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Schenectady's The Horses Lounge closing after 47 years

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 13:14:28 GMT

SCHENECTADY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Horses Lounge, a staple in Schenectady for almost 50 years, is closing its doors. Owner Christian Fritzen made the announcement in a Facebook post on June 21. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! "The last few years have been physically and mentally draining for me," read the post. "The time has come to focus on my health and mental well-being, along with my overall happiness."The Horses Lounge was opened in 1976 by Fritzen's father, Fred, and his wife Gladys. After Gladys passed away in 2002, Fred continued running the business until health issues arose. The Delaware to open in former Kitchen Table space in Albany Fritzen moved back to Schenectady in 2014 to take care of his father and run The Horses Lounge. His father passed away in February 2021. Fritzen said his decision to close The Horses Lounge took months of careful consideration and sleepless nights.The Horses Lounge will officially c...

5 things to know this Thursday, June 22

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 13:14:28 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Happy Thursday! According to Meteorologist Jill Szwed, we will be enjoying another nice warm-up into the 70s on the first full day of summer. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! The man who inspired the "Raise the Age" law was arrested for illegal gun possession on Wednesday. He was released from prison in May on a separate conviction. Meanwhile, a fire in Albany sent two firefighters to the hospital with minor injuries. These stories, and more, are covered in your five things to know this Thursday morning. 1. Albany Police: Parolee arrested for illegal gun possessionDixon inspired changes to the state’s youthful offender law to raise the age teens can be charged as an adult to 21. He was arrested in August 2021 on drug charges and was later arrested again in January 2022 on unrelated gun charges. On Wednesday, he was arrested near Orange and Dove Streets for illegal gun possession.2. Albany f...

Police respond to fatal dirt bike accident in Shaftsbury

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 13:14:28 GMT

SHAFTSBURY, Vt. (NEWS10) -- Vermont State Police responded to a fatal dirt-bike accident off Quarry Road in Shaftsbury, Vermont on Wednesday. Police say 28-year-old Ty Kipp of Bennington was pronounced dead after life-saving measures were unsuccessful. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Police responded to reports of a dirt-bike crash on Quarry Road around 7 p.m. Wednesday. Police say they were advised other riders were on the scene and performed CPR on Kipp, who was reported unresponsive.Both Shaftsbury Fire and Bennington Rescue arrived on the scene and began administering life-saving measures, however, they were unsuccessful. Albany fire sends two firefighters to hospital; minor injuries Following an investigation, troopers determined Kipp struck a chain that was hung across a camp road entrance on his dirt bike. The collision caused significant injuries to Kipp's upper torso and neck area.Troopers say alcohol and drug...

Tishaura Jones set to speak about youth outreach today following recent downtown gun violence

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 13:14:28 GMT

ST. LOUIS - The St. Louis mayor is bringing together community leaders to talk about youth outreach after last weekend's tragic gun violence downtown.It's been four days since 17-year-old Makeo Moore died in a shooting on Washington Avenue. Eleven other victims between the ages of 15 to 19 were either shot or injured. Community leaders are coming together Thursday afternoon to talk about solutions.The shooting happened on the 5th floor of a building on Washington Avenue just after 1:00 a.m. Sunday. Police said a large crowd of teenagers was holding a party. Officers were out working traffic in the area when they saw a bunch of young people running for their lives.In response to this shooting, the city has announced new steps to give teens safe and fun places to hang out over the summer. Tishaura Jones set to speak about youth outreach today following recent downtown gun violence They're planning to expand hours of weekend youth programs at Wohl and Marquette Recreation Centers. Fr...

St. Louis Bridge Club gathering today to raise money for Alzheimer's Association

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 13:14:28 GMT

ST. LOUIS - People in St. Louis are gathering to play bridge for a good cause. The St. Louis Bridge Club is raising money for the Alzheimer's Association.The game of bridge is clinically proven to reduce the risk of cognitive decline by having players use critical thinking and social skills. Thursday, the club will host a full day of bridge play, along with raffles and a silent auction. Teen who lost legs in crash sues the City of St. Louis They have games at 10:00 a.m., 2:00 p.m., and 6:00 p.m.

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers discussing Kaskaskia Port navigation study today

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 13:14:28 GMT

RED BUD, Ill. - The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, St. Louis District is holding a public meeting Thursday night to discuss a navigational study on the Kaskaskia Regional Port District.Three options are being considered: dredging two river side channels to allow shipping and a barge turning area, adding a dredge disposal area, and adding a new dock. The public is encouraged to join the meeting to discuss. Teen who lost legs in crash sues the City of St. Louis It's from 6:00 p.n. to 8:00 p.m. at Southwestern Illinois College in Red Bud.

MSD hosting hearing today on rate hike proposal in St. Louis metro area

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 13:14:28 GMT

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. - MSD is hosting another public hearing Thursday on plans to raise sewer rates across the St. Louis metro area.MSD wants to spend nearly $1.65 billion to improve the system. They want voters to approve a $750 million bond issue. They're also asking for a rate hike, which could nearly double the average monthly bill. Tishaura Jones set to speak about youth outreach today following recent downtown gun violence Thursday night's meeting is at 6:00 p.m. at Brentwood City Hall.

Donation events taking place this weekend to help two Granite City, Illinois bus drivers

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 13:14:28 GMT

GRANITE CITY, Ill. - Two Granite City school bus drivers lost their home in a fire. Now the school district's transportation provider is working to help get them back on their feet.First Student is holding two events this week for Kayleen Shaw and Heather Dundon. The first is a 'Dine to Donate' and silent auction at Terri's Route 66 Diner. That's Thursday from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Teen who lost legs in crash sues the City of St. Louis They'll also hold a 'Stuff the Bus' event at the Granite City High School's parking lot on Saturday. That's from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. There are also two GoFundMe's set up to help the bus drivers.

The top 10 most expensive home sales in Hayward, reported the week of May 29

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 13:14:28 GMT

A house in Hayward that sold for $1.3 million tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in Hayward in the past week.In total, 10 residential real estate sales were recorded in the area during the past week, with an average price of $972,550, $560 per square foot.The prices in the list below concern real estate sales where the title was recorded during the week of May 29 even if the property may have been sold earlier.10. $760,500, single-family residence in the 24600 block of Fairview AvenueThe 983 square-foot detached house in the 24600 block of Fairview Avenue in Hayward has been sold. The transfer of ownership was settled in May and the total purchase price was $760,500, $774 per square foot. The house was built in 1954. The house features three bedrooms and one bathrooms.9. $768,000, townhouse in the 200 block of Old Oak LaneThe property in the 200 block of Old Oak Lane in Hayward has new owners. The price was $768,000. The house was built in 2010 and has...

Pebble Beach Food & Wine festival to make long-awaited return in 2024

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 13:14:28 GMT

PEBBLE BEACH – After four years away, the Pebble Beach Food & Wine festival – Monterey County’s very own epicurean mecca – is staging a comeback next spring.The Pebble Beach Company announced Wednesday that the once smorgasbord of culinary talent will return April 4-7 next year. Hosted for the first time since 2019, details for next year’s event are still pending. But organizers promise a familiar four-day festival filled with cooking demos, wine tastings and exclusive dining experiences at Pebble Beach Resorts, featuring a star-studded list of chefs and sommeliers from near and far.“Pebble Beach has a century-long history of hosting iconic, world-class events and we look forward to adding to that rich history in April 2024 with the return of Pebble Beach Food and Wine,” Pebble Beach Company Chief Executive Officer David Stivers said in a press release. “Some of the best and most creative culinary minds in the country will beat Pebble Beach, showcasing their talents to an eager ...