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Lake Luzerne tubing attraction growing like the tide

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:47:21 GMT

LAKE LUZERNE, N.Y. (NEWS10) - A hub for tourism and adventure in the Adirondacks recently cut the ribbon on its next chapter. This year, Adirondack Adventure Center is welcoming visitors once again to enjoy river tubing on the Hudson River - and offering new ways to get in the water. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! A June ribbon cutting marked the start of the local business' first season sporting a new, private access point into the Hudson, as well as various other amenities. The Lake Luzerne day trip favorite now boasts tube storage right on the river, a more flexible schedule, and 165 acres of land newly owned by Adirondack Adventure Center.“These upgrades allow us to expand our business and make it safer and more convenient for everybody to come up and experience tubing and the beauty of our area," said Adirondack Adventure Center owner Dane Morton. "One of the things that gets us up and going in the morning is being ab...

NYS expanding awareness of 9/11 compensation program

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:47:21 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (WTEN) -- The health impacts from the devastating events that unfolded on 9/11 are still with us 22 years later. Experts say those who were near the twin towers were subjected to harmful particles and debris that caused various cancers and a slew of other health issues. A new measure out of the state capitol would require employers to notify employees of their eligibility for a victim compensation fund. Police provides updates on fatal Malta crash The 9/11 Notice Act would require employers with more than 50 employees to notify them of their eligibility for the benefits and the World Trade Center Health program. This would be available for those who were below Canal Street in Lower Manhattan, between September 11, 2001 to May 30, 2002. The bill passed in the legislature and awaits the Governor's signature. Troy Rosasco, a 9/11 victim compensation fund lawyer said, outside of first responders, there are 400,000 people entitled to 9/11 benefits, "There are many workers...

Art in the Park coming to Schenectady

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:47:21 GMT

SCHENECTADY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Create Community Studios has announced they will be hosting the Art in the Park series at the Central Park Pavilion in Schenectady. The programs begins on July 6. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Art in the Park will feature two different activity groups. "Everything is Lit" will offer a special teen art and writing program for ages 13 to 19, while the "Kids Art Time" program will allow younger artists ages 6 to 12 to express their creativity. The programs will be held every Thursday from July 6 through August 17. The teen group will run from 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m., and the kids group from 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Upbeat on the Roof concert series returns to Skidmore Central Park is located at 500 Iroquois Way in Schenectady. Participation in the programs are free.

WATCH: North Carolina coaster closed until further notice over cracked beam

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:47:21 GMT

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WNCN) — A Charlotte, North Carolina amusement park has closed its tallest roller coaster after someone spotted an apparent crack in one of its support beams. In a statement, the park, Carowinds, identified the coaster as Fury 325—advertised as the world's tallest and fastest "giga roller" coaster. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! (Shared with WNCN)A giga coaster has a height or drop of at least 300 feet. The ride closed on Friday after park personnel became aware of a crack at the top of a steel support pillar. And in a video shared with NEWS10's sister station WNCN, the beam appears to move as one of Fury 325's trains whizzes by. The viewer who captured the video said he reported the crack to guest services. According to Carowinds, a maintenance team is inspecting the ride, which will be closed until repairs have been completed. "Safety is our top priority and we appreciate the patience and understanding of...

Man drowns in Big River at Rockford Beach

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:47:21 GMT

JEFFERSON COUNTY, Mo. - One man drowned Sunday evening in the Big River at Rockford Beach.According to a spokesperson for the High Ridge Fire Protection District, firefighters were called to Rockford Beach shortly after 7:45 p.m. for a possible drowning.Firefighters were told an adult man had been jumping from a nearby bluff and hadn't been seen in nearly an hour or so. It is unclear if anyone saw the man go under. Ameren customers still without power in Missouri and Illinois after weekend storms Rescuers deployed a boat and drone to search the river and shoreline to locate the man. They also used sonar equipment where the man had been jumping.The Missouri State Highway Water Patrol arrived to assist with the search, which was called off at 11:30 p.m.On Monday morning, firefighters and the water patrol returned to Rockford Beach. At 10:35 a.m., searchers located and recovered the man's body.The man's name has not been released, pending notification of family members.

Miles Wood wanted term in free agency. The Avalanche took a 6-year roll of the dice on him.

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:47:21 GMT

Miles Wood was paying attention to the contracts. He noticed how most of them were shaking out Saturday around the NHL.“This free agency, a lot of one- and two-year deals were handed out,” the new Avalanche wing said Monday.He didn’t want that. He had spent his entire eight-year career in the same organization, experiencing the virtues of familiarity. So when it was time to leave New Jersey, “my goal heading into free agency was trying to get term.”Colorado offered term — to a startling extent. Wood is signed for the next six years with a $2.5 million average annual value. The Avs have a likely bottom-six forward locked up longer than Cale Makar and for as many years as captain Gabriel Landeskog.“I feel very fortunate in the sense that I got a six-year deal,” Wood said. “And from the start, Colorado was always a team that I would love to play for. I love the mountains. I’m an outdoor guy. And whenever we would go out and pl...

DA to seek death penalty in Riverside County deputy's slaying

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:47:21 GMT

Prosecutors announced Monday that they plan to seek the death penalty for Jesse Ceazar Navarro, who allegedly shot and killed Riverside County Sheriff's Deputy Darnell Calhoun in Lake Elsinore earlier this year.The Jan. 13 shooting in the 18500 block of Hilldale Lane killed the 30-year-old Calhoun. Navarro also fired at another deputy who came to Calhoun's aid, prosecutors said in a news release. Due to Navarro's charges — murder of a peace officer and discharge of a firearm from a vehicle with intent to kill — he is eligible for the death penalty if convicted.Riverside County District Attorney Mike Hestrin said in a statement that he'd "met with experienced prosecutors to examine and discuss related evidence before making the decision to pursue the death penalty."Suspect Jesse Navarro, 42, is pictured on the left. Riverside Deputy Darnell Calhoun, 30, is pictured on the right. (Photo released by Riverside County Sherriff's Office)“Deputy Calhoun showed incredible courage during a t...

Google shares the most searched grilling recipes for each state

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:47:21 GMT

As the Fourth of July approaches, many Americans will invite friends and family over and fire up the grill to celebrate the holiday.From ribs and burgers to hot dogs and pork chops, the list of staple cookout items is endless, but every state has different barbecue must-haves, according to Google. Where to see fireworks shows in Southern California New data from the tech company shows which grilling recipe was the most searched for in each state. For California, tri-tip grilling recipes were the most popular.A map visualization of the latest study from Google Trends. (Data source: Google Trends)While a handful of states searched for meat-based grilling recipes, other places showed interest in recipes for seafood, corn on the cob and even portobello mushrooms.Here is the full list of the most searched grilling recipes by state: Fourth of July cookouts won’t be as expensive compared to last year, new study says Alabama – Corn on the cobAlaska – CornArizona – BurgersArkansas – Ribs...

Authorities investigating after wrong dog euthanized at animal shelter

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:47:21 GMT

A West Virginia family is grieving the loss of their dog after they said he ran away, was brought to the county shelter, and accidentally euthanized, KTLA sister station WOWK reports.Taylor Withrow told Nexstar's WOWK that her 9-year-old lemon beagle mix, Eli, ran away. Withrow said she posted pictures of Eli on Facebook hoping that neighbors saw him.A person in the neighborhood found Eli and brought him to the Putnam County Animal Shelter, Withrow said. The neighbor messaged her and told her Eli was at the shelter.Photo Courtesy: Taylor WithrowIn a Zoom call with the Putnam County Commission Manager Jeremy Young, the county Chief Humane Officer John Davis, and county Attorney Larry Frye, Withrow said she found out Eli was accidentally euthanized. The shelter told WOWK they were supposed to euthanize a pitbull and not Withrow's lemon beagle mix. This happened after what the shelter called a "paperwork mix-up," but Withrow still has more questions than answers."How could this have ha...

Man Dies in Pedestrian Crash on Kietzke Lane [Reno, NV]

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:47:21 GMT

Man Pronounced Dead after Pedestrian Collision near Atlantis Casino Hotel ResortRENO, NV (July 3, 2023) – Early Wednesday morning, one victim was pronounced dead after a pedestrian crash on Kietzke Lane.Police responded to the scene around 2:30 a.m., just north of the Atlantis Casino Hotel Resort on June 28th.According to reports, the driver of a vehicle struck a pedestrian who stepped onto the road outside of a marked crosswalk. Paramedics transported the man to Renown Medical where he later passed away.Meanwhile, the involved driver remained at the scene and cooperated with the investigation. Following preliminary duties, officers do not believe that speed or impairment played a factor.Emergency crews blocked the southbound lanes of Kietzke Lane during cleanup and preliminary duties. Once available, further details will be provided.Sincere sympathies to the family and friends of the deceased man. Thoughts are with them during this very difficult time.Losing a loved one in a ...