Jim Rice
Hunstanton Lifeboat has 10 female volunteers who perform a range of roles.
- Credit: Nigel Millard
Ahead of International Women’s Day 2021 on Monday, March 8, female volunteers from Hunstanton Lifeboat Station share their stories.
Much like the RNLI, Hunstanton has its origins in the early 19th century.
And like the modern RNLI, its now leading the way in the representation of women in lifesaving.
Hunstanton currently has 10 female volunteers in various operational roles, both afloat and ashore, from a total of 39 – a high proportion compared to some stations but by no means unheard of.
A little further around the coast, Happisburgh and Aldeburgh can boast similar numbers.
Holyoke Gas and Electric spreads holiday cheer with annual 10% customer discount
Updated Dec 23, 2020;
HOLYOKE – The Holyoke Gas and Electric (HG&E) offered an early-holiday gift for ratepayers with an extra 10% off utility bills paid promptly.
The municipally-owned power company began the tradition in 1992, a way to thank customers. The break is needed more than ever as families struggle during the COVID-19 pandemic.
The discount covers the December billing cycle. “HG&E is pleased to offer our customers an additional discount during the holidays, especially this year,” James Lavelle said, the utility’s general manager.
According to Lavelle, homeowners who heat with natural gas and combined with other savings can expect to save $58 on their bill. The discount is for commercial and residential ratepayers who had not participated in an economic development program.