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Afton skier Jessie Diggins prioritizing her mental health after eating disorder relapse

Published Tue, 17 Dec 2024 03:52:10 GMT

Afton native Jessie Diggins loves glitter. It’s been her thing since she was a rising star in cross country skiing at Stillwater High School — long before she was an Olympic gold medalist for Team USA.Jessie Diggins, of the United States, reacts after crossing the finish line in the Women’s Cross Country Interval Start 10 KM Free event at the Nordic World Championships in Planica, Slovenia, Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2023. (AP Photo/Matthias Schrader)She used to get so nervous before races as a kid that she would be completely zapped of energy before she even got to the starting line. She began applying glitter as a way to combat the weight of expectations. The signature has long served as a reminder that the sport she loves is supposed to be fun.“It’s important to remember that,” Diggins said. “The glitter becomes this promise that I’m going to go out there, I’m going to do the best that I can, and I’m going to be proud of it.”That...

$125K awarded for rescue equipment in Ulster County

Published Tue, 17 Dec 2024 03:52:10 GMT

ESOPUS, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- On Wednesday, Senator Michelle Hinchey announced that $125,000 is heading to the Esopus and Glasco Fire Departments to purchase new rescue equipment. The funding was made available through the State and Municipal Facilities Capital grant program. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! The Esopus Fire Department received $50K and purchased a utility terrain vehicle. The vehicle will help transport firefighters to areas that are inaccessible to firetrucks. "This funding has allowed us to purchase a 2023 Can-Am Defender Pro UTV that will help us protect the nearly 2500+ acres of parks and recreational land, including 14 miles of trails in our Fire District," said Esopus Fire Chief Will Freer. "The new unit was used three times within a week of receiving it, including a standby for a cross-country race and a search detail.” Hudson River Maritime Museum seeks winter wear donations The Glasco Fire Department used ...

Things to do in the North Country this weekend: Nov. 24-26

Published Tue, 17 Dec 2024 03:52:10 GMT

GLENS FALLS, N.Y. (NEWS10) - So, you've eaten a lot of Thanksgiving food. Don't worry, it happens to the best of us. If you're looking to shake off the post-turkey malaise this weekend, community centers and downtowns have offerings for you. Trade the turkey in for tinsel, and get ready for the holidays. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! ArgyleMeet the Artisans Mini MarketSunday, Nov. 26, 12:30 - 3:30 p.m.Artisans showing and selling their wares, as well as Rollin in Gravy onsite with artisanal grilled cheese sandwichesThe Scotlander Brewing Co., 453 County Route 47Fort EdwardHuge Fall Barn SaleFriday-Sunday, Nov. 24-26, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.Books, houseware, Christmas decor, and more for sale, benefitting Little Theater on the FarmLittle Theater on the Farm, 27 Plum RoadCanadian Pacific Holiday TrainSaturday, Nov. 25, 1:15 – 1:45 p.m.The Canadian Pacific Holiday Train makes a stop at the Fort Edward Train Station, with live music and ...

Adult Survivors Act lookback window set to expire soon

Published Tue, 17 Dec 2024 03:52:10 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10)-- The Adult Survivors Act is set to expire on Friday. The law allows people who were sexually assaulted as adults, to sue their abuser in a civil case, regardless as to when it happened."This is a way to tell survivors we stand with you," said Assemblymember Linda Rosenthal.More than 2,500 cases have been filled. High profile cases include, Harvey Winestein, Bill Cosby, and most recently Sean “Diddy” Combs.Assemblymember Linda Rosenthal sponsored the legislation and says it gives people of all backgrounds a chance pursue justice."It ranged from E. Jean Carol who was abused by Donald Trump. He was found guilty in court," said Rosenthal. "And then there are all these nameless people who were abused by a relative, a neighbor."Michael Polenberg, Vice President of Government Affairs at Safe Horizon, said survivors are also able to sue institutions that was negligent in stopping the harm from taking place."A large number of lawsuits from formerly incarcerated people ...

Watch St. Louis police and firefighters box in Guns 'N Hoses

Published Tue, 17 Dec 2024 03:52:10 GMT

ST. LOUIS -- FOX 2 and KPLR 11 are proud media sponsors of the 36th annual Guns 'N Hoses boxing fundraiser for Backstoppers. tickets for tonight's event are sold out, but you can watch it on FOX 22 starting at 6:30 p.m. The FOX prime-time line-up of The Masked Singer and Snake Oil will air starting at 10:30 p.m. Wednesday night.Watch live video hereYou can also watch the matches streaming live on Fite-TV. Sign up for free to watch the matches online on a browser, phone, or tablet.The Thanksgiving-eve boxing fundraiser has been a crowd-pleaser for more than three decades. It also serves an important purpose. Proceeds from Guns ‘N Hoses support BackStoppers, a local organization that provides financial support to the families of first responders who died in the line of duty.Local police and fire leadership want to make sure that their members—their youngest recruits in particular—are aware of BackStoppers and its critically important objective.Main EventMatt Halliday vs Kyle MuellerCo...

St. Louis police seek suspect in break-in of women's basketball team van

Published Tue, 17 Dec 2024 03:52:10 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Police are asking for the public's help with finding a suspect linked to a break-in of a women's basketball team's van earlier this month in St. Louis. The St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department shared photos of the suspect on Wednesday, more than two weeks since the break-in. Investigators say the Anderson College Women's Basketball team stopped for some photos at the Arch grounds on Nov. 10. When the team returned to their van, they noticed someone had broken into it and took off with several items. According to Nexstar affiliate FOX 59, bags contained uniforms, shoes, laptops, iPads and headphones were among the items stolen. The team had only been away from the van for roughly 30 minutes. Police have not yet disclosed the identity of the suspect wanted or any potential charges.Anyone with information on the suspect's whereabouts should contact SLMPD at 314-444-2541 or 314-44-2500 or CrimeStoppers at 866-371-TIPS (8477).

Facebook Marketplace meetup turns violent; woman charged over car deal gone wrong

Published Tue, 17 Dec 2024 03:52:10 GMT

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. - Two people are hurt, and a woman is behind bars after a Facebook Marketplace meetup in which the suspect arranged to purchase a car and allegedly tried to steal it. Tamia Moore, 20, faces four felonies in St. Louis County in connection with the investigation. Charges stem from an incident on Nov. 4 outside a Schnucks parking lot in Jennings. Moore met two people in-person about potentially buying their car after connecting through Facebook Marketplace. St. Louis pot tax money goes up in smoke thanks to city hall blunder According to court documents obtained by FOX 2, the two would-be sellers offered to let Moore take a test drive with one of them in the car. After a brief test drive, Moore returned to the parking lot and inquired about purchasing the vehicle, but handed over less money than she reportedly agreed upon. One of the would-be sellers then asked Moore about the money before a series of events followed. Investigators say Moore took the money back...

Troopers increase Thanksgiving patrols in Missouri and beyond

Published Tue, 17 Dec 2024 03:52:10 GMT

ST. LOUIS – The Missouri Highway State Patrol will be actively engaged this weekend, providing assistance to the public and enforcing traffic laws.MSHP is taking part in Operation C.A.R.E. this Thanksgiving. Operation C.A.R.E. (Combined Accident Reduction Effort) is a collaborative program involving law enforcement agencies from various states working together to enhance highway safety during peak travel times, such as holidays.The operation primarily focuses on enforcing traffic laws, particularly those related to speeding, seat belt usage, and impaired driving, with the objective of reducing accidents and preserving lives.According to the MSHP, during the Thanksgiving holiday counting period in 2022, nine people were killed and 482 individuals sustained injuries in 1,355 traffic crashes.

Car drives into an Arnold, Missouri gas station store

Published Tue, 17 Dec 2024 03:52:10 GMT

ARNOLD, Mo -- Firefighters from Rock Community responded to a call at the Mobile gas station on the Outer Road early Wednesday morning. When they arrived, they saw a car sitting inside the gas station.  The vehicle was past the front doors into the store and the driver of the car was out of the vehicle. The cause was accidental, and there was no structural damage to the building. There are no injuries to the driver or anyone else in the store. The area will be cleaned up and boarded up and the gas station hopes to be open later today.  

Caleb Jones’ return to Colorado has been positive for him and Avalanche

Published Tue, 17 Dec 2024 03:52:10 GMT

Caleb Jones spent three seasons trying to establish himself as an NHL player, then three more as a full-time guy in the league with no more AHL bus rides or shuttling back and forth between two teams.Then he had to start this season back in the AHL with the Colorado Eagles, first as a member of the Hurricanes and then with the Avalanche because Carolina doesn’t have its own affiliate. So when Jones joined the Avs and played well in his first couple of games, he had to feel pretty good about life in general.Trying to fit in with a new team and play well enough to stick around is hard enough, but the hockey gods gave Jones a little extra bit of adversity to deal with last week at an Avalanche practice … and he is currently sporting a rather robust black eye as a reminder.“Just a stick to the face,” Jones said. “It ended up doing a lot more damage than I thought it would. It definitely hurt. I think it looks pretty cool, so I’ll take advantage of that.R...