Berkshire Museum offers free admission to foster families

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 12:04:56 GMT

Berkshire Museum offers free admission to foster families PITTSFIELD, Mass. (NEWS10) -- The Berkshire Museum and Wonderfund is launching a program that allows foster families to receive free admission to the Berkshire Museum. The free admission will cover two adults and two children. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! “This partnership with the Berkshire Museum and the Wonderfund throws open the doors of our treasured downtown institution to foster families," said State Representative Tricia Farley-Bouvier. "Foster families need to be lifted up and appreciated for all they do. Providing the space and programming that the Berkshire Museum offers is just one small we can support them."Families will be able to access Museum programs such as “WeeMuse Littlest Learners” a weekly, educator-led activity for infants and toddlers to spark curiosity with hands-on cognitive and social experiences. WeeMuse Littlest Learners runs on Thursdays from 4 to 4:45 p.m. Tickets on sale for Amtrak’s NY...

NYSP: Fort Ann man arrested for a sexual offense

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 12:04:56 GMT

NYSP: Fort Ann man arrested for a sexual offense FORT ANN, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- On Thursday, State Police of Greenwich arrested Jarod M. Maynard, 33, for Forcibly Touching. The arrest was made after an investigation into a complaint that a victim was inappropriately touched on Wednesday night. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Police determined that Maynard had touched the victim inappropriately without the victim's consent or permission. Maynard surrendered himself to the police. He was issued an appearance ticket returnable to the Fort Ann Town Court on April 19 and released.

Free coffee fill-up for travel mugs on Earth Day at Stewart's

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 12:04:56 GMT

Free coffee fill-up for travel mugs on Earth Day at Stewart's ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) - Stewart's is offering a deal this Earth Day, April 22. You can bring in any travel mug and get a free fill-up, up to 32 oz. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Choose from a variety of hot coffee flavors including Stewart’s House Blend, Decaf, Blueberry Crumble, French Vanilla, Hazelnut, Richer Roast, Maple French Toast and seasonal Irish Cream. For those who prefer hot tea or hot chocolate, they will also be free with a travel mug.Stewart’s customers pay only $1.45 + tax to refill their travel mug with hot coffee, up to 32 oz. And if you buy a new Stewart’s refillable mug, your first fill is always free!

$1 million Keno prize claimed in Pittsfield

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 12:04:56 GMT

$1 million Keno prize claimed in Pittsfield PITTSFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) — The first-ever $1 million Keno prize in Massachusetts was claimed by a trust. The winning ticket matched one through 12 in a 12-spot game. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Penny Lane Nominee Trust of Lenox has claimed the prize that was won on Wednesday, March 22 where the winner numbers included every number from one through 13. The odds of matching all 12 numbers are one in 478,261,833.The trust was represented by William Martin who claimed the winning prize on Thursday. The winning ticket was sold at Zenner's Pub & Deli in Pittsfield. The retailer received a $10,000 bonus for the sale. Jonathan Beagle opts to stay at UAlbany On the same day, $500,000 and four $100,000 prizes were also won in the same game. On Monday, 16 people won $100,000 prizes in a Keno game where all numbers one through ten were winning numbers.

NYSP: Two arrested for stealing from Target in Clifton Park

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 12:04:56 GMT

NYSP: Two arrested for stealing from Target in Clifton Park CLIFTON PARK. N.Y. (NEWS10) -- On Wednesday, New York State Police arrested two individuals in the parking lot of the Target in Clifton Park. According to police, Sasha E. Deforest, 43, of Albany, and Latoya D. Fordham, 38, of Menands, had stolen over $3,000 worth of merchandise. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! It was revealed that Fordham was already banned from entering the store due to a previous incident. Both suspects were found to have a glass smoking device containing drug residue.Deforest was charged with Grand Larceny in the Third Degree, Conspiracy in the Fifth Degree, and Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Seventh Degree. Fordham was charged with Grand Larceny in the Third Degree, Burglary in the Third Degree, Conspiracy in the Fifth Degree, and Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Seventh Degree. One dead in auto-pedestrian crash on Maple Avenue Both were processed at SP Clift...

Niskayuna boys lacrosse buzz saw tears through Columbia

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 12:04:56 GMT

Niskayuna boys lacrosse buzz saw tears through Columbia EAST GREENBUSH, N.Y. (NEWS10) — There's hot, red hot and then there's the Niskayuna boys lacrosse team. The Silver Warriors have ripped through the early season, playing to a 5-0 record. They've won those games by an average of over 11 goals per contest. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! That has them ranked first in the state for Class B, and fourth overall in the state, per LaxNumbers.com. Mike Vorgang's squad showed no signs of slowing down Thursday when they ripped through a talented Columbia unit 16-4 in East Greenbush.The Blue Devils entered the day 3-1 with quality wins over La Salle and Christian Brothers Academy. But even they proved no match for the Silver Warriors, who raced out to a 12-0 halftime lead. The two sides played to an even, 4-4 second half, but Columbia's first-half deficit was far too much to overcome. Patroons bounce back in win over Toundra Niskayuna senior attack Davey Carroll led the way offensiv...

Patroons bounce back in win over Toundra

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 12:04:56 GMT

Patroons bounce back in win over Toundra ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) — The Albany Patroons bounced back after their April 1 loss and defeated the Montreal Toundra 102-89. Right from the opening tip, the Patroons took flight. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Shadell Millinghaus drove inside the paint and took some contact but got his shot to fall to give his team a 25-11 lead. However, the Toundra didn't give up without a fight, and that was evident when Narcisse Kalamba got loose on a fast break and finished with a slam dunk, trimming the Patroons' lead to seven.Despite that, they finished the first quarter leading 34-21. When the second quarter came around, Jamil Hood showed off his quickness scoring on a baseline layup, extending their lead by 13. Minutes later, Derrick Rowland Jr. hooked up with Mustapha Traore on a layup, and the Patroons plunged ahead by 15. Jonathan Beagle opts to stay at UAlbany In spite of the deficit, the Toundra kept shooting thanks to Kevin ...

Jonathan Beagle opts to stay at UAlbany

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 12:04:56 GMT

Jonathan Beagle opts to stay at UAlbany ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) — The UAlbany men's basketball program got a huge boost in the form of a returner on Thursday. After originally entering his name into the transfer portal, America East Rookie of the year Jonathan Beagle has decided to stay put. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Beagle averaged 12.4 points and 7.5 rebounds per game during his freshman season. The Hudson Falls native withdrew his name from the portal on Thursday, releasing the following statement through the school: After much consideration, I have decided to stay at UAlbany for my sophomore season. My family, friends, and hometown mean so much to me, and I’m excited for what our program can accomplish next year. We have some unfinished business, and I can’t wait to get back to work.Jonathan Beagle, UAlbany Center

Cinema comeback: St. Charles theater plans to reopen years after fire

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 12:04:56 GMT

Cinema comeback: St. Charles theater plans to reopen years after fire ST. CHARLES, Mo. - A small, but popular locally-owned movie theater in St. Charles is planning to reopen soon, several years after a devastating fire and COVID-19 delays. The St. Andrews Cinema has shared a series of Facebook posts this week indicating that it expects to reopen, possibly as soon as 2023. Organizers have not yet announced a potential reopening date. Top Story: Witness: Woman pumping gas seriously hurt chasing after stolen purse The cinema has drawn large crowds for decades, oftentimes offering $1 shows for movies that just left large theater chains. In late 2019, a fire caused significant damage to the building, and it would require significant repairs before staff could consider reopening the site. According to a Facebook post Thursday, the current plan is to reopen St. Andrews Cinema "as an operable, community-centered movie theatre with a sizable emphasis on live events, outdoor attractions, special programming, and rentals." Organizers say the building still ne...

Man charged in deadly St. Louis hit-and-run crash

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 12:04:56 GMT

Man charged in deadly St. Louis hit-and-run crash ST. LOUIS - A man faces felony charges several months after a deadly hit-and-run crash in St. Louis. Prosecutors charged Jacori Richardson, 40, with involuntary manslaughter, armed criminal action and leaving the scene of an accident that resulted in death. Authorities issued a warrant for his arrest Thursday. The crash happened during the evening hours of July 15 at South Grand Boulevard and Juniata Street in the South Grand neighborhood. Trending: The MASH spin-off set in St. Louis you probably forgot about According to court documents obtained by FOX 2, Richardson was speeding southbound on South Grand Avenue and ran a red light at Juniata Street. A pedestrian with the right-of-way was crossing the intersection before he was fatally struck. Per court documents, Richardson was later questioned by police in the investigation and admitted to hitting the victim and leaving the scene of the crash without stopping. Richardson will be jailed in St. Louis City without bond, per Missour...