looking statements, as such statements speak only as of the date on which they are made and the Company undertakes no obligation to update such statements, except as required by law. Additional information regarding these and other risks is contained in the Company’s periodic filings with the SEC.

About Graphic Packaging Holding Company
Graphic Packaging designs and produces consumer packaging made primarily from renewable or recycled materials. An industry leader in innovation, the Company is committed to reducing the environmental footprint of consumer packaging. Graphic Packaging operates a global network of design and manufacturing facilities serving the world’s most widely recognized brands in food, beverage, foodservice, household, and other consumer products. Learn more at www.graphicpkg.com.

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QUINCY, Mass., Dec. 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The City of Quincy and Boston-based clean technology company Cero Global have announced a new pilot program designed to reduce vehicle emissions, lower city fuel and maintenance costs, and improve air quality for residents.

Diesel vehicles are a major source of harmful pollutants that contribute to respiratory illness, particularly in communities exposed to heavy exhaust. This pilot project will test Cero Global’s technology on city-owned vehicles to demonstrate measurable reductions in emissions and fuel use, helping protect public health while reducing municipal spending.

Quincy Leads the Way in Sustainability

Under the leadership of Mayor Tom Koch, Quincy continues to expand its commitment to sustainability and fiscal responsibility. As the first city in the country to pilot this new emissions-reducing technology, Quincy is paving the way for innovative, cost-effective solutions that deliver environmental and economic benefits.

“We’re always looking for ways to make Quincy greener and more efficient,” said Mayor Tom Koch. “This partnership with Cero Global helps us reduce harmful emissions, save taxpayer dollars, and take another step toward a cleaner, healthier city. Electric vehicles are an important part of our future, but they remain costly for cities to deploy at scale. This technology allows us to make meaningful progress right now.”

About Cero Global

Cero Global, a Cleantech Open Northeast alumni company based in Boston, develops retrofit technology that improves internal combustion engine performance. Its patented, clip-and-play device can reduce vehicle emissions by more than 60% and improve fuel economy by 3-5%, while transmitting real-time data to optimize fleet operations and reduce long-term maintenance costs.

“Partnering with the City of Quincy is a milestone for our mission to make cleaner, more efficient fleets accessible today,” said Brian Lee, Founder and CEO of Cero Global. “Massachusetts has long been a leader in sustainability, and forward-thinking partnerships like this one are essential to developing the next generation of clean, scalable transportation solutions.”

About the Pilot Project

The pilot program will launch with 10-15 city vehicles over the coming months, including units from the Department of Public Works, Fire Department, and School Department. The goal is to quantify emissions reductions and cost savings across a range of vehicle types.

Phase one of the project will last approximately three months, with plans to expand to a broader deployment over the following 6-12 months if successful.

Media Contact:
Matthew Mallory
VP of Business Development and Marketing
Cero Global, Inc.
+1 508-658-2710 | 405962@email4pr.com | cero-global.com

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QUINCY, Mass., Dec. 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The City of Quincy and Boston-based clean technology company Cero Global have announced a new pilot program designed to reduce vehicle emissions, lower city fuel and maintenance costs, and improve air quality for residents.

Diesel vehicles are a major source of harmful pollutants that contribute to respiratory illness, particularly in communities exposed to heavy exhaust. This pilot project will test Cero Global’s technology on city-owned vehicles to demonstrate measurable reductions in emissions and fuel use, helping protect public health while reducing municipal spending.

Quincy Leads the Way in Sustainability

Under the leadership of Mayor Tom Koch, Quincy continues to expand its commitment to sustainability and fiscal responsibility. As the first city in the country to pilot this new emissions-reducing technology, Quincy is paving the way for innovative, cost-effective solutions that deliver environmental and economic benefits.

“We’re always looking for ways to make Quincy greener and more efficient,” said Mayor Tom Koch. “This partnership with Cero Global helps us reduce harmful emissions, save taxpayer dollars, and take another step toward a cleaner, healthier city. Electric vehicles are an important part of our future, but they remain costly for cities to deploy at scale. This technology allows us to make meaningful progress right now.”

About Cero Global

Cero Global, a Cleantech Open Northeast alumni company based in Boston, develops retrofit technology that improves internal combustion engine performance. Its patented, clip-and-play device can reduce vehicle emissions by more than 60% and improve fuel economy by 3-5%, while transmitting real-time data to optimize fleet operations and reduce long-term maintenance costs.

“Partnering with the City of Quincy is a milestone for our mission to make cleaner, more efficient fleets accessible today,” said Brian Lee, Founder and CEO of Cero Global. “Massachusetts has long been a leader in sustainability, and forward-thinking partnerships like this one are essential to developing the next generation of clean, scalable transportation solutions.”

About the Pilot Project

The pilot program will launch with 10-15 city vehicles over the coming months, including units from the Department of Public Works, Fire Department, and School Department. The goal is to quantify emissions reductions and cost savings across a range of vehicle types.

Phase one of the project will last approximately three months, with plans to expand to a broader deployment over the following 6-12 months if successful.

Media Contact:
Matthew Mallory
VP of Business Development and Marketing
Cero Global, Inc.
+1 508-658-2710 | 405962@email4pr.com | cero-global.com

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Long Island’s Largest One-Day Food Drive Collects 4,767 Frozen Turkeys, 23,162 Pounds of Food and $117,244 in Donations for Island Harvest Food Bank

One in 12 Long Islanders – More Than 240,000 People – Struggle with Food Insecurity

BETHPAGE, N.Y., Dec. 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — After this year’s Thanksgiving holiday, FourLeaf Federal Credit Union would like to express its gratitude to the corporations, organizations, individual donors, and volunteers that helped make this year’s FourLeaf Turkey Drive a success. Amid record-high levels of food insecurity across Long Island, the 17^th annual event collected 4,767 frozen turkeys, 23,162 pounds of food, and $117,244 in donations to benefit Island Harvest Food Bank. FourLeaf Federal Credit Union personally made a $50,000 donation to Island Harvest at the drive.

“Each year, the FourLeaf Turkey Drive reminds us of what’s possible when a community comes together,” said Linda Armyn, President and CEO of FourLeaf Federal Credit Union. “We’re deeply grateful to our corporate partners, local organizations, and the thousands of individuals who donated their time, food, and resources to help Long Islanders in need. Their generosity is the heartbeat of this effort. At a time when food insecurity continues to rise, these partnerships are essential, ensuring that families across our region can sit down to a Thanksgiving meal and feel the support of a caring community.”

Since its launch in 2008, the FourLeaf Turkey Drive has become Long Island’s largest one-day food drive, collecting nearly 60,000 turkeys and 290,000 pounds of food for Island Harvest. All donations directly help supply Thanksgiving meals to families in need through Island Harvest’s network of over 300 food pantries, soup kitchens, and other hunger-relief programs across Nassau and Suffolk counties.

“With proposed federal cutbacks and other economic uncertainty, support from our longtime partner, FourLeaf Federal Credit Union, and the generosity of Long Islanders and businesses who support the annual FourLeaf Turkey Drive have such an impact in helping our neighbors in need enjoy a brighter, more hopeful holiday season,” said Randi Shubin Dresner, President and CEO, Island Harvest.

This year’s FourLeaf Turkey Drive happened during a time of great need. According to Feeding America’s^® 2023 Map the Meal Gap report, 240,470 Long Islanders lived with food insecurity in 2023, a 10% increase from 2022 when 221,190 residents were food insecure. That means one in 12 Long Islanders (8.3%) struggles to put food on the table, compared to one in 13 the year before. Among children, 44,520 experienced food insecurity in 2023, representing 7.2% of all children on Long Island.

Island Harvest is expected to distribute a record 20 million pounds of food this year, exceeding levels distributed during the pandemic. “Many Long Island families continue to face difficulties paying for increased prices for such basic commodities as food, clothing and fuel. Add in the region’s high cost of living, and many find themselves living on the edge of making tough decisions between paying for rent, transportation and medicine, and buying food,” explains Dresner.

FourLeaf Federal Credit Union, the largest credit union in the Northeast and the 15th largest in the nation, remains committed to supporting the communities it serves through its FourLeaf Cares program, investing heavily in local initiatives that promote equity, belonging, and stronger, healthier communities.

About FourLeaf Federal Credit Union
FourLeaf Federal Credit Union (FourLeaf) is a financial institution committed to enriching the lives of its members, employees, and the communities it has served for over 80 years. FourLeaf is the 16th largest credit union in the nation. In addition to giving back to its members in the form of competitive rates and fees, the FourLeaf Cares Program supports local initiatives through charitable giving, financial literacy, and volunteerism.

A Certified Great Place to Work^® and a Glass Door Best Place to Work for Small & Midsize companies, FourLeaf is a federally chartered credit union, available to people nationwide who open a $5 membership account. FourLeaf offers a robust digital platform that allows members to bank from anywhere. FourLeaf is part of the Co-op network that gives members access to their accounts at over 30,000 surcharge-free ATMs nationwide and 5,000+ shared branches across the U.S. As a financial cooperative, FourLeaf is a best-in class financial institution that offers a wide array of products and services to meet members’ needs. For more information on FourLeaf’s robust portfolio of banking, borrowing, and investment services, visit fourleaffcu.com or call 1-800-628-7070.

About Island Harvest Food Bank
Island Harvest Food Bank is a leading human services organization whose mission is to end hunger and reduce food waste on Long Island. We accomplish this through innovative programs and services aimed at enhanced hunger awareness, short-term case management, nutrition education, outreach and advocacy initiatives, a Workforce Skills Development Institute, our organic farm, and efficient food collection and distribution. Our work directly supports children, families, seniors, and veterans who turn to us in times of crisis and when needed and supports a network of 300 community-based nonprofit organizations. Island Harvest Food Bank is a member of Feeding America^®, a nationwide network of food banks leading the effort to solve hunger in the U.S. To learn more, visit www.islandharvest.org.

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National program offers consumers a simple, no-cost way to recycle eligible disposable razors & their associated plastic packaging

TRENTON, N.J., Dec. 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Schick® and Skintimate®, two of Edgewell Personal Care’s flagship shave care brands, have launched the Edgewell Schick and Skintimate Free Recycling Program in collaboration with international recycling leader TerraCycle®. This initiative allows consumers across the continental U.S. to collect and recycle all Schick® and Skintimate® disposable razors and their plastic packaging through TerraCycle®. While the cardboard packaging component can be recycled curbside, where accepted.

The Edgewell Schick and Skintimate Free Recycling Program offers consumers a simple way to dispose of hard-to-recycle items. By collecting and recycling disposable razors and their packaging through the program, these hard-to-recycle items are kept out of landfills and incinerators.

“Razors are made from a mix of metal and plastic, which means most local recycling services can’t process these items. As a result, consumers are often left without a real recycling option,” said Tom Szaky, Founder and CEO of TerraCycle. “The Edgewell Schick and Skintimate Free Recycling Program addresses this challenge by giving consumers a free, nationwide option to recycle these products and make disposal easier.”

To participate, consumers can visit the Edgewell Schick and Skintimate Free Recycling Program to sign up and download a free shipping label. Used Schick and Skintimate disposable razors and the associated plastic packaging can be collected in any secure, puncture-proof box. Once full, the box can be sealed, labeled, and sent to TerraCycle for recycling. Plastics are processed into pellets used to make products such as park benches, picnic tables, and decking, and the metals are smelted into sheeting, ingots, or bar stock that serve as base materials for stamped applications like nuts, bolts, washers, and rings.

“Our well-loved brands are always seeking new ideas and innovative solutions to bring joy to everyday life,” said Amy Knight, Vice President, Global Sustainability at Edgewell Personal Care. “Through our partnership with TerraCycle, we’re offering a convenient recycling option that helps consumers give products a second life, reflecting our sustainability strategy to support circularity where possible and encouraging more participation in recycling.”

The Edgewell Schick and Skintimate Free Recycling Program is open to individuals, households, schools, and community organizations across the continental United States. To learn more about how TerraCycle partners with businesses to recycle traditionally hard-to-recycle waste, visit www.terracycle.com.

About Edgewell
Edgewell (NYSE: EPC) is a leading pure-play consumer products company with an attractive, diversified portfolio of established brand names such as Schick®, Wilkinson Sword® and Billie® men’s and women’s shaving systems and disposable razors; Edge and Skintimate® shave preparations; Playtex®, Stayfree®, Carefree® and o.b.® feminine care products; Banana Boat®, Hawaiian Tropic®, Bulldog®,  Jack Black®, and Cremo® sun and skin care products; and Wet Ones® products. The Company has a broad global footprint and operates in more than 50 markets, including the U.S., Canada, Mexico, Germany, Japan, the U.K. and Australia, with approximately 6,700 employees worldwide.

About TerraCycle
TerraCycle is an international leader in innovative sustainability solutions, creating and operating first-of-their-kind platforms in recycling, recycled materials, and reuse. Across 21 countries, TerraCycle is on a mission to rethink waste and develop practical solutions for today’s complex waste challenges. The company engages an expansive multi-stakeholder community across a wide range of accessible programs, from Fortune 500 companies to schools and individuals. To learn more about TerraCycle and join them on their journey to move the world from a linear economy to a circular one, please visit www.terracycle.com.  

CONTACT:
Sue Kauffman
TerraCycle
sue.kauffman@terracycle.com

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Turning Point with David Jeremiah celebrates 25 years of national broadcasting

SAN DIEGO, Dec. 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — After an amazing quarter-century, Turning Point with David Jeremiah is celebrating 25 years of national television broadcasting.

Experience the full interactive Multichannel News Release here: https://www.multivu.com/turning-point-for-god/9323353-en-turning-point-with-david-jeremiah-celebrates-25-years-national-broadcasting

The milestone was celebrated this summer with a reflective look at where the show began, how the national broadcast came into existence, and where it’s at today. Hosted at Turning Point’s Media Studio in San Diego, California, the celebration was anchored by a panel discussion between founder & host Dr. David Jeremiah, CEO David Michael Jeremiah, and CCO Paul Joiner. It was attended by Turning Point’s entire staff, media partners from across the industry, and local special guests. The panel discussion was then aired on Turning Point’s digital platforms and its app TurningPoint+ throughout the summer season.

Launched in 2000 on Trinity Broadcasting Network, Turning Point with David Jeremiah quickly became known for Dr. Jeremiah’s Bible Strong teaching and its unique, creative show open. Blending biblical themes with innovative storytelling, eye-catching visuals, and high-quality production, the show opened a new medium through which Turning Point could reach diverse audiences with the Gospel.

“Television is such a powerful medium, and the outreach it has given Turning Point has allowed the organization to grow and expand,” said Dr. Jeremiah. “We came to realize that for us, television was not about a program, it’s a message. We determine what message we are trying to communicate, then we build a huge campaign around it. The message is the driving force.”

“That really changed everything for us, and we grew so fast,” added CEO David Micheal Jeremiah. “From those messages come books, study materials, and resources, digital and social media content. It’s a multiplier and creates synergy across the whole organization. The Great Disappearance is a great example of that.”

Radio built a strong foundation for Turning Point’s broadcast, but the television audience has been our most responsive.

“It is an incredible blessing to be celebrating 25 years of continuous national broadcasting. God took something little and made it big. We are reaping the reward of seeds sown in the early days when there were only a few of us running programming. It’s why we are where we are today,” expounded Chief Creative Officer, Paul Joiner.

While Turning Point took time to celebrate 25 years of Turning Point with David Jeremiah on television, it acknowledged that growth in the digital space is enormous and intends to meet that moment. Still, it will be in addition to their current radio and TV programming, not in place of them.

Turning Point with David Jeremiah can currently be seen on 17 national or regional networks and on 160 local stations/affiliates. In addition to its US broadcast, Turning Point with David Jeremiah airs in Canada, Australia, New Zealand and the United Kingdom, as well as in 13 additional languages around the world. Since its 2000 national release, Turning Point with David Jeremiah has aired 101 unique teaching series, and 153 million programs were watched in 2023. Viewers can find their local station here: Turning Point Station Locator and catch up on past episodes on the Turning Point website or the Turning Point+ App.

Dr. David Jeremiah is a renowned Bible teacher, New York Times bestselling author, and founder/host of Turning Point Broadcast Ministry. With over forty years of ministry, his teaching has led to the creation of programming such as ProphecyExplained, BibleStrong.org, Airship Genesis, PassagesTV, Why the Nativity?, PerhapsToday, and The Coming Golden Age to name a few.

Follow Turning Point and Dr. Jeremiah on Social Media and on YouTube –

https://www.davidjeremiah.org/facebook
https://www.davidjeremiah.org/twitter
https://www.davidjeremiah.org/instagram
https://www.davidjeremiah.org/youtube

About Turning Point
Turning Point Ministries was founded in 1982 as Dr. David Jeremiah’s broadcast ministry to deliver the unchanging Word of God to an ever-changing world. More than four decades later, with a multimedia network featuring radio, television, online programming, magazines, and books, Turning Point reaches people around the globe with the saving knowledge of Jesus Christ. Turning Point is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization wholly supported by patrons and not underwritten by any church or organization. 

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Turning Point with David Jeremiah celebrates 25 years of national broadcasting

SAN DIEGO, Dec. 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — After an amazing quarter-century, Turning Point with David Jeremiah is celebrating 25 years of national television broadcasting.

Experience the full interactive Multichannel News Release here: https://www.multivu.com/turning-point-for-god/9323353-en-turning-point-with-david-jeremiah-celebrates-25-years-national-broadcasting

The milestone was celebrated this summer with a reflective look at where the show began, how the national broadcast came into existence, and where it’s at today. Hosted at Turning Point’s Media Studio in San Diego, California, the celebration was anchored by a panel discussion between founder & host Dr. David Jeremiah, CEO David Michael Jeremiah, and CCO Paul Joiner. It was attended by Turning Point’s entire staff, media partners from across the industry, and local special guests. The panel discussion was then aired on Turning Point’s digital platforms and its app TurningPoint+ throughout the summer season.

Launched in 2000 on Trinity Broadcasting Network, Turning Point with David Jeremiah quickly became known for Dr. Jeremiah’s Bible Strong teaching and its unique, creative show open. Blending biblical themes with innovative storytelling, eye-catching visuals, and high-quality production, the show opened a new medium through which Turning Point could reach diverse audiences with the Gospel.

“Television is such a powerful medium, and the outreach it has given Turning Point has allowed the organization to grow and expand,” said Dr. Jeremiah. “We came to realize that for us, television was not about a program, it’s a message. We determine what message we are trying to communicate, then we build a huge campaign around it. The message is the driving force.”

“That really changed everything for us, and we grew so fast,” added CEO David Micheal Jeremiah. “From those messages come books, study materials, and resources, digital and social media content. It’s a multiplier and creates synergy across the whole organization. The Great Disappearance is a great example of that.”

Radio built a strong foundation for Turning Point’s broadcast, but the television audience has been our most responsive.

“It is an incredible blessing to be celebrating 25 years of continuous national broadcasting. God took something little and made it big. We are reaping the reward of seeds sown in the early days when there were only a few of us running programming. It’s why we are where we are today,” expounded Chief Creative Officer, Paul Joiner.

While Turning Point took time to celebrate 25 years of Turning Point with David Jeremiah on television, it acknowledged that growth in the digital space is enormous and intends to meet that moment. Still, it will be in addition to their current radio and TV programming, not in place of them.

Turning Point with David Jeremiah can currently be seen on 17 national or regional networks and on 160 local stations/affiliates. In addition to its US broadcast, Turning Point with David Jeremiah airs in Canada, Australia, New Zealand and the United Kingdom, as well as in 13 additional languages around the world. Since its 2000 national release, Turning Point with David Jeremiah has aired 101 unique teaching series, and 153 million programs were watched in 2023. Viewers can find their local station here: Turning Point Station Locator and catch up on past episodes on the Turning Point website or the Turning Point+ App.

Dr. David Jeremiah is a renowned Bible teacher, New York Times bestselling author, and founder/host of Turning Point Broadcast Ministry. With over forty years of ministry, his teaching has led to the creation of programming such as ProphecyExplained, BibleStrong.org, Airship Genesis, PassagesTV, Why the Nativity?, PerhapsToday, and The Coming Golden Age to name a few.

Follow Turning Point and Dr. Jeremiah on Social Media and on YouTube –

https://www.davidjeremiah.org/facebook
https://www.davidjeremiah.org/twitter
https://www.davidjeremiah.org/instagram
https://www.davidjeremiah.org/youtube

About Turning Point
Turning Point Ministries was founded in 1982 as Dr. David Jeremiah’s broadcast ministry to deliver the unchanging Word of God to an ever-changing world. More than four decades later, with a multimedia network featuring radio, television, online programming, magazines, and books, Turning Point reaches people around the globe with the saving knowledge of Jesus Christ. Turning Point is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization wholly supported by patrons and not underwritten by any church or organization. 

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