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📅 Upcoming Events in Watertown NY for the Week

☁️ Somerset KY Weather Update

Upcoming Events in Somerset KY for the Week

May 13

mean girls musical

May 17

inner harbor battle of the wings

May 19

The German Romantics: Kyle Ramey, organ

Mother-Son Showdown

Giant Leap for Wildlife Conservation as L.A.'s Massive Overpass Begins Construction

The construction of the world's largest wildlife crossing over an 8-lane freeway near Los Angeles has marked a key milestone with the installation of its first girders. Aimed at protecting local mountain lions and other wildlife, the bridge will reconnect two critical biodiversity areas in Southern California. This project, supported by the National Wildlife Federation and Caltrans, will also help reduce the number of wildlife-related traffic accidents, which claim hundreds of lives in the U.S. annually.

Food and Shelter: New Braunfels Food Bank Addresses Housing Crisis

The San Antonio Food Bank in New Braunfels, Texas, is planning to build a 51-unit affordable housing complex adjacent to its facility to help those struggling with the high costs of living. This initiative aims to allow residents to shift financial resources from food to housing, thereby enhancing their overall stability. The project is in response to the increasing homelessness in the area due to rapid population growth.

Heroic Eighth Grader Takes Control of Runaway School Bus, Praised by Local Officials

Acie Holland III, a 14-year-old student, heroically took control of his school bus in Wisconsin after the driver fainted, safely parking it and averting potential disaster. His swift actions earned him praise from local authorities and helped him gain newfound confidence.

St. Lawrence County Woman Convicted of Manslaughter Released Early

Shirley R. Winters, a 66-year-old woman from St. Lawrence County, was released from prison this Friday after serving approximately 17 years of a 25-year sentence. Her convictions, which date back to 2008, include two counts of first-degree manslaughter for the deaths of two children in separate incidents, one in St. Lawrence County and the other in Onondaga County. Despite her release, she will remain under civil confinement, as stated by the district attorney who once described her as a "serial killer."

Food Truck Fiesta: Syracuse's Gastronomic Showdown Begins

The 2024 Syracuse Food Truck Battle commenced at the New York State Fairgrounds, with 60 food trucks competing by offering tasty $5 samples. The event, which began on Friday evening, will continue through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., providing a feast of flavors for attendees.

Saints' NCAA Run Ends in Heartbreaker Against St. John Fisher

The St. Lawrence Men's Lacrosse Team's season ended in a close 11-10 defeat against St. John Fisher in the third round of the NCAA Division 3 Championships. Ben Hutchinson led the Saints with 5 goals. Despite the loss, the team celebrated another successful season under Coach Mike Mahoney, who is close to achieving 300 career wins.