This October 2025 edition marks the beginning of my third year as editor. When I took on the role, I was fortunate to build on the excellent templates created by our former long-time—and truly remarkable—district secretary, Pene Hutton. From that foundation, I began compiling Rotary International and District news, along with club stories and reports.I’ve tried to make the newsletter easier to navigate. With guidance from Dave Andrews, D7070PI Chair, I added the index now featured at the beginning of each issue. Upcoming events are listed in chronological order, and club submissions are arranged alphabetically.
The newsletter is a powerful way to share ideas and information across our district—and beyond! Each issue is public and can be accessed by anyone HERE. I include links whenever possible to the organizations benefitting from projects, as well as to partners, sponsors, and venues. It’s free promotion for them, so please let them know! You can also share the newsletter—or even just a story about your club—on your social media.
If you come across a story that inspires you, a fundraiser worth attending (or replicating), a report with ideas to develop, or an opportunity to collaborate with another club, pass it along. Bring it up at a meeting; encourage members to take a few minutes each month to explore the newsletter and help spread the word.
Thank you to all the "News Reps" who continue to make the newsletter interesting, and my job (relatively) easy.
I always welcome your input. If you have suggestions for future content, changes in layout, or anything that might enhance the newsletter and increase readership, please reach out to me at pgjphd@gmail.com or 716-830-6173.