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Clifton Park buys land to grow Garnsey Park

Published Thu, 06 Mar 2025 11:44:55 GMT

CLIFTON PARK, N.Y. (NEWS10) - The town of Clifton Park has purchased a 1.91-acre plot of land as a method of investing in its history. The town has purchased the vacant property at 1503 and 1505 State Route 146 - right next door to a park and trail in need of extension. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! The land is adjacent to Garnsey Park, a more than 248-acre area of green land at the western end of Clifton Park. It's home to the Garnsey yellow trail, which is now set to be extended using the new parcels of land. The property also allows the park to grow closer to the historic Garnsey family cemetery.The Garnsey name is significant to the history of Clifton Park. Nathan Garnsey is remembered as an early settler of Clifton Park, and his son, Nathan Garnsey Jr., served as the community's second town supervisor in 1829. Another family member, Mercy Harris Garnsey, was a witness to the assassination of President Abraham Lincoln...

Hochul under scrutiny: Budget ads paid for by Bloomberg

Published Thu, 06 Mar 2025 11:44:55 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (WTEN) -- Governor Hochul has come under scrutiny after the New York Times reported her most recent campaign initiatives were funded by former New York City mayor and billionaire, Michael Bloomberg. Our Capitol Correspondent Amal Tlaige spoke with experts who explained why this could be an issue.  Jerry Seinfeld among biggest Hochul donors You may have seen recent mail pieces or maybe a digital ad encouraging New Yorkers to support the Governor's budget proposal. Critics are saying because of The Times report, the budget could help billionaires rather than your average New Yorker. "There were suspicions about which billionaire was paying for the ads and it came out clearly yesterday that it’s Mike Bloomberg, the richest person in New York," said Michael Kink, Executive Director of Smart Economy for All Coalition says billionaires use their money to  push unpopular policies. While the Governor is proposing no increase on income taxes the legislature has a different pla...

St. Louis Paneras testing Amazon palm payments

Published Thu, 06 Mar 2025 11:44:55 GMT

ST. LOUIS -- Amazon is testing its palm-scanning payment technology at two St. Louis Bread Company locations. Swiping your palm over the device brings up rewards information, account history, and allows customers to pay. Amazon expects to expand the technology to 10 or 20 more stores over the next few months.The payment system is coming to St. Louis Bread Company locations on Clayton Road in Town and Country and on St. Charles Rock Road in Bridgeton. It is already in Whole Foods, Amazon Go stores, and some sports venues. Amazon is testing the cashier-less technology at more than 200 stores outside the company, according to Reuters. Person of interest wanted for killing two people in Troy, Missouri How does it work? Customers need to link their Panera loyalty accounts to Amazon One. Then enable identification and payments. The scanners are located near the cash registers. One swipe and you're done.Adding the payment technology to Panera locations would mean a massive increase in sc...

St. Louis man admits robbing escort at gunpoint

Published Thu, 06 Mar 2025 11:44:55 GMT

ST. LOUIS – A St. Louis man appeared in federal court Wednesday and admitted to robbing and assaulting an escort at gunpoint in 2021.Prosecutors with the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Missouri said Antwan R. Johnson, 24, used an online personals site to meet an escort and arrange a meeting with her on Aug. 17, 2021.Johnson told the court that he pulled a gun on her while they were parked in the 4200 block of Cote Brilliante Avenue, and stole her purse, two cellphones, and cash. He admitted to striking her in the head with his gun and threatening her. He fired two shots at the woman's vehicle as she drove away, and hit the car with one round. Person of interest wanted for killing two people in Troy, Missouri Johnson pleaded guilty to a federal armed robbery charge and to possessing and brandishing a firearm in furtherance of a crime of violence.The court will sentence Johnson on June 27. He faces a mandatory minimum of seven years for the gun charge, which will...

Fox, Dominion argue over legal standards to prove defamation

Published Thu, 06 Mar 2025 11:44:55 GMT

By RANDALL CHASE (Associated Press)WILMINGTON, Del. (AP) — Lawyers for Fox News and a voting machine company tangled Wednesday over the high bar to prove defamation in a $1.6 billion lawsuit that has embarrassed the conservative network over its airing of false claims related to the 2020 presidential election.The argument is at the heart of each side’s attempt to persuade a Delaware judge that he should grant summary judgment in its favor and avoid a jury trial scheduled to start next month that would focus in part on media protections afforded in a nearly six-decade-old libel standard.Denver-based Dominion Voting Systems claims that Fox program hosts, with the knowledge of executives for both Fox News and parent company Fox Corp., repeatedly allowed allies of former President Donald Trump to falsely claim that the machines and the software the company used were responsible for Trump’s election loss. Documents released during the lawsuit have shown that top Fox exe...

Man arrested in San Pedro shooting that left 4 injured

Published Thu, 06 Mar 2025 11:44:55 GMT

A 22-year-old man was arrested in connection with a shooting that left four people injured in San Pedro earlier this month.The shooing was reported around 5:45 p.m. March 4 at Royal Palms Beach Park at 1800 W. Paseo Del Mar. 5 hospitalized in San Pedro beach shooting The victims were approached by two suspects and the groups were involved in an argument, according to the Los Angeles Police Department.The altercation turned violent and five people were struck by gunfire. Several people ran away from the area and numerous 911 calls were made about the shooting, police said.Authorities responded and found four victims at the scene who were eventually taken to a hospital. Three of the victims were in stable condition, while one was last reported in critical condition. The fifth victim had self transported to a hospital and was treated for multiple gunshot wounds. He is also expected to recover. The suspect, Jose Ortega, of Orange, was one of the people injured during the incident, pol...

Will the LAUSD employee strike go past its three-day mark?

Published Thu, 06 Mar 2025 11:44:55 GMT

About 1,000 Los Angeles Unified District schools remain closed on Wednesday as union workers strike against the district to get a 30% pay raise, respect on the job and more staff.The strike has the support of as many as 60,000 members of the Local 99 of Service Employees International Union and United Teachers Los Angeles. Los Angeles public schools closed for second day amid union workers strike Demonstrators walked off the job on Tuesday and Wednesday and the strike will continue until Thursday unless union leaders and the school district agree on a deal.But what happens if no deal is reached in time?Officials told KTLA that SEIU Local 99 members are still planning to return to their job sites on Friday. The move would likely reopen all LAUSD schools that have been closed since the strike began.The official LAUSD Twitter account announced Tuesday afternoon that district officials have been communicating with SEIU Local 99 members. Still, no resolution has been announced.Even tho...

Clippers' Paul George avoids serious knee injury, team says

Published Thu, 06 Mar 2025 11:44:55 GMT

Los Angeles Clippers star Paul George will be reevaluated in two to three weeks after he injured his right knee during Tuesday night's loss against the Oklahoma City Thunder.George was injured as he went up for a rebound in the fourth quarter. Video of the injury appeared to show the 32-year-old forward's knee buckle inward as he came down hard onto the court.George went down in a heap and appeared to be unable to put weight on his right leg as he exited the court with the assistance of Clippers staffers.The Athletic Reported Tuesday night that George left the arena on the back of a cart and was seen using crutches.Despite fears that George suffered a serious knee injury that would knock him out for the remainder of the regular season and possibly the NBA Playoffs, the team announced Wednesday morning that he suffered a sprained right knee.Los Angeles Clippers forward Paul George lies on the court after an injury during the second half of an the team's NBA basketball game against th...

‘There’s No Get-Rich-Quick-Scheme’ – Investment Expert Vittorio Rigato’s Approach in a Nutshell

Published Thu, 06 Mar 2025 11:44:55 GMT

Investing is a classic game of patience and understanding. With over ten years of experience in the financial world, Vittorio Rigato understands this better than anyone else. As the founder of Stoic Money and an experienced investment coach, he is well-positioned to advise on how to become an investment expert.In 2020, after managing a 7-figure portfolio for five years, Vittorio realized that anybody could be a successful investor with the right knowledge, strategy, and mindset. He believed that you could reach true success if you carry out your investment endeavors by yourself rather than relying on traditional advisors who do care for money but not yours.Vittorio started his coaching business to help employees and professionals to learn the basics of investing and reach Financial Freedom with absolute certainty.This venture aims to manifest the mindset and strategy needed to lead a successful life. Regardless of income, situation, or goals, anyone can make ‘work optional’ and reac...

David The Priest King Looks to Save the World With New Book

Published Thu, 06 Mar 2025 11:44:55 GMT

In a world that often seems to be teetering on the edge of chaos, one man has made it his mission to guide people toward their higher selves and unlock their hidden potential. David The Priest King, a teacher of higher self-transformation and a major influencer in the growing American Indian community, recently released a self-help book titled, It’s Not A Caterpillar. This intriguing title captures the essence of metamorphosis and personal growth that the book promises to deliver.Born from a tumultuous upbringing in a family that struggled to love him, David faced adversity from the very beginning. His father wanted him aborted and even attempted to explain his disdain for him during his 20s. Despite these challenges, David’s unwavering self-love and determination have propelled him to remarkable heights. His unique upbringing, surrounded by gangsters and the women who loved them, instilled in him a drive to rise above his circumstances and help others do the same.In 2019, David suc...