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Is it ‘Stillwinter’? Washington County announces finalists in snowplow naming contest

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 10:45:28 GMT

At least one of the finalists in Washington County’s name-a-snowplow contest has a local angle: Stillwinter.Another finalist – Taylor Drift – will likely rank high with Swifties, fans of pop icon Taylor Swift.Washington County residents in November were invited to help name one of the county’s 26 snowplows. More than 1,000 submissions were received; county officials winnowed that list down to eight finalists.Other finalists include: SKOL Plow, Beast of the East, Plow Bunyan, Plowabunga, Can’t Work From Home and Blizzard Wizzard.Residents have until Jan. 19 to vote for their favorite. The name with the most votes will be announced at the end of January.Voting can be done at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/WCNameAPlowFinalist.Related ArticlesLocal News | Feds: Fentanyl trafficking ring sent the drug from Arizona to Minnesota in stuffed animals Local News | Schmitt Music closes Woodbury, Apple Valley stores Local News | Topgolf tees up pl...

The rest of the NFC North is ascending. Where do the Vikings fit into the equation?

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 10:45:28 GMT

When the Vikings travel to play the Lions on Sunday afternoon at Ford Field in Detroit, they will be playing for pride in the short term, while also trying to send a message in the long term.Even if the Vikings no longer have much to play for at this point — the New York Times simulator gives them a 3 percent chance of making the playoffs — it’s imperative they bounce back from last week’s embarrassing 33-10 loss to the Green Bay Packers at U.S. Bank Stadium.To put forth that performance in such an important game was unacceptable. The response will say a lot about the Vikings.“You truly are tested in the moments like this,” Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell said. “Do we have the type of culture that allows us to have mental toughness?”That remains to be seen.Nonetheless, after a disastrous stretch defined by injuries, the Vikings (7-9) are suddenly in danger of finishing as the cellar dweller of the NFC North for the first time in a decade....

Vikings at Lions: What to know ahead of Week 18 matchup

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 10:45:28 GMT

What to know when the Vikings travel to play the Detroit Lions on Sunday afternoon:Lions at VikingsWhen: 12 p.m. SundayWhere: Ford FieldTV: FOXRadio: KFANLine: Lions – 3.5Over/Under: 45.5Keys for the Vikings— The goal should be getting the ball to star receiver Justin Jefferson as much as possible. He dominated the game against the Lions on Christmas Eve as the Vikings fell in heartbreaking fashion. The only hope the Vikings have this week starts and stops with Jefferson leading the charge on offense. It’s worth considering that he’s also closing in on 1,000 yards this season. He needs 118 yards to reach that milestone.— It’s going to take a group effort on defense to limit the Lions this weekend. The way that Detroit star receiver Amon Ra St. Brown dominated the game on Christmas Eve was palpable. He finished with 12 receptions for 106 yards and a touchdown. It could be much of the same this weekend if the Vikings aren’t careful.Keys for the Lions— ThereR...

Snow Emergency declared by the City of Amsterdam

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 10:45:28 GMT

AMSTERDAM, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- A Snow Emergency has been declared beginning at 6 p.m. on Saturday, January 6. During a snow emergency, vehicles are not allowed to park on city streets. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! The snow emergency will run until 7 a.m. on Monday, January 8. Amsterdam residents are encouraged to park at the following city-owned parking lots:City HallPost Office LotGuy Park Ave Ext. (Kirk Douglas parking)Golf Course LotVet's Field (upper field along Locust Ave. Roosevelt Rd. and the road to the pool building)Morris St. Parking LotEast Main & DeGraff (both lots)27 Lefferts Street (lot)Eagle & East Main Street (lot)Dean & East Main Streets (lot)47 Reid Street LotMilton Ave. between 1st & 2nd Ave.Prospect Street (Upper, near Elizabeth St.)Chestnut & Lincoln (basketball court lot)Bunn & Thomas St. (lot)Greene & Mechanic St. (lot)Union & Orange St. (lot)Union St. (between Brandt &am...

Governor gives early hint for legislative priorities

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 10:45:28 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) — This week on Empire State Weekly, lawmakers returned to the capitol to begin the legislative session. As lawmakers stated their priorities, Governor Kathy Hochul gave some indicators for her legislative goals ahead of the State of the State address. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! NEWS10 Capitol Correspondent Jamie DeLine, explained Governor Hochul this week indicated she would prioritize consumer protections and affordability. Also this week, Patrick Orecki, the Director of State Studies for the Citizens Budget Commission explained as lawmakers return to the capitol. After lawmakers lay out their priorities, and the governor gives the State of the State address, the focus will shift to the budget which is due in April."The Governor's Executive Budget is kind of the Super Bowl of the budget-making process it's where you see the parameters of how the budget is going to take shape so the big things for u...

Schodack declares snow emergency

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 10:45:28 GMT

SCHODACK, N.Y. (NEWS10) - The Town of Schodack will enact a snow emergency starting at 4 p.m. on Saturday and running until 4 a.m. Monday morning. There will be no parking on any streets in town and trash bins should be pulled back from the side of the road so plows can remove snow. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! The area is expecting several inches of snow to fall Saturday into Sunday. Stick with the NEWS10 Stormtracker Team for the latest updates on what to expect.

Village of Catskill announces parking plan for snow removal

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 10:45:28 GMT

CATSKILL, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- In response to the anticipation of snowfall this weekend, the Village of Catskill will be implementing a parking plan for snow removal beginning Saturday night. Residents with driveways are asked to use them and avoid parking on the street. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! All vehicles must be parked on the odd side of the street from 8 p.m. on Saturday to 8 a.m. on Sunday. Vehicles must then be parked on the even side of Village Streets from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. This will continue until the snow emergency has been canceled.Additionally, starting on Saturday, there will be no parking on Main Street from Greene Street to Summit Avenue between 11 p.m. and 8 a.m. There will also be no alternate street parking on Water Street from the intersection of Union Street to Church Street. 01/05/2024: The first winter storm of 2024 Vehicles violating these parking regulations will be ticketed and towed at the owner'...

St. Louis man accused of repeatedly macing women and demanding sex by gunpoint

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 10:45:28 GMT

ST. LOUIS, Mo. - A man is facing felony charges after several violent disturbances occurred for over a month.The incidents began in early November 2023 when Antonio Mickey, 24, entered a motel room with two people inside. He walked in, maced one victim, threatened to shoot her, and stole money. The officers learned the victim and Mickey had previously met on a website, according to the probable cause statement.A month later, on December 20, he met with another victim in a car port along Marceline Terrace. Police say he maced a woman and forced her to perform sexual acts with a gun pointed to her head. Mickey proceeded to steal the victim's personal belongings before fleeing the scene. Light rain and snow to impact Friday evening plans On December 28, there was another similar encounter with a third victim at the same location. Mickey is accused of first robbing the woman, holding her at gunpoint, and attempting to mace her, but he was unsuccessful. He coerced the victim at gunpoi...

Gypsy Rose Blanchard's story unveiled in Lifetime's documentary

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 10:45:28 GMT

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. – Gypsy Rose Blanchard, Missouri's true crime sensation, is breaking her silence in a documentary series titled "The Prison Confessions of Gypsy Rose Blanchard," produced by Lifetime. The six-episode series can be accessed through the Lifetime app as episodes are released. The first episode airs tonight 8/7c.The documentary delves into Gypsy's personal account of the events surrounding her mother, Clauddine Blanchard, known as Dee Dee Blanchard, who deceived everyone into believing Gypsy was gravely ill.  Gypsy may have fallen victim to Munchausen syndrome by proxy, a psychological disorder where a caretaker induces illness or fabricates symptoms to garner attention. Photo by Tibrina Hobson/Getty ImagesThe series explores the abuse Gypsy endured and sheds light on the murder of her mother, a case that captured national headlines. At the time of the documentary's creation, Gypsy was still incarcerated. In an interview with Entertainment Tonight, Gypsy state...

General contractors would be liable for wage theft claims against subcontractors under Democrats’ bill

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 10:45:28 GMT

Colorado construction contractors could face civil liability for wage theft under a bill previewed by Democratic lawmakers Friday.Details of the proposal are still being finalized ahead of the legislative session that begins Wednesday. House Majority Leader Monica Duran, a Wheat Ridge Democrat, said it is one of the bills she plans to introduce on the first day, and classified it as part of the party’s priority of economic justice.Colorado sees an estimated $728 million in wage theft annually, according to a 2022 Colorado Fiscal Institute report cited by Duran. For comparison, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce estimates there was about $642 million worth of goods stolen via retail theft in Colorado in 2021.“It is an injustice,” Rep. Meg Froelich, an Englewood Democrat, said. “It is stolen rent money. It’s money that would have gone to the kitchen table, health care, back-to-school supplies. So it’s critical for our working families, who we are relying ...