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RCMP data shows mental health related calls up in Lethbridge County

Published Mon, 11 Nov 2024 15:15:02 GMT

By Erika MathieuSunny South NewsRCMP data shows mental health calls are up in Lethbridge County.Despite the increases to mental health related calls in Lethbridge County,  Alberta Health Services (AHS) has not yet offered a timeline on when a mental health nurse position will be filled, as part of the Regional Police and Crisis Team (RPACT), a mobile response team comprised of a trained AHS mental health provider, and an RCMP officer to provide mental health supports to calls where mental health and mental illness are a factor.In September 2022, Staff Sergeant of the Coaldale and Picture Butte RCMP detachments, Mike Numan, shared the news of the detachment’s involvement with the Regional Police and Crisis Team (RPACT), which was supposed to see RCMP officers responding to mental health calls in the South Zone alongside a registered AHS mental health nurse.Within the County, mental health calls rose from 15 in Q3 in 2021, to 21 in Q3 of 2022.“Those are attributed to dependencies on d...

Roman Catholic Diocese of Albany files for bankruptcy

Published Mon, 11 Nov 2024 15:15:02 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- On Wednesday, the Roman Catholic Diocese of Albany filed for reorganization under Chapter 11 of the United States Bankruptcy Code. Parishes and Catholic Schools of the Diocese aren't a part of the filing, as they are separately incorporated under New York State’s Religious Corporations Law. Get all of the latest news, weather, sports, and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! “We maintain global mediation would have provided the most equitable distribution of the Diocese’s limited financial resources,” said Bishop Edward B. Scharfenberger, Bishop of Albany, “but as more Child Victims Act (CVA) cases reached large settlements, our limited self-insurance funds which have been paying those settlements, have been depleted. The Chapter 11 filing is the best way, at this point, to ensure that all Victim/Survivors with pending CVA litigation will receive some compensation. The decision to file was not arrived at easily and I know it may cause pain and suff...

Rensselaer County announces electronic recycling event

Published Mon, 11 Nov 2024 15:15:02 GMT

TROY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- On Saturday, March 25, the Rensselaer County Legislature and the Environmental Management Council are hosting a countywide electronics recycling event. From 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., residents can bring acceptable items to the Rensselaer County Office Building parking lot at 1600 7th Avenue in Troy. Get all of the latest news, weather, sports, and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Accepted items are:Air Conditioners/DehumidifiersHubs/Routers (Computer Networking Devices)Printers/Copiers/Fax Machines/ScannersAppliances: Washers, Dryers, and other metal-based appliancesInk Cartridges Safes and Strong BoxesAudio/Video EquipmentKeyboardsScientific EquipmentBusiness MachinesLaptopsServersCable or Satellite ReceiversLCD Monitors/TerminalsTablesCash RegistersMailing Equipment Telecommunications EquipmentCell Phones/Smart PhonesMainframe/Midrange TypewritersCircuit BoardsMetal Objects: Bikes, Swing Sets, Basketball Hoops, Grills, Washers, DryersUPS Units (batt...

Cambridge capital project going to a vote

Published Mon, 11 Nov 2024 15:15:02 GMT

CAMBRIDGE, N.Y. (NEWS10) - Cambridge Central School District is set to go to vote next week on the $11 million first phase of a capital project that aims to give students a new performing arts space, and renovate other parts of the building. The plan would do so at no cost to taxpayers. Get all of the latest news, weather, sports, and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! The project, priced at $11,760,000, is covered for 79.5% of its cost by state aid. That's not the only factor in keeping the project tax-neutral. The district has timed the project to coincide with the retirement of old debts from a previous project (debt retires after 15 years). "Just like a home, school facilities need regular attention and upkeep to continue to operate. The cost of keeping up with the daily wear and tear can rise above what the annual school budget can support. Renovation projects, also referred to as capital projects, are a way for school districts to access state aid to complete a lar...

Vermont singer Noah Kahan coming to SPAC

Published Mon, 11 Nov 2024 15:15:02 GMT

SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Vermont singer and songwriter, Noah Kahan added some new tour dates including a performance at the Saratoga Performing Arts Center (SPAC). Kahan released his Stick Season Summer tour in December 2022 featuring a show at The Palace Theater. Get all of the latest news, weather, sports, and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! The folk-infused pop singer will make his way to Saratoga Springs on September 2. Kahan also added dates in Syracuse, Connecticut, New Hampshire, Colorado and Massachusetts. Fans can register for the Verified Fan before March 19 for a chance to be selected for the Verified Fan presale on March 22. Additional presale will run throughout the week before the general sale starts on March 24.

Hudson Crossing Park receives $26K grant

Published Mon, 11 Nov 2024 15:15:02 GMT

SCHUYLERVILLE, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Hudson Crossing Park has received a $26,000 grant from the Greenway Conservancy for the Hudson River Valley. The grant will go toward restoring and rehabilitating some of the park's most popular trails, including the Riverwalk Sensory Trail, designed to welcome visitors of all abilities for easy access by those with mobility challenges. Get all of the latest news, weather, sports, and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Welcoming over 30,000 visitors a year, along with naturally occurring erosion and plant growth, led to the need for improvements along the trail. The Greenway Conservancy for the Hudson River Valley is a public benefit corporation established in part to support the creation of the Hudson River Valley Greenway Trail System, a trail network providing physical and visual access to the Hudson River from New York City to the Capital Region.“We’re honored to receive this funding to help improve the trails that run throughout ...

KFC offering college tuition coverage for employees

Published Mon, 11 Nov 2024 15:15:02 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- In partnership with Western Governors University (WGU), the KFC Foundation is offering 100% paid tuition coverage for employees while attending WGU. This partnership gives workers access to more than 60 degree and certification programs in business, information technology, education and healthcare. Get all of the latest news, weather, sports, and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Western Governors University is an accredited online university. Students learn and progress through competency-based education, rather than semester completion. WGU currently has more than 3,400 students and 6,300 alumni in New York. “Every year we look for new ways to support and enhance the lives of KFC restaurant employees,” said Emma Horn, Executive Director of the KFC Foundation. “What better opportunity to be able to offer team members than a flexible college degree program from Western Governors University that can fit seamlessly into their schedule." ‘The Voi...

Stillwater announces cleanup day on May 6

Published Mon, 11 Nov 2024 15:15:02 GMT

STILLWATER, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- On May 6, residents of Stillwater can bring their trash and non-hazardous debris to the Town Highway Garage on Lansing Road. Fees for the cleanup day are $5 per carload, $10 for pick-up trucks, and $20 for single-axle dump trucks. Get all of the latest news, weather, sports, and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! U-Hauls, large trailers, or box trucks will not be allowed. Items that are accepted are Brush (bundled and nothing larger than 3 in diameter), Leaves (must be bagged), Metal (appliances), Furniture and other non-hazardous materials, Lumber, and Garbage.The Town Highway Garage will not accept paint, tar, oil, chemicals, or such containers, and batteries. No tires will be accepted, nor will construction materials. TVs and computers are no longer accepted. Freon must be drained from all appliances! ‘The Voice’ winner to perform in Saratoga Springs Proof of residence will be required. The Town can decline loads larger than it can handle.

'The Voice' winner to perform in Saratoga Springs

Published Mon, 11 Nov 2024 15:15:02 GMT

SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Sawyer Fredericks, the winner of season eight of the reality singing show "The Voice" will perform at Caffe Lena in Saratoga Springs on Saturday, September 2, from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. Tickets for the event will go on sale on Friday. Get all of the latest news, weather, sports, and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! The 23-year-old, originally from Newtown, Connecticut, moved to Fultonville, New York at eight. Fredericks competed on the popular TV singing competition "The Voice" in 2015 and won, becoming the youngest male winner at 16. Fredericks specializes in contemporary folk, folk, and blues and is also a songwriter. He's known for his albums "Flowers for You," "Hide Your Ghost," and "A Good Storm."

Winter lovers brave the storm for late-season skiing

Published Mon, 11 Nov 2024 15:15:02 GMT

WINDHAM, N.Y. (NEWS10) — Even in the midst of a snowstorm, winter lovers are no strangers to the slopes at Windham Mountain. Get all of the latest news, weather, sports, and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! “Got a place nearby," Paul Cargo said. "I was in Florida last week missing all the best snow of the year, so finally, I was able just to head up when the forecast said 'snow.'"Some even traveled to the Catskills ahead of the intense snowfall just to take advantage of fresh powder. “We typically try to chase any storm that comes up in New England so this seemed like it might be the last one of the year," Zach Baron said. Meet the Colonie man fixing model trains Windham Mountain navigated challenges this winter with less snow than usual earlier in the season, adapting by making fake snow in hopes people will still come out to the mountain. Leaders at the ski resort and those looking for a thrill are all hoping to take in their last winter moments before the spring....