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Investigation into stolen plow results in two arrests

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 11:01:45 GMT

STILLWATER, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- State Police arrested two Stillwater residents following an investigation into a stolen plow. Nicholas R. Scoville, 35, and Lee M. Scoville, 38, were taken into custody on December 22. Get the latest news, weather, sports and more delivered right to your inbox! A Stillwater resident reported the plow stolen on December 10. Police say Nicholas Scoville reportedly stole the plow. He then conspired with Lee Scoville to hide the plow at the latter's property. He was charged with grand larceny in the third degree and conspiracy in the sixth degree.Lee Scoville allegedly became uncooperative with law enforcement and caused injury to a Trooper. L. Scoville was charged with criminal possession of stolen property in the third degree and conspiracy in the sixth degree.Both were arraigned at the Stillwater Town Court. They were released on their own recognizance.

Record $1.6B Mega Millions jackpot claimed in Florida

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 11:01:45 GMT

TAMPA (WFLA) — The largest-ever Mega Millions jackpot—$1.602 billion hit by a single ticket sold in Florida four months ago—was claimed, but we still don't exactly know who the winner is. They came forward in late September, nearly two months after hitting the jackpot off a ticket sold at a Publix in Neptune Beach. Get the latest news, weather, sports and more delivered right to your inbox! Under Florida law, however, the winner's name wasn't released. Florida is one of a number of states that, at least temporarily, withholds the names of major lottery prize winners. After 90 days, a winner's name is no longer confidential in Florida. As of Christmas, the Florida Lottery was legally allowed to release the name of the record-setting Mega Millions winner. And on Wednesday, lottery officials confirmed the winner's identity: an entity called Saltines Holdings, LLC, which decided to take the jackpot's one-time, lump-sum cash payment of $794,248,882. The biggest Capital Region lotto w...

Nurses at St. Louis University Hospital begin two-day strike

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 11:01:45 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Union nurses at SSM Health St. Louis University Hospital are beginning a two-day strike on Wednesday.It starts at 7:00 a.m. In a statement, SSM Health says it has a plan in place to ensure there is no disruption in hospital care. They plan to bring in nurses from staffing agencies to fill in. The union says it gave the hospital notice of the strike on December 15 so that it could prepare. Check the radar: Storm system returns, this time with snow  'National Nurses United' has been in negotiations for a new labor agreement with SSM since May. They're concerned about patient care,  safe staffing, and workplace violence.They held a 24-hour strike in September.

More than 30 protesters arrested after blocking lanes near LAX 

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 11:01:45 GMT

Dozens of protesters blocked lanes outside an entrance to LAX, and the Los Angeles Police Department has announced that more than 30 people have been arrested in connection with the demonstration, which was described as "not...peaceful."The Los Angeles Airport Police Department first reported the protest at the Century Boulevard entrance near Sepulveda Boulevard at 9:25 a.m. Wednesday Thieves take wallet from woman as she waits with baby for carousel: video Footage captured by Sky5 shows dozens of demonstrators, who were calling for a ceasefire in Israel and Palestine, running from authorities through streets and parking lots.According to KTLA 5’s Rich Prickett, many of the protesters could be charged with battery on a police officer and rioting. “[Police] are interested in taking everyone involved in that protest into custody,” Prickett said. “Not all of these people are going to be successful in getting away here.” “What may have started out as a peaceful protest will ...

The five most expensive reported home sales in Palo Alto the week of Dec. 11

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 11:01:45 GMT

A house that sold for $5.2 million tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in Palo Alto in the past week.In total, five residential real estate sales were recorded in the area during the past week, with an average price of $3.6 million. The average price per square foot ended up at $1,579.The prices in the list below concern real estate sales where the title was recorded during the week of Dec. 11 even if the property may have been sold earlier.5. $2.7 million, single-family house in the 800 block of Lytton Ave.The property in the 800 block of Lytton Ave. in Palo Alto has new owners. The price was $2,700,000. The house was built in 1926 and has a living area of 1,388 square feet. The price per square foot is $1,945. The house features three bedrooms and one bathrooms.Lytton Avenue4. $2.9 million, single-family residence in the 4300 block of Miranda Ave.The sale of the single-family residence in the 4300 block of Miranda Ave., Palo Alto, has been finalized. ...

Bay Area arts: 11 cool shows and films to see this weekend

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 11:01:45 GMT

Whether you’re looking for a show with which to ring in 2024 or just something fin to do over the weekend, you have have some great options, including great concerts, comedy shows and classical music recitals, not to mention a movie that will fascinate all foodies.Here’s a partial roundup.Note: It’s a good idea to check venues’ Covid health policies before heading out.3 cool concerts to ring in ’24Here are three shows worth checking out on New Year’s Eve:Lee Fields: The R&B great has been in the game for a long time, having released the debut single “Bewildered” (with a flip side of “Tell Her I Love Her”) way back in 1969. He’s still going strong more than a half century later, drawing new fans and finding critical acclaim with such efforts as 2019’s “It Rains Love” and 2022’s “Sentimental Fool.” The vocalist ends the year with two shows, Saturday and Sunday, at the Chapel in Sa...

Fire caused by wall furnace kills 95-year-old woman in her Oakland home

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 11:01:45 GMT

OAKLAND — A 95-year-old woman was killed in a fire at her East Oakland home Wednesday morning, officials said.Her name has not yet been released.Related ArticlesCrime and Public Safety | Vacant harbor master’s office at San Leandro Marina destroyed by fire Crime and Public Safety | Car catches fire in eastbound Caldecott Tunnel Crime and Public Safety | Christmas morning fire in San Leandro apartment building displaces three people Crime and Public Safety | Car fire spreads into vegetation, burns 20 acres near Pittsburg Crime and Public Safety | Letters: Ghost Ship | Vote Democrat | Who Musk is | Grand juries The fire started about 2:52 a.m. Wednesday in the 2900 block of Partridge Avenue, according to Oakland fire spokesman Michael Hunt.The woman, who lived alone, was pronounced dead in her home from burns and smoke inhalation. Hunt said the fire was accidental in nature and was caused by a ...

Jags QB Trevor Lawrence misses practice and insists he’ll ‘do anything’ to play against Carolina

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 11:01:45 GMT

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence was a spectator at practice Wednesday, giving his sprained right shoulder time to heal while insisting he will “do anything I can to be out there and play.”Lawrence wore a wristband and held a play-calling sheet during practice, though, an indication he’s planning to play when the Jaguars (8-7) host Carolina (2-13) on Sunday. But Lawrence acknowledged that this injury is different from the others he’s dealt with this season.“This is a little unique ’cause it’s the throwing shoulder, which can make things a little more challenging as a quarterback,” Lawrence said. “Kind of hard to work around that.”Lawrence sprained his AC joint while diving for a first down on a fourth-and-1 play in the third quarter of Sunday’s 30-12 loss at Tampa Bay. He could barely lift his arm in the locker room after the game.He was ineffective before he got hurt, throwing two interceptions and losing a fum...

Man United set to enter a new Ratcliffe era with spotlight on January transfers and Ten Hag’s future

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 11:01:45 GMT

MANCHESTER, England (AP) — Fans of Manchester United know 2024 will be anything but boring as the club tries once again to end a period of on-field decline that has lasted 10 years for the record 20-time English league champions.British billionaire Jim Ratcliffe agreed Sunday — Christmas Eve — to buy a minority stake in United. The owner of petrochemicals giant INEOS, and a number of sports teams, will also take charge of United’s soccer operations. The announcement of the deal, worth around $1.6 billion, came more than a year after American owners the Glazers put United up for sale in November 2022. The deal requires Premier League approval.Here’s a look at the people involved and issues likely to be raised by the deal, including the future of United manager Erik ten Hag.JIM RATCLIFFEThe 71-year-old Ratcliffe is one of the richest people in Britain and a boyhood United fan from Greater Manchester. He already owns French club Nice and cycling team INEOS Grenadiers. He is a one...

Hilton hotel with speakeasy coming to Farm Brew Live in Manassas

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 11:01:45 GMT

The new Hilton hotel design for Manassas. (Courtesy HolladayProperties.com) The new Hilton hotel design for Manassas. (Courtesy HolladayProperties.com) A Hilton hotel featuring a wine bar and speakeasy is coming to the Farm Brew Live campus near Manassas.Holladay Properties has announced Tempo by Hilton will be the planned hotel at the growing hospitality and entertainment development. The 60,000-square-foot, 90-room hotel is scheduled to open in mid-2025.“In a strategic joint partnership with Villagio Hospitality Group, Holladay will develop this innovative hotel concept from Hilton that is poised to redefine the hospitality experience,” states a news release from Holladay. “ …the Tempo will feature an open lobby...