This was a confusing time for me. First, on the soap, for my value to be in my virginity and that I was punished for its loss, and then on Boy Meets World being tasked to be “Disney sexual” (a term referring to the furthest boundary that can be pushed before the Mouse tosses his cheese), I was constantly trying to prove my value by both sharing and hiding my body –- and walking the line between both in some strange scenarios. I once choked on a hot dog and was given the Heimlich by Matthew Lawrence, which looked exactly like you’d think. When I wore too little or spoke too much, I was told to be quiet and cover up or I’d be considered at best displeasing for the audience or at worst a whore. When I was more chaste and quieter, I’d be told I need to “sell it more.” That boys at home don’t like a prude.
Snowfall Map: These Areas Expected To See Most Accumulation From Approaching Winter Storm
A widespread half-foot of snowfall with locally higher amounts is expected from an approaching new winter storm.
ID Released Of 15-Year-Old HS Student Found Dead At Westchester Intersection (Update)
A 15-year-old boy was found unresponsive at an intersection in Westchester County, prompting a police investigation.
The incident happened early Thursday, Feb. 6, around 6:15 a.m., when New Rochelle Police responded to the area of Charles Street and Washington Avenue for a report of an unresponsive person, New Rochelle Police Captain J. Collins Coyne said.
Upon arrival, officers found unresponsive 15-year-old Jonson Temaj. They attempted to render aid before he was transported to a nearby hospital, where he was later pronounced dead.
Temaj was a student at New Rochelle High School, Coyne confirmed.
The Westchester County Medical Examiner's Office has been notified and will conduct an autopsy to determine the cause and manner of death.
He used charisma where appropriate, most notably his approach to the army of Caesar immediately after their hero was murdered. He used their emotions, his standing as the son of Caesar, and personal charisma to win them over to his side. Octavian also knew the public would respond to strength and he strove to exhibit his personal strength in ways that would influence public opinion throughout this period.
Octavian consistently utilized rational-legal forms by adhering to the traditional structure of the Republic – utilizing the Senate to introduce bills and nominate magistrates and the assembly to pass the bills and elect government officials.
Octavian must be considered as one of the greatest political leaders of all time and it’s not surprising that he was able to rule the imperial state for some forty years. How he skillfully transitioned Rome from the Republic to the Principate is another story – one we will take up in the next article.
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Wegmans Cracks Down On Rising Egg Costs With Super Low Prices
If you’ve been to the grocery store lately, you might have felt some serious sticker shock in the egg aisle. Prices are climbing fast, but Wegmans is vowing to keep costs from scrambling out of control.
The grocery chain, known for its loyal following and high-quality selections, says it’s holding the line on egg prices even as costs soar across the country.
"With supply fluctuating nationwide, prices are rising due to avian bird influenza and strong demand," reads a blurb on the Wegmans website in the "eggs section.
"Our New York state supplier takes every precaution to ensure its flocks stay healthy, and while prices will continue to shift, we are committed to keeping our prices competitive."
Right now, the cheapest dozen at Wegmans (in select stores, that is) is Krehrer Family Farms large eggs for $4.09. If you prefer cage-free, you’ll shell out $5.19, while organic pasture-raised extra-large brown eggs will set you back $8.49 per dozen. Prices and selection may vary by store.
A search for eggs on grocery giant Stop & Shop's website shows that the cheapest ones go for $6.99 for a dozen large white eggs. The ShopRite brand, Bowl & Basket starts at $5.99 for a dozen large white eggs, while a dozen eggs at ACME start at $5.09.
Egg prices have been skyrocketing, jumping from $3.65 in November 2024 to $4.15 in December 2024, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). By mid-January 2025, a dozen eggs cost an average of $5.29, up from $3.50 a year ago, according to data cited by NBC.
Martial Arts Instructor Sexually Abused Children Over Several Years In Hudson Valley: Police
A Dutchess County martial arts instructor has been arrested for allegedly sexually abusing multiple children over the course of several years, authorities announced.
Tyler G. Leclerc, age 28, of Hyde Park, was taken into custody on Wednesday, Feb. 5, New York State Police said on Thursday, Feb. 6.
According to authorities, the Bureau of Criminal Investigation at the State Police Poughkeepsie barracks first received a report of child sexual abuse on Friday, Jan. 31. Their investigation uncovered evidence that Leclerc had victimized multiple children over an extended period, police said.
Following his arrest, Leclerc was charged with:
Third-degree criminal sexual act;
Two counts of endangering the welfare of a child.
Following his arrest, Leclerc was arraigned in the Town of East Fishkill Court and remanded to the Dutchess County Jail in lieu of $200,000 cash bail, $400,000 bond, or $2 million partially secured bond.
The investigation remains active, and State Police are urging anyone with additional information to come forward.
Leclerc was a martial arts instructor at Leclerc's Martial Arts, which has six locations in Dutchess and Ulster Counties. Although he has been removed as an instructor on the business's website, he appears in Instagram posts on the business's page.
Anyone with information is asked to contact New York State Police at 845-677-7300 and reference case #2500085617.
These Foods Expected To See Biggest Price Increases This Year, USDA Says
As consumers navigate the aisles in 2025, the cost of food remains a pressing concern.
The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) has released its 2025 Food Price Outlook, forecasting trends that will shape grocery store receipts and restaurant bills in the months ahead.
What’s Ahead for Food Prices?
According to the USDA, overall food prices are expected to rise by 2.2 percent in 2025. While this is comparable to 2024’s rate, it remains slower than the historical average. However, variations in price changes across different food categories could impact consumer spending habits.
For those who cook at home, food-at-home prices (grocery store and supermarket purchases) are predicted to increase by 1.3 percent. However, the prediction interval ranges from a 2.7 percent decrease to a 5.5 percent increase, meaning some items may become cheaper while others continue to climb.
Dining out will likely become more expensive. The food-away-from-home index (restaurant purchases) is projected to rise by 3.6 percent, with a range between 2.0 and 5.1 percent. This reflects increasing labor and operational costs in the restaurant industry, which are often passed down to consumers.
Eggs: Prices for eggs remain highly volatile due to ongoing avian influenza outbreaks. The USDA expects egg prices to increase by 20.3 percent in 2025, though uncertainty remains high, with a prediction range from 0.1 to 45.3 percent.
Beef and Veal: After increasing 4.9 percent year-over-year in December 2024, beef and veal prices are expected to rise by 1.5 percent in 2025. However, tight supplies and higher production costs could push this number higher.
Pork: Unlike beef, pork prices are predicted to decline slightly, decreasing 0.8 percent in 2025. This follows a 1.3 percent drop in December 2024, driven by seasonal trends.
Dairy Products: After a modest 0.2 percent increase in December 2024, dairy prices are forecasted to rise by 1.3 percent in 2025 due to lower milk production.
Several factors contribute to these projected shifts in food prices. The lingering effects of past supply chain disruptions, fluctuations in agricultural production, labor costs, and external factors such as disease outbreaks (like avian influenza) all play a role.
Additionally, while energy prices have declined, rising costs for certain commodities continue to shape the food market.
The USDA’s forecast suggests that while food inflation is slowing compared to past years, fluctuations in key categories mean shoppers should remain vigilant. Whether stocking up at the grocery store or dining out, consumers can expect a mixed bag in 2025’s food price trends.
NY Widow's Killer Nabbed Decades Later Thanks To Retired Detectives, DNA Evidence: DA
A chilling murder mystery in New York that went unsolved for over two decades has finally been cracked thanks in part to a pair of determined detectives long since retired, prosecutors said.
On Long Island, Raul Ayala, 51, of Georgia, was indicted for first-degree murder in Suffolk County Court on Friday, Feb. 7, in the 2003 killing of Edna “Timmie” Schubert.
The 88-year-old Schubert, a widowed former Department of Motor Vehicles employee who lived alone, was found dead inside her North Bay Shore home on Fredrick Avenue on Dec. 12, 2003, Suffolk County Police said. Her body was discovered by neighbors who noticed her front door ajar and a shattered window.
The woman, known for her kindness and deep connections to the community, had been viciously beaten to death, an autopsy concluded. Despite extensive investigative efforts at the time, the case went cold.
Fast forward to 2023, when retired Suffolk County Police Detective Pasquale Albergo, who never stopped thinking about the case, reached out to the department’s Homicide Section, hoping that advancements in forensic analysis could finally bring justice for Schubert, the district attorney’s office said.
Rome’s first triumvirate was a power grab by Caesar, Crassus, and Pompey who sought to take the power of the Senate and share it among themselves. Crassus, the weakest of the three in political instincts, played an important role by siphoning off enough power to prevent a calamity between Caesar and Pompey. But, after his sudden death in 53 B.C, the six year old agreement became unstable as only Caesar and Pompey were left to fight each other for control of the Republic.
The second triumvirate, on the other hand, was sanctioned by the Senate as a legitimate source of consular power, because the elders had become too weak to resist anyone who would use military power to threaten them. The end point this time was the triumph of Octavian and the foundation of the imperial state.
Detectives reopened the cold case and collaborated with retired fingerprint expert Detective Timothy Kelly. A meticulous reexamination of the preserved fingerprint evidence from the crime scene led to a match with Ayala, who lived less than 200 yards from Schubert at the time of her killing, prosecutors said.
Further analysis focused on previously untested blood evidence found on Schubert’s clothing. Investigators determined that DNA from stains on her pantyhose and a white long-sleeved shirt contained a mixture of Schubert’s DNA and that of an unknown person.
Determined to bring Schubert’s killer to justice, authorities launched an undercover operation in August 2024 to track Ayala in Talmo, Georgia. Surveillance teams collected discarded items, including multiple lottery scratch-off tickets and plastic bottles, which were submitted for forensic testing. DNA from one of Ayala’s discarded bottles was found to be an exact match to the unidentified DNA at the crime scene, prosecutors said.
Suffolk County Police arrested Ayala in Georgia on Thursday, Jan. 16, and he was extradited to Long Island. In court Friday, he was indicted on the following felony counts:
Murder in the first degree
Two counts of murder in the second degree
In a certain sense, one would consider Octavian an unlikely candidate for title first emperor of imperial Rome. He grew up in modest circumstances and lost his father at a young age. Moreover, his constitution was weak and he did not have soldiering ability in him. What Octavian lacked in physical ability, he more than made up for in political skill -- and his instincts were uncanny.
Raised by his mother Atia, a niece of Caesar, Octavian drew the attention of his great uncle for unknown reasons and was made his heir without the boy’s knowledge. When Caesar was assassinated, Octavian returned from Illyricum and learned that Caesar’s bequest had made him immensely rich at age nineteen. He courted Anthony but was rebuffed out of jealousy over the boy gaining Caesar’s estate, so Octavian spent the remainder of 44 B.C. paying off Caesar’s legacies out of his inheritance and winning over Caesar’s former troops by leveraging the family connection.
Ayala was held without bail pending trial. If convicted, he faces life in prison without the possibility of parole.
“This indictment demonstrates that justice has no expiration date. Through the relentless dedication of our retired and active law enforcement officers, coupled with advances in forensic technology, we were able to charge this defendant for the brutal murder of Edna Schubert which has haunted Suffolk County for over two decades,” said Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond Tierney.
“I thank the Suffolk County Police Department’s Homicide Section, Identification Section, and the Suffolk County Crime Lab for their hard work in getting us closer to bringing her alleged killer to justice.”
Police Deny ICE Activity Amid Social Media Rumors In Westchester Village
Police in a Westchester County village are pushing back against social media speculation about potential immigration enforcement activity.
The Port Chester Police Department issued a statement on social media on Wednesday, Feb. 5 in which they denied claims that US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) would be conducting operations in the village on Thursday, Feb. 6.
The rumors, which allegedly originated from an overheard conversation in a local deli, were later amplified in a Facebook post, police said.
"We have no credible information concerning this response or have had any conversations with ICE," the department wrote.
Police stressed that the Facebook post had caused "considerable issues and unneeded concern."
Breeze Airways Adding Route From Westchester County Airport
Breeze Airways is expanding its reach in New York with new routes from the Capital Region and Hudson Valley.
The budget-friendly airline will begin offering nonstop flights from Albany International Airport to Charleston, South Carolina; Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina; and Fort Myers, Florida beginning this spring.
Travelers in Westchester County will also gain a new summer seasonal route to Greenville-Spartanburg, South Carolina, the airline announced Wednesday, Feb. 5.
New Nonstop Flights from Albany
Starting Thursday, June 5, Breeze will launch the following direct routes from Albany International Airport:
Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina (Thursdays and Sundays)
Fort Myers, Florida (One-stop, no change of plane BreezeThru service, Thursdays and Sundays)
Additionally, starting Friday, June 13, Breeze will offer direct flights from Albany to:
Service from Westchester to Greenville-Spartanburg, South Carolina, will be available Mondays and Fridays, beginning Friday, May. 2.
The expansion comes as Breeze celebrates a major milestone—its first full quarter of operating profit in late 2024. The airline reported a 4% operating margin, thanks to its strategy of connecting underserved airports with its fuel-efficient Airbus A220 fleet.
“We experienced incredible growth in 2024, thanks to our amazing partners in the cities we serve and the hard work and dedication of our team members across the U.S.,” said David Neeleman, Breeze Airways’ founder and CEO.
“We see great demand and opportunity for our premium product offering in secondary markets across the country and are excited to add Rochester, Albany, and Memphis to our network.”
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President Javier Milei of Argentina was the first world leader to speak out against the globalist agenda. Milei took the stage of Davos last year to explain the true cost of socialism. He showed by example how swiftly a nation in economic despair could recover by diminishing the public sector, embracing free trade, and permitting the business cycle to operate without blocks. Milei has now announced that Argentina will leave the World Health Organization.
Let us not forget that the World Health Organization (WHO) was seen as the Vatican of public health a few short years ago when we enabled it act as a leader in the pandemic response. Milei declared that the WHO caused significant economic damage by encouraging “endless quarantines,” and is encouraging other world leaders to rethink their place in the organization.
“It is urgent to rethink from the international community why supranational organizations exist, funded by all, that do not meet the objectives for which they were created, engage in international politics, and seek to impose themselves above member countries,” his official press release states.
Argentina does not receive funding from the WHO. Yet, they were helping to fund the $6.9 billion agency and paid out between $8 million and $9 million annually. Argentina’s exit has far less of an impact than America’s. The money is less of a factor than the CONTROL that the WHO, and its sole leading philanthropist donor, has over members.
The Senate eventually outlawed Anthony in favor of the republicans Cassius and Brutus, and when the consular army, accompanied by Octavian, was sent against Anthony in Gaul the latter was defeated. Rebuffed in his request for a consulship, Octavian marched on Rome and the Senate capitulated. Now Cassius and Brutus became the outlaws when their amnesty for killing Caesar was revoked and Antony and Lepidus returned to favor when their sins were forgiven.
Mark Antony, born in 83 B.C, was a patrician by birth who lived a dissipate lifestyle until a military career presented itself during his 26th year and he found himself proficient at it. His rise was rapid and by 54, Antony had become Caesar’s right hand man and close friend as they served together in Gaul. Following Caesar’s occupation of Rome, Antony served as administrator in Caesar’s absence and was lucky to escape death when Caesar returned and was assassinated. Antony gave the funeral oration for his friend and used the occasion to turn public opinion against the assassins.
Marcus Aemilianus Lepidus was born to a well-known patrician family in 89 B.C. Praetor in 49 B.C. and consul in 46, Lepidus was named “Master of the Horse” by Caesar in February of 44 B.C. After the assassination of Caesar, Lepidus sided with Antony and was declared to be an enemy of Rome by the Senate.
The United Nations and WHO are global conglomerates composed of unelected authoritarians who want to push a single agenda throughout the world. They use the premise of health and public safety to enact universal rules everyone must abide by. The agency has even declared the need for a global tax to help their causes. Milei stated that leaving the who “reaffirms our path towards a country with sovereignty also in health matters.”
Will other nations wake up? Italy’s deputy prime minister, Matteo Salvini, proposed leaving the WHO, but President Giorgia Meloni has yet to comment. Perhaps when more information comes out about the true nature of COVID-19 and the accompanying regulations, other nations will realize that the WHO serves no purpose but to meddle in democracy on the premise of health.
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The American Revolution
The U.S. military formed on June 14, 1775, during the American Revolution with the country’s first formal fighting force, the Continental Army. The Revolution was fought from 1775 to 1783, with Washington in command. Many important battles during the revolution would shape the nation and its military.
The war began with “the shot heard round the world” at the Battles of Lexington and Concord. With the conclusion of the war and the signing of the Treaty of Paris in 1783, the United States of America won its independence from Great Britain.
About 4,435 U.S. service members died in the American Revolution.
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This was a confusing time for me. First, on the soap, for my value to be in my virginity and that I was punished for its loss, and then on Boy Meets World being tasked to be “Disney sexual” (a term referring to the furthest boundary that can be pushed before the Mouse tosses his cheese), I was constantly trying to prove my value by both sharing and hiding my body –- and walking the line between both in some strange scenarios. I once choked on a hot dog and was given the Heimlich by Matthew Lawrence, which looked exactly like you’d think. When I wore too little or spoke too much, I was told to be quiet and cover up or I’d be considered at best displeasing for the audience or at worst a whore. When I was more chaste and quieter, I’d be told I need to “sell it more.” That boys at home don’t like a prude.
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Snowfall Map: These Areas Expected To See Most Accumulation From Approaching Winter Storm
A widespread half-foot of snowfall with locally higher amounts is expected from an approaching new winter storm.
ID Released Of 15-Year-Old HS Student Found Dead At Westchester Intersection (Update)
A 15-year-old boy was found unresponsive at an intersection in Westchester County, prompting a police investigation.
The incident happened early Thursday, Feb. 6, around 6:15 a.m., when New Rochelle Police responded to the area of Charles Street and Washington Avenue for a report of an unresponsive person, New Rochelle Police Captain J. Collins Coyne said.
Upon arrival, officers found unresponsive 15-year-old Jonson Temaj. They attempted to render aid before he was transported to a nearby hospital, where he was later pronounced dead.
Temaj was a student at New Rochelle High School, Coyne confirmed.
The Westchester County Medical Examiner's Office has been notified and will conduct an autopsy to determine the cause and manner of death.
He used charisma where appropriate, most notably his approach to the army of Caesar immediately after their hero was murdered. He used their emotions, his standing as the son of Caesar, and personal charisma to win them over to his side. Octavian also knew the public would respond to strength and he strove to exhibit his personal strength in ways that would influence public opinion throughout this period.
Octavian consistently utilized rational-legal forms by adhering to the traditional structure of the Republic – utilizing the Senate to introduce bills and nominate magistrates and the assembly to pass the bills and elect government officials.
Octavian must be considered as one of the greatest political leaders of all time and it’s not surprising that he was able to rule the imperial state for some forty years. How he skillfully transitioned Rome from the Republic to the Principate is another story – one we will take up in the next article.
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Wegmans Cracks Down On Rising Egg Costs With Super Low Prices
If you’ve been to the grocery store lately, you might have felt some serious sticker shock in the egg aisle. Prices are climbing fast, but Wegmans is vowing to keep costs from scrambling out of control.
The grocery chain, known for its loyal following and high-quality selections, says it’s holding the line on egg prices even as costs soar across the country.
"With supply fluctuating nationwide, prices are rising due to avian bird influenza and strong demand," reads a blurb on the Wegmans website in the "eggs section.
"Our New York state supplier takes every precaution to ensure its flocks stay healthy, and while prices will continue to shift, we are committed to keeping our prices competitive."
Right now, the cheapest dozen at Wegmans (in select stores, that is) is Krehrer Family Farms large eggs for $4.09. If you prefer cage-free, you’ll shell out $5.19, while organic pasture-raised extra-large brown eggs will set you back $8.49 per dozen. Prices and selection may vary by store.
A search for eggs on grocery giant Stop & Shop's website shows that the cheapest ones go for $6.99 for a dozen large white eggs. The ShopRite brand, Bowl & Basket starts at $5.99 for a dozen large white eggs, while a dozen eggs at ACME start at $5.09.
Egg prices have been skyrocketing, jumping from $3.65 in November 2024 to $4.15 in December 2024, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). By mid-January 2025, a dozen eggs cost an average of $5.29, up from $3.50 a year ago, according to data cited by NBC.
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Martial Arts Instructor Sexually Abused Children Over Several Years In Hudson Valley: Police
A Dutchess County martial arts instructor has been arrested for allegedly sexually abusing multiple children over the course of several years, authorities announced.
Tyler G. Leclerc, age 28, of Hyde Park, was taken into custody on Wednesday, Feb. 5, New York State Police said on Thursday, Feb. 6.
According to authorities, the Bureau of Criminal Investigation at the State Police Poughkeepsie barracks first received a report of child sexual abuse on Friday, Jan. 31. Their investigation uncovered evidence that Leclerc had victimized multiple children over an extended period, police said.
Following his arrest, Leclerc was charged with:
Third-degree criminal sexual act;
Two counts of endangering the welfare of a child.
Following his arrest, Leclerc was arraigned in the Town of East Fishkill Court and remanded to the Dutchess County Jail in lieu of $200,000 cash bail, $400,000 bond, or $2 million partially secured bond.
The investigation remains active, and State Police are urging anyone with additional information to come forward.
Leclerc was a martial arts instructor at Leclerc's Martial Arts, which has six locations in Dutchess and Ulster Counties. Although he has been removed as an instructor on the business's website, he appears in Instagram posts on the business's page.
Anyone with information is asked to contact New York State Police at 845-677-7300 and reference case #2500085617.
These Foods Expected To See Biggest Price Increases This Year, USDA Says
As consumers navigate the aisles in 2025, the cost of food remains a pressing concern.
The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) has released its 2025 Food Price Outlook, forecasting trends that will shape grocery store receipts and restaurant bills in the months ahead.
What’s Ahead for Food Prices?
According to the USDA, overall food prices are expected to rise by 2.2 percent in 2025. While this is comparable to 2024’s rate, it remains slower than the historical average. However, variations in price changes across different food categories could impact consumer spending habits.
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Grocery Store vs. Dining Out
For those who cook at home, food-at-home prices (grocery store and supermarket purchases) are predicted to increase by 1.3 percent. However, the prediction interval ranges from a 2.7 percent decrease to a 5.5 percent increase, meaning some items may become cheaper while others continue to climb.
Dining out will likely become more expensive. The food-away-from-home index (restaurant purchases) is projected to rise by 3.6 percent, with a range between 2.0 and 5.1 percent. This reflects increasing labor and operational costs in the restaurant industry, which are often passed down to consumers.
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Which Foods Will See the Biggest Price Swings?
Eggs: Prices for eggs remain highly volatile due to ongoing avian influenza outbreaks. The USDA expects egg prices to increase by 20.3 percent in 2025, though uncertainty remains high, with a prediction range from 0.1 to 45.3 percent.
Beef and Veal: After increasing 4.9 percent year-over-year in December 2024, beef and veal prices are expected to rise by 1.5 percent in 2025. However, tight supplies and higher production costs could push this number higher.
Pork: Unlike beef, pork prices are predicted to decline slightly, decreasing 0.8 percent in 2025. This follows a 1.3 percent drop in December 2024, driven by seasonal trends.
Dairy Products: After a modest 0.2 percent increase in December 2024, dairy prices are forecasted to rise by 1.3 percent in 2025 due to lower milk production.
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What’s Driving These Changes?
Several factors contribute to these projected shifts in food prices. The lingering effects of past supply chain disruptions, fluctuations in agricultural production, labor costs, and external factors such as disease outbreaks (like avian influenza) all play a role.
Additionally, while energy prices have declined, rising costs for certain commodities continue to shape the food market.
The USDA’s forecast suggests that while food inflation is slowing compared to past years, fluctuations in key categories mean shoppers should remain vigilant. Whether stocking up at the grocery store or dining out, consumers can expect a mixed bag in 2025’s food price trends.
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NY Widow's Killer Nabbed Decades Later Thanks To Retired Detectives, DNA Evidence: DA
A chilling murder mystery in New York that went unsolved for over two decades has finally been cracked thanks in part to a pair of determined detectives long since retired, prosecutors said.
On Long Island, Raul Ayala, 51, of Georgia, was indicted for first-degree murder in Suffolk County Court on Friday, Feb. 7, in the 2003 killing of Edna “Timmie” Schubert.
The 88-year-old Schubert, a widowed former Department of Motor Vehicles employee who lived alone, was found dead inside her North Bay Shore home on Fredrick Avenue on Dec. 12, 2003, Suffolk County Police said. Her body was discovered by neighbors who noticed her front door ajar and a shattered window.
The woman, known for her kindness and deep connections to the community, had been viciously beaten to death, an autopsy concluded. Despite extensive investigative efforts at the time, the case went cold.
Fast forward to 2023, when retired Suffolk County Police Detective Pasquale Albergo, who never stopped thinking about the case, reached out to the department’s Homicide Section, hoping that advancements in forensic analysis could finally bring justice for Schubert, the district attorney’s office said.
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Rome’s first triumvirate was a power grab by Caesar, Crassus, and Pompey who sought to take the power of the Senate and share it among themselves. Crassus, the weakest of the three in political instincts, played an important role by siphoning off enough power to prevent a calamity between Caesar and Pompey. But, after his sudden death in 53 B.C, the six year old agreement became unstable as only Caesar and Pompey were left to fight each other for control of the Republic.
The second triumvirate, on the other hand, was sanctioned by the Senate as a legitimate source of consular power, because the elders had become too weak to resist anyone who would use military power to threaten them. The end point this time was the triumph of Octavian and the foundation of the imperial state.
Detectives reopened the cold case and collaborated with retired fingerprint expert Detective Timothy Kelly. A meticulous reexamination of the preserved fingerprint evidence from the crime scene led to a match with Ayala, who lived less than 200 yards from Schubert at the time of her killing, prosecutors said.
Further analysis focused on previously untested blood evidence found on Schubert’s clothing. Investigators determined that DNA from stains on her pantyhose and a white long-sleeved shirt contained a mixture of Schubert’s DNA and that of an unknown person.
Determined to bring Schubert’s killer to justice, authorities launched an undercover operation in August 2024 to track Ayala in Talmo, Georgia. Surveillance teams collected discarded items, including multiple lottery scratch-off tickets and plastic bottles, which were submitted for forensic testing. DNA from one of Ayala’s discarded bottles was found to be an exact match to the unidentified DNA at the crime scene, prosecutors said.
Suffolk County Police arrested Ayala in Georgia on Thursday, Jan. 16, and he was extradited to Long Island. In court Friday, he was indicted on the following felony counts:
Murder in the first degree
Two counts of murder in the second degree
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In a certain sense, one would consider Octavian an unlikely candidate for title first emperor of imperial Rome. He grew up in modest circumstances and lost his father at a young age. Moreover, his constitution was weak and he did not have soldiering ability in him. What Octavian lacked in physical ability, he more than made up for in political skill -- and his instincts were uncanny.
Raised by his mother Atia, a niece of Caesar, Octavian drew the attention of his great uncle for unknown reasons and was made his heir without the boy’s knowledge. When Caesar was assassinated, Octavian returned from Illyricum and learned that Caesar’s bequest had made him immensely rich at age nineteen. He courted Anthony but was rebuffed out of jealousy over the boy gaining Caesar’s estate, so Octavian spent the remainder of 44 B.C. paying off Caesar’s legacies out of his inheritance and winning over Caesar’s former troops by leveraging the family connection.
Ayala was held without bail pending trial. If convicted, he faces life in prison without the possibility of parole.
“This indictment demonstrates that justice has no expiration date. Through the relentless dedication of our retired and active law enforcement officers, coupled with advances in forensic technology, we were able to charge this defendant for the brutal murder of Edna Schubert which has haunted Suffolk County for over two decades,” said Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond Tierney.
“I thank the Suffolk County Police Department’s Homicide Section, Identification Section, and the Suffolk County Crime Lab for their hard work in getting us closer to bringing her alleged killer to justice.”
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Police Deny ICE Activity Amid Social Media Rumors In Westchester Village
Police in a Westchester County village are pushing back against social media speculation about potential immigration enforcement activity.
The Port Chester Police Department issued a statement on social media on Wednesday, Feb. 5 in which they denied claims that US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) would be conducting operations in the village on Thursday, Feb. 6.
The rumors, which allegedly originated from an overheard conversation in a local deli, were later amplified in a Facebook post, police said.
"We have no credible information concerning this response or have had any conversations with ICE," the department wrote.
Police stressed that the Facebook post had caused "considerable issues and unneeded concern."
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Breeze Airways Adding Route From Westchester County Airport
Breeze Airways is expanding its reach in New York with new routes from the Capital Region and Hudson Valley.
The budget-friendly airline will begin offering nonstop flights from Albany International Airport to Charleston, South Carolina; Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina; and Fort Myers, Florida beginning this spring.
Travelers in Westchester County will also gain a new summer seasonal route to Greenville-Spartanburg, South Carolina, the airline announced Wednesday, Feb. 5.
New Nonstop Flights from Albany
Starting Thursday, June 5, Breeze will launch the following direct routes from Albany International Airport:
Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina (Thursdays and Sundays)
Fort Myers, Florida (One-stop, no change of plane BreezeThru service, Thursdays and Sundays)
Additionally, starting Friday, June 13, Breeze will offer direct flights from Albany to:
Charleston, South Carolina (Mondays and Fridays)
Additional Service out of Westchester
Service from Westchester to Greenville-Spartanburg, South Carolina, will be available Mondays and Fridays, beginning Friday, May. 2.
The expansion comes as Breeze celebrates a major milestone—its first full quarter of operating profit in late 2024. The airline reported a 4% operating margin, thanks to its strategy of connecting underserved airports with its fuel-efficient Airbus A220 fleet.
“We experienced incredible growth in 2024, thanks to our amazing partners in the cities we serve and the hard work and dedication of our team members across the U.S.,” said David Neeleman, Breeze Airways’ founder and CEO.
“We see great demand and opportunity for our premium product offering in secondary markets across the country and are excited to add Rochester, Albany, and Memphis to our network.”
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President Javier Milei of Argentina was the first world leader to speak out against the globalist agenda. Milei took the stage of Davos last year to explain the true cost of socialism. He showed by example how swiftly a nation in economic despair could recover by diminishing the public sector, embracing free trade, and permitting the business cycle to operate without blocks. Milei has now announced that Argentina will leave the World Health Organization.
Let us not forget that the World Health Organization (WHO) was seen as the Vatican of public health a few short years ago when we enabled it act as a leader in the pandemic response. Milei declared that the WHO caused significant economic damage by encouraging “endless quarantines,” and is encouraging other world leaders to rethink their place in the organization.
“It is urgent to rethink from the international community why supranational organizations exist, funded by all, that do not meet the objectives for which they were created, engage in international politics, and seek to impose themselves above member countries,” his official press release states.
Argentina does not receive funding from the WHO. Yet, they were helping to fund the $6.9 billion agency and paid out between $8 million and $9 million annually. Argentina’s exit has far less of an impact than America’s. The money is less of a factor than the CONTROL that the WHO, and its sole leading philanthropist donor, has over members.
The Senate eventually outlawed Anthony in favor of the republicans Cassius and Brutus, and when the consular army, accompanied by Octavian, was sent against Anthony in Gaul the latter was defeated. Rebuffed in his request for a consulship, Octavian marched on Rome and the Senate capitulated. Now Cassius and Brutus became the outlaws when their amnesty for killing Caesar was revoked and Antony and Lepidus returned to favor when their sins were forgiven.
Mark Antony, born in 83 B.C, was a patrician by birth who lived a dissipate lifestyle until a military career presented itself during his 26th year and he found himself proficient at it. His rise was rapid and by 54, Antony had become Caesar’s right hand man and close friend as they served together in Gaul. Following Caesar’s occupation of Rome, Antony served as administrator in Caesar’s absence and was lucky to escape death when Caesar returned and was assassinated. Antony gave the funeral oration for his friend and used the occasion to turn public opinion against the assassins.
Marcus Aemilianus Lepidus was born to a well-known patrician family in 89 B.C. Praetor in 49 B.C. and consul in 46, Lepidus was named “Master of the Horse” by Caesar in February of 44 B.C. After the assassination of Caesar, Lepidus sided with Antony and was declared to be an enemy of Rome by the Senate.
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The United Nations and WHO are global conglomerates composed of unelected authoritarians who want to push a single agenda throughout the world. They use the premise of health and public safety to enact universal rules everyone must abide by. The agency has even declared the need for a global tax to help their causes. Milei stated that leaving the who “reaffirms our path towards a country with sovereignty also in health matters.”
Will other nations wake up? Italy’s deputy prime minister, Matteo Salvini, proposed leaving the WHO, but President Giorgia Meloni has yet to comment. Perhaps when more information comes out about the true nature of COVID-19 and the accompanying regulations, other nations will realize that the WHO serves no purpose but to meddle in democracy on the premise of health.
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The Center of Military History's Field Historian Program ensures that military history meets the needs of the Army and nation. The Army Historical Program preserves, interprets, disseminates, and teaches military history; provides historical advice to decision makers and their staffs; and stimulates historical mindedness within the Army and throughout the nation. Field historian operations include command historians at all levels of command, unit historians and Military History Detachments.
The Center of Military History's Field Historian Program ensures that military history meets the needs of the Army and nation. The Army Historical Program preserves, interprets, disseminates, and teaches military history; provides historical advice to decision makers and their staffs; and stimulates historical mindedness within the Army and throughout the nation. Field historian operations include command historians at all levels of command, unit historians and Military History Detachments.
The American Revolution
The U.S. military formed on June 14, 1775, during the American Revolution with the country’s first formal fighting force, the Continental Army. The Revolution was fought from 1775 to 1783, with Washington in command. Many important battles during the revolution would shape the nation and its military.
The war began with “the shot heard round the world” at the Battles of Lexington and Concord. With the conclusion of the war and the signing of the Treaty of Paris in 1783, the United States of America won its independence from Great Britain.
About 4,435 U.S. service members died in the American Revolution.
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