Carlo’s Bakery To Provide Donuts for Veterans at Salvation Army Celebrations Across the Country

ALEXANDRIA, Va., June 2, 2026 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — This Friday, June 5, The Salvation Army invites the nation to honor the heart and resilience behind National Donut Day. Established in 1938, the holiday pays tribute to the “Donut Lassies,” Salvation Army volunteers who brought comfort, critical supplies, and freshly fried donuts to soldiers serving on the front lines of World War I. Their legacy continues as a reminder that small acts of kindness can bring immense joy.

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Celebrity chef and baker Buddy Valastro — star of the former hit series “Cake Boss” and owner of Carlo’s Bakery — is teaming up with The Salvation Army to celebrate the holiday’s history and honor the heroes of today. Through this partnership, Valastro will join the organization in expressing gratitude to those who served the nation by distributing donuts to veterans in New York City.

“National Donut Day is all about bringing people together and spreading a little joy, and that’s something I’ve always believed baking can do,” said Valastro. “I’m really proud to continue my partnership with The Salvation Army for this celebration, especially because of the incredible work they do supporting veterans and military families. Getting to share donuts and take a moment to honor the sacrifices veterans have made, including my own brother-in-law, Joe Faugno, means a lot to me.”

Additionally, Valastro will support several Salvation Army initiatives nationwide. Carlo’s Bakery will provide donuts to veterans, with content creators joining the celebrations. Featured events include:

• Jersey City, New Jersey — The Salvation Army Jersey City Corps will distribute donuts to veterans at the Veterans of Foreign Wars facility with mobile canteen units.
• Las Vegas, Nevada — The Salvation Army of Southern Nevada is hosting an event at the Veterans Affairs hospital to distribute donuts to veterans.
• San Antonio, Texas — The Salvation Army San Antonio Area Command will distribute donuts to individuals experiencing homelessness and veterans at the VA hospital with two mobile canteen units.
• Minneapolis, Minnesota — The Salvation Army of the Twin Cities will distribute donuts to first responders and veterans at the VA hospital.

Simultaneously, The Salvation Army will host its traditional community initiatives across the country to recognize veterans’ bravery and commitment with select events, including:

• Cincinnati, Ohio — The Salvation Army Northeast Kentucky Division will be delivering donuts to the VA hospital in Cincinnati.
• Knoxville, Tennessee — The Salvation Army Knoxville Area Command will be delivering donuts and spending time with veterans at the Ben Atchley Tennessee State Veterans’ Home.
• San Diego, California — The Salvation Army will host the third annual Donut Festival aboard the historic USS Midway Museum.
• Washington, D.C. — The Salvation Army National Capital Area Command will host the National Donut Day World Donut Eating Championship.

National Donut Day traces its origins back to World War I. In 1917, a group of female Salvation Army officers and volunteers traveled to France to set up field bases near the front lines to support American troops. Working in makeshift huts, these women, known as the Donut Lassies, offered soldiers emotional and spiritual care, essential supplies, and freshly fried donuts. These simple treats quickly became a powerful symbol of comfort and joy.

When soldiers returned home, the Donut Lassies were widely credited with helping popularize the donut across the United States. In 1938, The Salvation Army in Chicago established National Donut Day to honor the Donut Lassies’ service and to raise funds for those struggling during the Great Depression.

“The story of the Donut Lassies is one of extraordinary courage,” said Commissioner Merle Heatwole, national commander of The Salvation Army. “The women who traveled to the front lines of a world war displayed compassion and bravery. On this 88th National Donut Day, we honor their remarkable legacy alongside the veterans who have served this nation, reminding ourselves to carry that same spirit of joyful service into every community we serve.”

To join The Salvation Army in celebrating National Donut Day, to learn more facts, or to view the Donut Lassies’ original recipe, click here.

About The Salvation Army
In 2025, The Salvation Army helped more than 28 million people in America overcome poverty, addiction, and economic hardships by preaching the gospel of Jesus Christ and meeting human needs in His name without discrimination in nearly every ZIP code. By providing food, shelter, eviction prevention assistance, emergency disaster relief, rehabilitation, after-school and summer youth programs, spiritual enrichment, and more, The Salvation Army is doing the most good at more than 7,400 centers of operation around the country. For more information, visit SalvationArmyUSA.org.

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Firm cites federal OSHA violations at GKN Aerospace facility as thousands across Orange County remain displaced following the Garden Grove chemical emergency

GARDEN GROVE, Calif., May 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Sweet James Accident Attorneys, one of Southern California’s leading personal injury law firms, is offering free legal consultations to individuals and families impacted by the ongoing GKN Aerospace Garden Grove chemical leak and evacuation emergency.

The firm is currently evaluating claims involving residents displaced throughout Garden Grove, Cypress, Stanton, Anaheim, Buena Park, and Westminster following the methyl methacrylate (MMA) incident at GKN Aerospace’s facility located at 12122 Western Avenue in Garden Grove, California.

Chemical Emergency Impacts Thousands Across Orange County
The emergency began on May 21, 2026, after a 34,000-gallon methyl methacrylate storage tank at the GKN Aerospace Garden Grove facility reportedly overheated due to a malfunctioning valve. Governor Gavin Newsom declared a state of emergency as evacuation orders spread across multiple Orange County communities.

At the height of the incident, approximately 79,000 residents were impacted by evacuation orders tied to the Garden Grove chemical leak, with thousands remaining displaced as of this release.

GKN Aerospace’s Federal Safety Record
Federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) records show the GKN Aerospace Garden Grove facility was inspected four times since 2018 and cited for ten federal safety violations, including violations related to improper equipment inspection and operational safety procedures.

Sweet James has formally petitioned OSHA and the California Attorney General to release GKN Aerospace’s complete inspection history to the public.

“GKN Aerospace’s facility had documented federal safety violations before this emergency occurred, including equipment inspection failures directly tied to the type of issue now under investigation,” said James Bergener, Founder of Sweet James Accident Attorneys. “Families deserve transparency, answers, and a full understanding of what may have contributed to this chemical emergency.”

What Affected Residents May Be Entitled To
Under California law, individuals impacted by a large-scale environmental or chemical emergency may have legal claims related to:

• Hotel and temporary housing costs during evacuation periods
• Lost wages and income due to displacement or missed work
• Medical expenses tied to chemical exposure symptoms including respiratory irritation, headaches, dizziness, and nausea
• Future medical monitoring related to methyl methacrylate exposure
• Property damage, contamination concerns, and spoiled belongings
• Emotional distress and loss of use of home
• Potential diminished property values in impacted communities

Resources for Affected Residents
Sweet James encourages impacted residents to document expenses, preserve receipts, seek medical attention for symptoms, and understand their legal rights related to the Garden Grove chemical leak.

Free legal consultations are available at:
sweetjames.com/garden-grove-chemical-leak-attorney

24/7 Helpline: 800-900-0000

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I have a legal case if I was evacuated from the Garden Grove chemical leak?
Residents evacuated from Garden Grove, Cypress, Stanton, Anaheim, Buena Park, or Westminster due to the GKN Aerospace methyl methacrylate emergency may have legal claims related to hotel costs, lost wages, medical expenses, property damage, and emotional distress.

What compensation may be available after the Garden Grove chemical emergency?
Compensation may include temporary housing costs, meals while displaced, transportation expenses, childcare disruption, medical bills, future medical monitoring, property damage, and emotional distress depending on each resident’s individual circumstances.

How long do residents have to file a claim related to the Garden Grove chemical leak?
California’s statute of limitations for personal injury claims is generally two years from the date of the incident. Residents are encouraged to document their losses and seek legal guidance as early as possible.

How much does it cost to hire Sweet James?
Sweet James works on a contingency fee basis. Clients pay nothing upfront and no attorney fees are owed unless the firm successfully recovers compensation.

About Sweet James Accident Attorneys
Sweet James Accident Attorneys is a nationally recognized personal injury law firm serving clients across California, Arizona, Nevada, Texas, and Georgia. The firm is known for representing individuals and families harmed by negligence, catastrophic accidents, and large-scale environmental incidents. Sweet James offers free consultations and works on a contingency fee basis.

Prior results do not guarantee future outcomes. Sweet James serves all of California with an office in Orange County and Los Angeles.

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NOVATO, Calif., May 29, 2026 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Brayton Purcell LLP is calling attention to a newly published investigative report detailing California regulators’ response to a growing silicosis crisis among countertop fabrication workers exposed to artificial stone.

The article, “California Moves to Ban Quartz Countertop Fabrication to Combat Silicosis Epidemic,” was published on May 27, 2026 by Capital & Main and written by reporter Semantha Raquel Norris. The report documents the California Occupational Safety and Health Standards Board’s recent vote to begin rulemaking that would ultimately prohibit the fabrication of artificial stone containing more than 1% crystalline silica.

According to the article, California health officials have identified more than 560 cases of silicosis and at least 31 deaths since 2019, numbers that public health experts warn are likely underestimates. Artificial stone—also referred to as engineered stone or manufactured stone—is at least 90% crystalline silica, with the remaining approximate 10% consisting of other toxins (glues, dyes and resins) known as volatile organic compounds (VOCs). When cut or polished, the material releases nano‑sized silica particles that lodge deep in the lungs and cause irreversible damage.

The Capital & Main investigation details emotional testimony provided by affected workers during a May 21 public hearing in Los Angeles, where regulators heard firsthand accounts of severe respiratory disease, lung transplants, and shortened life expectancy.

“This reporting gives voice to workers whose experiences are too often reduced to statistics,” said James Nevin, partner at Brayton Purcell LLP. “What the article makes clear is that artificial stone silicosis is not a theoretical risk. It is a devastating, irreversible disease affecting real people and families across California.”

Mr. Nevin represents hundreds of individuals diagnosed with silicosis following exposure to artificial stone dust. He attended the May 21 hearing referenced in the article, where workers, physicians, and public health officials described the limitations of existing exposure controls and the continued rise in advanced disease.

The Capital & Main report also explains that the board’s vote initiates a regulatory process that includes the development of an emergency temporary standard while permanent rules are being written. Public health officials cited in the article cautioned that additional cases are expected in the coming years due to prior exposures.

“The human consequences described in this article underscore the importance of awareness,” Nevin added. “Workers and families deserve to understand the risks associated with silica dust exposure when fabricating artificial stone slabs and the long‑term health implications of silicosis.”

Brayton Purcell LLP has represented individuals with occupational lung diseases for decades and continues to monitor medical research, public health data, and investigative reporting related to artificial stone silicosis.

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About Brayton Purcell LLP

Brayton Purcell LLP is a nationally recognized law firm focused on representing individuals with occupational diseases, including artificial stone silicosis and other serious lung conditions. The firm represents workers across the United States and a longstanding commitment to public health awareness and worker advocacy through the legal system.

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SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico, May 30, 2026 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Alley Cat Allies is on the ground in San Juan, Puerto Rico, continuing its fight to protect the community cats of the Paseo del Morro and working with Puerto Rican officials and local organization Save A Gato to expand evidence-based Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) and strengthen protections for cats throughout the city.

Along with Save A Gato, Alley Cat Allies is taking lifesaving action to prevent the lethal removal of the Paseo cats by the U.S. National Park Service (NPS) following a federal judge’s decision. Alley Cat Allies is pursuing all legal steps to challenge the ruling, which includes gross mischaracterization of TNR—TNR was never on trial—and permitted NPS violations of federal law in developing its removal plan.

At the same time, Alley Cat Allies is partnering with Save A Gato and Puerto Rico leaders, including Congressman Pablo José Hernández, and funding spay and neuter, TNR, and humane education campaigns to make a lasting impact for San Juan’s cats.

“Our fight for the community cats of the Paseo del Morro is not over. We are working swiftly to save the lives of each of the 118 cats currently living there,” said Coryn Julien, program communications officer at Alley Cat Allies. “We are also gaining incredible momentum in humane, effective action for cats in the City of San Juan. Together with officials and advocates in Puerto Rico, we are making a statement: TNR works and protects cats as the San Juan community members they are.”

Congressman Hernández is supporting the work of Alley Cat Allies and Save A Gato to protect the Paseo cats and expand TNR in San Juan. In a letter to the NPS, he defended the longstanding TNR program on the Paseo and opposed the removal plan on behalf of his constituents.

“[The NPS] plan is both inhumane and counterproductive, and my constituents know it,” the congressman said. “I urge NPS to commit to a period of public outreach and stakeholder consultation to reach a solution that puts people and animals first.”

When the NPS first announced its plan to remove community cats from the Paseo, including through lethal measures, Alley Cat Allies filed a federal lawsuit to stop the killing. The lawsuit halted the removal, which could have begun as early as October of 2024.

In the process, Alley Cat Allies exposed NPS’ failure to comply with federal environmental laws in developing its lethal plan, including the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and Administrative Procedure Act (APA). The lawsuit also uncovered NPS’ exclusion of hundreds of public comments from the record, most of which were from the people of Puerto Rico expressing strong opposition to the plan and support for their cats’ right to continue living in peace in their outdoor home.

As Alley Cat Allies continues to make lifesaving change and rally Puerto Ricans around the cats they love and cherish, the public can learn more and show their support at alleycat.org/PuertoRico.

About Alley Cat Allies

Alley Cat Allies believes every cat deserves to live out his or her life to the fullest.

Founded in 1990, Alley Cat Allies is the leading advocacy organization for cats with a mission to transform and develop communities to protect and improve the lives of all cats and kittens. Together with our over 1.8 million supporters, we work toward a world where cats are valued and every community has humane and effective programs and policies to defend them.

Through our fearless advocacy, humane care, education and outreach, and law and policy activism, we equip and mobilize citizens, advocates, grassroots groups, shelters, veterinary professionals, and elected officials across the United States and around the world to improve their communities for cats through nonlethal, evidence-based approaches.

Our website is www.alleycat.org, and we are active on Facebook, X, Instagram, LinkedIn, Bluesky, Threads, and YouTube. Charlene Pedrolie is the president and chief operating officer of Alley Cat Allies

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