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Nonprofit Freshwater names Michelle Stockness as new executive director

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:49:39 GMT

The nonprofit Freshwater has named Michelle Stockness as its next executive director.Michelle Stockness has been named executive director of Freshwater, it was announced May 17, 2023. Freshwater is a Minnesota-based nonprofit that advocates for valuing and preserving water. (Courtesy of Freshwater)Freshwater, a Minnesota-based organization since 1968, describes itself as having “worked to inspire and empower people to value and preserve water by engaging communities through science and education.”Stockness was recently vice president at Barr Engineering, where she help guide clients through regulatory and environmental water issues including those involving drinking water, wastewater and stormwater. She also handled issues related to groundwater contamination by PFAS, water supply and resue as well as sustainable design.“Michelle has earned respect as a trusted leader in the water community and will be an exceptional executive director for our organization, acceler...

"Justice is incomplete:" Families of limo crash victims want Mavis held accountable

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:49:39 GMT

SCHOHARIE, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- A verdict for Nauman Hussain brought some peace of mind for the families of some of the 20 victims in the 2018 Schoharie Limo Crash. But, some families say the fight for their loved ones is not over. Guilty verdict reached in Schoharie Limo Trial They’re calling for Mavis Discount Tire, the company that serviced the limo, to be held accountable. “They definitely hold accountability," Jill Richardson-Perez, Matthew Coons’ mother, said. "There’s a part of this that’s theirs also.” “Justice is incomplete," Mary Ashton, Michael Ukaj’s mother, said. "They should have been brought to the table right from the get-go just as Hussain was. Any entity involved that was part of the cause of the crash should be brought to the table.” The former manager of the location where the limo was serviced, Virgil Park, and two mechanics, admitted under oath they did not complete the brake work needed to make the limo safe to drive and they gave the vehicle a passing inspecti...

Web app shows homeowners their impact on Lake George

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:49:39 GMT

LAKE GEORGE, N.Y. (NEWS10) - The Lake George Association, a conservation and protection group focused on water quality around Lake George, has released a new tool for those who live on or visit the lake to help out with protection. The Lake Protector Profile App is designed to help property owners around Lake George evaluate their home or business' impact on the Queen of American Lakes. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! “Our LGA Lake Protector Profiles provide need-to-know information that helps guide participation in protection for all who love Lake George,” said Lake George Association (LGA) President Eric Siy. “And the LGA team is here to help to ensure we succeed.”The web app, accessible by computer or phone, uses the physical aspects of a property to determine lake impact. "Lake Protector Profiles" have been generated for over 9,300 developed properties across the Lake George watershed, using public information and geosp...

Southwest Airlines adds direct flights to Washington, D.C.

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:49:39 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Southwest Airlines is expanding its service at the Albany International Airport and will offer direct flights to and from Ronald Reagan International Airport in Washington, D.C. Flights are expected to begin on July 11. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! The flight departing from Albany is expected to leave at 2:55 p.m. and arrive in Washington, D.C. at 4:40 p.m. Flights from Washington, D.C. will leave at 12:35 p.m. and arrive in Albany at 1:55 p.m.

Police report Ulster County man missing

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:49:39 GMT

LLOYD, N.Y. (NEWS10) — On the morning of May 18, the Town of Lloyd Police Department posted a missing notice for Sheldon Pearce. They need help finding the man—who lives in Highland and is also known as Sheldon White Pearce—so if you know anything about Pearce's whereabouts, call (845) 691-6102. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Police said Pearce left his home at 5:15 a.m. on Wednesday morning. They said he was last seen in Orange County, walking into Cornwall from New Windsor. Police did not share a physical description, but they did include photos they said were taken from his Facebook page.

What's new this year at Olde Saratoga's 'Puff Puff Putt' night

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:49:39 GMT

WILTON, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- For the third year, "Puff Puff Putt" is returning to Olde Saratoga Miniature Golf, but with some changes and new additions. The event gives adults 21 years and older a place to smoke marijuana and play mini-golf. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! “We do not sell or supply anything,” said Brumley. “It’s ‘BYOP’, Bring Your Own Pot. All we do is allow people to smoke it here.” Attendees are also ID'd at the door.In previous years, "Puff Puff Putt" was held on Tuesdays and sometimes Fridays. Now, Brumley is holding the event every Monday and Tuesday, with the first event scheduled for Tuesday, May 23. Because of Memorial Day, the first Monday event will be on June 5. Albany’s 2023 Alive at Five concert series lineup announced New this year, Brumley is offering "Bong Pong," which is like beer pong except with garbage cans and volleyballs. Cornhole will also be available, along with wood-fired pizza, ice ...

Schaghticoke Fair announces opening day special

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:49:39 GMT

SCHAGHTICOKE, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Schaghticoke Fair will be returning for the 2023 season at the end of August. The annual event will be kicked off with a special offer of $1 admission for its opening day on August 30. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! This year will celebrate the event's 204th anniversary. The fair will feature rides, games, food, and several special exhibits.The 2023 Schaghticoke Fair will run from August 30 through September 4. Beyond opening day, admission will be $15 for adults, while children 13 and under will be allowed in for free every day. Carnival opens at Cook Park in Colonie The fairgrounds are located at 69 Stillwater Bridge Road Schaghticoke, NY. It will be open rain or shine 10 a.m. - 10 p.m., and rides will be open from 12pm - close. For more information, visit Schaghticoke Fair.

Switch-hitter Tommy Edman hits right vs. RHP again... What gives?

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:49:39 GMT

ST. LOUIS - As the only switch-hitter on the active Cardinals roster, Tommy Edman will usually bat left-handed against right-handed pitchers and right-handed against left-handed pitchers. On several occasions recently, including in Wednesday's game against the Milwaukee Brewers, Edman opted for a right-on-right battle, an unconventional route among switch hitters. He picked up one hit in three at-bats against Brewers ace Corbin Burnes.Edman has also hit right-handed against right-handed pitchers when facing the Detroit Tigers and Seattle Mariners this season. He's ended up 2-for-9 (.222 batting average) in such situations this season, according to Baseball Reference. Though it's been happening mostly unannounced and led to mixed results, the Cardinals have found some momentum in games Edman has gone right-on-right. Perhaps, it could be a trend going forward. Generally, switch-hitters will swing in the opposite direction of what the pitcher throws. This happens to give their eyes the...

What to do this weekend in Denver: Firecracker Comedy and Sun Valley night market

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:49:39 GMT

RiNo’s new “Friend” loves to danceThrough Sunday. Here’s an idea: a festival that combines concert dancing — that formal, and often pricey, experience at the theater — with the more approachable competitive and street-dancing styles. The result is Somebody’s Friend Movement and Music Festival, the River North Art District’s first big dance event.Taking place Thursday, May 18, through Sunday, May 21, Somebody’s Friend unites more than 40 (!!) local companies, big and small, with progressive showcases such as Saturday’s MAYhem and Magic Ball, which celebrates Denver’s LGBTQ Ballroom scene and features guest judge Renaldo Maurice (of HBO’s “Legendary Season Three” and Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater). The goal is to pay dancers what they’re worth, organizers said, while elevating the art form.Most shows and classes will take place in and around Denver Central Market’s parking lot, 2669 Larimer ...

A divided Denver school board votes to increase Superintendent Alex Marrero’s pay to $305,000 a year

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:49:39 GMT

A divided Denver school board voted Thursday morning to give Superintendent Alex Marrero a 17% raise, increasing his base salary to $305,000.Two members of the Board of Education questioned how the board went about negotiating the new contract. The board voted 4 to 3 to approve a new contract for Marrero, which also extends his employment at Denver Public Schools by a year, to June 30, 2026. Directors Auon’tai Anderson, Scott Esserman and Michelle Quattlebaum voted against the new contract.Marrero now will earn $45,000 a year more than he did under his previous contract, which paid him $260,000 a year as superintendent of DPS.The Board of Education has met with Marrero several times in executive sessions — which are closed to the public — since last year to discuss his contract.The board hired Marrero in 2021 after Susana Cordova, who led the district for about two years, resigned. About six months into Marrero’s tenure, the board extended his initial contract by t...