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ROME — Oneida County Executive Anthony J. Picente made a last minute stop to Connected Community Schools in Rome Monday morning to drop off several barrels of donated toys for Connect-A-Kid before Christmas. Hundreds of families in need have visited the organization on North James Street this holiday season to pick up two stocking stuffers and two bigger presents per child. Connect-A-Kid was open until early Monday afternoon, and will have someone on call on Tuesday — Christmas Eve — for any last minute gift emergencies. Picente brought gifts donated over the past several weeks as part of Oneida County’s annual toy drive among its employees. “Every year, the Oneida County employees pick a charity to give gifts to at Christmas time for those in need, and this year we chose Rome Connected Community Schools,” said Picente. “We’re here to present ... just a whole truckload of various items for the kids that are in need, and families. It ranges from toys to clothes to other things.” Connected Community Schools has been gathering gifts from multiple organizations and individuals from around the area since early November. “We are so thankful for Anthony Picente and Oneida County for their donation this holiday season,” said Gretchen Neel, director of public relations for Community Connected Schools. “These toys will get distributed out to families in need this holiday season. The holiday is approaching, so we’re hoping, any family, please reach out to us.” To “shop” the shelves at Connected Community Schools, families who are within a Connected school district can reach out to their own site coordinator, call 315-272-7498 or visit www.connectedcommunityschools.org and fill out a self-referral form. They can also be contacted on Facebook through Messenger at www.facebook.com/ConnectedCommunitySchools . Connected families will then be able to schedule times to come to Connected Community Schools, 207 North James St.Nebraska football defeats Wisconsin 44-25, securing program’s first bowl game since 2016
Same glitz and glamour for the Las Vegas Grand Prix, and perhaps another Verstappen championshipPitt, who worked as assistant manager to Angelo Harrop from the summer of 2022 to his departure at the end of 2023, has taken charge of the National League club. He has taken over from Harrop, who parted company with Braintree last week. Chairman Lee Harding told the club's website: "When we approached Steve about the job he was about to take another role in the game. "We talked at length about what had happened and were impressed with his honest assessment of where the club is at and his thoughts on turning our season around. "We all know there is work ahead of us but we know Steve well. "It's good to see him back at our club. "He played a pivotal role in our progress in the past two seasons and I am confident that we can look forward to the remainder of the season with optimism." Braintree are currently 19th in the National League table.PITTSBURGH (AP) — Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver George Pickens was a full participant in practice on Monday, opening the door for him to return from a three-game absence on Wednesday when Pittsburgh hosts the Kansas City Chiefs. Pickens hasn't played since tweaking his hamstring earlier this month. The Steelers (10-5) have struggled to generate much in their passing game with their leading receiver watching from the sideline in sweatpants. Though Monday's practice was a walkthrough, Pickens said he felt good and hopes he'll be able to face the two-time defending Super Bowl champions. The 23-year-old was going through post-practice drills on Dec. 6 when he felt his hamstring tighten up, forcing him to miss the first games of his three-year career. Pittsburgh has gone 1-2 in his absence, including back-to-back losses to Philadelphia and Baltimore in which Russell Wilson passed for just 345 yards while missing one of the NFL's top downfield threats. Wilson is encouraged by the way the sometimes mercurial Pickens — who has been flagged and fined multiple times this season for infractions ranging from facemasks to unsportsmanlike conduct — has remained engaged. “He’s been great in the midst of his little trial here over the past few weeks,” Wilson said. “And so we’re excited to have him back if that’s the case fully and let him do his thing.” Safety DeShon Elliott (hamstring) and defensive tackle Larry Ogunjobi (groin) were also listed as full participants on Tuesday. Neither veteran has played since getting hurt against Cleveland on Dec. 8. While Pickens, Elliott and Ogunjobi could be available as Pittsburgh tries to hold off Baltimore for the AFC North lead, cornerback Joey Porter (knee) and WR Ben Skowronek (hip) are likely out after missing practice for a second straight day. ___ AP NFL: https://apnews.com/hub/nfl The Associated Press
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