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Yahoo
28-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Green Run women illustrate vulnerability when mail delivery is interrupted
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (WAVY) — Anxiety, inconvenience and late fees are just some of the costs that accumulated over two months for some seniors who rely on their U.S. Mail, but were not receiving it due to problems with their cluster mailbox. Mary Cotton said the problem started when the mail stopped back in March. It was the main door on the back of her cluster mailbox on Sylvan Lane in Green Run. 'It was all the way up and I guess they couldn't get it down,' Cotton said. 'Somebody said it was jammed.' A couple days later she thought the problem had been solved. '[The door] was down, so I thought that the mail was being delivered,' Cotton said. But no mail was being delivered for the next two months. Instead of the mail coming to her,Cotton had to go get it — six miles away to the post office on George Mason Drive near the courthouse. 'I have a bad knee,' Cotton said. 'Sometimes my legs hurt and I don't feel like driving, and gas is expensive, too.' Cotton relies on the mail for her five different medications — blood pressure, thyroid, cholesterol and two digestive conditions. At least Cotton can drive, unlike her neighbor across the street, Darlene Collins. She spent two months getting her mail 'with an Uber or Lyft,' paying for rides to get something that would otherwise be free. And Collins was paying in other ways when her internet bill was delayed. 'They were saying they haven't got the payment,' Collins said. 'And I didn't know when it was due. So I had to pay a late fee because I didn't get my mail.' It's unclear who made the repairs over the weekend, two months after mail delivery was interrupted and three days after Cotton contacted WAVY-TV. Both women say the post office and the Green Run HOA blamed each other for the two months of inconvenience. But it's clear who they are blaming. 'I blame the HOA because I paid them a fee, so they should [maintain the mailboxes],' Cotton said. Collins agreed — 'I'm like, what are we paying our money for?' 10 On Your Side reached out to the head of the Green Run Homes Association and the United State Post Office but they did not immediately respond. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
21-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Goodyear, Glendale special election results released
The Brief Results are trickling in for the special elections that were held in Goodyear and Glendale on May 20. Ballots were mailed out on April 23 for both cities. Two of the highly talked about races are Props 401 and 402 in Glendale, relating to the VAI Resort development. MARICOPA COUNTY, Ariz. - The cities of Glendale and Goodyear held special elections and, on May 20, results became available. What we know "The results included in tonight's post are ballots received through the weekend, via U.S. Mail, Ballot Drop Box, or Ballot Replacement Center. Not included are ballots dropped off or voted in-person on Election Day, provisional ballots, and ballots requiring signature curing," the Mariopa County Elections Department said on May 20. Click here to view the election results. What was on the ballots? For the city of Goodyear, click here to see what was being voted on. For the city of Glendale, click here to see what's being voted on. For both cities, ballots were mailed to registered voters on April 23. For Glendale's Prop 401 and 402, voters are deciding on whether a portion of land can be rezoned near the much-anticipated VAI Resort for office and parking space. "A 'YES' vote shall have the effect of approving Ordinance No. O24-46 amending the VAI Resort, Centerpoint Planned Area Development (PAD) to conditionally rezone a parcel of land in the City of Glendale, Arizona, located at the southeast corner of Cardinals Way and the Loop 101 Freeway subject to stipulations involving lanes and crosswalks, traffic control, sewer access for pools and water features, dark sky lighting, a signing plan and roadway design, and amending the zoning map to conform to the PAD," the city said. "A 'NO' vote shall have the effect of denying Ordinance No. O24-46 amending the VAI Resort, Centerpoint Planned Area Development (PAD) to conditionally rezone a parcel of land in the City of Glendale, Arizona, located at the southeast corner of Cardinals Way and the Loop 101 Freeway, disapproving the zoning map changes and retaining the existing Centerpoint PAD," the city said. Although the resort's development was passed by the Glendale City Council, which is why the project is nearing completion, nonprofit Worker Power opposes the project, gathering enough signatures to put this measure on the ballot.
Yahoo
05-05-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Ohio primary election: What's on the ballot, and where can I vote?
(WKBN) – Ohio's primary election is Tuesday, May 6. Polls will be open from 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. You can find your polling place on the Secretary of State's website. A valid photo ID is required to vote. Early in-person absentee voting began last month. Applications for absentee ballots to be mailed must have been received by the boards of elections by April 29. Absentee ballots, returned in person or via a method other than U.S. Mail, must be received by the boards of elections by the close of polls. Absentee ballots returned by U.S. Mail must be postmarked no later than May 5 and received by the boards of elections by May 10 to be counted. The deadline to register to vote in Ohio has already passed — that deadline was April 7. You can check your voter registration online. There is one statewide issue on the ballot. Issue 2 would allow the state to continue issuing bonds to fund major infrastructure projects at the local level. The program itself is not new. Ohio voters first approved it in 1987 and re-approved it through three separate constitutional amendments since then — the most recent in 2014. The last amendment will sunset on July 1. Issue 2 would amend the Ohio Constitution to allow the state to issue general obligation bonds to help local governments pay for capital improvement projects through the State Capital Improvement Program. The issue does not levy a new tax on Ohioans, since bonds are part of state budget planning, according to the sponsoring lawmakers. But Ohioans' tax dollars would continue to pay down the debts incurred by local governments that take advantage of the program, according to the Ohio Ballot Board. The new debts could take up to 30 years to repay. Locally, there are several candidates running for positions in the primary. In Youngstown, incumbent Mayor Tito Brown is being challenged by City Councilwoman Samantha Turner for the Democratic nomination. The winner will be on the November ballot to face the Republican and Independent candidates. There are also candidates running for Youngstown City Council. Poland Schools is trying to pass an emergency renewal levy, while Lowellville has an income tax increase of 2.5% on the ballot. In Trumbull County, several candidates are running for spots on the Warren and Niles city councils. Girard and Newton Falls also have city council races on the ballot. Vienna Township Fire and EMS has a five-year, 3.5 mills additional levy on the ballot. Vienna is trying to build its fire department's ambulance service back up while the township remains in fiscal emergency. The levy would generate $480,000 a year for the fire department, allowing it to bring back part-time personnel. Champion Township Police also put a five-year, 1.6-mill additional levy on the ballot. The police department said its expenses have exceeded tax revenue every year since 2021. The levy would cost the owner of a $100,000 home $56 per year and generate $413,000 a year for the department. In Columbiana County, Kelly Linger and Danielle Menning are running for Municipal Court Judge in a race that has become contentious at times. Menning was hired in the prosecutor's office in 2020 and is now assigned to juvenile court. Linger was hired as an assistant prosecutor a year later but was appointed last July by Governor Mike DeWine to fill a vacancy on the court. There are also several renewal levies and a Salem City Council race. You can see all of the issues and races on the ballot on the local boards of elections websites here: Columbiana County Board of Elections Mahoning County Board of Elections Trumbull County Board of Elections Justin Dennis contributed to this report. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Boston Globe
05-04-2025
- Politics
- Boston Globe
‘It's just more gangster government': Scenes from the ‘Hands Off' protests against Trump, Musk in Rhode Island
Protesters gather on Saturday, April 5, 2025 for a march from Hope High School to Kennedy Plaza in Providence to protest Elon Musk, Donald Trump, and actions by the Trump administration. Carlos Munos Ward's protesting days go back to the 1970s when she marched against the invasion in Cambodia. But for her, Trump and his cabinet 'are so unthinkable and frustrating.' Ward said she questions why Republican members of Congress 'never' challenge the administration, particularly when it comes to tariffs and what she says is anti-Europe rhetoric. 'The rule of law is gone. He's making enemies around the world in our name,' she said. 'We're not at war, but we're not at peace. What will it take to erupt?' Get Rhode Map A weekday briefing from veteran Rhode Island reporters, focused on the things that matter most in the Ocean State. Enter Email Sign Up Protesters gather on Saturday, April 5, 2025 for a march from Hope High School to Kennedy Plaza in Providence to protest Elon Musk, Donald Trump, and actions by the Trump administration. Carlos Munos Advertisement Protesters gather on Saturday, April 5, 2025 for a march from Hope High School to Kennedy Plaza in Providence to protest Elon Musk, Donald Trump, and actions by the Trump administration. Carlos Munos Protesters gather on Saturday, April 5, 2025 for a march from Hope High School to Kennedy Plaza in Providence to protest Elon Musk, Donald Trump, and actions by the Trump administration. Carlos Munos Spencer Barney said this wasn't her first protest. In her 28 years, the few she has marched in have all been related to speaking out against the actions of a Trump administration. 'I'm really upset about the state of things. It's like we stopped caring about our communities, said Barney, a Massachusetts native, as she held a sign that said 'U.S. Mail: NOT FOR SALE.' 'It's not that hard to care about other people,' said Barney, who said they were most upset about trans children who could not access gender-affirming care and immigrants being deported. 'But it's like this country forgot how to care, and that's why we're out here. To remind them.' Advertisement Protesters gather on Saturday, April 5, 2025 for a march from Hope High School to Kennedy Plaza in Providence to protest Elon Musk, Donald Trump, and actions by the Trump administration. Carlos Munos Shouting into a microphone in front of thousands, Daniel Denvir, the co-chair of Reclaim R.I., said he was 'infuriated and ashamed' that the federal government has continued to send support to support has 'continued the Palestinian genocide,' he said. Rhode Island state Representative Karen Alzate, who previously told the Globe how she had Rhode Island state Representative Karen Alzate spoke at the "Hands Off" protest against President Trump in Providence on Saturday, APril 5, 2025. 'You will not continue to deport my family, my friends, my neighbors.' Alexa Gagosz 'The economy is for us. And we're here to tell this administration that you will not continue to tax our money to use it for your game,' said Representative Karen Alzate, who said she is also introducing a bill locally that she said will tax the rich. 'You will not continue to deport my family, my friends, my neighbors.' Health care workers and union members also went after Rhode Island Governor Dan McKee, a Democrat who proposed a state budget this year that cut millions from health care entities like hospitals and nursing response, the crowd of thousands shouted 'Shame!''We have a saying in our union: When the boss says no, we say yes,' said Jesse Martin, executive vice president of SEIU 1199. This is a developing story and will be updated. Alexa Gagosz can be reached at
Yahoo
28-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
FAQ: Changes to the Sun Journal print editions
Mar. 27—Changes are coming to the Sun Journal beginning Tuesday, April 1. Below you'll find answers to questions about how you get the newspaper, new sections and features inside its pages and other platforms to check out for stories from our journalists. The Maine Trust for Local News is making these updates to ensure long-term sustainability and focus investments where they matter most — in local journalism and coverage. Transitioning weekday print delivery to U.S. Mail, refreshing sections and consolidating syndicated content like puzzles and comics are part of a broader effort to adapt to changing reader habits, reduce costs and strengthen the quality of community and statewide coverage. These shifts allow the organization to prioritize its mission of delivering trusted, community-focused journalism across both print and digital platforms. We'll be able to better deliver the stories, voices and local news that matter to you. The Tuesday through Friday newspaper will now be delivered by mail. The majority of households within our delivery footprint will have home delivery on Sunday. Delivery deadlines will be extended to 11 a.m. on Sunday to accommodate longer and larger delivery routes. There will be no print edition on Saturdays. However, we will offer comics, puzzles and TV listings as ePaper pages online. For Saturday news coverage, we encourage you to check out our sister publication, the Portland Press Herald, at Your subscription entitles you to access the websites and ePapers of and as well. Tuesday-Friday will continue to be available at select newsstands (Lewiston, Auburn, Lisbon, Lisbon Falls, Mechanic Falls, Minot, Oxford, Poland, Sabattus, Turner). Sunday will continue to be available at newsstands within our home delivery footprint. On Thursdays, readers will receive the "Go" entertainment section, featuring "Best Bets" event lists, interviews with Maine artists, musicians and celebrities, and ideas for planning your weekend. Each issue includes a column from culture writer Leslie Bridgers, "Screen Time" from film critic Dennis Perkins and archival "Throwback Photos." On Sundays, readers will receive three new sections: — Audience, with features on Maine culture, arts criticism, book reviews and poetry — Food & Dining, which includes recipes, food and gardening features, and restaurant reviews and news — Opinion as its own separate section, with additional pages of letters and columns from around the state The new focus for the Opinion section will be local and statewide, prioritizing letters and columns about Maine. We are stepping away from syndicated national columnists and will share state and local-focused letters from all parts of the state. Soon we will introduce our new statewide politics columnist, whose columns will be included in this section. Sun Journal readers will have access to 11 new comics moving forward. These include: Rhymes with Orange, Adam @ Home, Big Nate, Close to Home, Get Fuzzy, Non Sequitur, Pearls Before Swine, Pickles, Pooch Cafe, Red and Rover and Arlo & Janis. We are discontinuing Marvin, Hi and Lois, Sally Forth, Crankshaft and Rose is Rose to make room for the new comics. Coming in May will be a daily version of the locally produced comic Anvil Falls from Ernie Anderson. Sun Journal readers will see an expanded TV listing schedule and a new advice column from Carolyn Hax, along with an additional sudoku game. Dr. Keith Roach will no longer appear. Sun Spots will now be featured in the Local section. You can find more local coverage at and in our newsletters, including the newly launched Auburn Now and Lewiston Now. For coverage consideration, email: news@ Local news, legal notices and obituaries can now be found in the first section of the Sunday newspaper. In addition to a fuller local section, you will receive the Maine Sunday Telegram, with the Maine New England, Audience, Food & Dining and Opinion sections. If you have questions you don't see answered here, fill out the form below, or email us at: news@ Copy the Story Link We believe it's important to offer commenting on certain stories as a benefit to our readers. At its best, our comments sections can be a productive platform for readers to engage with our journalism, offer thoughts on coverage and issues, and drive conversation in a respectful, solutions-based way. It's a form of open discourse that can be useful to our community, public officials, journalists and others. We do not enable comments on everything — exceptions include most crime stories, and coverage involving personal tragedy or sensitive issues that invite personal attacks instead of thoughtful discussion. You can read more here about our commenting policy and terms of use. More information is also found on our FAQs. Show less
