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Phillips gets five years in fatal Coalhurst collision case

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 20:12:20 GMT

By Delon ShurtzSouthern Alberta NewspapersA southern Alberta man who slammed into a vehicle more than three years ago, killing the elderly driver, has been sentenced to five years in a federal penitentiary.Wesley Brian Phillips was sentenced last week in Lethbridge Court of King’s Bench, where he pleaded guilty to one count of failing to provide a breath sample following an accident causing death.Phillips was driving his Volkswagen Jetta west on Highway 3 shortly after 7 p.m. on Nov. 25, 2019 when he smashed into a Ford Escape that was stopped at a stop sign and waiting to enter the highway from Coalhurst.The driver of the Escape, 66-year-old Elizabeth Ment, was the only occupant of the vehicle and died in the collision.“Mr. Phillips travelled from the through-lanes into the turn lane that turns into Coalhurst, and continued straight, striking a concrete curb island,” reads an agreed statement of facts submitted to the court.“The curb provided a slight vaulting action to the Volkswa...

Official Animal Wellness Committee for Coaldale

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 20:12:20 GMT

By Nikki JamiesonSunny South NewsCoaldale town council has approved the creation of an official committee focused on animal wellness.Back in March 2022, Council had directed Municipal Enforcement to research a made-in-Coaldale option for animal control and wellness agency, as they did not have an animal facility contract, and an ad hoc committee was formed to look for a solution for animal control and wellness in town. The goal of the committee is to create a Coaldale facility where people can access a variety of animal services, from animal control to veterinary to a human society.Coaldale Mayor Jack Van Rijn had reached out to surrounding municipalities for documentation on forming a society, MOU’s and operational information. This documentation will reduce the work necessary for the formation of a society, build consistency between Coaldale and surrounding communities within animal wellness societies and build strong partnerships. However, documentation shared with the Town is su...

Massachusetts learner's permit exam now in more foreign languages

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 20:12:20 GMT

SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) — The Massachusetts Registry of Motor Vehicles announced that the learner's permit exam is offered in seven additional foreign languages. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! The Class D, passenger car, and Class M, motorcycle, learner's permit tests are available in 35 languages. The even new foreign languages added as of Monday include:AlbanianCape Verdean CreoleHungarianKiswahiliPashtoTurkishUkrainian“MassDOT is focused on equitably supporting all communities in Massachusetts,” said Transportation Secretary & CEO Gina Fiandaca. “This announcement demonstrates MassDOT’s continued focus on identifying ways in which customer service offerings can be improved to be more accessible, inclusive, equitable and convenient for residents across the Commonwealth.”To apply for a learner's permit, the fee is $30 and the age requirement is at least 16 to take an online test with 25 random questions. They cover...

International food event returning to Glens Falls

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 20:12:20 GMT

GLENS FALLS, N.Y. (NEWS10) - The World Awareness Children's Museum is setting the table for its biggest event of the year. Foods from across the world will converge downtown for the annual International Cuisine Dinner and Auction, set to come to downtown Glens Falls this May. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! On Sunday, May 21, international cuisine will be on display at the Queensbury Hotel, as area restaurants show off foods and flavors from different parts of the world. New culinary experiences will come along with raffles and live and silent auctions offering items from local businesses and organizations. Every year, the festivities benefit a family institution in the Glens Falls community, with this year's yet to be announced.Every year, the museum and hotel see over 200 visitors take part - and this 35th is no exception. Early bird tickets are for sale now, set at $100 for young professionals ages 35 and under, and $110...

Billboard on 787 roasts Hochul over BPRA

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 20:12:20 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) — Renewable energy advocates unveiled a billboard meant to hold Gov. Kathy Hochul accountable to New Yorkers. According to their billboard—and a December survey from Data for Progress—“More New Yorkers want to build public renewables than voted for Kathy Hochul." Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! The billboard will be up through April 1, when the budget is due. It's visible from Interstate 787 about 1.25 miles south of the Dunn Memorial Bridge connecting Albany and Rensselaer. They're also holding a rally for BPRA—featuring State Sens. Michael Gianaris and Julia Salazar, Assemblymembers Robert Carroll and Sarahana Shresthain—in the War Room of the State Capitol on Thursday at 11 a.m.The survey gauged support for the Build Public Renewables Act (BPRA), legislation that failed in 2022, but would become the nation's biggest climate bill. Data for Progress asked 1,210 about BPRA, ultimately finding that 63% ...

BPD sniper rifle falls off roof during Buffalo St. Patrick's Day Parade

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 20:12:20 GMT

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — A sniper rifle fell off the roof of a building during Sunday's St. Patrick's Day Parade, Buffalo Police confirmed. The incident occurred at 560 Delaware Ave. at the corner of Allen Street. Buffalo Police Commissioner Joseph Gramaglia says the security plan for the parade was thorough, but the department is investigating to make sure something like this never happens again. "This is something that doesn't happen. I don't ever recall hearing something like this ever happening," Commissioner Gramaglia said. Courtesy: Andrew MavrogeorgisCourtesy: Andrew MavrogeorgisCourtesy: Andrew MavrogeorgisCourtesy: Andrew MavrogeorgisCourtesy: Andrew MavrogeorgisPhotos of the incident show an officer looking over the edge of the building at a gun on the ground, which narrowly missed parade goers and a hotdog stand. "If protocol was followed and yet that still happened then we have to look into other policies and procedures to make sure nothing like this ever happens again," C...

Impossible Foods issues recall of breaded nuggets

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 20:12:20 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Dierbergs and Schnucks stores are offering refunds or exchanges for customers following a recall for plant-based "chicken" nuggets.Impossible Foods issued a voluntary recall last week after learning small pieces of wood were discovered in the packaging of two products: Impossible Chicken Nuggets (13.5 oz) and Impossible Wild Nuggets (13.5 oz).There is a potential risk of choking or injury to the mouth or gastrointestinal tract.Courtesy: Impossible FoodsAccording to a news release from Impossible Foods, the issue originated with a co-manufacturer, between Oct. 20 and Nov. 23, 2022. The company claims fewer than 0.000005% of total packages were affected.Customers who have previously purchased the nuggets in question are advised to check the back of the bag and look for a product code, located above the bar code.Customers can then check that product code among the hundreds provided by Impossible Foods. If you have a recalled bag, you can return it to the place of purchase f...

St. Louis City SC and partners help make soccer affordable for kids

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 20:12:20 GMT

ST. LOUIS -- St. Louis City SC is partnering with Together Credit Union and the Gateway Region YMCA to launch a new youth program called soccer for our city. It will help teens cover the cost to play in the YMCA'S soccer program. Organizers want more local kids to have access to soccer."You learn so much more than the game of soccer, right. How to work with a team. How to collaborate, how to communicate, a wide range of skills. That's going to help you whether you're a soccer player or whether you go to benefit another organization in the city of St. Louis. So really, it's all about building a foundation today for the future of our youth in the city of St. Louis," said Tom Kraus.Together Credit Union donated $10,000 to the program.

Free agency winners and losers for Broncos after heavy duty opening 10 days

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 20:12:20 GMT

Denver has signed 12 players in the first 10 days of free agency, including nine newcomers and three defensive returners. There’s plenty of work still to be done this offseason, but with the heavy lifting in free agency likely mostly done, here’s a look at some winners and losers for the Broncos so far.WinnersQB Russell WilsonFinal grades aren’t in just yet and Wilson could still lose a receiver if the Broncos decide to make a trade, but overall it’s hard not to think of him as perhaps the single biggest winner for Denver so far in free agency. General manager George Paton jumped right to the top of the market to sign Mike McGlinchey and Ben Powers in an offensive line remodel. He got a fullback an accomplished blocking tight end and a running back in Samaje Perine who should make third-down life easier for the quarterback after the Broncos were historically bad on that down in 2022. Wilson says he wants pressure and expectations and also wants to be coached hard. Sean P...

Single-family zoning rules would change across Colorado under Gov. Jared Polis’ plan to spark denser development

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 20:12:20 GMT

Gov. Jared Polis and Democratic lawmakers unveiled their sweeping land-use legislation package Wednesday, a first-in-decades reform that would reshape Colorado’s patchwork zoning system in an attempt to address the state’s housing shortages.The legislation — primarily coming from one, 106-page bill — will seek to encourage denser building in key urban areas; to better study and plan to address housing needs; and cut “red tape” and clear the way for property owners to build more units on their land. The bill would direct the state Department of Local Affairs to draft “model” housing codes for cities, though local governments would have the ability to accept minimum standards into their current regulations. If they don’t, the department’s model code would be placed upon them.The bills, set to be introduced Wednesday, represent Polis’s primary approach to solving the state’s housing crisis. The goal, the governor a...