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Kathleen M. Murray named new president of Hamline University

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:47:53 GMT

Kathleen M. Murray has been named the new president of Hamline University following a four-month search.Murray, who will be the 21st president of the school, begins the post on Jan. 1. She succeeds Fayneese Miller who is retiring after eight years at Hamline. Miller announced her retirement following controversy over her administration’s handling of a Muslim student’s complaint about an adjunct professor who showed ancient art in class that depicted the Prophet Muhammad.President Fayneese Miller will begin a sabbatical on Jan. 1, before retiring on June, according to Hamline University officials.Previously, Murray served as the first female president of Whitman College as well as provost and dean of the faculty at Macalester College. She also was provost at Birmingham-Southern College and professor of piano, dean of conservator, and dean of the facuty at Lawrence University. Murray will be the third consecutive female president at Hamline.“The Board of Trustees was impressed by Dr. ...

2023 Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree coming from Greater Binghamton

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:47:53 GMT

(WIVT/WBGH) - A locally grown tree is heading to the big apple this holiday season. Rockefeller Center announced on Wednesday that its iconic Christmas Tree will come from Vestal. The tree is currently located at a residence home at 204 Murry Hill Road. The Norway Spruce will be cut down on November 9 at 8 a.m. before making its way to New York City on November 11. Crews will chop down the entire tree, securing a 14-foot portion to clear underpasses while it is transported. As the tree awaits its arrival to Rockefeller Center, it will be kept in a secure storage location. After the tree is prepared for decoration, it will be adorned with over 50,000 multi-colored, energy efficient LED lights and topped with a Swarovski star. The tree's official lighting will be broadcasted live during "Christmas in Rockefeller Center" on November 29. It will be on display in Rockefeller Center until January 13, 2024, at 10 p.m. (Source: Martin Chudacik)

Hudson Headwaters opens new center in Glens Falls

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:47:53 GMT

GLENS FALLS, N.Y. (NEWS10) - A wide healthcare footprint has expanded to a new spot in Glens Falls. Hudson Headwaters Health Network has opened its 22nd health center downtown. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Glens Falls Family Health opened this week at 38 Larose St., between Broad Street and Sherman Avenue. The new center is located near Glens Falls Hospital, and is all set up to offer lab services the neighboring hospital will operate, all on top of 18 exam rooms. The facility and others like it are pitched on affordable healthcare, regardless of insurance, all from a nonprofit source.“The establishment of Glens Falls Family Health has been a longtime community effort, with many details thoughtfully developed to improve health outcomes and patient experiences for years to come,” said Hudson Headwaters CEO Tucker Slingerland, M.D. “Thank you to our hard-working staff for making this milestone possible and for the support of o...

Police: Infant remains in critical condition after alleged assault

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:47:53 GMT

LAKE GEORGE, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- A 36-year-old male from Lake Luzerne was arrested following an investigation into an infant who sustained life-threatening injuries. State Police charged Robert Rivers with first-degree assault, reckless assault of a child, and endangering the welfare of a child. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! According to the police, the infant arrived at the Glens Falls Hospital on Tuesday afternoon. The life-threatening injuries were deemed suspicious. The infant was transported to the Albany Medical Center and remains in critical condition.Police say Rivers is reportedly the father and that he allegedly caused severe injury to the infant. Rivers was processed at SP Queensbury and arraigned at the Warren County Arraignment Part Court. He was remanded to the Warren County Correctional Facility in lieu of $50,000 cash, a $100,000 bond, and a $150,000 partially secured bond. Investigations are ongoing.

Clifton Park restaurant closed, up for sale

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:47:53 GMT

CLIFTON PARK, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Painted Lemon, located at 54 Clifton Country Road in Clifton Park, has been closed since the beginning of October. While the owners said this closure was temporary, the building has now been listed for sale. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Owners Kimberly Taylor and Chef Giovanni Iardazio opened the Italian restaurant in the former Brick Tavern & Grille space in January as their second location. The Painted Lemon's first location was in Sherman, Connecticut.On October 6, the owners announced on Facebook that the Clifton Park location would be temporarily closed due to staffing. Later, the building was listed for sale with Rose Breslin Realty as a turn-key restaurant. Norrine’s Restaurant opens in Waterford On October 31, the owners announced on Facebook that the Connecticut location was permanently closed. However, the Clifton Park location is still listed as temporarily closed. "Due to ...

Walmart's Black Friday events and discount details

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:47:53 GMT

ST. LOUIS -- Walmart is bringing back Black Friday with savings throughout the month of November. This year, they're offering two "Black Friday Deals" events and a special Cyber Monday event. There is also early access for Walmart+ members.The Black Friday Events:The first event begins online on November 8 at 3 p.m. ET and in stores on November 10. Walmart+ members get early access from 12 p.m. ET to 3 p.m. ET on November 8.The second event starts online on November 22 at 3 p.m. ET and in stores on November 24. Walmart+ members can access deals early from 12 p.m. ET to 3 p.m. ET on November 22.Cyber Monday falls on November 27, featuring Walmart+ early access to all deals, a new addition this year."Exclusive first access to the most coveted holiday deals, coupled with free shipping, gives Walmart+ members a shopping superpower for the most highly anticipated event of the year,” states Venessa Yates, senior vice president and general manager of Walmart+.Walmart is offering a "sneak p...

Missouri's bobcat season begins November 15

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:47:53 GMT

ST. LOUIS – With multiple hunting seasons now underway, hunters should keep an eye out for bobcats. In Missouri, there is a designated hunting season for bobcats, which spans from November 15 to the last day of February. Bobcats are larger than typical house cats and are distinguishable by their long legs and short, bobbed tails. They have strong swimming abilities and are skilled climbers. These creatures have a yellowish to reddish-brown coat with black streaks and spots.  Bobcats are spotted using field cameras at night and daytime in southern Illinois.Additionally, bobcats have a broad face with pointy ears that frequently have black spots and ear tufts. Both male and female bobcats exhibit similar physical characteristics. Bobcats typically measure between 18 and 50 inches in total length, with tail lengths ranging from 3 to 8 inches. Their weight can vary from 8 to 49 pounds.  Drivers may get rude surprise after alleged DMV fraud In Missouri, bobcats gravitate...

New Build-A-Bear teddy responds to touch and your voice

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:47:53 GMT

ST. LOUIS – Build-A-Bear has unveiled an exciting new interactive bear that responds to touch and the sound of your voice. This special bear reacts by opening its eyes and wiggling its ears to communicate, and it has been released just in time for the Christmas season. Similar to the process of creating any Build-A-Bear, you can craft this unique "Bearlieve Bear" through a special stuffing experience. This process includes a heart ceremony, which is a step in bringing the bear to life. Build-A-Bear is venturing into the world of interactive toys. The Bearlieve Bear offers a personal interaction with the classic teddy bear. The new bear still allows you to make choices regarding fashion, scents, sounds, and even voice recording.  St. Louis police investigate 6 sudden deaths When guests visit Build-A-Bear Workshops to create their Bearlieve Bear, they participate in a unique heart ceremony by pressing the red heart on the bear's paw while proclaiming, "I BEARlieve!" T...

Muny's 106th season brings Broadway magic to St. Louis

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:47:53 GMT

ST. LOUIS – The Muny has officially announced its seven-show lineup for the 106th season. This season comedies, romance, and magic, runns from June 17, 2024, through August 25, 2024.The 2024 Muny Season includes the following productions:Les Misérables (June 17–23, 2024):Les Misérables returns to The Muny to make history once more. This celebrated mega-musical, based on Victor Hugo's novel, holds the distinction of being Broadway's longest-running and most beloved musical.Dreamgirls (June 27 – July 3, 2024):Dreamgirls takes its audience on a thrilling journey through the dynamic changes in American pop music that defined the 1960s. It tells the moving and inspirational story of an all-girl singing trio from Chicago rising from obscurity to superstardom.Disney’s The Little Mermaid (July 8–16, 2024):Disney’s The Little Mermaid, with its magical music by Howard Ashman and Alan Menken, narrates the tale of Ariel, a young mermaid longing to leave her underwater world and become "part of...

Usher uses first Super Bowl performance as ‘cheat sheet’ for 2024 show and urges diabetes screening

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:47:53 GMT

By JONATHAN LANDRUM Jr. (AP Entertainment Writer)LOS ANGELES (AP) — While Usher gears up for his 2024 Super Bowl halftime performance, the singer will lean on his previous experience of hitting the NFL’s biggest stage to help prepare for the 13-minute set.The Grammy winner said he’s using his appearance with Black Eyed Peas frontman will.i.am in 2011 as a “cheat sheet.” He was recently chosen to headline the halftime festivities from Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas on Feb. 11 — the same day he’s expected to release his ninth studio album “Coming Home.”“I got a chance to see a bit of what it felt like,” Usher told The Associated Press in a recent interview. In his first Super Bowl performance, he descended from the stadium ceiling to perform “OMG” in Arlington, Texas.Usher’s appearance lasted less than two minutes, but the moment gave him plenty of insight into conducting a show with such limited time....