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State Senate confirms McDonald as NY health commissioner

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:46:32 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- On June 10, the State Senate confirmed Dr. James McDonald as the New York health commissioner. McDonald was appointed as acting commissioner on January 1 after Dr. Mary Bassett resigned from the position. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! McDonald was nominated by Governor Kathy Hochul to serve permanently as commissioner on March 24. Before working for the NYS Department of Health, he served in a variety of roles with the Rhode Island Department of Health. Following his confirmation, McDonald stated “It is the honor of a lifetime to be confirmed as the 18th New York State Health Commissioner. I want to thank Governor Hochul and the State Senate for the trust they have placed in me in this important role. There are few things more important to people than their own health. My goal as the health commissioner is to do all I can to empower New Yorkers to live healthier lives, eliminate health dispariti...

Enjoy an evening at the Albany Pine Bush Preserve

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:46:32 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Albany Pine Bush Preserve is hosting three summer evening events on June 14, July 12, and August 16. The Discovery Center will extend operations until 7:30 p.m. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! “Nature Night Out was a huge success last year," said Christopher Hawver, Executive Director of the Albany Pine Bush Preserve Commission. "As a staff, we see the immense enjoyment and use of preserve trails evidenced by full parking lots starting at 4 p.m. on summer evenings. We are happy to provide a relaxing atmosphere with live music, seating, and food trucks for our engaged audience. Come on out and enjoy!” Tacos Diablos and Mr. Ding-A-Ling will have food trucks on site. Live music will be provided by Albany High School's Jazzmanian Devils. Visitors can also go on StoryWalk adventures on the Karner Barrens blue trail with the book Mister Karner Blue written and illustrated by students from Guilderland.

Capital Region restaurants that opened, closed so far in 2023

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:46:32 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The restaurant industry is ever-changing. These are the restaurants that have opened -- and closed -- in the Capital Region so far in 2023. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! ClosedJanuaryBirch Bark Eatery, 21 Ridge Street in Glens Falls.Owner Tania Sharlow closed Birch Bark due to rising costs, and staffing and product shortages. But fear not, Sharlow reopened as Bitchin' Donuts in Albany in March.The Daisy, 6 Franklin Street in TroyOwners Kelly and Joe Proctor closed The Daisy to reopen in the space as a new restaurant. Frankie Bird opened shortly after.Riccitello's, 1687 Foster Avenue in SchenectadyOwners Lewis and Donna Riccitello decided to retire and close the restaurant after 55 years.Cafe Calabria, 1736 Western Avenue in GuilderlandThe owners closed the restaurant after 11 years. However, the restaurant reopened under new ownership (but in the same family) as Cafe Calabria II in February.Bombe...

Broadview Federal Credit Union: Debit card issue resolved

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:46:32 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- According to a spokesperson from the Broadview Federal Credit Union, a prior issue involving debit card accessibility has been resolved. Customers Monday morning reported issues with the cards at checkouts, ATMs, etc. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! According to Broadview, the problem stemmed from an issue with their card processing provider. The issue was sporadic, so it did not affect all Broadview debit card holders.

'Stars On Mars' airing every Monday at 7 p.m. on FOX 2

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:46:32 GMT

ST. LOUIS - There's a new reality TV show on FOX 2. 'Stars On Mars' features celebrities who aim to coexist in the same space station as well as gear off to the red plant. The series was shot in Coober Pedy, a former Australian town. Over 250 people were involved in creating the set. ‘Worst roads in America’ : St. Louis man makes viral videos in push for change Temperatures on Mars average -81 degrees Fahrenheit. A day on Mars lasts just over 24 hours. FOX 2's John Pertzborn and Ty Hawkins gave a sneak peek and fun facts about the show.The show airs every Monday at 7:00 p.m. on FOX 2.

Auon’tai Anderson announces run for Colorado state House, dropping school board bid

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:46:32 GMT

Denver school board Vice President Auon’tai Anderson will run to represent northeast Denver in the Colorado House of Representatives in 2024, dropping his school board re-election bid and pivoting into a crowded race to replace departing Rep. Leslie Herod.Anderson, a Democrat who’s served on the Denver school board since 2019, announced his bid for House District 8 in a Monday morning press release. He joins four other Democrats who’ve filed to fill the seat that will be left vacant when Herod’s fourth and final term ends next year.He said he decided to run after speaking with friends, family, and a parent and student from Denver East High School. He said he was also frustrated with how the most recent legislative session — which featured sweeping Democratic majorities pass key agenda items while stuttering on more progressive policies — unfolded.“I got very frustrated with Democrats killing good bills, like rent control and the assault weap...

Garth Brooks under fire after he says Bud Light will be served at his Nashville bar

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:46:32 GMT

Garth Brooks is facing backlash for comments he made about the beer choices at his new Nashville bar. In a recent interview at Billboard Country Live, the country star revealed his Friends in Low Places & Honky Tonk bar is set to open soon in Nashville's South Broadway District. “I know this sounds corny,” he told the crowd, “I want it to be the Chick-fil-A of honky-tonks … I want it to be a place you feel safe in, I want it to be a place where you feel like there are manners and people like one another."When it comes to the beers on tap, they'll all be there. Even Bud Light. "Yes, we’re going to serve every brand of beer. We just are. It’s not our decision to make. Our thing is this if you [are let] into this house, love one another. If you’re an a--hole, there are plenty of other places on lower Broadway," he said of the decision. Brooks' comments come as Bud Light and Anheuser Busch have faced controversy over their decision to partner with transgender influencer Dyland Mulva...

Vacation in Beverly Hills like Mariah Carey this summer

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:46:32 GMT

The official start of summer is just around the corner and what better way to celebrate than to vacation like a superstar? Booking.com and Mariah Carey have teamed up for the ultimate collaboration that's a sweet fantasy come to life. It's called Mariah's Beverly Hills Escape, and it's a special two-night package at the singer's favorite Beverly Hills vacation rental. "Dahhlings! I’m thrilled to welcome you to my home away from home in Beverly Hills this summer and hope you’ll enjoy it as much as I have," the songstress penned in her note on the website. Carey herself stayed at the location this past spring.On Instagram, she even showed herself and her two children enjoying the Beverly Hills home's amenities. “Sometimes a week or two isn’t enough to get away. That’s why I was thrilled to stay for a few months in a gorgeous Beverly Hills estate, which I found on Booking.com,” said the "Honey" singer. “My family and I enjoyed all the luxuries this beautiful home has to offer and now, ...

Erik Elias Perez Arrested after Fatal Two-Car Crash on Garey Avenue [Pomona, CA]

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:46:32 GMT

Teenage Driver Apprehended Following a Hit-and-Run Collision That Left 2 FatalititesPOMONA, CA (June 12, 2023) – Sunday night, authorities arrested Erik Elias Perez after a deadly hit-and-run car crash on Garey Avenue.The incident took place along Garey Avenue north of Bonita Avenue at around 8:45 p.m. on May 28th.According to reports, the event leading to the crash remains unknown, but they found an overturned SUV with three people trapped inside.Responding rescuers extricated an adult female rear passenger and brought her to the hospital in critical condition. The driver and the front passenger did not survive and were declared dead at the scene.Meanwhile, the suspect’s vehicle ended up colliding with a tree on the sidewalk. The suspect instantly fled the scene on foot.An eyewitness attempted to catch the suspect, 18-year-old Erik Elias Perez, who escaped but was later caught and charged with vehicular manslaughter, grand theft, and hit-and-run resulting in death.Moreo...

Ringo Starr Brings his All Starrs to the Greek

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:46:32 GMT

Ringo Starr Brings his All Starrs to the Greek: The big rule of concert-going, besides “don’t stand in front of a short person if you’re a tall person” and “don’t wear a shirt of the band you’re going to see” is, “if you have a chance to see a Beatle, see a Beatle.” There’s a Beatle at the Greek on Thursday. September 16 saw the famous drummer and beloved scouser release a new four track record, EP3. According to the press release, “These four new tracks were all recorded at Starr’s Roccabella West studio just as he did for his Change The World and Zoom In EPs, featuring longtime collaborators Steve Lukather, Linda Perry, Dave Koz, José Antonio Rodriguez, and Bruce Sugar. Ringo’s instantly recognizable vocals, feel-good lyrics, easy-breezy melodies, and frequent and new collaborators created songs that span the spectrum of pop, country, reggae and rock and roll. EP3 will be available September 16th digitally and on CD, and on 10” vinyl and as a limited edition translucent roya...