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St. Paul’s Holman Field temporarily closed Tuesday as crews install flood control structures, Ramsey County declares local emergency

Published Fri, 07 Mar 2025 00:55:58 GMT

Operations at St. Paul’s Holman Field airport will temporarily cease Tuesday as crews install flood barriers as the Mississippi River conitinues to rise.The river — expected to reach major flood stage of 17 feet on Wednesday — borders the airport. The Mississippi is expected to crest above 18 feet by the end of the week.The Metropolitan Airport Commission — which owns and operates the airport — sent crews to install a section of its metal plank floodwall system along the east end of the airfield last week, leading to the closure of two runways. MAC officials say these secondary runways will remain closed until the floodwall syste is taken down.The primary runway at the airfield closed at 10 a.m. Tuesday to let workers extend the floodwall system over the south end of the airfield. MAC officials say this will shorten the runway – which is normally 6,491 feet – by 1,150 feet. Workers will restripe the runway’s operational markings Tuesday and reopen it by...

Double homicide investigation underway in St. Paul

Published Fri, 07 Mar 2025 00:55:58 GMT

A double homicide investigation is underway Tuesday after a shooting on St. Paul’s Greater East Side.Investigators are working in and around an apartment building on the 1400 block of East Minnehaha Avenue between Birmingham and Barclay streets.Police did not immediately release more information about the circumstances and said they plan to later this morning.Twin Cities Academy, a charter school for grades 6-12 across from the apartment building, remained in session Tuesday.The school “became aware of an incident” across the street at 7:30 a.m. Tuesday, according to a Facebook post from the school. The executive director spoke “directly to the lead office on scene and there is no danger to the public and the situation is under control,” the post continued.Related ArticlesCrime & Public Safety | Man gets 6 months in county workhouse for biting St. Paul cop outside Target store Crime & Public Safety | Lake Elmo: Teen ch...

New DJ-centric music fest coming to Lake George

Published Fri, 07 Mar 2025 00:55:58 GMT

LAKE GEORGE, N.Y. (NEWS10) - The records will spin in Lake George this summer, with a new music festival joining the likes of summer-long festivities known and loved by locals and visitors alike. The first-ever Lake George DJ Takeover Music Festival comes to the town this July, joining the ranks of events like the Rock the Dock Music Festival and the Lake George Music Festival. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Set for Saturday and Sunday, July 29-30, the DJ Takeover Music Festival is expected to draw DJs from across the Northeast to the Barn at French Mountain, Wild West Ranch, and the Wild Horse Saloon. An announcement from organizer All We Do Is Epic describes the event as a showcase of many genres of music. The current announced DJ lineup includes:Joe BermudezRonnie RaveDJ MegaDJ Mikey BDJ RVMBADJ WillowNVisionDJ Bill KraemerDJ JodiDJ Jerry Bazata/DJ JazTony PlatinvmDJ Mike AlevrasDJ E.N.S.Marky Mark Brenneisen Where to...

518 Free Store opening storefront in Schenectady

Published Fri, 07 Mar 2025 00:55:58 GMT

SCHENECTADY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- In 2020, the 518 Free Store was created to provide support to marginalized communities during the pandemic. Founder Shalonda Faircloth started the business out of her basement, making deliveries to those in need. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Now, the 518 Free Store is getting a public storefront at 435 Liberty Street in Schenectady. The grand opening is set for Saturday, April 22 at 5 p.m. "Being born and raised in Schenectady, I seen the hardships of poverty first hand, and witnessed how the COVID pandemic exacerbated financial hardships in my community, for many marginalized individuals and families these hardships continue to be felt today," said Faircloth. Simone’s Kitchen reopening Coxsackie location The 518 Free Store provides food and household goods to local BIPOC and LGBTQ+ folks impacted by poverty. The program aims to facilitate stronger, healthier communities through equitable ...

Dutchess County SPCA hosts Restaurant Day on April 27

Published Fri, 07 Mar 2025 00:55:58 GMT

HYDE PARK, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Dutchess County SPCA is hosting the "Feed You, Feed Them" restaurant day on Thursday, April 27. All participating restaurants will donate a portion of the proceeds to benefit the animals at the Dutchess County SPCA. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Participating restaurants include:Brasserie, PoughkeepsieCharlotte’s, MillbrookDarby O’Gills, Hyde ParkEl Azteca, PoughkeepsieEl Rey Mexican Eatery, Hyde ParkEmy Delights and Bites, Hyde ParkFour Brothers, RhinebeckGolden Russet Cafe, RhinebeckJoseph’s Steakhouse, Hyde ParkKitchen and Coffee, BeaconPatsy’s Roadhouse, Hopewell JunctionRed Hook Diner, Red HookSpirits Lab, Newburgh“We’re so excited for ‘Feed You, Feed Them’ and honored that so many of our favorite establishments from around the Hudson Valley are enthusiastic about supporting our work,” said DCSPCA Executive Director Lynne Meloccaro. “The pandemic has greatly impacted restaurants, and t...

VSP: Vermonter charged with grand larceny, lying to police

Published Fri, 07 Mar 2025 00:55:58 GMT

RUTLAND, Vt. (NEWS10) -- A Rutland man was arrested on Sunday, April 2, for driving a stolen car and lying to police, according to Vermont State Police. Jorge Pena, 41, faces several charges. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! On Sunday, April 2, around 12:09 p.m., Vermont State Police at the Rutland Barracks were tipped off a stolen car in Rutland. Police say through an investigation, it was determined Pena was driving the car without the owner's permission and knowingly gave the wrong information to officers. Charges:Aggravated operation without consentGrand larcenyFalse information to a police officerRegistering a motor vehicle for which the applicant is not the owner NYSP: Albany man chases child bicyclist with his car Pena was processed at the Rutland Barracks on Monday. He was released on a citation for a later date and time.

Bring your four-legged friend to the Furry Fun Run 5K!

Published Fri, 07 Mar 2025 00:55:58 GMT

SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Looking for a fun outdoor activity to do with your four-legged friend?! On Saturday, April 22, Peppertree Rescue is hosting the 15th Annual Furry Fun Run, a run/walk for people and dogs! Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! The run serves as a fundraiser to benefit Peppertree Rescue, a 501(c)3 that finds homes for dogs in need. The run will kick off at the Saratoga Warming Hut off the Avenue of the Pines in Saratoga State Park.Registration for the event is required. The fee is $30 to pre-register before April 20 and $35 on race day. The event will be timed by White Knight Timing and Race Management. Peppertree Rescue asks participants to be mindful of the following information and rules:All pre-registrants will receive a goody bag as supplies last.There is a maximum of two dogs per person. Please leave reactive or aggressive dogs at home.Peppertree Rescue reserves the right to turn away dogs or...

Southwest Airlines flights temporarily paused due to “intermittent technology issues”

Published Fri, 07 Mar 2025 00:55:58 GMT

Southwest Airlines asked the Federal Aviation Administration to ground all of the airline’s departures after they reported “intermittent technology issues” on social media, and nearly 200 of their flights at Denver International Airport have been delayed as of 9:06 a.m.The Federal Aviation Administration reported the issue was resolved at 9:10 a.m. and the airline’s service has resumed.This morning @SouthwestAir experienced a technical issue with one of their internal systems. At the airline’s request, the FAA paused Southwest’s departures as they resolved the issue. The pause has been lifted and their service has resumed.— The FAA (@FAANews) April 18, 2023Numerous Southwest customers began reporting issues over an hour ago on Twitter, and the airline responded to some tweets citing the technology issues.We have had to implement a ground stop as a result of intermittent issues that were experienced, and we should hopefully be resuming our operation as...

California's Mission-style Burrito among 'most loathed' fast foods in U.S., survey finds

Published Fri, 07 Mar 2025 00:55:58 GMT

Dieting can be both a gift and a curse.On the one hand, you are being healthy. On the other hand, you are giving up some of your favorite foods.FeastGood, a nutritional website, polled 3,000 dieters asking which fast food dish they find hardest to resist. The study revealed the most-loathed foods from each U.S. state.In the Golden State, California's "Mission-style Burrito," like those found at Chipotle, Qdoba, Baja Fresh and countless other Mexican food chains, ranks 12th on the list. The tasty dish includes a large flour tortilla filled with rice, beans, meat (such as grilled chicken, steak or pork), cheese, sour cream, guacamole, salsa, and other toppings like lettuce, onions or cilantro. Taco Bell to resurrect discontinued item after fans vote to bring it back "The combination of ingredients creates a burst of flavors and textures, with the rice providing a soft and fluffy texture, the beans adding a creamy and savory element, and the meat providing a rich and smoky flavor," F...

Your tax refund could be smaller than last year. Here's why

Published Fri, 07 Mar 2025 00:55:58 GMT

NEW YORK (AP) — Expecting a tax refund? It could be smaller than last year. And with inflation still high, that money won't go as far as it did a year ago. The more than 100 million taxpayers who have had their returns processed as of April 7 got refunds that were an average of 9.3% less than last year, in part due to pandemic relief programs expiring. The filing deadline for most taxpayers is Tuesday, though it has been extended for parts of California, Alabama, Georgia, New York, Tennessee, Arkansas, Mississippi and Indiana that were hard hit by severe weather.The average refund is $2,878, down from $3,175, a difference of nearly $300, according to the most recent IRS data available.For many households, especially working families, the tax refund is the biggest one-time financial windfall of the year, said Kathy Pickering, chief tax officer of H&R Block. “We know that working families in general are the most cash-strapped," she said, adding that the expanded earned income tax ...