HIROSHIMA, Japan (AP) — President Joe Biden on Friday endorsed plans to train Ukrainian pilots on U.S.-made F-16 fighter jets, according to two people familiar with the matter, as he huddled with leaders of the world’s most powerful democracies on plans to toughen punishments on Russia for its 15-month invasion of Ukraine. The Group of … [Read more…]
By MARÍA VERZA, Associated Press MEXICO CITY (AP) — Mexico’s Popocatepetl volcano rumbled to life again this week, belching out towering clouds of ash that forced 11 villages to cancel school sessions. The residents weren’t the only ones keeping a close eye on the towering peak. Every time there is a sigh, tic or heave in … [Read more…]
Hunter Hospitality House is selling tickets for its fifth annual Endowment Fund Awareness Raffle. The first-place prize is $5,000 cash. The fifth-place prize is a two-night stay at the DoubleTree Hotel with a water view, plus a $50 gift card to Freighters Restaurant, totaling a $300 value. (Courtesy of Hunter Hospitality House) Hunter Hospitality House … [Read more…]
All but three Republicans in the Oregon state Senate have now made themselves ineligible to serve another term under a voter-approved state law intended to prevent walkouts. Six Republican senators, including Senate Minority Leader Tim Knopp, R-Bend, hit their 10th unexcused absence on Thursday morning. Three other Republicans and an independent senator reached that threshold … [Read more…]
Friday, May 19th, 2023 1:35pm By Linda Morgan Lots of activities in Niagara this long weekend If you’re looking for some fun things to do with the family this long weekend, there are lots of options in Niagara. St. Catharines The Lakeside Park Carousel opens tomorrow for the 102nd season. The carousel will be open … [Read more…]
By JOSH FUNK, Associated Press OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — The union that represents railroad engineers finally secured its first deal for paid sick time with Norfolk Southern, several months after other rail unions began reaching similar agreements with the major freight railroads. The Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen announced the deal with the railroad Thursday. Roughly … [Read more…]
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Avoid traffic jams before they occur: The Ministry of Transportation has scheduled 24 closures in Niagara on May 19, 2023 for roadwork on Highway 140, Highway 3, Highway 406, Highway 420, Highway 58, Highway 58A and Queen Elizabeth Way. Highway 140 northbound between Forks Road, Port Colborne and Ridge Road, Welland: all lanes closed until … [Read more…]
May 19, 2023 | 10:15 AM Damon Ryan, Local Sports CC / depositphotos There’s a 3-way tie for the conference lead in the Fox River Classic Conference Baseball race. That’s after Manitowoc Lincoln and De Pere split what essentially was a doubleheader and Bay Port blanked Sheboygan North 4-nothing. The Ships, Redbirds, and … [Read more…]
SUVs are the choice car class for most car enthusiasts in the United States. This multifaceted transportation medium has a vast array of strengths, ideal for families heading out for adventure, towing, and even daily driving. And in a time when gas prices are on an upward trend, you can rely on these vehicles to … [Read more…]
Yakima Police are investigating a gang related shooting that injured a juvenile in Yakima on Wednesday. Officers say the shooting was reported at about 7:30 pm Wednesday at Custer and Garfield Avenues after people called 911 to report shots fired. Police found a juvenile male who had been shot. POLICE SAY THE TEEN WILL SURVIVE … [Read more…]