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Warren County offers N95 masks for wildfire smoke

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:46:50 GMT

WARREN COUNTY, N.Y. (NEWS10) - As a wave of smoke moves through upstate New York resulting from a series of wildfires reaching the Quebec province of Canada, New Yorkers are looking to stay safe. On Thursday, Warren County announced that N95 face masks would be made available to the public. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! The county is offering masks on a first-come, first-served basis at the DMV entrance of Warren County Municipal Center. Supplies will be available from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday-Friday. The county is currently working with other organizations and communities to get face masks to vulnerable populations and workers. What wildfire smoke means for your trip to the beach N95 face masks have been encouraged as parts of New York see their air quality index ratings change due to the effect of smoke. As of Thursday, Warren County was rated as in "Good" condition.

BBQ showdown at Hartford Central School brings fun and local ingredients to lunch

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:46:50 GMT

HARTFORD, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- A bit of friendly competition heating up the Hartford Central School cafeteria! Thursday’s lunch turning into a barbecue showdown between Superintendent Andrew Cook and BOCES Shared Food Service Director Patrick Kenneally."[I have a] secret dry rub that luckily, since I buy the food for the school, I can keep it away from Mr. Cook," says Kenneally of his rib recipe. "I use some Maplewood to get some nice sweetness from the smoke.""My strategy is low and slow, treat the ribs with love and tenderness," says Cook of his approach. "I've got my dry rub and then spritz them with a little bit of sweetness after a couple of hours."This is the second year for the barbecue competition that’s all about making school lunches fun and incorporating New York resources. "The ribs that I smoked today are from Grazing Acres Farm right here in Hebron, which is part of the Hartford Central School District. So it’s really exciting for us to showcase the work of our distri...

Man arrested in Ulster following fraud and scam investigation

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:46:50 GMT

ULSTER, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- A Bronx man has been arrested in Ulster following an investigation involving wire fraud and bank scams, according to police. Justice Amoh, 34, is facing multiple charges. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! On May 24 at 12:53 p.m., Ulster County detectives along with special agents of Homeland Security responded to Trustco Bank in Ulster. Police had received word that Amoh was at the bank allegedly withdrawing money from a fraudulent account connected to illegal wire fraud, as well as money and bank scams. According to police, Amoh presented bank employees with false identification and other forged documents during his transaction. When Amoh exited the bank with the money, he was approached by detectives and special agents, and reportedly falsely identified himself. Appeals court overturns Daniel Nellis murder conviction Amoh was subsequently arrested. He now faces the following charges: ChargesTwo...

Coxsackie man leaves the scene of an accident in Vermont

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:46:50 GMT

SUNDERLAND, Vt. (NEWS10) -- A Greene County man is facing charges after allegedly leaving the scene of an accident in Sunderland. Vermont State Police say a FedEx box truck struck the covered bridge at 412 Sunderland Hill Road multiple times, resulting in heavy damage. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Responding officers say the driver, Jeffrey W. Colburn, 49, of Coxsackie, New York, left the scene. Colburn failed to report the damage and did not exchange information. Police located Colburn shortly after on Sunderland Hill Road. Colburn was issued a citation to appear at Bennington County Superior Court - Criminal Division on August 7.

Push to make geothermal install easier

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:46:50 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (WTEN) -- The clock is ticking with Thursday being the last scheduled legislative session day of this year. Our Capitol Correspondent Amal Tlaige took a closer look at a bill on the docket that could make it easier for New Yorkers to install geothermal heat pumps.  Where to see live music in Lake George in 2023 "Geothermal is the most efficient way to heat and cool a home… It’s a really great solution, particularly in places where it’s cold out," said Michael Sachse, CEO of Dandelion Energy. Sachse said there’s about 10,000 homes in New York installing these units annually, with that number rising. The heating and cooling process happens when a bore hole, about 4.5 inches in diameter is dug into a backyard at a maximum of 500 feet deep, and a heat pump is installed in the home. Based on the home and state regulations, multiple holes may have to be dug up. Proposed legislation would allow holes to be dug up at a level greater than 500 feet, permitting companies to dig ...

Schools cancel, reschedule outdoor activities due to poor air quality

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:46:50 GMT

CAPITAL REGION, N.Y. (News10)-End-of-the-year activities and field trips are being impacted by poor air quality in New York's Capital Region. The hazy conditions due to smoke caused by Canadian wildfires have school districts following NYS Department of Health guidelines. They are now canceling outdoor activities and P.E., as well as rescheduling or simply getting creative when it comes to field trips. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! At Five Rivers Environmental Education Center in Delmar, visiting students were invited to participate in indoor activities. Displays that featured a rescued owl, a bee enclosure, and several turtles, instead of exploring the trails and natural highlights outside. During a Thursday press conference, Governor Kathy Hochul urged New Yorkers to play it safe when it comes to field trips and outdoor activities. "So, let’s just keep monitoring the news," said Hochul. "We will make sure that everybo...

Lee's Summit teenager charged with killing friend

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:46:50 GMT

LEE'S SUMMIT, Mo. -- A Lee's Summit teenager is accused of shooting and killing a friend in the basement of the victim's home.Prosecutors charged 18-year-old Cooper Ashley with involuntary manslaughter in the May 13 shooting of 18-year-old Dakota Wrightsman.Lee's Summit police responded to a shooting call at a home near SE King and SE Third streets around 1 a.m. According to court documents, emergency responders found Wrightsman bleeding from his head and neck near the top of the stairs on the second story. He died from his injuries.Wrightsman's father told officers that he was outside and heard a gunshot. He went inside and saw his son running upstairs to his mother. The court document also shows he told detectives that his son was in the basement of the house with Cooper and two other people at the time of the shooting. Revisting Mike Shildt’s comments on his Cardinals departure When detectives interviewed Cooper about the shooting the teenager said he, Wrightsman and two other ...

Nuggets Podcast: Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray pull Denver to within two wins of franchise’s first NBA title

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:46:50 GMT

In the latest edition of the Nuggets Ink podcast, beat reporter Mike Singer is joined by sports reporter Bennett Durando to break down Game 3 of the NBA Finals and to discuss the remaining games in the series as the Nuggets hold a 2-1 lead over Miami.  Among the topics covered:How impressive is the double triple-double posted by Nuggets star players Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray?Durando and Singer discuss the emergence of Christian Braun, who morphed into an offensive playmaker in Game 3. With 15 points in 17 minutes, has the young defensive hound proven himself as a legitimate piece on a title contender?Durando and Singer also looks ahead to the Nuggets’ pathway to securing the 2023 NBA title.Subscribe to the podcastSoundCloud | iTunes | Stitcher | Spotify | RSSProducer: AAron OntiverozMusic: “Follow the Leader” The Trujillo CompanyWant more Nuggets news? Sign up for the Nuggets Insider to get all our NBA analysis.

Belmont cancels racing, Nationals postpone game due to poor air quality from wildfires in Canada

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:46:50 GMT

By The Associated PressRacing at Belmont Park was canceled and the Washington Nationals’ home game against the Arizona Diamondbacks was postponed Thursday due to poor air quality from wildfires in Canada.It’s the second straight day the continuing fires north of the border have impacted sports in the Northeastern United States. Several Major League Baseball games were called off Wednesday. A National Women’s Soccer League game in New Jersey and an indoor WNBA game set for Brooklyn were also called off Wednesday amid hazy conditions that have raised alarms from health authorities.With weather systems expected to barely budge, the smoky blanket billowing from wildfires in Quebec and Nova Scotia and sending plumes of fine particulate matter as far away as North Carolina and northern Europe could persist throughout Thursday and possibly the weekend.The New York Racing Association canceled live racing at Belmont Park two days before the facility is scheduled to host the...

Two peach-flavored drinks returning to Chick-fil-A in June

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:46:50 GMT

The fast-food restaurant many seem to crave the most on Sundays, when it’s closed, will be bringing back two fan-favorite peach drinks in June.Chick-fil-A announced Thursday that its Peach Milkshake would return to restaurants nationwide on June 12. The Atlanta-based restaurant chain will also bring back the White Peach Sunjoy on the same day.Chick-fil-A announced Thursday that its Peach Milkshake would return to restaurants nationwide on June 12. The Atlanta-based restaurant chain will also bring back the White Peach Sunjoy on the same day. (Chick-fil-A) Both items will only be available for a limited time or while supplies last."With each passing year, our Peach Milkshake's loyal followers eagerly await its annual comeback. Its arrival signifies the beginning of summer at Chick-fil-A, and this year, the excitement from our fans has inspired us to expand our peach offerings," Leslie Neslage, director of menu and packaging at Chick-fil-A, said in a statement. Iconic Taco Bell food...