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Yahoo
30-05-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Man charged with multiple DWIs after crashing car in Town of Fenton with kids inside
TOWN OF FENTON, N.Y. (WIVT/WBGH) – A Pennsylvania man is facing multiple felony DWI charges after crashing his car with two small kids inside in the Town of Fenton, the Broome County Sheriff's Office announced Friday. 42-year-old Jason M. Delong, of Susquehanna, Pa, is accused of displaying signs of impairment, including glossy eyes, poor coordination and balance, and a failed field sobriety test after crashing his car with a three-year-old and four-year-old inside in the area of 792 NY Route 369 in Fenton. Officials say the car was traveling north on Rt. 369 when it left the road, struck a guardrail and crossed two lanes of traffic before stopping on Gould Road. Police say there were no child safety seats in the car either. Members of Broome Ambulance and Port Crane Fire responded with BCSO Road Patrol and evaluated the kids for any injuries. The children were cleared without injury. The two children involved remained at the nearby residence with a community member and members of the Broome County Sheriff's Office until a family member arrived to take them home. Delong was processed and arraigned at the Central Arraignment Part before being remanded tothe Broome County Correctional Facility. He was officially charged with: Two (2) Counts of Aggravated DWI (with Child Passenger under 16, First Offense),Class E Felonies Driving While Ability Impaired by Drugs (Prior Conviction), a Class E Felony Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle in the 1st Degree, a Class E Felony Two (2) Counts of Reckless Endangerment in the 2nd Degree, Class A Misdemeanors BCSO was assisted at the scene by Broome Ambulance Services and Port Crane FireDepartment. Several states call for tighter restrictions on SNAP benefits June 2 recognized as Sock Out Cancer Day in New York Mirabito collecting donations for Folds of Honor Vestal veteran inducted into New York State Senate Veterans Hall of Fame 'M*A*S*H' actress Loretta Swit dies at 87 Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
14-04-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
INDIAN MOTORCYCLE UNITES RIDERS WITH 'FOLDS OF HONOR' CHARITY RIDE TO BENEFFIT MILITARY AND FIRST RESPONDER FAMILIES
National Charity Ride Offers Platform for Riders from Around the Country to Raise Funds and Support Families of Fallen or Disabled U.S. Military Service Members & First Responders In its Second Year, Indian Motorcycle Sets a New Fundraising Goal of $250,000 Indian Motorcycle to Giveaway Brand-New, Sport Chief RT to Top Fundraiser, Additional Product & Prizes Offered for Various Levels of Donations MINNEAPOLIS, April 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Indian Motorcycle, America's First Motorcycle Company, is proud to announce the return of its Folds of Honor national charity ride, benefitting families of fallen or disabled U.S. military service members and first responders. On September 20, 2025, riders around the country can join a ride at their local Indian Motorcycle dealership. Riders can donate or register now at the Indian Motorcycle IMRG National Charity webpage. Building on the success from last year, the 2025 charity ride aims to support even more families of military personnel and first responders. In 2024, Indian Motorcycle demonstrated the generosity and dedication of its owners' community, as the program eclipsed its goal of $50,000 and raised $114,000 for Folds of Honor. This year, Indian Motorcycle has set its sights even higher, setting an ambitious goal of $250,000 to further amplify the impact of its charitable mission. "The incredible response from our riders and supporters last year proved just how much this cause means to our community," said Aaron Jax, Vice President of Indian Motorcycle. "We are building on that momentum to make an even greater impact in our second year. This event is not just about the ride – it's a powerful tribute to the brave men and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice to serve and protect us, and a testament to our community's unwavering support." Every donation, big or small, drives the mission to support families of fallen or disabled service members and first responders. To amplify fundraising efforts, Indian Motorcycle will auction a custom Sport Chief RT, donating all the proceeds raised to Folds of Honor. As an added incentive, donors can earn exclusive rewards, including a brand-new, 2025 Indian Sport Chief RT for the top fundraiser and an all-expenses-paid trip to attend the auction for the runner-up. "We are incredibly grateful to Indian Motorcycle and the dedicated riders who support our mission," said Lt Col Dan Rooney, Founder and CEO of Folds of Honor. "By participating in our second charity ride and contributing to these fundraising efforts, riders are making a profound commitment to honoring our nation's heroes and providing life-changing educational opportunities for their families." For nearly 20 years, Folds of Honor has provided educational support to the families of fallen or disabled service members and first responders. Folds of Honor has awarded nearly 62,000 educational scholarships totaling approximately $290 million in educational impact. The Folds of Honor charity ride serves as one of many events featuring the Indian Motorcycle Riders Group (IMRG). With approximately 137 chapters and 7,500 riders from around the country, IMRG hosts hundreds of rides and events each year for members and general motorcycle riders alike. To learn more, visit the IMRG webpage. Registration and donations are now available at the IMRG National Charity webpage. For more information, please visit or follow along on Facebook, X and Instagram. ABOUT INDIAN MOTORCYCLEIndian Motorcycle is America's First Motorcycle Company. Founded in 1901, Indian Motorcycle has won the hearts of motorcyclists around the world and earned distinction as one of America's most legendary and iconic brands through unrivaled racing dominance, engineering prowess and countless innovations and industry firsts. Today that heritage and passion is reignited under new brand stewardship. To learn more, please visit ABOUT FOLDS OF HONORFolds of Honor is a 501(c) (3) nonprofit organization that provides educational scholarships to the spouses and children of US military service members and first responders who have fallen or been disabled while serving our country and communities. Our educational scholarships support private school tuition or tutoring in grades K-12, tuition for college, technical or trade school and post-graduate work, including a master's degree, doctorate, or professional program. Funds for a second bachelor's degree or trade/technical program certification are also available. Since its inception in 2007, Folds of Honor has awarded nearly 62,000 scholarships totaling about $290 million in all 50 states. Among the students served, 45 percent are minorities. A total of 91 percent of expenses fund our mission of providing educational scholarships to the families of our nation's heroes. It is rated a four-star charity by Charity Navigator and Platinum on Candid. It was founded by Lt Col Dan Rooney, the only-ever F-16 fighter pilot (with three combat tours in Iraq) and PGA Professional. He is currently stationed at Headquarters Air Force Recruiting Service at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas. For more information or to donate in support of a Folds of Honor scholarship visit View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Indian Motorcycle
Express Tribune
17-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Ben Folds announces 2025 tour with solo concerts, symphony collaborations, and fan-requested performances
Ben Folds has announced his 2025 tour, which will feature a mix of solo performances, symphony orchestra collaborations, and the return of his interactive Paper Airplane Request Tour. The tour kicks off on March 18-19 in Kansas City, Missouri, with a performance alongside the Kansas City Symphony. Over the following months, he will join renowned orchestras in cities like Detroit, Milwaukee, and Chicago. Photo: Instagram In addition to his symphony performances, Folds will bring back the fan-favorite Paper Airplane Request Tour, where audience members write song requests on paper airplanes and toss them onto the stage. Stops for this unique experience include Johnson City, Tennessee, on April 11, and Marietta, Ohio, on April 12. He will also perform solo shows in various cities, including Warren, Ohio, Wausau, Wisconsin, and Portland, Maine. The tour will wrap up on December 2, 2025, in Portland, Oregon. Widely recognized as the frontman of Ben Folds Five, Folds has built a celebrated career in alternative rock and piano-driven pop. His hit songs include Brick, Army, and The Luckiest, and he has collaborated with artists like Regina Spektor and Weird Al Yankovic. Beyond music, he has served as a judge on NBC's The Sing-Off and worked as an artistic advisor for the National Symphony Orchestra. Tickets for most dates are already on sale, with additional releases expected soon. Fans can visit Ben Folds' official website for the full tour schedule and ticket details.
Yahoo
12-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Trump Says He's Been ‘Unanimously' Elected Kennedy Center Chair After Its President Is Fired
President Donald Trump said Wednesday he was 'unanimously' elected as chairman of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. The move came after sitting president Deborah F. Rutter was fired from her post. Trump's election also led to further shakeup on the center's leadership team, as artistic advisor of the National Symphony Orchestra Ben Folds, a renowned singer and songwriter, resigned shortly after. 'Given the developments at the Kennedy Center, effective today. I am resigning as artistic advisor to the NSO. Not for me,' Folds wrote in an Instagram post minutes after Trump posted his own announcement to Truth Social. 'It's been a wonderful eight years working with Kennedy Center President Deb Rutter, fellow artistic advisor Renee Fleming, and the entire NSO staff, encouraging thousands of fresh new audiences to appreciate symphonic music. Mostly, and above all, I will miss the musicians of our nation's symphony orchestra — just the best.' Over on his Truth Social platform, the president shared news of his 'unanimous' election. 'It is a Great Honor to be Chairman of The Kennedy Center, especially with this amazing Board of Trustees,' Trump said in a statement. 'We will make The Kennedy Center a very special and exciting place!' Trump's new role came after Rutter, the Kennedy Center's longtime president, stepped down after 11 years. At the time, the center announced that David M. Ruber would move forward as the leader of the board through September 2026. On Tuesday, Trump selected his ally Richard Grenell as an interim executive director of the Kennedy Center in Washington. Grenell previously served the president as ambassador to Germany during his first term in the White House. Of her departure, Rutter said serving as the center's president had been the honor of her career. 'The goal of the Kennedy Center has been to live up to our namesake, serving as a beacon for the world and ensuring our work reflects America,' she said in a statement. 'I depart my position proud of all we accomplished to meet that ambition. From the art on our stages to the students we have impacted in classrooms across America, everything we have done at the Kennedy Center has been about uplifting the human spirit in service of strengthening the culture of our great nation.' In addition, Trump announced on Friday that he would purging the Kennedy Center of 18 board members, including its chair, according to the New York Times. Folds has served the NSO as an advisor since 2017 and was the first person to hold the title. The post Trump Says He's Been 'Unanimously' Elected Kennedy Center Chair After Its President Is Fired appeared first on TheWrap.
Yahoo
12-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Ben Folds Resigns From National Symphony Orchestra Role as Trump Seizes Kennedy Center
Ben Folds has resigned as artistic advisor to the National Symphony Orchestra as President Donald Trump took charge of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. 'Given developments at the Kennedy Center, effective today I am resigning as artistic advisor to the NSO,' Folds wrote on Instagram Wednesday, Feb. 12. 'Not for me.' More from Rolling Stone How the Village People Went From 'Y.M.C.A.' to MAGA Elizabeth Warren to Elon Musk: 'You Don't Get to Slither Around in the Dark' How Trump Plans To Make Enemy FBI Staffers' 'Lives a Living Hell' Folds was named the NSO's first artistic advisor in 2017. Since then, he's primarily spearheaded the 'Declassified' concert series, which finds the NSO reimagining classical and contemporary music alongside an array of different artists. Past performances have included Julien Baker, Sara Bareilles, Jon Batiste, Jacob Collier, and William Shatner. In his resignation note, Folds thanked his various collaborators at the Kennedy Center and the NSO, and spoke about how much it's meant to him to spend eight years 'encouraging thousands of fresh new audiences to appreciate symphonic music.' He closed by thanking the NSO itself, saying, 'Mostly, and above all, I will miss the musicians of our nation's symphony orchestra — just the best.' Last week, Trump announced his plans to gut the board of trustees at the Kennedy Center, including its chairman, billionaire philanthropist David Rubenstein. He said the board did 'not share our Vision for a Golden Age in Arts and Culture.' Folds' note coincides with today's news that Trump has officially been elected as the center's new chairman (via The New York Times). He's also named Richard Grenell — former ambassador to Germany during Trump's first term — the center's interim executive director, and filled the board with loyalists such as Chief of Staff Susie Wiles and Second Lady Usha Vance. Best of Rolling Stone The 50 Greatest Eminem Songs All 274 of Taylor Swift's Songs, Ranked The 500 Greatest Albums of All Time
