Vestal Endicott Bridge closing for repairs
The Broome County Department of Public Works is closing the Vestal Endicott Bridge in the Town of Vestal on April 28 at 6 a.m. The bridge will be closed to fix the North side approach and walkway.
The bridge will reopen on May 2 after 5 p.m.
All thru traffic will need to seek alternate routes.
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Hamilton Spectator
30-07-2025
- Hamilton Spectator
8.8-magnitude earthquake sends small tsunami into coasts of Russia, Japan and Alaska
TOKYO (AP) — One of the world's strongest earthquakes struck Russia's Far East early Wednesday, an 8.8-magnitude temblor that caused tsunami waves in Japan and Alaska and prompted warnings for Hawaii, North and Central America and Pacific islands south toward New Zealand. Ports on the Kamchatka Peninsula in Russia near the quake's epicenter flooded as residents fled inland. Cars jammed streets and highways in Honolulu hours before tsunami waves were expected, with standstill traffic even in areas away from the shoreline. People were advised to move to higher ground around much of the Pacific coast and warned that the potential tsunami danger may last for more than a day. Most places where tsunami waves have already washed ashore have reported no significant damage so far. Waves less than a foot (under 30 centimeters) above tide levels were observed in the Alaskan communities of Amchitka and Adak, said Dave Snider, tsunami warning coordinator with the National Tsunami Warning Center in Alaska. White waves washed up to the shoreline on Japan's Hokkaido in the north and Ibaraki and Chiba, just northeast of Tokyo, in footage aired on Japan's NHK public television. A tsunami of 60 centimeters (2 feet) was recorded at Hamanaka town in Hokkaido and Kuji port in Iwate, according to the Japan Meteorological Agency. Several areas reported smaller waves including 20 centimeters (8 inches) in Tokyo Bay five hours after the quake. Hawaii and Oregon warn residents of potential damage The impact of the tsunami could last for hours — such as in Adak, a community of about 70 people in Alaska's Aleutian Islands — or perhaps more than a day, Snider said. 'A tsunami is not just one wave,' he said. 'It's a series of powerful waves over a long period of time. Tsunamis cross the ocean at hundreds of miles an hour — as fast as a jet airplane — in deep water. But when they get close to the shore, they slow down and start to pile up. And that's where that inundation problem becomes a little bit more possible there.' 'In this case, because of the Earth basically sending out these huge ripples of water across the ocean, they're going to be moving back and forth for quite a while,' which is why some communities may feel effects longer, he said. Hawaii Gov. Josh Green said data from Midway Atoll, which is between Japan and Hawaii, measured waves from peak to trough of 6 feet (1.8 meters). He said waves hitting Hawaii could be bigger or smaller and it was too early to tell how large they would be. A tsunami of that size would be akin to a 3 foot (90 centimeter) wave riding on top of surf, he said. 'This is a longitudinal wave with great force driving through the shoreline and into land,' he said at a news conference. Green said Black Hawk helicopters have been activated and high-water vehicles were ready to go in case authorities need to rescue people. 'But please do not put yourself in harm's way,' he said. The Oregon Department of Emergency Management said on Facebook that small tsunami waves were expected along the coast starting around 11:40 p.m. local time, with wave heights between 1 to 2 feet (30 to 60 centimeters). It urged people to stay away from beaches, harbors and marinas and to remain in a safe location away from the coast until the advisory is lifted. 'This is not a major tsunami, but dangerous currents and strong waves may pose a risk to those near the water,' the department said. Much of the West Coast spanning Canada's British Columbia province, Washington state and California were also under a tsunami advisory. A tsunami of less than 30 centimeters (under 1 foot) was forecast to hit parts of Vancouver Island, British Columbia. The province's emergency preparedness agency said waves were expected to reach remote Langara Island around 10:05 p.m. Tuesday and Tofino around 11:30 p.m. The agency said 'multiple waves over time' were expected. Russian regions report quake damage The quake at 8:25 a.m. Japan time had a preliminary magnitude of 8.0, Japan and U.S. seismologists said. The U.S. Geological Survey later updated its measurement to 8.8 magnitude and the USGS said the quake occurred at a depth of 20.7 kilometers (13 miles). The quake was centered about 119 kilometers (74 miles) east-southeast from the Russian city of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky, which has a population of 180,000, on the Kamchatka Peninsula. Multiple aftershocks as strong as 6.9 magnitude followed. The first tsunami wave hit the coastal area of Severo-Kurilsk, the main settlement on Russia's Kuril Islands in the Pacific, according to the local governor Valery Limarenko. He said residents were safe and staying on high ground until the threat of a repeat wave was gone. The quake caused damage to buildings and cars swayed in the streets in Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky, which also had power outages and mobile phone service failures. Russian news agencies quoting the regional Health Ministry saying several people sought medical help in Kamchatka after the earthquake, but no serious injuries were reported. Among the world's strongest recorded quakes The earthquake appeared to be the strongest anywhere in the world since the 9.0 magnitude earthquake off northeastern Japan in March 2011 that caused a massive tsunami that set off meltdowns at a nuclear power plant. Only a few stronger earthquakes have ever been measured around the world. The tsunami alert disrupted transportation in Japan. Ferries connecting Hokkaido and Aomori on the northern tip of Japan's Honshu island were suspended, as well as those connecting Tokyo and nearby islands, and some local train operations were suspended or delayed, according to operators. Sendai airport temporarily closed its runway. In Japan's northern coastal town of Matsushima, dozens of residents took refuge at an evacuation center, where water bottles were distributed and an air conditioner was running. One person told NHK she came to the facility without hesitation based on the lesson from the 2011 tsunami. Japanese nuclear power plants reported no abnormalities. Tokyo Electric Power Company Holdings, which operates the tsunami-hit Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant, said about 4,000 workers are taking shelter on higher ground at the plant complex while monitoring remotely to ensure plant safety. 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The emergency management agency said people should move out of the water, off beaches and away from harbors, marinas, rivers and estuaries. The waves would start arriving late Wednesday local time. The quake was the strongest to hit this area on the Kamchatka Peninsula since 1952, according to the local branch of the Geophysical Survey of the Russian Academy of Sciences. The 9.0 quake on Nov. 4, 1952, in Kamchatka caused damage but no reported deaths despite setting off 9.1-meter (30-foot) waves in Hawaii. They said that while the situation 'was under control' there was a risk of aftershocks, which could last for up to a month and warned against visiting certain coastal areas. Earlier in July, five powerful quakes — the largest with a magnitude of 7.4 — struck in the sea near Kamchatka. The largest quake was at a depth of 20 kilometers and was 144 kilometers (89 miles) east of the city of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky. ___ This story has corrected the wave height forecast in Oregon to between 1 and 2 feet, not 1 and 3 feet. Error! Sorry, there was an error processing your request. There was a problem with the recaptcha. Please try again. You may unsubscribe at any time. By signing up, you agree to our terms of use and privacy policy . This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google privacy policy and terms of service apply. Want more of the latest from us? Sign up for more at our newsletter page .
Forbes
29-07-2025
- Forbes
Nobu Hotel: Toronto's Newest Luxury Getaway
Mizu Suite, Nobu Hotel, Toronto Brandon Barré Photography Nobu Hotel Toronto, which launched last month, is a stunning fusion of Japanese elegance and contemporary Canadian design and certainly has the wow factor. The city's newest 5-star luxury hotel occupies the top floors of a mixed-use tower, providing guests with probably the best views of the city skyline and Lake Ontario. Guests have an incredible closeup of Toronto's most famous landmark, the CN Tower, from the hotel's floor-to-ceiling windows. The understated elegance of the lobby at Nobu Hotel Toronto Brandon Barré Photography Nobu opened the Toronto location of its world renowned restaurant in 2024, along with its residences. The hotel rooms on floors 41 to 45 opened in June 2025 complete Nobu's luxury offering. The 36 beautifully designed rooms and suites in what is the highest luxury hotel in the city, offer both privacy (entry involves getting buzzed in via a discreet side door off Mercer street) and panoramic views of Lake Ontario and Toronto's iconic skyline. Marketing Director Alex Marconi stresses that 'the hotel is fully private and closed to the public—only hotel guests have access.' Zen Junior Suite at Nobu hotel Toronto Brandon Barré Photography Design is by Toronto firm Studio Munge who also designed Toronto's Park Hyatt, the stunning waterfront Muir hotel in Halifax and Rosewood, Vancouver. The designers have done an amazing job with Nobu Toronto, using natural materials, warm woods and subtle Japanese detailing, to create a zen-like vibe throughout the hotel. Rooms range in size from 400 square feet for the 'entry level' room to 1,300 square feet for the corner suites. The views from Nobu's signature suites are described as cinematic and that's no exaggeration. It's tempting simply to gaze at these views all day as you won't find a better vantage point of the major landmarks anywhere else in Toronto. You can also take in the views from the hinoki wood deep-soaking tub beside panoramic windows. Other Japanese touches include the toilets of course, yukata robes and slippers. Sushi Bar, Nobu Toronto Joel Esposito The food and drink offer is superb with Nobu restaurant offering hotel guests priority booking. The a la carte breakfast is complimentary in the Sakura Lounge which also offers light bites throughout the day. A nice touch is the complimentary mini-bar in each room, filled with locally sourced snacks and non-alcoholic beverages. For wellness, there isn't a spa but rooms have yoga mats and Earth+Sky TV on-demand fitness classes and there's a petite but well-equipped gym with Technogym equipment, Peloton bikes, Frame Pilates reformer or explore the city on the hotel's bicycles. The starting rate at Nobu Toronto is from $595 CAD + tax per night. What to Do Nearby Nobu Toronto is ideally located near the harbour front of Lake Ontario which is lovely for a stroll or you can hop on a ferry to Toronto island, actually a group of 15 islands inter-connected by pathways and bridges. You can walk from one end of the Island to the other. Take a 13-minute ferry ride from the Jack Layton Ferry Terminal at the foot of Bay St. and Queen's Quay or there are private water taxis for hire. And even nearer the hotel is the theater district, interesting shopping areas and a variety of bars and restaurants. Harriet's Rooftop at 1 Hotel Toronto 1 Hotel Drinks and light bites on the terrace at the buzzy Harriet's Rooftop Restaurant, at 1 Hotel on Wellington Street West, is always a good idea. The seafood platter is an excellent choice for sharing and seasonal cocktails include the intriguingly named Mango Sticky Rice Punch and That's My Jam. Even if you can't grab a spot near the popular rooftop pool, the views of the city are pretty great. A mural and art installation at Kensington Market, Toronto Joanne Shurvell Bohemian Kensington Market, just off Spadina Avenue, is one of Toronto's most vibrant neighborhoods and well worth a visit. It has plenty of independent boutiques, vintage clothing stores, cafes and bars. Among the highlights are Courage My Love, a retro treasure trove of clothes, jewellery and home goods that's been thrilling visitors with its eclectic selection since 1975. Power Plant, Toronto Joanne Shurvell The Power Plant contemporary art gallery, located on the harbourfont overlooking Lake Ontario, is great for a culture fix. The current exhibition by Emmanuel Osahor is the artist's first major solo presentation in his home city and includes paintings, drawings, prints, ceramic sculptures and a stunning, large, site-specific photographic wallpaper. The main gallery immerses the viewer in lush, verdant garden scapes—inspired by real and imagined locations.
Los Angeles Times
29-07-2025
- Los Angeles Times
Perseid meteor shower: When it peaks and what could spoil the party
When it comes to meteor showers, the Perseids pop. It's not just about the quantity of meteors (as many as 100 per hour) and their showy quality (fireballs!) but also their superb timing. The annual shower hits its peak on warm, laid-back August nights as the Earth crosses paths with the dust cloud left by comet Swift-Tuttle on its every-133-years swing past our planet. Watching the shower can be an awesome experience as meteors streak past in the summertime heavens, leaving light and color in their wake. John Denver, 27 and on a camping trip amid the Colorado pines, was so moved after seeing the Perseids rain fire in the sky that he wrote 'Rocky Mountain High.' That said, this year there's a caveat. The meteor shower is set to peak the night of Aug. 11 and 12, according to Ed Krupp, director of L.A.'s Griffith Observatory. NASA says the best viewing time is in the predawn hours. But the moon will get in the way. 'The waning gibbous moon will severely compromise this shower at the time of maximum activity,' notes the American Meteor Society. The moon will be about 92% full and in the sky much of the time as the shower hits its peak, Krupp said. 'Fainter meteors will be lost in the moon's glow,' he told The Times. 'At its best, the Perseid shower delivers between 50 to 100 meteors per hour, but this year far fewer will be seen.' Stargazers can cross their fingers for more fireballs, a phenomenon that the Perseid shower is known for, according to NASA. 'Fireballs are larger explosions of light and color that can persist longer than an average meteor streak,' NASA says. 'This is due to the fact that fireballs originate from larger particles of cometary material.' Krupp advises that those who are 'committed to the Perseids' despite the diminished chances of visibility this year 'should go somewhere far from any urban center and away from the scattered glare of artificial lighting.' Experts advise booking campsites in Joshua Tree, the Mojave Desert and Anza-Borrego Desert State Park. There are multiple other good spots. Once there, aim for an expansive view because, although the Perseids seem to radiate from the northern constellation Perseus, they can appear anywhere, Bill Cooke, a NASA meteor scientist, told The Times in 2024. 'So get on a cot or on a sleeping bag,' he said, 'and lie flat on your back and look straight up.' Good news for 2026: The forecast for the Perseid meteor shower is excellent. The moon will be dark, and as NPR reports, an unusually large number of meteors are expected to flash through the night sky.
