Emerald Church: Irish Settlement’s Lasting Tribute and Rebuild
Descendants in Emerald preserved a church begun in 1865 on land donated by Patrick Henry Collins after pledging 10 000 in 1895 for a Roman style edifice with a central dome and eight stained glass windows. A 1939 fire left only the shell, Bing Crosby donated a statue during rebuilding, now Mass is held by Rev. Mike Hawken at four area churches including Emerald.
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Patrick Henry Collins
Emerald
Bing Crosby
Mike Hawken
Westphalia
Waverly
Burlington Church Reflects Irish Settlement Heritage
Hawken notes Emerald’s enduring tribute to early Irish Catholic settlers, but emphasizes the community’s strength lies in its people and long history. The remarks highlight local heritage and the enduring impact of collective memory in Burlington.
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Emerald
Homeowners Praise Community Yet Seek Place to Stay
Neighbors speak of good character and belonging as they describe people who know where home is, expressing support while noting the need for a stable place to stay. The remarks reflect care for individuals seeking shelter and a sense of community.
Curry Plans Coast Deployment for Relief Effort
Curry said deployment to the coast will last 60 to 90 days as emergency personnel prepare to volunteer. Alan Radcliffe, Emergency Management Preparedness Director, notes he will volunteer as an emergency manager and that local volunteer firefighters are ready to sign up. Requests for volunteers have been filled within 24 hours, with more help likely as months of cleanup follow.
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Curry
Alan Radcliffe
Radcliffe
Couple Pleads Guilty in Wendy's Finger Case
A Nevada couple pleaded guilty to conspiring to file a false claim and attempted grand theft over the Wendy's chili finger hoax. Anna Ayala, 39, and Jaime Placencia, 43, admitted they sought money from Wendy's International, claiming the restaurant faced $2.5 million in lost sales. Authorities found no finger was cooked and no employees were missing digits.
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Associated
Fress von
San Jose
Calif
Nevada
Wendy’s
Anna Ayala
Jaime Placencia
Dublin
Wendy’s International Inc
David Boyd
Ayala
Rick Ehler
Tom Mueller
Placencia
Las Vegas
Wendy's
Northern
California
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