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Expect late ice-out on Minnesota lakes this year, expert says

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:15:33 GMT

An expert on Minnesota lakes is predicting that despite a slightly warmer-than-average winter in the northern part of the state, ice-out in the Northland this year will be later than average.John Downing, director of the University of Minnesota’s Sea Grant program that’s headquartered at the University of Minnesota-Duluth, has developed what he calls an “ice-out widget” that people can use to get an estimate of when ice-out will occur in their area.John Downing, director of the University of Minnesota’s Sea Grant program headquartered at the University of Minnesota-Duluth, has developed what he calls an “ice-out widget” that people can use to get an estimate of when ice-out will occur in their area. (University of Minnesota Sea Grant)Downing, a professor of biology, an expert in limnology and freshwater lakes and whose family has had a cabin on a northern Minnesota lake for 120 years, wanted to find out what the biggest factors were when the ice melts on lakes.It t...

Loons midfielder Hassani Dotson appreciates playing time but wants more of it

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:15:33 GMT

Given the severity of his injury in April, Hassani Dotson has tried to keep blinders on and not gaze off to the horizon.After the Minnesota United midfielder had last season end with a torn anterior cruciate ligament, he returned as a substitute in the Loons’ season-opening 1-0 win over FC Dallas on Feb. 25.“At that moment, I was just more focused on trying to do my role and trying to listen to the instructions the coaches gave to me,” Dotson said March 10. “It wasn’t until after the game that I really appreciated the moment to be able to go back on the field after so long away from the game.”Going into the home opener last Saturday, manager Adrian Heath was asked whether Dotson was ready for, say, a 60-minute shift. Heath said yes but added, “That’s what he keeps telling me.”Dotson — who is in the club’s top five in appearances since 2017 — also can’t help himself. He is itching to be a regular in the Loons’ starting 11, while also challenging for a spot on the U.S. men’s nat...

Capital Region concert roundup: March 17-23

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:15:33 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- This is your weekly roundup of concerts happening around the Capital Region from March 17 to March 23. From tribute bands to regional and local favorites, here are the upcoming concerts for the weekend and the following week. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! March 17: Grand Central Station, Rivers Casino in Schenectady, 8 p.m. Free.March 17: Aztec Two-Step 2.0 featuring Rex Fowler, Dodie Pettit & Friends, Caffe Lena in Saratoga Springs, 8 p.m. You can buy tickets on the Eventbrite website.March 17: John McEuen & The Circle Band, The Linda in Albany, 8 p.m. You can buy tickets on the Eventbrite website.March 17: Fritz’s Polka Band, Frog Alley Brewing in Schenectady, 6 p.m.March 17: The Frank White Experience: A Live Tribute to the Notorious B.I.G., Lark Hall in Albany, 8 p.m. You can reserve a spot on the Eventbrite website.March 17: Molly Hatchet, The Strand Theatre in Hudson Falls, 7:30 p.m....

Hudson Crossing Park seeks award candidates

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:15:33 GMT

SCHUYLERVILLE, N.Y. (NEWS10) - Hudson Crossing Park runs education and community programs for Schuylerville and the surrounding communities from a green outdoor learning space. On Friday, the park opened submissions for applicants to an award acknowledging students who have proven their own respect for the environment around them. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! The park is looking for applications for the 2023 Hudson Crossing Park Seedling Award. The award is given to a student who has shown excellence and dedication to their environment and community. Ideal candidates can show that they have served as role models to their fellows, and show the difference that an individual can make for their neighbors and their world.High school seniors from Saratoga, Warren and Washington counties are welcome to apply, including homeschooled students. To apply, students are asked to submit an essay of around 1,000 words, or a 3-5 minute ...

City of Pittsfield to implement three-hour parking on North Street

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:15:33 GMT

PITTSFIELD, Mass. (NEWS10) -- Starting Monday, March 27, a three-hour limit for paid on-street parking will be implemented on North Street. Meters from Park Square to Madison Avenue will be updated to reflect the time limit. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! According to the Department of Public Services and Utilities, customers parked over the allotted time will not be ticketed during the first two weeks. Instead, they will be provided with an explanation of the three-hour limit.“This three-hour parking time will allow sufficient time for customers and clients to visit theirattorney, hairstylist, retailer, accountant, exercise studio, etc., and also allow proper turnover andavailability of parking spaces for other customers throughout the business day,” said David Daunais of the Cheveux Hair Clinic. “These are the simple needs of the business owners that will allow them to continue in business and allow themselves and their ...

New date announced for Springsteen's Albany concert

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:15:33 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- A new concert date has been announced for Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band at MVP Arena. This comes after the original show date on March 14 was postponed due to illness. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Springsteen will now perform on September 19. According to the MVP Arena website, previously purchased tickets will be honored for this new date.Springsteen and The E Street Band postponed two other concerts at Mohegan Sun Arena in Connecticut and Nationwide Arena in Ohio due to illness before the the Albany concert. Those shows have also been rescheduled to September 16 and September 21, respectively. Bruce Springsteen and E Street Band postpone Albany concert According to a post on Springsteen's Twitter page, if you cannot attend the new date, you have until April 16 to request a refund from Ticketmaster. You can also still buy tickets for the new date on the Ticketmaster website.

New plans in store for former Vermont college

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:15:33 GMT

BENNINGTON, Vt. (NEWS10) - The former Southern Vermont College has been closed since 2019, leaving a 371-acre campus unused in the meantime. On Friday, the property's current owner made an announcement regarding its next step. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Southwestern Vermont Health Care, which purchased the campus in 2020, announced on Friday that it had entered an agreement to sell the campus to Alfred Weissman Real Estate, LLC, a Harrison, New York-based developer with a history of civic and business development. The developer has big plans for the future of the campus, itself including the historic Everett Mansion.“The former college campus has served our health system and community well – most especially over the past three years during the pandemic as our COVID Resource Center as we tested and vaccinated over 60,000 people,” stated Tom Dee, president and CEO of Southwestern Vermont Health Care. “AWRE will continue ...

Pictures: St. Patrick's Day Parade in Dogtown

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:15:33 GMT

ST. LOUIS -- Dogtown is a sea of green today as the 38th annual Ancient Order of Hibernian Parade winds through this historic neighborhood. Thousands of people lined the streets to cheer on the marchers. More than 90 floats that highlighted Irish culture and history.The Irish festival continues until 6 p.m and the area is divided into three zones for partying, families, and heritage.St. Charles is hosting the second annual St. Patrick’s Day this evening. It’s on Main Street, starting from the Lewis and Clark Boathouse parking lot at 4:00 p.m., and it marches down South Main Street to First Capitol Drive.

Hospital dresses up newborns as 'Cute clovers' for St. Patrick's Day

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:15:33 GMT

ST. LOUIS -- The newborns at St. Luke’s Hospital are wearing green for St. Patrick's Day. These "cute clovers" are from the Birth Care Suite and Special Care Nursery.The hospital is known for dressing babies up for holidays and special occasions. They have been doing it since 1997. The costumes are made by nurses and volunteers.St. Luke’s Hospital has been named one of the Best Hospitals for Maternity by U.S. News & World Report.

Denver Referred Question 2N: Cleaning up rules around rezoning protest petitions

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:15:33 GMT

The ballot question:Shall the Charter of the City and County of Denver be amended to clarify City Council’s authority regarding zone districts and to require that zoning protests can only be initiated by property owners in Denver?What it does:This ballot question seeks to clarify specific sections of the city’s charter where it deals with zoning regulations. Specifically, it addresses protest petitions for rezoning applications.Protest petitions allow property owners to create a higher bar for the City Council to approve a rezoning application. If a protest petition is signed by enough property owners either within or adjacent to the boundaries of an area that is being considered for rezoning, that petition triggers a super-majority vote. That means 10 of the council’s 13 members must vote to approve the application to pass it instead of just a simple majority of seven or more yes votes.Opponents to the Park Hill golf course rezoning turned in a protest petition with int...