A Tasmanian man who used his employer’s fuel card to illegally buy more than $24,000 worth of fuel has narrowly escaped imprisonment. Damian John Barrett, 38, admitted to six counts of fraud in the Burnie Supreme Court after it was uncovered he had unlawfully purchased a whopping 15,231.50 litres of fuel across a six month period. According … [Read more…]
Mt. Pleasant council named Sharon Lesko the new Mt. Pleasant Borough manager, replacing the late Jeff Landy. Council approved a three-year contract, setting her salary at $55,000 annually. Councilman Richard Cholock was absent and Councilwoman Patience Barnes abstained. “First of all I think Sharon has already made a very good borough manager and I will … [Read more…]
More than 20 teams showed up to the “Bill Musgrave Open” on Friday to help raise funds for the local Boys and Girls Club’s STEM programs. EUGENE, Ore. – The Boys and Girls Club of Emerald Valley hosted its annual “Bill Musgrave Open” at the Pine Ridge Golf Course in Springfield on June 2. … [Read more…]
Kathleen Folbigg An Australian mother jailed for killing her four young children was pardoned and released on Monday after 20 years behind bars, ending what authorities called a “terrible ordeal”. Kathleen Folbigg was dubbed “Australia’s worst female serial killer” after she was convicted in 2003 of murdering three of her children and the manslaughter of … [Read more…]
The matchups for the PIAA were announced on Friday, and 2 of the 3 teams still alive will have home games on Monday for that opening game. In 3A, Chestnut Ridge will host District 7 runner-up Southmoreland at 4:30, while in 2A, Everett will be at home at 4:30 p.m. against District 7 runner-up Laurel, … [Read more…]
EUGENE, Ore. – The Lane Transit District will soon begin making safety improvements to their Emerald Express lanes. LTD is warning drivers, bicyclists and pedestrians to pay extra attention for the next few weeks as contractors begin removing and repainting bus-only and turn signs in many EmX lanes. LTD said the work will begin in … [Read more…]
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NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) – “Who’s ready for the best 10 days of the year!” Tickets for the Wilson County-Tennessee State Fair are now up for sale, online at wilsoncountytnstatefair.com. “Delicious fair food, memorable times with your family and friends and laughter are just a few short weeks away! Mark your calendars and make your plans … [Read more…]
Journal staff Simeon Birnbaum made history once again on Thursday in St. Louis. The recent Rapid City Stevens graduate put on a clinic at the HOKA Festival of Miles. Birnbaum paced a group that featured four sub-four-minute mile times and ran a personal best and meet record 3 minutes, 57.53 seconds to win yet another … [Read more…]
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Our guide to what’s new and notable in the fashion world, Viva’s Retail Therapy column offers a handy guide for navigating the fashion market. This week, we look at two new brand collaborations, see what’s new from some local designers, and share a not-to-be-missed sample sale. New in Tommy Hilfiger has a fresh collab (and … [Read more…]
It is time for the Perfect Game Collegiate Baseball League to begin Thursday night. I’m excited to see how the Dutchmen and Mohawks do this year. It is a great chance to go see some great great local baseball with a bunch of our local players. I always love visiting both teams fields and it … [Read more…]