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Fundraiser set up for Lake Elmo swimmer injured in crash, anhydrous ammonia leak in central Illinois

Published Thu, 06 Mar 2025 14:47:44 GMT

A swimmer from Lake Elmo was among those hospitalized last week after exposure to a chemical that spilled last month when a tanker truck overturned in central Illinois.Five people died as a result of the Sept. 29 exposure to the anhydrous ammonia — a chemical that can burn or corrode organic tissue.Sarah Tague, 18, of Lake Elmo, was injured in an anhydrous ammonia leak from a tanker truck that crashed on Sept. 29, 2023, near Teutopolis, Ill. (Courtesy of GoFundMe)Sarah Tague, 18, of Lake Elmo, was in a car with three other swimmers from the University of Missouri’s recreational swim club on the way to a swim meet in Ohio when the tanker truck, traveling on U.S. 40 near Teutopolis, Ill., veered to the right to avoid a collision when another vehicle tried to pass it, according to the Associated Press.The tanker truck jackknifed, toppled and hit the trailer hitch of a vehicle parked just off the road, leaving it with a 6-inch hole in the chemical container, the AP reported. More ...

Two arrested for possessing stolen guns in Colonie

Published Thu, 06 Mar 2025 14:47:44 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Two people were arrested in Colonie after being found in possession of stolen firearms, according to New York State Police. Kareem Whitted (45, Poughkeepsie) and Jeffrey Thomas (51, Durham) each face multiple charges. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! On Saturday, around 4:30 p.m., multiple agencies tried to locate Thomas due to an active warrant. Police say the two were found together at a Colonie motel and, after further investigation, were found to have multiple stolen firearms, which were seized. Police say while being taken into custody, Whitted gave false identifying information. Police say Whitted also had a warrant for his arrest issued to by the New York State Department of Corrections and Community Supervision on an unrelated matter. Albany Police respond to shots fired on Daytona Avenue Whitted Charges:Second-degree criminal possession of a weaponThird-degree criminal possession of a weapon...

Rotterdam man arrested for menacing with a firearm

Published Thu, 06 Mar 2025 14:47:44 GMT

ROTTERDAM, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- A Rotterdam man has been arrested following a menacing incident, according to police. Travis Forbes, 47, is facing multiple charges. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! On October 8 at 6:50 p.m., the Rotterdam Police Department responded to a home on Poutre Avenue for reports of a man threatening people with a gun. Upon arrival, officers were able to confirm that multiple people were inside the house. All occupants in the residence other than the suspect were able to vacate the house and confirm to police that the man was still inside, and that he had threatened them with a handgun. Officers then made contact with the man, identified as Forbes, who eventually surrendered to police and was taken into custody. He faces the following charges: ChargesSecond-degree criminal possession of a weaponSecond-degree menacingCriminal obstruction of breathing or blood circulationEndangering the welfare of a childResis...

Bowdoin Park to host country music event

Published Thu, 06 Mar 2025 14:47:44 GMT

WAPPINGERS FALLS, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Bowdoin Park will be hosting Boots By the Bandshell, a day of country music and family fun. The event is scheduled for October 14 from 3:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Boots By the Bandshell will feature line dancing, a performance by the Thunder Ridge Band and a fireworks show in the evening. The event will also offer food trucks, a family game area, and a bonfire with a s’mores station. “Fall in the Hudson Valley means great views and cool nights, and what better way to enjoy both than with live music, dancing, family fun and delicious local food right next to the river at our own Bowdoin Park." said County Executive William F.X. O’Neil. "Boots by the Bandshell is a fun, free way for families to spend time together and we encourage everyone to join us and spend the day dancing at the park. Concert, short film featuring ‘Stranger Things’ star to debut at UAlbany Bowd...

New tavern opening on Central Ave in Colonie

Published Thu, 06 Mar 2025 14:47:44 GMT

COLONIE, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- September's Too, a revival of the former September's night club, is opening at the same location in Colonie. The tavern is having its grand opening weekend from October 13 to 15. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! The original September's opened at 1165 Central Avenue in 1980 before becoming DiCarlo's Gentlemen's Club, which had to close after a lawsuit. Now, the September's name is back in tavern form.Matt Dame has been named as the executive chef of September's Too. The menu will include appetizers, soups, wings, burgers, sandwiches, other entrees and drink specials. Last day of the season for Martha’s on Monday According to the Facebook page, September's Too will have food and drink, live music, trivia, karaoke, and sports. The owner of Septembers Too did not immediately respond to NEWS10's request for comment.For grand opening weekend, Friday will be a celebration of the 1980s with '80s music playin...

Adirondack Winery sets its goal for breast cancer

Published Thu, 06 Mar 2025 14:47:44 GMT

QUEENSBURY, N.Y. (NEWS10) - Every year, Adirondack Winery in Queensbury puts on pink and raises money, glass by glass, for breast cancer awareness and research. This month, the winery hopes to raise $20,000 for its 11th annual Drink Pink Fundraiser. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Since Sept. 15, Adirondack Winery has been donating a portion of all sales to Making Strides Against Breast Cancer of the Adirondacks, a chapter of the American Cancer Society. They'll keep doing that until the end of October. The winery is selling specialty wines like "Drink Pink Berry Breeze," and adding to a fundraising total of over $100,000 across the last 11 years.“In the eleven years that we have done this fundraiser, I have spoken with so many customers and employees who have had their lives directly impacted by breast cancer,” said Adirondack Winery President and Co-Owner Sasha Pardy. “Beyond giving us an opportunity to raise money for a very...

State Police arrest 17-year-old following fatal Colonie crash

Published Thu, 06 Mar 2025 14:47:44 GMT

COLONIE, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- A 17-year-old is in custody following the fatal crash on I-890 on Saturday night. A 14-year-old passenger, A'Mon Willis, passed away from severe injuries sustained in the crash. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Police say the 17-year-old was driving eastbound at high speeds when they lost control of the vehicle. The vehicle overturned and rolled into a vehicle traveling in the westbound lane.Three other teenagers in the vehicle were treated at the Albany Medical Center for non-life-threatening injuries. The driver of the westbound vehicle also received treatment. The 17-year-old was evaluated by a Drug Recognition Expert. He was processed at SP Princetown for the following charges:Aggravated vehicular homicideAssault in the second degreeDriving while ability impaired by the combined influence of drugs or of alcoholVehicle and traffic law violations The suspect was arraigned at the Cohoes City Court. He...

Have you had difficulty getting the new COVID shot in Colorado? The Denver Post wants to talk to you

Published Thu, 06 Mar 2025 14:47:44 GMT

COVID-19 shots that were updated for the latest variants are theoretically available everywhere, but some people seeking them out have been unable to get an appointment, or been told they’ll have to pay out of pocket for what should be a free vaccine.Reporter Meg Wingerter would like to talk to Colorado residents about their experiences trying to get vaccinated. If you are interested in participating in a story, please fill out the information below.[contact-form] 

Woman shot multiple times on 6th Street Bridge

Published Thu, 06 Mar 2025 14:47:44 GMT

A woman was shot multiple times on the 6th Street Bridge early Monday.The woman, whose age and name have not been released, was shot around 12:20 a.m. on the bridge that connects Boyle Heights and the Arts District of downtown Los Angeles, according to the Los Angeles Police Department.She was taken to a local hospital in stable condition.The shooter has not been identified and no description of them was available, but witnesses told police they fled in a silver sedan.The investigation is ongoing, and no further details were available. Sofia Pop Perez contributed to this report.

Dove Armitage Take Flight in Silver Lake

Published Thu, 06 Mar 2025 14:47:44 GMT

Dove Armitage Take Flight in Silver Lake: “Ladies and gentleman, the captain has turned on the fasten seatbelt sign,” a voice states over an intro tape (which we later learn is called “Flight 777”). “If you have not already done so, please store your carry-on luggage underneath the seat in front of you or in an overhead bin.” Apparently, we’re about to go on a journey.Some of the more keen-eyed music fans out there may recognize Dove Armitage as the former bass player with the Death Valley Girls or Yungblud. Her resume is undeniably impressive, but her solo work should see name go up a level. Her beautifully uncomfortable electro-alt-pop is as inventive as it is thrilling.She has a new EP, Concernless, coming out in November. “I address negativity by acknowledging it, but then figuring out how I can spin it in a positive way. The things we go through as humans, as women, as queer people, suck, but they can make us better, too,” she sai...