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Rapids Notebook: Where things stand for Colorado heading into new year, new era

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:40:14 GMT

Watching the ball drop on New Year’s Eve for fans of the Colorado Rapids will give even the most cold-hearted ones something to be relieved about. It’s finally, mercifully, the end of 2023: The single-worst year in franchise history.At midnight, those who choose to sing “For Auld Lang Syne” will more likely be raising a final thank you toast to auld acquaintances, cornerstone players (and people) that have since departed the club (captain Jack Price, Diego Rubio and Steven Beitashour) rather than mull over for an umpteenth time how a season went so horribly wrong. But before ringing in both the new year and head coach Chris Armas at the helm, here’s where things stand heading into a hopeful, and at the very least, less-miserable 2024.Armas barnstorms way through DenverShortly after Pádraig Smith addressed media to recap a six-pick 2024 MLS SuperDraft last Tuesday, he and Armas set off on a whirlwind tour to make amends and shake hands. First, it was som...

Beloved Fremont restaurant calls off closure

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:40:14 GMT

(KRON) – The beloved breakfast restaurant Dino’s Family Restaurant has announced the diner will no longer be closing. On Dec. 16, the owners announced on Facebook that Dino’s would be closing.  Beloved Newark restaurant closes after nearly 54 years The restaurant announced on Facebook on Friday, “We are thrilled to share exciting news about the future of our restaurant. Rest assured, our doors will remain OPEN, and we are grateful for the opportunity to continue serving our community.”The announcement commends Fremont Mayor Lily Mei for her support and commitment to “help local business thrive.”The restaurant says they are “dedicated to increasing access to local products and services” in an effort to support the local economy. The restaurant also expressed gratitude for the community, “We appreciate your continued support, and while the city is supportive of our endeavors, we want to clarify that we are not in a literal partnership nor receiving direct funding. The city's su...

Sonoma County voters' registrar to change office hours

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:40:14 GMT

(BCN) -- The Sonoma County Registrar of Voters Office will change its regular office hours beginning Jan. 3, 2024.According to the office, they will be closed on Wednesdays at 4 p.m., and will be open to the public on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Beloved Fremont restaurant calls off closure "During critical election periods, such as candidate nominations, days when Vote Centers are open, and during public canvassing, the office will stay open until 5 p.m. on Wednesdays, or later, as required," the office said in a statement Tuesday.The change was aligned with the schedule of the County Clerk, Recorder, and Assessor divisions, according to the office, who added this would provide staff enough time to work, attend meetings, participate in training, take courses, and allow cross-training opportunities across divisions. Those who seek more information can visit SoCoVotes.com.Copyright © 2023 Bay City News, Inc.

Wolves dominate Everton for their biggest home win in EPL

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:40:14 GMT

WOLVERHAMPTON, England (AP) — Captain Max Kilman’s first goal in two years inspired Wolves to a dominant win over struggling Everton by 3-0 in the English Premier League on Saturday.The defender’s opener was followed by Matheus Cunha’s tap in and Craig Dawson’s strike at Molineux.Wolves celebrated with teammate Mario Lemina’s shirt after the midfielder missed the game following the death of his father.For the Toffees, their Christmas holidays decline continued. Four straight wins in December have been followed by three successive league defeats and a League Cup exit. They remain a point above the relegation zone after an insipid and powderpuff performance.Wolves — with nine goals in their last three games — were unbeaten in eight games at home and earned a third straight league win for the first time in almost two years. Wolves remained 11th in an increasingly impressive season.Boss Gary O’Neil stressed pre-game he did not see Everton as a struggl...

RHP Chris Flexen agrees to a $1.75 million, 1-year contract with the White Sox,

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:40:14 GMT

Chris Flexen agreed to a $1.75 million, one-year contract with the Chicago White Sox, giving manager Pedro Grifol another possibility for his rotation.Flexen played for Seattle and Colorado this season, going 2-8 with a 6.86 ERA in 29 games, with 16 starts. The right-hander is 27-34 with a 4.95 ERA in 120 major league appearances, including 80 starts.To clear a roster spot, Chicago designated catcher Carlos Pérez for assignment on Saturday.The 29-year-old Flexen had an $8 million salary last season. He was designated for assignment by the Mariners on June 27 and then traded to the New York Mets, who promptly designated him for assignment.Flexen signed a minor league deal with Colorado and was recalled from Triple-A Albuquerque on July 29. He went 2-4 with a 6.27 ERA in 12 starts with the Rockies.The White Sox went 61-101 this year and finished fourth in the AL Central. Their rotation is fronted by Dylan Cease, but he has been mentioned in trade rumors this offseason.Flexen was selec...

Eric Stokes won’t play Sunday due to hamstring issue as Packers’ secondary suffers another setback

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:40:14 GMT

GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — Green Bay Packers cornerback Eric Stokes won’t play Sunday night at Minnesota due to a hamstring injury, causing one more obstacle for a secondary that already will be missing suspended cornerback Jaire Alexander.Stokes hadn’t been listed on Friday’s injury report, but the Packers announced Tuesday the hamstring issue would prevent the 2021 first-round pick from Georgia from playing.The hamstring problem had caused Stokes to spend time on injured reserve earlier this season. Stokes has played in just three games all season and was limited to four special-teams snaps in one of them. Earlier in the year, he was dealing with a foot injury that ended his 2022 season prematurely.The Packers (7-8) had announced Wednesday that Alexander would be serving a one-game suspension due to conduct detrimental to the team. That means Alexander and Stokes will be sidelined when the Packers face All-Pro receiver Justin Jefferson and the Vikings (7-8) in a game with huge playoff...

Man City within 2 points of EPL leader Liverpool after beating Sheffield United

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:40:14 GMT

MANCHESTER, England (AP) — Manchester City beat Sheffield United 2-0 and moved to within two points of English Premier League leader Liverpool on Saturday.Goals from Rodri and Julian Alvarez at Etihad Stadium secured a comfortable win for the defending champions against the bottom-placed team. Third-placed City moved ahead of Arsenal on goal difference and was behind Liverpool and Aston Villa. Villa was second on goal difference after beating Burnley 3-2.While City has looked below its best at times this season, it has been able to stay in reach of the leaders. And with Kevin De Bruyne returning from a hamstring injury, manager Pep Guardiola can hope for improved performances in the new year.They ended 2023 with back-to-back league wins after returning from Saudi Arabia and success in the Club World Cup last week. All five trophies won over the past 12 months — the Premier League, Champions League, FA Cup, European Super Cup and Club World Cup — were on show ahead of kickoff against...

Man fatally shot near Northeast DC high school

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:40:14 GMT

A D.C. man is dead after being shot near Eastern Senior High School Thursday night, according to police.D.C. police said officers responded to a report of a shooting in the 300 block of 17th Street Northeast at about 11:43 p.m. Thursday.Freddie Lee Crawford, 51, of Northeast, was found inside a vehicle with a gunshot wound. He died on the scene, according to police.No additional information has been released. Police ask anyone with information to call 202-727-9099, or text 50411 to leave an anonymous tip.A map of the area where the deadly shooting happened is below: Source

Patriots rule out two players ahead of Week 17 matchup vs. Bills

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:40:14 GMT

Patriots safety Jabrill Peppers and rookie wide receiver Kayshon Boutte didn’t make the trip to Buffalo with the rest of their team on Saturay to play the Bills in Week 17.Peppers (hamstring) and Boutte (illness) were both ruled out on Saturday afternoon as the Patriots traveled to Buffalo.Related ArticlesNew England Patriots | Four Patriots players who can build off momentum Week 17 vs. Bills New England Patriots | Patriots-Bills preview: Can Bill Belichick upset Josh Allen and Co. again? New England Patriots | NFL notes: 9 Patriots share Bill Belichick’s impact on them New England Patriots | Checking in on Patriots 2023 NFL Draft class with two weeks remaining New England Patriots | Patriots-Bills injury report: Ezekiel Elliott among 5 Patriots cleared for Sunday The Patriots play the Bills on Sunday at 1 p.m. They have Kyle Dugger, Jalen Mills, rookie Marte Mapu and Adrian Phillips availab...

Israeli-French hostage recounts harrowing experience in captivity

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:40:14 GMT

JERUSALEM (AP) — An Israeli woman who recently returned from captivity in the Gaza Strip says she was groped by her Palestinian kidnapper and lived in constant fear throughout the weeks she was held hostage.Mia Schem, a 21-year-old dual citizen of Israel and France, was attending a music festival in southern Israel when Hamas militants burst across the border and raided the event site on Oct. 7. More than 300 people were killed and dozens taken hostage.She was released on Nov. 30 during a weeklong cease-fire.In an interview broadcast Friday on Israel’s Channel 13 TV, Schem said she was captured after she got out her friend’s burning car. She said her captor began touching her upper body inappropriately and only stopped after she screamed and he noticed that she had been shot in the arm and badly wounded.“I started screaming, going crazy,” she said. “There were burnt vehicles, bodies.”While in captivity, she was held in a house with a family and watched around the clock by the ...