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Sake brewery celebrates grand opening in Dutchess County

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:46:57 GMT

HYDE PARK, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Governor Kathy Hochul announced the grand opening of the Dassai Blue Sake Brewery in Hyde Park. The $80 million state-of-the-art facility is the first ever Japan-led sake brewery to open on the East Coast. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Dassai, a company based in Japan, brews Junmai Daiginjo-only sake, which is made from 100% Yamada Nishiki rice, with many considering it the highest level of premium sake. The new enterprise marks the launch of their U.S. brand, Dassai Blue. The property, located at 5 Saint Andrew Road, consists of two buildings: the brewery itself and a rice polishing facility. In addition to the expanded commerce being brought to the area, the new brewery will support the state's tourism efforts by encouraging visitors to plan a trip and learn about the art of sake brewing. Three $50K winning lottery tickets sold in Capital Region “New York’s craft beverage manufacturers a...

Crumbl Cookies in Clifton Park sets opening date

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:46:57 GMT

CLIFTON PARK, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Crumbl Cookies is soon opening up its second Capital Region store. The Clifton Park location at 22 Clifton Country Road will have its grand opening on October 5, according to the Crumbl website. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! For grand opening weekend on October 6 and 7, Crumbl is giving away a Party Box to one winner. To enter, you can tag your friends in this Facebook post, download the Crumbl app, and share a photo of yourself enjoying the grand opening for five extra entries. The giveaway ends October 7 at 11:59 p.m. A winner will be randomly selected and contacted on October 9, said the giveaway post. New HGTV show features homes around Capital Region According to the Crumbl website, the company’s rapid growth has made it the fastest-growing and largest cookie company in the United States. Since opening its first store in 2017, the chain now has more than 800 bakeries in all 50 states.Each...

Couple identified in drug-fuelled high-speed chase

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:46:57 GMT

COLUMBIA, Ill. -- A man and a woman have been identified after a high-speed police chase early Friday morning. Dakota Bowman, 29, and Samantha Hamelmann, 25, are both in custody at the Monroe County Jail.Bowman is facing felony charges for the stolen car chase, having meth on him, trying to deliver Fentanyl. Hamelmann is charged with unlawful possession of methamphetamine. They both have court hearings today."You come to our county to commit a crime and you decide to run, you bet we will chase you, not only chase you we will catch you. Then our States Attorney will charge you, and our Judges will send you to prison. We have a job to do and that is to protect our citizens from evil. If criminals think they can come to Monroe County to commit a crime and think the Sheriff's Department will not chase them, I highly recommend they rethink their plan," states Sheriff Neal Rohlfing.Columbia Police made the arrest on I-255 after a long-distance pursuit. Around 6 a.m. Friday, Monroe County ...

4 pedestrians killed by metro Denver drivers over weekend, putting Colorado on track for record-breaking state total

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:46:57 GMT

Drivers struck and killed four pedestrians in metro Denver over the weekend, putting Colorado on track to beat last year’s record-breaking number of pedestrian fatalities.Early Saturday morning, between 3 and 4 a.m., 34-year-old Andrea Reza was struck by the driver of an SUV while crossing Colfax Avenue in front of the pedestrian bridge.Reza was pronounced dead at the scene, Aurora police said.The suspect fled the scene in what is believed to be a silver Ford Explorer and has not yet been found, Aurora police spokesperson Sydney Edwards said.No arrests had been made as of Monday morning. Anyone with any information is asked to contact Metro Denver Crime Stoppers at 720-913-7867.Later that night, a second pedestrian was hit by a driver, this time in Denver.Around 8 p.m. Saturday, police officers responded to Sheridan Boulevard and Morrison Road, where a pedestrian had been struck by a driver while crossing mid-block, Denver police spokesperson Dave Abeyta said.The unidentified ...

Two vehicles crash, minor injuries reported in I-25 elk crossing Friday night

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:46:57 GMT

A driver suffered minor injuries Friday night after their car hit a large elk on Interstate 25, just north of Colo. 66.The driver declined transport to the hospital, according to a Mountain View Fire Rescue tweet.A second motorist drove into a guardrail and rolled their car while attempting to avoid the elk, which was lying in the roadway. In the tweet, responders said everyone in the second car was OK.Related ArticlesCrime and Public Safety | I-25 reopened in Walsenburg after crash Crime and Public Safety | Motorcyclist killed after running red light and crashing into SUV, Aurora police say Crime and Public Safety | Southbound Interstate 25 in Fort Collins closed starting Friday night Crime and Public Safety | I-70 resurfacing at Colorado’s Vail Pass to begin Wednesday Crime and Public Safety | RTD light-rail barricade fixed on Auraria campus, street traffic open as normal

Broomfield-based footwear giant Crocs loses trademark case against Hobby Lobby, wins against others

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:46:57 GMT

A two-year investigation into footwear giant Crocs’ complaint about potential trademark violations by various other businesses has left the Broomfield-based company both a winner and a loser.The U.S. International Trade Commission’s probe came to a close this month, clearing American retailer Hobby Lobby, American wholesale company Orly Shoe Corp. and Chinese-owned Amoji of any infractions, according to a Federal Register notice.The government agency issued limited exclusion orders, which typically ban the importation of products made by violating companies, to four parties: La Modish, Star Bay, Huizhou Xinshunzu Shoes Co. and Jinjiang Anao Footwear Co. It also sent cease and desist orders to both La Modish and Star Bay.“We are pleased that our trademark rights in the classic clog remain valid and enforceable,” a spokesperson wrote in a statement on Wednesday. The order against the four offending parties “is consistent with our decades-long assertion of...

Long Beach rolls out lower speed limits

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:46:57 GMT

Next time you're driving through Long Beach, slow down. Speed limits are set to be lowered in the city, including dozens to 20 mph or slower.The City Council approved the changes in December, and now, the city is beginning the process of phasing in the changes on 111 street segments.The segments, which total 92 miles, "include streets in all types of neighborhoods in every council district," the city said on its website."Notably, 50 segments totaling 37.7 miles will now have speed limits of 20 mph or less," city officials added. Dozens of Long Beach streets will soon see lower speed limits, as shown in this Sept. 25, 2023, map provided by the city.“The City of Long Beach is leading the way in making our streets safer for all types of commuters,” Mayor Rex Richardson said in a news release. “Not only will these changes encourage more walking and bicycling, reduce noise, and enrich our neighborhoods and business districts— but these speed limit reductions can help save lives...

Five Hospitalized after Truck Accident on Wier Avenue [Phoenix, AZ]

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:46:57 GMT

Truck Accident Injures Multiple Individuals, Including Firefighters, on Wier Avenue near 40th StreetPHOENIX, AZ (September 25, 2023) – In a late Monday morning incident, a collision involving a fire truck and a flatbed truck unfolded on Wier Avenue, resulting in injuries to several individuals.The incident occurred on September 18th, shortly after 11:30 a.m., as a firefighter vehicle was en route to an emergency, traveling eastbound on Wier Avenue.While the firefighter vehicle was responding to the emergency call, a flatbed delivery truck in the vicinity collided with it, near the intersection of 40th Street and Roeser Road.The force of the collision caused injuries to four firefighters and the flatbed truck’s driver. In the aftermath of the accident, paramedics swiftly transported all the injured parties to a local hospital for treatment of their varying injuries.Furthermore, the collision resulted in damage to the flatbed’s gas tank, prompting immediate efforts b...

The Historic Pico House Comes Alive With La Dolce Vita

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:46:57 GMT

The Campari Spagliatos were flowing, authentic carbonara canooded with guanciale, sounds of bel canto filled the air and liters of world-class wine were poured as hundreds of Italophiles filled the plaza surrounding the historic Pico House near Olvera Street for A Taste of Italy on Saturday.Chef Giacomino Drago welcomed guests with samples from his legendary Beverly Hills restaurant  Il Pastaio to the courtyard,  demonstrating spaghetti history on his ancient Il Torchio pasta extruder.  And a special treat for Sopranos fans, FBI agent turned gourmet food distributor  Louis Lombardi was slinging garlicky pizza slices from his Avalou’s pizza company. Eataly served up a chilled zuppa di pomodoro alongside fluffy and creamy tiramisu.  Chef Sal Marino’s delicate oozy spinach lasagna was a glowing testament to his weekly pilgrimages to the Santa Monica Farmers Market. Chef Antonello Zito’s carbonara (Carol Corcoran)Winner of the longest line and a clear standout of the evening...

Man Killed in Pedestrian Accident on Las Vegas Boulevard [Las Vegas, NV]

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:46:57 GMT

Pedestrian Accident on Las Vegas Boulevard Claims the Life of a 76-Year-Old Man near Cheyenne AvenueLAS VEGAS, NV (September 25, 2023) – A pedestrian accident on Las Vegas Boulevard, occurring on September 17th just before 7:55 p.m., resulted in the untimely death of a 76-year-old man.The incident took place in the vicinity just south of Cheyenne Avenue. Upon thorough investigation, law enforcement discovered that the elderly man had been walking outside of a marked crosswalk when he was struck by a 2004 GMC Sierra traveling southbound.Regrettably, the pedestrian’s injuries proved fatal, and paramedics who arrived at the scene pronounced him deceased. As of now, the authorities have not released the identity of the victim.Furthermore, the 18-year-old male driver of the GMC responsibly remained at the scene and cooperated fully with investigators. No indications of impairment were found in the driver’s condition.The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department continues...