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DEC responds to illegal bear taking in Dutchess County

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 22:41:05 GMT

DOVER, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- On April 22, Environmental Conservation Officer Wamsley received a call from the Dutchess County Sheriff's Office about a bear being shot. Police were responding to a report of shots fired when they observed a subject dragging a bear back to his home. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! The subject told ECO Wamsley the bear had attacked his dog, prompting him to shoot it. According to ECO Wamsley, the story did not match up with the physical evidence. ECO Wamsley concluded the subject's dog went after the bear and the subject followed, before shooting and killing the bear.The homeowner was issued several tickets including taking a bear out of season, illegal take of protected wildlife, and hunting/taking a protected animal without a license. The bear was seized as evidence and donated.

Howlin' at the Moon concert series returns to Mabee Farm

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 22:41:05 GMT

SCHENECTADY, N.Y. (NEWS10) — Mabee Farm in Rotterdam Junction announced the return of their Howlin' at the Moon concert series. The shows will feature host band Everest Rising, alongside a different headlining act for each performance. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Starting in June, the five show Americana music series will take place in Mabee Farm's "The Barn," which offers a warm atmosphere and rustic charm to every concert. The lineup of acts ranges in genre from folk and bluegrass, to rock and country. Series LineupJune 1: Hold On Honeys with Everest RisingJuly 6: Jim Gaudet & the Railroad BoysAugust 3: Sara Milonovich & DaisycutterAugust 31: Big Fez & the SurfmaticsOctober 5: The Moon Shells Freddie Mercury’s eclectic collection of ‘clutter’ for sale Each show will begin at 7 p.m. and will begin with a performance by Everest Rising. Admission is $10, and there will be beer and wine available for sale....

Troy man arrested on stalking and menacing charges

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 22:41:05 GMT

COLONIE, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- On April 21, a Troy man was arrested following a menacing complaint made on April 9. The suspect, Ramar J. Martin, 37, was charged with Stalking, two counts of Criminal Contempt, Menacing, Reckless Endangerment, Reckless Endangerment of Property, and other Vehicle and Traffic Law violations. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! According to the police, a victim had made a walk-in complaint at around 1:52 a.m. on April 9, saying they had been menaced with what appeared to be a firearm on State Route 7 in Colonie. Investigations determined that Martin had followed the victim and attempted to force them off the roadway. Martin then attempted to stop the victim's vehicle by blocking their travel lane. He then allegedly exited his vehicle and brandished and pointed a handgun at the victim. Albany man arrested following road rage incident in Colonie The victim had an active stay-away order of protection aga...

Warren County woman accused of stealing from elderly resident

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 22:41:05 GMT

WARRENSBURG, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- A Warren County woman has been accused of stealing money from an elderly person. New York State Police said Jennifer Winter, 36, of Warrensburg, was arrested on April 22. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! In February, troopers received a report from an elderly resident in Warren County reporting fraudulent bank and credit card activity. After an investigation, police found that Winter, who is known to the victim, allegedly used the victim’s credit card multiple times without their permission. Winter is also accused of cashing a fraudulent check written to her from the victim’s bank account.In total, Winter is accused of stealing over $8,000. She was charged with third-degree grand larceny. Winter was issued an appearance ticket to return to the Queensbury Town Court on May 8 and released. 

5 honored for rescuing missing boy, 3, from NYC train tracks

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 22:41:05 GMT

NEW YORK (WPIX) — A group of transit workers have been honored for rescuing a 3-year-old boy with autism who was found on a New York train track earlier this month, officials said. The five Metropolitan Transit Authority employees—Shawn Loughran, Williams Kennedy, Marcus Higgins, Max Chong and Christopher Fraina—were hailed as heroes during a commendation ceremony Tuesday. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! (Credit: MTA)“Everybody’s quick thinking and the perfect timing allowed us to get this child off the tracks and back to his family," Kennedy said. Lake George students learn how to be firefighters On April 6, the Metro-North crew saw the child was stuck on the top of the third rail on the northbound train tracks near the Tarrytown station. A video released by the MTA showed the train slowing down before Higgins jumped onto the tracks and sprinted 40 yards to retrieve the toddler. The team then took the child back to the ...

Nashville holds private prom for student barred over gendered outfit

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 22:41:05 GMT

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WKRN) — The Nashville community is stepping up to throw the ultimate prom for a Nashville Christian School student who was reportedly not allowed to attend their senior prom for choosing to wear a suit instead of a dress. "It was brave of them to make the sign and stand out in the front of their prom and it was powerful," Nashville business owner Derek Van Mol explained. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! The post by Nashville Christian School senior B Hayes on Instagram showed the student in a black suit holding a sign that said, "They wouldn't let me in because I'm in a suit." In the post, B wrote, “I should not have to conform to femininity to attend my senior prom. I will not compromise who I am to fit in a box. Who are you to tell us what it means to be a woman?”Nashville Christian School said in a statement that it has "established dress requirements for daily school attendance and at our special events...

Missouri schools could see bullet-resistant doors and windows as soon as 2024

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 22:41:05 GMT

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — As school shootings continue to impact communities across the country, there are heightened concerns over students and staff's safety.Missouri lawmakers are working on a bill that would add more security measures to school districts statewide.Last week, the Missouri House of Representatives passed House Bill 1108, which would require schools to add bullet-resistant doors and windows by the 2024-2025 school year. This St. Louis restaurant has the best soul food in Missouri, food writers say As part of a wide-ranging public safety bill, Missouri schools would be required to install bullet-resistant doors for all first-floor entryways and bullet-resistant glass "for each exterior window large enough for an intruder to enter."The bill is now heading to the Missouri Senate and if it passes, the bill would need to be signed into law by Governor Parson.The security upgrades will be paid for using a Classroom Trust Fund which the state said would cost around $5 million....

Show Me Cash player in Ellisville wins $329,000

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 22:41:05 GMT

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. - A man who routinely plays the Show Me Cash draw game scored a six-figure jackpot from a recent drawing.The player said he typically buys two quick pick tickets and then checks them every week or two. He checked his tickets with the Missouri Lottery app and discovered one had matched all five numbers in the March 24 drawing: 19, 21, 22, 25, and 34. This St. Louis restaurant has the best soul food in Missouri, food writers say The winning ticket was sold at the QuikTrip in the 15900 block of Manchester Road in Ellisville.As of April 26, there have been 11 Show Me Cash jackpot winners sold in 2023.The Show Me Cash drawing is daily at 8:59 p.m. The jackpots in this game start at $50,000 and grow until there’s a winner. The odds of winning the jackpot are 1 in 575,757.

Rockies lose to Guardians, lose German Marquez to injury

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 22:41:05 GMT

CLEVELAND — The Rockies’ season of discontent turned decidedly darker on a sunny Wednesday at Progressive Field.The Rockies, owner of the worst record in the National League, not only had their modest two-game winning streak halted by a 4-1 loss to the Guardians, but they also saw right-hander German Marquez depart the game in the fourth inning with what appeared to be a significant injury to his right arm. Marquez was making his first start since coming off the 15-day injured list where he was being treated for right forearm inflammation.The Rockies own an 8-18 record, second only to the 2005 club (6-20) for the worst start after 26 games in franchise history.Cleveland, meanwhile, received a terrific start from right-hander Tanner Bibee in his major league debut. He limited the Rockies to one run on six hits over 5 2/3 innings. He struck out eight, including five in a row in the second and third innings, and didn’t walk a batter.Colorado nicked him for a run in th...

Nob Fire burns 131 acres in San Bernardino National Forest near Lytle Creek

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 22:41:05 GMT

Crews are battling a wildfire in the the San Bernardino National Forest near Lytle Creek that has burned 131 acres Wednesday afternoon.The Nob Fire was reported around 10:15 a.m. and officials said it had burned 8 acres, but had the potential to spread quickly. The fire is being fought on the ground and in the air, according to forest officials. The Nob Fire burns in the San Bernardino National Forest on April 26, 2023. (KTLA)The Nob Fire burns in the San Bernardino National Forest on April 26, 2023. (KTLA)The Nob Fire burns in the San Bernardino National Forest on April 26, 2023. (KTLA)The Nob Fire burns in the San Bernardino National Forest on April 26, 2023. (KTLA)Smoke from the Nob Fire burning in the San Bernardino National Forest could be seen on April 26, 2023. (KTLA)No structures are threatened and no injuries have been reported. A smoke advisory was issued in Rancho Cucamonga due to the visible smoke in the area from the blaze.The cause of the blaze is under investigation. ...