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Samsung gives $40K to Austin nonprofit for trade skills and manufacturing

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:14:56 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — At a fundraising luncheon Thursday, Samsung executives presented a $40,000 donation to Skillpoint Alliance, a nonprofit that gives students free training in skilled professions and manufacturing.The check was presented by Kwee Lan Teo, head of workforce development for Samsung Austin Semiconductor. Moments before the presentation, Teo gave several remarks about the company's businesses in Austin and Central Texas.She said the company wants to continue its investment and partnerships it has with agencies like Skillpoint Alliance.Kevin Brackmeyer, CEO of Skillpoint Alliance, said employers like Samsung and others at the luncheon have expressed a desire for a strong local workforce."The manufacturing industry has really high demand. All of our classes are full, electrical and HVAC as well have been really significant. Our HVAC class has about 90 students on a waiting list. There's a real need for that," Brackmeyer said.This donation comes a little more than a year out f...

2023 Minnesota State Fair opening day photo gallery

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:14:56 GMT

We headed to the 2023 Minnesota State Fair to capture images from opening day.Here’s more of our coverage:In our day-by-day guide to the 2023 Minnesota State Fair, we highlight each day’s special discounts and themes, plus a selection of free events and concerts worth checking out.More officers will be at work during the Minnesota State Fair this year, officials have beefed up the fence line around the Fairgrounds, and additional security cameras are in place. A week before the Fair, Chief Ron Knafla said, “I think things are looking good. We’re ready.”This year’s Minnesota State Fair Grandstand offers the most star-studded lineup in recent memory.Here are the Fair’s new foods for 2023 — including a map to help you find them.Cheers! Here’s your official list of 65 new beverages at the Fair.Need to explain the Fair to someone not familiar with our Great Get-Together? Here’s a new children’s book that illustrates the fun.Rela...

Federal funding announced for local fire departments

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:14:56 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Two local fire departments have been awarded federal funds made available through the Assistance to Firefighters Grants (AFG) program. The announcement marks the seventh round of Fiscal Year 2022 AFG grants. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! The Menands Fire Company No. 1 will receive $94,933.12, and the Ballston Lake Fire Department will receive $14,640.95.“The Menands Fire Department is honored to receive this funding from FEMA, and we look forward to purchasing new extrication and stabilization equipment,” said David Ognan, Chief of the Menands Fire Department. “With this equipment, we can better serve and protect the members of our community and the commuters passing through our Village.”“The Ballston Lake Fire Department is honored to be a recipient of the AFG grant,” said Greg Amyot, Chief of the Ballston Lake Fire Department. “We plan to use these funds to purchase a gear washer and extractor for...

NYS landfills overflowing, DEC proposes surcharge plan

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:14:56 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (WTEN) -- Experts say New York landfills are reaching their limits, all while polluting our land and air ways. Much of the material is exported to upstate counties or out of state to Pennsylvania, and New Jersey. And when it comes to recycling, it's not being utilized as it should, "We divert something like 18% of the total material for recycling, which is miserable," said Maggie Clarke, Manhattan Solid Waste Advisory Board member. She said 82% of the city's trash is being exported, "And most of what is exported is reusable, recyclable, or compostable. We’re spending on this export, it’s in the hundreds of millions, like four or five hundred million dollars every year," said Clarke. And, it's bad for the environment. DEC proposed a Solid Waste Management Plan that the public was allowed to comment on until June. Part of their proposal includes launching a statewide fee for every ton of trash that does not get recycled or composted. The draft says even if there’s a surch...

Fulton County issues rabies alert

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:14:56 GMT

FULTON COUNTY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Fulton County Public Health Department released an alert warning of a skunk in the area that has tested positive for rabies. The animal was first seen on August 10 in the vicinity of County Highway 155 in Mayfield. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! While rabies is preventable if treatment is provided in a timely manner, the health department reminded the public that the disease is fatal to humans and animals, and issued a list of important procedures to keep in mind regarding animals with rabies, including: If bitten or scratched by a suspected rabid animal, wash the wound immediately with soap and water, seek medical attention and promptly report the incident to the local health department.Avoid contact with all wildlife, especially feral cats, raccoons, bats, and foxes.Do not handle, feed, or unintentionally attract wild animals with outdoor food sources such as uncovered trash or litter.Al...

Juvenile to be charged as an adult for murder

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:14:56 GMT

TROY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The 16-year-old arrested in the homicide case of Alexander Crawford will be prosecuted as an adult. Crawford was shot in front of the Family Dollar store in North Troy on July 2 and passed away at a local hospital. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! The defendant faces charges of second-degree murder and criminal possession of a weapon in the second degree. According to District Attorney Mary Pat Donnelly, the individual was remanded to a secure detention facility for juveniles.No further details are available at this time.

New mental health center opens in Saratoga

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:14:56 GMT

SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. (NEWS10) — A new short term housing facility helping those experiencing mental health challenges that don't qualify for hospitalization opened today in Saratoga County. The treatment center is one of only two in the state. MORE NEWS from NEWS10Skies were cloudy as Saratoga county officials cut the ribbon on sunrise retreat. It's an intensive care facility designed to treat those whose mental health crises don't require hospitalization, or those just emerging from hospitalization. “To have the second crisis intensive housing in New York State be located, right here is going to be such an aid to the people in our community who are struggling” said Assemblywoman Carrie Woerner.Ideas for the 12 bed facility date back to 2018. It's the second if it's kind in the state. Patients —or clients — as the facility calls them, will have their own bedrooms. Program Director Jacqueline Newton, who is a registered nurse, gave us an all access tour. Newton tells us that Sunris...

Caffè Lena hosting Fiddle and Foliage Festival

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:14:56 GMT

SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Caffè Lena announced they will be presenting their Fiddle and Foliage Festival. The event will be held at High Rock Park and is scheduled for September 24. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! The festival will feature live music from Adirondack Song Dogs, Oona Grady, James Gascoyne, Matt Griffin and more, as well as an open mic and games. Proceeds from the event will benefit the Caffè Lena School of Music. Food and drinks will be offered by PJ’s BAR-B-QSA. The event will run from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. Bob Dylan to perform at Proctors in Schenectady High Rock Park is located at 112 High Rock Avenue in Saratoga Springs. Tickets for Fiddle and Foliage Festival are $10 for adults and $8 for kids under 14.

Sex offender sentenced to 21 months in prison

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:14:56 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- A 57-year-old man from Schenectady County was sentenced to serve 21 months in prison. Craig Foley, a registered sex offender, failed to update his residential address with the New York Division of Criminal Justice Services. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Foley was convicted of sexual abuse in 2011 and was designated a Level III sex offender. He has a lifetime registration requirement by the Sex Offender Registration and Notification Act. Foley moved from New York to Pennsylvania in November 2020. He admitted that he knowingly failed to update his residential address. Foley will also serve five years of post-release supervision.

NY: $3 million in invasive species funding up for grabs

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:14:56 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) - The fight against invasive species continues in New York - especially at a time when the hazardous spotted lanternfly is active in several parts of the state. This week, the Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) announced a new round of funding in its programs to help communities around the state combat threats to the native ecosystem. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! The DEC has announced $3 million in grants up for grabs in round three of the Invasive Species Grant Program. The program takes aim at threats to both the trees and the water, applicable to aquatic invasives like Eurasian watermilfoil, as well as terrestrial species like hemlock woolly adelgid and emerald ash borer. The funds can be used to combat existing infestations of invasive species, or take preventative steps against those that could come and do harm in the future.“The Invasive Species Grant Program is a critical part of the ...