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Tourism expert says Coaldale has work to do to become premier destination, but is on its way

Published Sun, 23 Feb 2025 11:27:13 GMT

By Erika MathieuSunny South NewsCoaldale stakeholders, businesses, and municipal officials heard from one of North America’s leading “destination” experts with ideas and feedback on how to propel Coaldale as the leading place to live, work, and play.Roger Brooks has helped transform over 2,500 ordinary places into extraordinary destinations and has extensive experience in guiding municipalities on how to brand and market their town or city and develop themselves as a destination.Brooks outlined that the specific wants of millennials are one of the greatest shifts that is taking place in Canadian history, and noted the demographic of people born between 1981 and 1996 are the largest generation in U.S. and Canadian history in addition to being the most diverse, civically-minded, and the most educated generation.In terms of strategic destination planning, Brooks stressed, “it is really important to give millennials a seat at the table,” and added attracting millennials is the key to at...

Tannersville's new Americana eatery sets opening date

Published Sun, 23 Feb 2025 11:27:13 GMT

TANNERSVILLE, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Nat’s Mountain House, located at 6589 Route 23A in Tannersville, is getting ready to open its doors. The restaurant is scheduled to officially open on Friday, June 23. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! The 120-seat restaurant, bar, and lounge features an avant-garde design and serves American classic comfort food. The main dining room has large windows with views of the Northern Catskills. There is outdoor deck seating and an outdoor space with fire pits, Adirondack chairs, and porch swings.As well as a restaurant, Nat’s Mountain House will serve as a private event space and offer programming such as summer and fall activities for adults, movie nights, puppy meetups, petting zoos, and live music. Burnt Hills pizzeria permanently closes its doors The menu includes oysters, crab rangoon dip, salads, spaghetti, fish, chicken, fries, and cheese fondue. The drink menu includes a rotating selection ...

ESYO awarded $3.5 million by NYSCA for youth music center

Published Sun, 23 Feb 2025 11:27:13 GMT

SCHENECTADY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Empire State Youth Orchestra has been awarded $3.5 million by the New York State Council on the Arts. The funding will support the construction of the ESYO Center for Musical Youth. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! The grant is part of NYSCA's large capital project funding that saw the distribution of $90.5 million to arts organizations throughout New York. The Center for Musical Youth will allow young musicians to rehearse together at one location for the first time in ESYO’s 43-year history.The center will provide a space for creative collaboration where music and technology will be fostered under one roof. It will be located at 45 MacArthur Drive in Scotia-Glenville. Museum day camps for kids set in Glens Falls "We are so thrilled and thankful that New York State Council of the Arts selected our project for funding. We know this facility is critical for the future of youth music in our...

Hazmat, ammonia situation in Canajoharie

Published Sun, 23 Feb 2025 11:27:13 GMT

CANAJOHARIE, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Multiple agencies responded to 102 Church Street at the former Beechnut Plant for a hazmat situation on Wednesday around 12:43 p.m., according to the Canajoharie Volunteer Fire Department. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Firefighters say contractors were taking equipment out of the building when the smell of ammonia became apparent. The Canajoharie Volunteer Fire Department, Fort Plain Fire Department, and the County Hazmat team responded. The situation was contained and declared safe by hazmat team members. The on-site contractor alerted a clean-up company to respond to the scene. Resources were cleared at 3 p.m. ‘Return of Albany Firebirds Legends’ at MVP Arena on Saturday The Canajoharie Police Department, Montgomery County Sheriff's Office, and Montgomery County NY Emergency Services all responded to the team, with Lake Valley EMS being requested for standby.

Burnt Hills pizzeria permanently closes its doors

Published Sun, 23 Feb 2025 11:27:13 GMT

BURNT HILLS, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Dino's Pizza, located at 802 Route 50 in Burnt Hills, has closed. The closure was confirmed by a message on the pizzeria's phone. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! "As of Sunday, June 11, we are permanently closed. Thank you so much for all of your support throughout the years and take care," said the message.No reason for the closure was given. Dino's Pizza currently does not have a website or any social media presence. New restaurant, bar opens in Cherry Plain The pizzeria has also been reported as permanently closed on Google. Dino's was located right next to a Sunoco gas station, which it shared a building with.

NYSP arrest suspect for possessing child pornography

Published Sun, 23 Feb 2025 11:27:13 GMT

HYDE PARK, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- New York State Police arrested Ross E. Schultz, 20, of Staatsburg, for possessing child pornography. Schultz was charged with possessing an obscene sexual performance by a child and issued an appearance ticket for the Town of Hyde Park Court on June 22. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Police say the arrest was made following an investigation into a cyber tip from an online social media platform. According to the information, a user had a media file containing child pornography.Police identified the suspect as Schultz and executed a search warrant at his residence. Police seized numerous electronic and storage devices.

Elderly Missouri woman charged in bank robbery to be released on special conditions

Published Sun, 23 Feb 2025 11:27:13 GMT

HARRISONVILLE, Mo. - A 78-year-old woman charged with robbing a Pleasant Hill bank earlier this year appeared in Cass County court Wednesday. Bonnie Gooch has remained in jail since her arrest on April 5. Capital murder trial for accused Wyandotte County cop killer delayed 3rd time According to court records, all parties agreed to reduce her bond and she will be released from jail Thursday morning with special conditions. The special conditions include no consumption of alcohol, no entry into any financial institutions and not coming within 500 feet of any Goppert Bank location. Gooch waived her right to a preliminary hearing with a formal arraignment set for July 24, 2023. According to court documents, just after 3:15 p.m. on Wednesday, April 5, Pleasant Hill police officers responded to a reported robbery in progress at Goppert Bank off 7 Highway.When en-route, officers were informed the suspect vehicle had left the bank where it was later located and officers stopped the suspe...

Jennings man charged with carjacking Uber driver at gunpoint

Published Sun, 23 Feb 2025 11:27:13 GMT

CLAYTON, Mo. - A Jennings man is in jail for allegedly carjacking an Uber driver at gunpoint earlier this month.According to a report filed by the Florissant Police Department, the crime occurred on June 7.Police claim Dejohn Colbert, 18, and another person, ordered a ride via the Uber app.When the Uber driver arrived in a Volkswagen Tiguan, the two men entered the car, put a gun to the driver's neck. They took the victim's cell phone, car keys, and wallet. They drove off in the Tiguan, leaving the driver behind. Man died holding apartment door closed as sister fled shooter, police say The suspects eventually crashed the Tiguan at New Halls Ferry Road and Thoroughbred Lane during a police pursuit. The two men attempted to flee on foot, but were apprehended. Police claim Colbert was in possession of a .380 caliber firearm at the time of his arrest.The St. Louis County Prosecuting Attorney's Office charged Colbert with vehicle hijacking - dangerous weapon/deadly instrument and armed...

CultureCon Celebrates Juneteenth and Transylvanian Treats At Lemon Poppy Kitchen – Here’s What’s Popping Up

Published Sun, 23 Feb 2025 11:27:13 GMT

On Saturday, June 17, CultureCon will celebrate Juneteenth with its first  LA summit. In addition to panels and speakers, Jay Pharoah will interview the director and cast members of “The Blackening,” and other speakers include Shawn Finnie from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, Meredith O’ Sullivan and Michelle Sneed.Featured restaurants on hand include VeganAF, NY Chopped Cheese, Earle’s On Crenshaw, On Pointtt jerk chicken, and Lei’d Cookies, a BIPOC-owned cookie spot and Amaze Balls.Built by The Creative Collective NYC, CultureCon features skill-building workshops, interactive activations, the opportunity to shop with Black-owned small businesses and networking opportunities. Known for providing opportunities and resources for diverse communities, CultureCon is dedicated to empowering creatives, young professionals, and entrepreneurs to succeed on their own terms.For more information about the event at Rolling Greens on Mateo in DTLA and to register for...

Lil Kayla at the Observatory

Published Sun, 23 Feb 2025 11:27:13 GMT

Lil Kayla at the Observatory: Bay Area rapper Lil Kayla performs in the Observatory’s Constellation Room on Saturday, as she celebrates the release of the “Twenty Three” single.That release is her debut for Asylum Records/Atlantic Records, and it comes from her forthcoming project.“Kayla is currently headlining her Young & Turnt tour with special guests Nef The Pharoah and Mally Bo,” reads a press release. “The tour kicked off in Chico, CA on 5/26 and will wrap on 7/29 in Salt Lake City, UT. Expect more from this rap rookie as the year goes on…”“San Francisco rapper Lil Kayla started rapping as a kid, first getting in the studio and recording music at the young age of 10,” it continues. “While she didn’t release any music until she was 15, she started getting a buzz by recording her raps on Facebook and sending them around to her friends as voice memos, which quickly spread. “My career blew up before me … while I ...