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It’s never a good idea to drink and drive. Doing so while children are in the vehicle as well can be especially dangerous. A person should never be tempted to get behind the wheel while intoxicated. They are risking not only their own life but the lives of everyone in the vehicle with them and …

The New York Times reports that several people were killed when a construction crane collapsed at the site of a Canadian building site on Monday, July 12, 2021. According to a statement released by Kelowna Police, the accident happened at approximately 11:00 a.m. as the construction crane was being dismantled at the site of a …

The Daily Gazette reported on Wednesday, July 7, 2021, that a semi tractor-trailer bridge strike earlier this week has City officials in Glenville asking the state to intervene and make much-needed improvements to an underpass at Glenridge and Heckletown Roads. According to Town Supervisor Christopher Koetzle, the city wants the road to be close to …

Every year, incidents involving fireworks become more and more prevalent.  There is a reason why states, cities, and municipalities pass legislation regarding fireworks. In the hands of professionals, spectators can enjoy a breathtaking display. In the hands of the untrained, however, handling fireworks can end in tragedy. That is what happened to one family in …

According to a recent article appearing on the New York Daily News website, two Manhattan men were killed in a private plane crash near Aspen, Colorado, on Sunday, July 4, 2021. According to a spokesperson with the Pitkin County Sheriff’s Office, the tragic plane crashed at approximately 5:30 p.m. when the Beechcraft Bonanza went down …

Fireworks on the 4th of July are a part of celebrating our national holiday.  Unfortunately, every year, people are injured by fireworks meant for consumers and by professional fireworks displays.   Radio station 96.7 Connect FM reports that seems to be what happened in the early morning hours of Sunday, July 4, 2021. An accident involving …

Hudson Valley One reported on Friday, July2, 2021, that citizens and city officials of Gardiner are asking that a four-way traffic signal be installed at the intersection of County Route 7 (Bruynswick Road ) and Route 44/55. The intersection, also known as Benton Corners, was the scene of a fatal crash on June 20 that …

Young children are often fascinated by lawnmowers and other yard equipment. Ensuring children are safely away from and out of danger while adults do yard work is essential.  For one family in Canandaigua, a single moment of inattention could have turned into a tragedy. According to a recent report released in The Democrat & Chronicle, …