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Canada Goose execs take on sales associate jobs on Black Friday

Published Sun, 24 Nov 2024 03:19:09 GMT

TORONTO — Canada Goose Holdings Inc. executives are headed to work today with a better sense of how employees and customers view their brand.Fifteen of the luxury apparel company’s top executives fanned out across its stores on Black Friday, taking on jobs as sales associates.The store visits were meant to help collect feedback and ideas around how to drive more sales, traffic and productivity.Chief executive Dani Reiss was at Yorkdale mall in Toronto, while others visited stores in Los Angeles, London, Zurich, Shanghai and Tokyo.President Carrie Baker visited the Saint-Catherine Street West store in Montreal, where she greeted shoppers, helped them try on coats and rang up purchases.Baker plans to start making changes based on the pain points she discovered as soon as she reconvenes with the rest of the leadership team.  This report by The Canadian Press was first published Nov. 27, 2023.Companies in this story: (TSX:GOOS)The Canadian Press

Person fatally struck by Metra train near Norwood Park: Metra

Published Sun, 24 Nov 2024 03:19:09 GMT

CHICAGO -- A person is dead after they were struck by a Metra train the Norwood Park neighborhood Monday morning, Metra said.According to the Metra UP-NW post, the inbound and outbound trains stopped near Norwood Park due to a train striking a pedestrian. Work to begin on winterized tent camp in Brighton Park despite resident pushback They say extensive delays are anticipated. There is no information on how the pedestrian was struck. WGN is actively following the incident and will update as more information is recovered.

Here's when you can stream Taylor Swift’s 'Eras Tour' concert film

Published Sun, 24 Nov 2024 03:19:09 GMT

Swifties, we now know when you can watch the "Eras Tour" film right from the comfort of your home.Taylor Swift announced Monday that an extended version of her concert movie will be available to rent on December 13 — which is the singer's birthday.The film will have additional songs including “Wildest Dreams,” “The Archer” and “Long Live.”Swift's "Eras Tour" will be available to stream on demand on Apple TV, YouTube, Prime Video and other services. The rental cost will be $19.89, which is a nod her "1989" album. Prices may vary by retailer. Taylor Swift shakes off wardrobe mishap during Eras Tour show in Brazil The concert film has already made over $178 million in the United States alone.

President Biden is encouraging the release of more hostages

Published Sun, 24 Nov 2024 03:19:09 GMT

WASHINGTON (NEXSTAR) - President Biden confirmed 4-year-old American hostage Abigail Idan made it to Israel, following 50 days in captivity. He says so far, the deal is working."The proof is little Abigail."The president said hostages freed by Hamas are just the beginning."We will not stop working until every hostage is returned."Aid trucks continue to flow into Gaza under the protection of the cease-fire, including much-needed fuel.President Biden says he hopes the pause in fighting will extend beyond Monday."For two purposes. To increase the assistance, get into Gaza civilians who need help and to facilitate the release of hostages."But Ohio Republican Mike Turner says the Biden administration should have pushed for American hostages to be released first."Especially since American aid is going into Gaza right now, into northern Gaza as part of the conditions that Hamas had."California Democrat Ro Khanna is calling for a lasting cease-fire."So, we need a real solution, and tha...

3 injured after CTA bus hits car on South Side

Published Sun, 24 Nov 2024 03:19:09 GMT

CHICAGO -- Three people are injured after a CTA bus struck the side of a vehicle in Calumet Heights Sunday night. According to police, the crash happened near the 1600 block of East 87th Street around 9:25 p.m. A CTA bus, driven by a 28-year-old man was travelling west on 87th Street when it struck the left side of a Chevrolet, driven by a 41-year-old man. Off-duty Chicago officer killed in Oak Lawn crash The 41-year-old driver was transported to University of Chicago Hospital in fair condition. The 28-year-old man and a 34-year-old passenger were transported to Trinity Hospital in good condition. There were no other injuries reported. Citations are pending.

Law enforcement investigating reported suspicious item at Austin airport

Published Sun, 24 Nov 2024 03:19:09 GMT

Editor's note: The above video is from KXAN News Today's top headlines. AUSTIN (KXAN) — The departures/upper level roadway at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport is closed Monday morning due to a reported suspicious item, AUS said on social media. More air traffic controllers coming to Austin airport, according to U.S. congressman Law enforcement officials are currently investigating. The west side ticket counters, Checkpoints 2W and 3 are closed until further notice, AUS said.AUS said all passengers should be dropped off in the lower level/arrival area and should use the east entrances to the terminals.Officials said to expect delays around the airport. Thousands stream in and out of Austin airport for holiday weekend AUS projected 29,000 passengers to fly out of the airport Monday.

Job fair at Rivers Casino and Resort on Tuesday

Published Sun, 24 Nov 2024 03:19:09 GMT

SCHENECTADY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Rivers Casino and Resort Schenectady is hosting a job fair on Tuesday, starting at 1 p.m. and ending at 5 p.m. in the casino's event center. Over 40 jobs need to be filled ranging from entry-level hourly positions to salaried management positions. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! The casino's human resources team will be on-site interviewing applicants for positions ranging from the landing hotel, security, gaming, food and beverage, marketing, IT, environmental services, and more. Some positions include payroll specialist, IT specialist, marketplace shift manager, marketplace sous chef, and more.Applicants are asked to bring their resumes. All applicants must be at least 18 years old, some a minimum of 21 for certain positions. Full-time positions offer paid time off, with medical, dental, and vision plans, with a 401K and more. Vermont man arrested after explosion in Shaftsbury “Rivers Casino is...

Thousands impacted by Warren County power outages

Published Sun, 24 Nov 2024 03:19:09 GMT

WARREN COUNTY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Over 7,000 people lost power across Warren County on Monday, according to National Grid’s outage map. The outages are attributed to snowfall bringing down tree limbs and power lines. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! The winter conditions have also resulted in road closures across the county. Estimated restoration times are currently between 11:30 a.m. and 12 p.m. Check out NEWS10's traffic tracker. You can plan your route and see traffic delays in real-time!

DMV hosts job fair for ShopRite employees

Published Sun, 24 Nov 2024 03:19:09 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- In response to the closures of ShopRite locations around the Capital Region, the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles is hosting a job fair at the Albany headquarters. The job fair is specifically for ShopRite employees. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! “We are always looking for people who are passionate about customer service, and these people have been on the front lines of the industry,” said DMV Commissioner Mark J.F. Schroeder. “We know the timing of the ShopRite store closures just ahead of the holiday season is unfortunate, and we want to give these people an opportunity to rejoin the workforce as quickly as possible.”The job fair is being held on Monday, November 27, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 6 Empire State Plaza (Swan Street Building). ShopRite employees can also submit a resume via email at [email protected].

Vermont man arrested after explosion in Shaftsbury

Published Sun, 24 Nov 2024 03:19:09 GMT

SHAFTSBURY, Vt. (NEWS10) -- A Shaftsbury man was arrested on Saturday after an explosion on Cleveland Avenue in Shaftsbury, Vermont. Anthony Sfogliano, 44, is charged with possession and use of explosives. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Police responded on Saturday to Cleveland Avenue for reports of an explosion. As a result of their investigation, police arrested Sfogliano for using an explosive known as Tannerite without a permit or license to do so. No one was injured as a result of the incident.Sfogliano was issued and released on a citation to answer to the offense on January 29, 2024.