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County approves up to $250k for desludging at Shaughnessy lagoon

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:12:58 GMT

By Erika MathieuSunny South NewsLethbridge County Council has approved an additional operating expenditure budget of up to $250,000 in order to move forward quickly with wastewater lagoon desludging in the hamlet of Shaughnessy.Recently, wastewater lagoons within Lethbridge County underwent a third-party hydrological survey to determine the level of sludge accumulation. This survey revealed that in Shaughnessy,  the main collection cells of the lagoon system are filled beyond their capacity, resulting in the system not functioning as intended. According to surveys results, Shaughnessy is the only area requiring attention at this time, but was identified as requiring immediate maintenance due to “significant sludge build-up” in the wastewater collection lagoons.Director of public operations for Lethbridge County, Jeremy Wickson, noted during the July 6 County council meeting that it is crucial to complete this cleaning this year, and cautioned that any delay in the desludging work co...

Picture Butte to bring back Terry Fox Run

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:12:58 GMT

By Erika MathieuSunny South NewsThe Town of Picture Butte will see the return of a Terry Fox Run this fall.For many years, the event has not been held in the town, however a delegation was made to council during the June 26 regular meeting requesting Council’s support in bringing the event back to town.Resident and event organizer, Sarah van Gunst told council the run, which occurs as a means to fundraise for cancer research, has not been run in Picture Butte, “in quite a long time,” adding, “we are really interested to bring it back to Picture Butte.” The proposed date of the event is Saturday, Sept. 23.As is the case with all Terry Fox events, proceeds raised are all donated to thee Terry Fox Foundation where it is then invested into cancer research.“What we are here (for) today is to just communicate with the Town of Picture Butte and gain your support in hosting this run.”Council was told the event would not require the authorization of any road closures and would utilize the To...

Apprentice from Lethbridge County named Canada’s Top Heavy Vehicle Tech

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:12:58 GMT

By Erika MathieuSunny South NewsHaling from Lethbridge County, local heavy vehicle apprentice, Walter Loedeman has been named the best heavy vehicle tech in Canada.Loedeman, who is about to be a fourth-year apprentice in the Heavy Equipment Technology program at Lethbridge College has already taken home gold medals in the provincial Skills Alberta.Loedeman is currently employed full-time as he works toward graduating from the apprentice program at Lethbridge College, is keen on working with heavy vehicles.“Basically, within the the heavy vehicle tech category contains several couple main categories such as electrical fault diagnosis and repair, engine diagnosis and rebuilding, hydraulic testing and repair, and added, “basically fixing anything that breaks.”In May of 2023, Loedeman competed in the Skills Canada competition, placing first in the Heavy Vehicle Tech category, and move on to the world stage to showcase his skills in 2024.After expressing some nervousness during the first...

DEC: Wet trails, high water in Adirondacks this week

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:12:58 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) - The week started off with heavy rain and flooding for much of the Capital Region and parts of the North Country. The forecast for Thursday night? More rain. Anyone looking to hit Adirondack trails is in for a muddy hike. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! This week, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation is advising that the trails will be muddy, and the water will be high. Many high-elevation Adirondack trails are built on thin soil that can become dangerous easily when wet. Such trails are best avoided, both for the safety of hikers and the durability of trails. Boots sliding on thin soil can accelerate erosion and damage vegetation. Current wet conditions can also lead to hypothermia.Even away from high-elevation trails, Adirondack adventurers should also take care when hiking anywhere near water. The DEC has put a high-water advisory out for the Adirondack Park, as streams and r...

Things to do in the Capital Region this weekend: July 14-16

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:12:58 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The weekend is almost here! From opening weekend at the Saratoga Race Course to Schenectady County SummerNight to Dave Matthews Band at SPAC, there are quite a few things happening on July 14, July 15, and July 16. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Here are some of the events going on around the Capital Region this weekend.Friday, July 14Opening weekend at the Saratoga Race CourseDave Matthews Band, Saratoga Performing Arts Center, 7:30 p.m. You can still buy tickets on the Live Nation website.Schenectady County SummerNight, downtown Schenectady, 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.Tri-City ValleyCats vs. Evansville Otters, Joseph L. Bruno Stadium in Troy, 6:30 p.m. You can buy tickets on the Tri-City ValleyCats website.Honky Tonk Angels, Capital Repertory Theatre in Albany, 8 p.m. You can buy tickets on theREP website.Garden Bros. Nuclear Circus, Altamont Fairgrounds, 4:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. You can buy tickets&nb...

Water Lantern Festival returns to Albany on July 28

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:12:58 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Tickets are on sale for the annual Water Lantern Festival at the Empire State Plaza in Albany on July 28. The event begins at 6 p.m. with food trucks, music, and fun! Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Tickets for the event include a floating lantern kit and a LED candle. The lanterns are eco-friendly and are made from rice paper and wood. The LED candles are reused and recycled. Attendees will be able to design their lanterns at 8:30 p.m. The lantern launch is scheduled for 9 to 10 p.m.Early bird pricing is available until July 19 at 11:59 p.m. Lantern kits are available for youth and adults. Kids ages 0-7 will need an entry, but the ticket does not include a lantern kit. To purchase tickets, click here.

Manny the swan relocates after attacking returning cygnets

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:12:58 GMT

MANLIUS, N.Y. (WSYR) — What seemed like a successful reunion between four baby swans and their father took a tough turn just a few hours later. After his mate was caught and eaten by teenagers, Many the swan must leave the swan pond in Manlius for showing aggression toward his offspring. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Wednesday afternoon started out as a joyful homecoming. "Just by looking at them, you can see that they are extremely happy," said Michael Bean, a biologist caring for the baby swans. Fossilized skeletons of aerial and aquatic predators to be auctioned by Sotheby’s But that happiness gave way to a sad evening. Manny went after his four babies just hours after being put together for the first time in weeks. Bean had to guide village workers to catch him. "He's mourning the loss of the female. But he's treating this as, it's still his territory. The young ones he doesn't recogn...

Victory man arrested for menacing

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:12:58 GMT

SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- A Victory man has been arrested following an investigation into a physical altercation, according to state police. Luke Sutliff, 24, is facing multiple charges. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! On July 11 at 11:41 p.m., troopers responded to a home in the village of Victory on the report of a dispute. The investigation determined that Sutliff and the victim were involved in a scuffle. Police say that during the incident, Sutliff allegedly threatened the victim with a propane torch and prevented them from contacting law enforcement. Sutliff faces the following charges:ChargesSecond-degree menacingFourth-degree criminal possession of a weapon Fourth-degree criminal mischief Criminal obstruction of breathing Second-degree harassment Albany man arrested with over 40 lbs of Cannabis Sutliff was then arrested and transported to SP Schuylerville for processing. He was arraigned at the Saratoga...

Carlinville, Illinois man found shot to death Wednesday night

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:12:58 GMT

CARLINVILLE, Ill. - Detectives with the Carlinville Police Department are investigating a homicide that took place Wednesday evening.According to Julie Griffith, a clerk for the department, police responded to a shooting in the 1000 block of Johnson Street around 7:20 p.m.Officers arrived at the scene and found the victim, identified as Dana Morgan Jr., suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. John Mozeliak reflects on Cardinals’ nightmare season, insists ‘changes have to happen’ Morgan was rushed to a local hospital but succumbed to his wounds. He was 37.Griffith said police have identified a person of interest, but the investigation is still ongoing.Anyone with information on the investigation is asked to contact the Carlinville Police Department at 217-854-3221 or [email protected], or the Macoupin and Montgomery Counties CrimeStoppers at 800-352-0136.

St. Louis Cardinals reveal 2024 regular season schedule

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:12:58 GMT

ST. LOUIS - The St. Louis Cardinals are already looking ahead to the 2024 season, releasing the regular season schedule for next year during this year's All-Star break. This announcement marks the earliest the St. Louis Cardinals have released an upcoming season's schedule during a non-pandemic-altered season current season since at least 2018, according to records from FOX 2. In recent years, schedules have traditionally been released in August. John Mozeliak reflects on Cardinals’ nightmare season, insists ‘changes have to happen’ The Cardinals will open the 2024 season on the road against the Los Angeles Dodgers on March 28. One week later, the Cardinals will host the Miami Marlins on April 4 for their home opener. Next season will mark the first time the Cardinals open the season against the Dodgers since 1998 and first time on the road since 1984. As for the home opener, it will be the first time the Cardinals have ever hosted one against the Marlins, one of three NL teams w...