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Lead pipe removal begins in Troy

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 12:54:53 GMT

TROY, N.Y. (NEWS10) - The city of Troy making progress removing the lead pipes, breaking ground on the project earlier this week. NEWS10 has the latest on how the clean water is flowing. Large police presence seen at Hawthorne Avenue home “It’s all about working together to get the job done and to ensure safe drinking water for the people of Troy,” said City Council President Carmella Mantello.People in Troy are starting to get lead-free pipes. Those who live near the corner of Adam’s Street and 4th Street are some of the first to have the new service lines.“It started yesterday and we're on number five We have a long way to go but we're online about two or three a day,” said Chris Wheland the Superintendent of Public Utilities.The entire project is expected to cost between 30 to 40 million dollars, and it could take up to 10 years to complete.  But the city needs its residents to help with the inventory in order to apply for more federal funding to help complete the project....

Ventura County woman charged with stealing $250,000 from employer

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 12:54:53 GMT

A 54-year-old woman from Santa Paula has been arrested for stealing more than a quarter million dollars from her employer over a period of three years, authorities announced earlier this week.  Tina Louise Torres faces 17 felony counts of grand theft and eight felony counts of making, forging and altering documents.  The 54-year-old was employed by Limoneira Federal Credit Union as a manager, with responsibilities that included bookkeeping. “While employed, Torres used her position of trust to embezzle money and forge documents to defraud Limoneira Federal Credit Union,” a news release from the Ventura County Sheriff’s Office stated.  Investigators believe that Torres stole over $250,000 from the credit union between Jan. 2016 and Aug. 2019, when her theft was discovered by a company audit and her employment was terminated.  After a lengthy investigation by VCSO’s Major Crimes – Financial Crimes Unit, Torres was arrested in Ojai on June 5. She was booked at the pre-tr...

2 hospitalized in shooting outside Hyde Park car wash

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 12:54:53 GMT

At least two people were hospitalized after gunfire erupted outside of a car wash in Hyde Park on Thursday night.Officers responded to reports of a shooting on the 6400 block of S. West and Hyde Park Boulevards around 6:30 p.m., according to the Los Angeles Police Department.When authorities arrived at the scene, they found two people wounded. Both victims were transported to a local hospital for treatment. Their conditions remain unknown. There were reports of a possible third victim, although that information has not been confirmed.A shooting outside of a Hyde Park car wash left two people hospitalized on June 8, 2023. (Citizen)A shooting outside of a Hyde Park car wash left two people hospitalized on June 8, 2023. (Citizen)A shooting outside of a Hyde Park car wash left two people hospitalized on June 8, 2023. (Citizen)A shooting outside of a Hyde Park car wash left two people hospitalized on June 8, 2023. (Citizen)A shooting outside of a Hyde Park car wash left two people hospit...

Adell homers in return to majors as Angels beat Cubs 3-1 to complete series sweep

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 12:54:53 GMT

ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Jo Adell homered in his first game back in the majors, Reid Detmers finally posted his first victory of the season and the Los Angeles Angels defeated the Chicago Cubs 3-1 Thursday night to complete their third series sweep of the season.It is the first time the Angels, who have won four straight, have swept the Cubs in a three-game series. Trey Mancini had an RBI double for Chicago, swept for the fourth time this year. The Cubs have dropped four in a row and 10 of 14.Adell, who led the Triple-A Pacific Coast League with 18 homers before being called up, tied the game 1-all in the second inning when he hammered a sinker from Drew Smyly (5-4) a projected 455 feet down the left-field line. According to Statcast, it was the longest homer by an Angels player at home this season.Detmers (1-5) went 5 2/3 innings, lasting that long for only the third time in 11 starts this year. The left-hander struck out eight and walked two.Carlos Estevez earned his 16th save.Adell...

Panthers rally, top Golden Knights 3-2 in OT in Game 3 of Stanley Cup final

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 12:54:53 GMT

Florida Panthers left wing Matthew Tkachuk (19) is congratulated by his teammates after he scored to tie the game in the third period of Game 3 of the NHL hockey Stanley Cup Finals against the Vegas Golden Knights, Thursday, June 8, 2023, in Sunrise, Fla. (AP Photo/Rebecca Blackwell)(AP/Rebecca Blackwell) Florida Panthers left wing Matthew Tkachuk (19) is congratulated by his teammates after he scored to tie the game in the third period of Game 3 of the NHL hockey Stanley Cup Finals against the Vegas Golden Knights, Thursday, June 8, 2023, in Sunrise, Fla. (AP Photo/Rebecca Blackwell)(AP/Rebecca Blackwell) SUNRISE, Fla. (AP) — Overtime. Season basically on the line. The Florida Panthers keep finding ways to flouri...

Over 20 Marshall Fire victims sue Xcel Energy

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 12:54:53 GMT

SUPERIOR, Colo. (KDVR) — A lawsuit has been filed against Xcel Energy on behalf of more than 20 Marshall Fire victims.Thursday morning, Boulder County officials released their findings of an investigation into the cause and origin of the fire, finding two separate fires combined to form the fire.One of those fires was likely caused by a damaged Xcel power line, according to Sheriff Curtis Johnson. That's a reason attorneys think that have a reason to file a claim."Xcel Energy is liable for the fire," attorney Ben Petiprin said, "and we intend to hold them responsible for all of our clients' damages."At 86, starting over after the Marshall FireJacki Kramer lost everything in the fire and is now being represented by Petiprin's firm. The 86-year-old said it was reassuring to hear causes and origins had been identified.She says she was significantly underinsured and believes Xcel should foot the bill. “They’re a good company, they’re a big company, they can afford it,” sh...

Empty lots remain long after the Marshall Fire

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 12:54:53 GMT

SUPERIOR, Colo. (KDVR) — People are still struggling with the aftermath of the Marshall Fire since it destroyed more than $2 billion of property in 2021. In July 2022, Superior homeowner Adam Ciesielski showed FOX31 an empty lot where his home of 10 years was destroyed. “It's 900 grand to rebuild something that I bought eight years ago for a third of that price," Ciesielski said at the time.Adam Ciesielski lost his dream home in the Marshall Fire. Then, he suffered another blow when crews removed the foundation where he planned to rebuild. (KDVR)Ciesielski showed FOX31 proof that his foundation was removed, despite being deemed safe and despite a notification sent to Boulder County. He said all involved parties are working to address the costly issue, but it is taking far too long. “No progress whatsoever, I see these gorgeous houses being built, and I think about the one that I had and I lived in for 10 years. And there's nothing there," Ciesielski said.Now, the outcome of the Mars...

POLITICO Pro Central Banker: Russian rate decision — Italy’s patriotic bonds — CBDC moratorium call

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 12:54:53 GMT

Our one-stop source for central banking & monetary policy news.View in your browser or listen to audioBy GEOFFREY SMITHwith ANJULI DAVIES, BEN MUNSTER and IZABELLA KAMINSKASNEAK PEEK— Russia’s central bank faces up to labor shortage ahead of rate decision meeting.— Italy issues “patriotic bonds” as it gets creative with how to woo retail investors as the ECB stops buying.— Economist Stephen Cecchetti tells central bankers the world needs a treaty to suspend CBDC development.POLICY TICKERECB 3.75% ⇡ — BOE 4.5% ⇡ — FED 5.35% ⇡— SNB 1.5% ⇡— BOJ -0.10% ⇣— RBA 4.10% ⇡— PBOC 3.65%⇣— CBR 7.5% ⇣ — BOC 4.75% ⇡Greetings and welcome to the end of the week. A reminder that both the Federal Reserve and the ECB are in their silent period ahead of rate meetings next week. Yesterday, India’s central bank broke ranks and kept its key lending rate steady for a second straight policy meeting, as widely expected, but signalled that monetary conditions will remain tight for ...

San Diego restaurant among top rooftops in US: Yelp

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 12:54:53 GMT

SAN DIEGO -- Rooftop season is always a mood in San Diego. But coming off a wet and cloudy winter/spring, local rooftop bars and restaurants are welcoming the summer temperatures and sunshine with even wider open arms.Yelp recently compiled a list of the top rooftop restaurants and bars in every U.S. state. Representing California is Ocean Beach's-own The Holding Company.The restaurant, bar and live music venue, located 5046 Newport Avenue, is just steps away from the beach. On the first floor, you'll find a stage and a full bar. Head on up to the second floor, where there is indoor and outdoor seating, also accompanied with a full bar. Finally when you get to the third floor, the rooftop offers ocean views, table and fire pit seating and heaters. San Diego restaurant added to California Michelin Guide "Such a fun place for food and drinks with an ocean view! I love the rooftop area especially on a nice, sunny day. THC has 3 levels with each level having a different vibe. Can't go...

All-Veteran boat team to sail 2023 Ocean Globe Race for US

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 12:54:53 GMT

SAN DIEGO -- A team of military veterans are setting out to sea to compete in the largest ocean sailing race in the world.The Skeleton Crew team says their mission is about a lot more than sailing. These veterans aren’t just sailing to compete, but to conquer their own battles with Post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).They are about to set sail for the 2023 Ocean Globe Race, but still have a lot of hurdles to overcome just to get to the starting line.The Skeleton Crew may be seen like the underdogs in the 2023 Ocean Globe race, as the smallest and self-funded boat crew. That won’t stop these veterans from sailing ahead.“This is a huge a moment,” Skeleton Crew Medic and Deckhand Sam Radoff said. “And we’re representing America and we’re representing veterans and raising awareness.”The race will bring them around the world to navigate treacherous waters from England to South Africa to Australia to New Zealand and back without any technology.“We just rely on the maps and the stars and...