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LBCI
18-07-2025
- Politics
- LBCI
Israeli violations escalate in South Lebanon with incursion into Meiss El Jabal
Israeli violations in southern Lebanon continued on Friday, as an Israeli force advanced at dawn into residential neighborhoods of Meiss El Jabal, reaching the western district near the local water reservoir. The troops detonated two large excavators belonging to the Council for South Lebanon that were working to remove rubble from the destroyed western neighborhoods. Israeli soldiers also patrolled the town's streets on ATVs.
CTV News
09-07-2025
- General
- CTV News
Noisy ATVs have one Sask. man considering move
Watch WATCH: One Martensville, Sask. resident tells CTV News he's trying to get his city to deal with the noisy dirt bikes and ATVs in the streets.
CTV News
08-07-2025
- CTV News
‘Wish I would have never moved here': Noise from ATVs has Martensville man considering move
A feud is brewing in Martensville, Saskatchewan over the noise of vehicles like dirt bikes and ATVs puttering through the town. The predominantly off-road vehicles are allowed in the city limits under certain guidelines, but one resident is trying to get the wheels in motion to eliminate them entirely. 'I've told the mayor that I wish I would have never moved here. I would rather live someplace else where there's a little bit more safety without endless noise pollution,' Punch Archer told CTV News. Archer has taken videos of the ATVs on the road outside his home in Martensville's northeast corner. Now, he's taken the issue, and his videos, to city council. Martensville ATVs (Courtesy: Punch Archer) 'We moved here three years ago to live close to the city, but not in a city, in a community that was, as Martensville website [says], quote, 'safe and quiet.' Well, it didn't take us two days to realize that that was not the case,' he said. Noise is not the only concern he has about the vehicles. Drivers often speed above the 60-kilometre limit, he says, and he routinely sees children driving the vehicles. SGI issuer and customer support director Curtis Mead tells CTV News that municipalities decide what works best for their community when it comes to ATVs. Provincially, Mead says those between the ages of 12 and 16, the legal driving age, must follow specific rules when driving ATVs on public property. 'You can't travel on the road except to cross, but you have to be accompanied by someone who has a license or took an ATV training,' Mead said. In nearby Warman, their city bylaw states that ATVs cannot be driven anywhere within city limits. That's what Archer wants to see in Martensville. 'I want to live in a safe community, and I want to live in a quiet community,' Archer said. The City of Martensville is currently conducting a survey on the issue. '[The] process will run throughout the summer until September. Feedback will help inform potential changes to municipal bylaws, as well as guide improvements in public education and enforcement,' the city says. Archer is concerned the survey may not be effective if not enough residents know about it. Martensville RCMP told CTV News in an email it's encouraging the public to 'keep safety top of mind when driving.' 'Traffic laws apply to all automotive vehicles. This includes following the posted speed limits and not distracted driving. Drivers who violate the road regulations may be ticketed.' In his research, Archer says he discovered another resident brought the issue up back in 2016, but didn't see results. 'If I see they're actively doing something, you know, I'm willing to work with you guys in one way or another,' he says. He plans to attend a city council meeting Tuesday, where the issue is on the agenda.
Yahoo
07-07-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Doctor Reveals 1 Thing Kids Should 'Never' Do During Summer
Summer is the time for kids to have fun and make life-lasting memories. School is out, and the possibilities for good times seem endless. However, while children are usually carefree, there are plenty of things their parents need to be concerned about when they're out playing, says Dr. Arun Chopra. Chopra, a pediatric critical care physician, provided the New York Post with six safety tips for children this summer. The advice was related to staying cool, practicing water safety, avoiding bug bites and other important topics. The one specific thing that Chopra said he "never let my kids do" is ride a bicycle, scooter, skateboard, ATV or any other device with wheels without the protection of a helmet. "Head trauma is probably the most preventable serious injury that kids can get while playing," the doctor explained. "It really is an absolute requirement that they wear a helmet at all times." Chopra added that he is concerned about brain damage and major head injuries, which is why he cautioned parents to be very wary of letting their kids ride one particular recreational vehicle. "That's why I would be particularly cautious with ATVs. While they can be a lot of fun, they present significant risks," Chopra said. "First, they can go fast. Younger children can get thrown very easily, so helmets and seatbelts are imperative. "They're also heavy and can crush a child if they roll over. Parents need to confirm that the machine is the right size and that operators know what they're doing. Alcohol should not be involved." According to the Consumer Federation of America, there were 420 ATV fatalities in 2024. A large number--288 to be exact--of those deaths were suffered by the driver, with the passenger being killed 43 times and a bystander dying on three occasions. Eighty-six ATV fatalities fall under the "unknown" or "other" categories. In total, 65 people between the ages of 0-15 were killed in ATV accidents, per the same report. Doctor Reveals 1 Thing Kids Should 'Never' Do During Summer first appeared on Men's Journal on Jul 7, 2025
CBS News
16-05-2025
- CBS News
PPD outlines crackdown on illegal car meetups, ATVs as weather warms in Philadelphia
As the weather warms and summer nears, police leaders claim they're prepared to tackle one of Philadelphia's long-standing quality of life problems: illegal car meetups and ATVs on city streets. The informal gatherings are often promoted on social media and have been a nuisance in the city, but the Philadelphia Police Department believes they're making strides in both areas. Top department officials gathered at police headquarters on Broad Street to highlight what they see as progress in this fight. "We were just in containment mode. It was 'contain, contain,'" Police Commissioner Kevin Bethel said. "Now, we're very much in a proactive space, being very engaged." Along with violent crime, Bethel said it has been one of his top priorities to pin down these quality-of-life issues that have long plagued Philadelphia residents. He said a turning point was what police have dubbed the "Project X" meetup, where cars and people effectively shut down the intersection of Spring Garden Street and Delaware Avenue. Since then, department leaders say they've formed a car meetup investigative group and changed tactics. Now, they look at these meetups as not simply one-off events but as organizations with promoters. Investigators said that a key tool has been increased efforts on social media. It's how police said these meetups get started and spread to others, and one they can use to get ahead of the events. "Social media is the platforms they use. And one quote I got from a social media investigator is, 'There's no way to hide from technology.'" Inspector Ray Evers said. "There is no way. And every time they go to different platforms, we will follow them." Police leaders also highlighted investments in better technology. Bethel said all department vehicles will be equipped with license plate reading technology. Bethel added that while the meetups can come together quickly, and people flee as police arrive, the technology will be able to help officers track down those involved. "So you may get me in the moment, you saw how quickly they come together," Bethel said. "But when my men and women are on station, we'll be able to capture every car." Authorities said since the "Project X" meetup last September, they have seized more than 50 vehicles and made 27 arrests. Police officials also say they have been ramping up enforcement of illegal off-road vehicles on the street, like ATVs and some dirt bikes. According to Deputy Commissioner Michael Cram, the department took 1,255 off-road vehicles off the street in 2024. Police data shows that through May 14, 2025, they've removed another 617. Bethel admitted that while they're seeing progress, there is still work to be done, and shutting down all car meetups is a tall task. But he issued a warning as the city enters warmer months. "As we continue to advance in our skill set in this space, there's going to be a high degree of certainty that we are going to capture everyone who was there and be able to identify all those vehicles," Bethel said.
