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The Big Central Conference released its All-Division football teams for the 2024 season. You can find the selections for the Freedom Gold Division below. NOTE : The selections were made by coaches from the conference and not reporters from NJ.com . If an athlete’s name is misspelled, please let us know and we will make the correction.. FIRST TEAM Stephen Henits, Spotswood, WR/DE, Sr. John Wallace, Spotswood. OL/DT, Sr. Douglas Tumundo, Spotswood, OL/DT, Sr. Se’mir Tolbert-Brimage, Spotswood, QB/P, Jr. Gavin Pereira, Spotswood, K, Jr. Sebastian Saracino, Spotswood, RB/S, Jr. Julian Sanchez, Spotswood, LB, Jr. Ryan Foster, Spotswood, WR/CB, Fr. Markos Hantsoulis, Highland Park, QB, Sr. Brian Mahoney, Highland Park, OL, Sr. Jaylin Adams, Highland Park, DB, Sr. Kostatinos Hantsoulis, Highland Park, WR, Jr. Jacob Quiros Porras, Highland Park, LB, So. John John DeSarno, Dayton, QB, Sr. Chidiogo Iherobiem, Dayton, WR/DB, Jr. Adrian Berknopf, Dayton, WR, So. Michael Marchesi, South River, TE/DE, Sr. Aiden Velez, South River, RB/LB, Sr. Ryker Stewart, South River, OL/LB, Sr. Matthew Drada, Roselle Park, OL/DL, Sr. Alfris Garcia, Roselle Park, RB/DB, Sr. Carter Stein, Brearley, Util., Jr. Matt Resende, Brearley, RB/LB, Jr. SECOND TEAM Jayson Tejada, Spotswood, LB, Sr. Dan Keelen, Spotswood, OL/DE, Jr. Vinny Young, Spotswood, WR/CB, So. Jared Matos, Highland Park, DL, Jr. Quantray Sadler, Highland Park, DL, Jr. Zyaire Holland, Highland Park, LB, Sr. James Walker, Dayton, RB/LB, Sr. Jordan Gonzalez, Dayton, WR/DB, Sr. Karl Nielsen, South River, OL/NT, Sr. Anthony Cianfracca, Roselle Park, RB/LB, Jr. Alex Hernandez, Roselle Park, OL/DL, Sr. Joe Squillaro, Brearley, Jr. Mike Kinney can be reached at mkinney@njadvancemedia.com The N.J. High School Sports newsletter is now appearing in mailboxes 5 days a week. Sign up now! Follow us on social: Facebook | Instagram | X (formerly Twitter)
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Is Reddit Down Again? Tens of Thousands of Users Are Reporting Issues With the Platform.Moncton council discussed whether to spend millions of dollars more on protective services as the city's 2025 budget meetings continued on Wednesday. The city's protective services department includes bylaw enforcement, fire department and the RCMP contract. "We talked a lot yesterday about growth in the municipality, and with growth obviously comes demand for service," Jeff Preston, the department's general manager, told council Wednesday. "And we're also dealing with, as we all know, a lot of social issues, which also is contributing to ... demand for service." A $9.5-million increase for policing is one of the largest spending hikes in the city's proposed $223.8-million operating budget. That increase includes money to add 17 more police officers in Moncton, Dieppe and Riverview. It would increase the budgeted number of officers from 156 this year to 173. The 17 Mounties are part of , the civilian board overseeing Codiac RCMP, to add 46 officers. The budget also earmarks funds to hire five municipal employees in supporting roles for Codiac. Councillors questioned how the added staff would affect crime rates, police visibility and traffic enforcement. Supt. Benoit Jolette, the commanding officer of Codiac Regional RCMP, says the added staff will help them follow up on criminal cases. (Shane Magee/CBC) RCMP Supt. Benoit Jolette, Codiac's commanding officer, said it would help address crime against people and property and would help solve cases. "We're really good at getting to the calls really quickly and placing people in custody, laying charges," Jolette said. "But where we're struggling is that follow-up, doing all those neighbourhood inquiries, checking for video and all that, increasing our solvability rate." He said freeing up patrol officers from longer-term tasks would allow them to do other work in the community. "By the middle to the end of 2025 ... I foresee a dramatic increase in the amount of traffic tickets that we're going to be issuing because the members are going to have more time," Jolette said. Several councillors said they hope the province and health authorities increase spending on addictions and mental health services, including increasing the operating hours for a mobile mental health crisis unit, to address social issues that factor into crime. "I can accept this year that we require extra officers so that we can take some pressure too off the existing officers," Coun. Charles Leger said, adding he hopes there's a future discussion about other ways to address crime. The budget discussion Wednesday also included the city's fire department. The spending plan includes hiring four more firefighters and increasing the minimum number on duty from 21 to 22. Several councillors said they hoped to see the province spend more on addictions treatment and mental health care. (Shane Magee/CBC) Fire Chief Conrad Landry said the increase will mean a second firefighter on a rescue truck when responding to medical calls. A fire department master plan is under development that will look at how many staff the city needs, how many fire stations and how much equipment, as well as other aspects of its operation. "It's going to be quite comprehensive," Landry said. That report is expected to be completed in the first few months of 2025. However, no money to implement possible recommendations has been included in the budget, staff told council. Councillors are expected to vote Thursday on whether to approve the budget.
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The Ottawa Police Service has laid charges against a 33-year-old man involved in allegedly assaulting five people before being shot by police in a parking lot near Place D'Orleans Shopping Mall earlier this month. Police have charged Tyler Low of Ottawa with 52 offences, including four counts of attempted murder, five counts of aggravated assault, 12 counts of assault with a weapon and assault of a police officer. He was also charged with multiple weapons and mischief offences, including 20 charges of possession of a weapon dangerous to the public. Police had previously not released any information on charges, directing inquires to Ontario's Special Investigations Unit (SIU), the province's police watchdog. Ottawa police officers were called at approximately 11:15 p.m. on Nov. 15 after receiving reports of a man assaulting people and damaging vehicles in front of a Wendy's restaurant on St. Joseph Boulevard and Place D'Orleans Drive. Upon confronting the suspect, police shot the man "multiple times," according to the SIU. Two conducted energy weapons were also deployed. The suspect was taken to hospital with serious injuries and is currently in stable condition, Ottawa police say. A total of five people were injured, some with serious injuries. Police say the injuries were later deemed to be non life-threatening. The SIU and the Ottawa Police Service continue to investigate. Anyone with information is asked to contact the East Criminal Investigation Section at 613-236-1222 at extension 3566. Anonymous tips can be submitted by calling Crime Stoppers toll-free at 1-800-222-8477 or crimestoppers.ca . Shopping Trends The Shopping Trends team is independent of the journalists at CTV News. We may earn a commission when you use our links to shop. Read about us. 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Lions receiver Jameson Williams won't be charged for having a gun in a carFanSided’s Wynston Wilcox believes Texas QB Quinn Ewers’ potential exit from Austin via the transfer portal after the College Football Playoff could lead the Longhorns into a Jackson Arnold situation with Arch Manning. “It’s a real possibility Ewers departs to another program and is the missing piece to get them over the hump. If Ewers enters the transfer portal his phone would blow up from all the calls he’s going to be getting to lure him to a prospective program. And he could very well pull a Dillon Gabriel and prove why it was a mistake to force him out. I’m sure when Texas got Arch Manning they were planning for Ewers to enter the draft. So with that philosophy, it made sense to usher Manning in as the incumbent,” Wilcox wrote. “But with Ewers’ draft stock falling to the wayside, it wouldn’t benefit him to leave now. And now that Texas is sending subliminal signs that they’re ready to turn to Manning, it could come back to haunt them. Oklahoma turned to Jackson Arnold and that was a mistake. At one point, Arnold was benched this season for a true freshman to replace him. That’s not quite what the Sooners envisioned when they groomed him to replace Gabriel. Texas could have that same fate. Arnold, too, was a five-star prospect in high school like Manning. For what it’s worth, Manning is better than Arnold, at least he’s shown more potential. But there’s still the chance he’s not better than what Ewers would have been.” Manning, like Arnold, is a threat with his legs. Oklahoma’s QB1 just went for 131 rushing yards in a shocking Week 13 win over Alabama. Manning, though, already has more 300-yard passing games than Arnold, who has yet to have one. The Arnold situation in Norman has a lot to do with the Denton, Texas native not gelling with Seth Littrell and the Sooners’ offensive staff. Manning brings a different dynamic to the Longhorns and has an exponentially higher ceiling. He also is a proven success working with Texas offensive coordinator Kyle Flood. Don’t expect anything close to an Arnold situation in Austin. The ingredients just aren’t there.
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From the outside, the new dyslexia tutoring center at Northeast Iowa Community College in downtown Dubuque looks like many of the other rooms on the same floor. However, what happens inside is extraordinary. Children who struggle with reading can come here for one-on-one tutoring and resources that can help them and their caregivers on their literacy journey. A place like this didn’t exist in Dubuque just a year ago. In fact, the services provided here weren’t available within a 90-minute driving distance of Dubuque, creating an additional barrier for families already stressed about how to support their children outside of school. The tutoring center is more than just a resource – it is a testament to the generosity of our community. Everything from the space itself to the office furniture to funding for tutor training is thanks to partnerships between nonprofits, gifts from donors, and volunteer time from individuals. Our job at the Community Foundation of Greater Dubuque is to connect these generous community members with issues that people in our region face, which means we have a front row seat to our community at its best. We see the ways that generosity is making our region a thriving, welcoming place for everyone. During this season of generosity and gratitude, we are here as a resource for anyone who wants to give back to their community. By convening, learning from and listening to people from all corners of the region, we develop a deep understanding of the issues communities face. Then, we work with charitable-minded people to open funds that support causes they care about or contribute to existing funds that can address these issues. Since we opened our doors in 2003, the funds supported by people in our region have paid out $75 million to nonprofits, including $4.8 million so far this year. What does this mean for you? How can we help you give back? A good starting place – after you read this issue of 365ink – is to explore our Giving Center at dbqfoundation.org/give . This is an interactive listing of all the funds we and our eight affiliate foundations host across the seven-county Dubuque region. You can filter by county; search for categories like children, animals or the arts; and give online with a credit or debit card. You might also consider a complex gift, such as a gift of stock, land or grain, or a rollover contribution from a retirement account. Virtually any asset can be transformed into community impact, and our expert staff can help you meet your charitable goals. Just call or email us, and we would be happy to meet with you. We can even help you set up your own fund to support a cause you care about. With your own fund, you can direct grants to organizations that align with your interests and passions, while we handle the day-to-day management of the fund. But what if you are unsure what cause to support? In that case, the Forever Fund might be a good option. The idea behind the Forever Fund is simple: While we can’t predict the future, we can prepare for it. Just as each of us does in our personal lives, we can set aside resources for whatever challenges or opportunities arise, tomorrow or years from now. Every gift to the Forever Fund is invested, allowing the fund to grow year over year and grant a percentage annually that can benefit our community. The Forever Fund provides flexibility for all Dubuquers to immediately help in a crisis, jumpstart an important project, or meet an unforeseen need in our community. Giving to the Forever Fund means being part of something bigger than yourself. It means being part of a community of people united by their love for our region whose collective generosity makes a powerful and lasting impact. Make a gift online to the Forever Fund at dbqfoundation.org/forever . Regardless of how you decide to give back, remember that every gift makes a difference. Whether you support children’s literacy resources, outdoor recreation, brain health services or something else, you are helping build a stronger Dubuque region for everyone who calls it home.Daily Post Nigeria Niger proposes N1.2tr for 2025 fiscal year Home News Politics Metro Entertainment Sport News Niger proposes N1.2tr for 2025 fiscal year Published on November 27, 2024 By Priscilla Dennis Niger State’s Executive Council has proposed a massive N1.2 trillion budget for 2025 fiscal year. This proposal was unveiled by Commissioner of Budget and Planning Mustapha Ndajiwo during a Government House Council meeting, as announced by the Governor’s Special Adviser Abdullberqy Usman Ebbo on social media X. Ebbo explained that the commissioner told the council that the estimate is made up of N188.42 billion or 15.68 per cent recurrent and 1.01 trillion or 84.34 per cent capital expenditure respectively. The commissioner stated that when compared with the approved budget of 2024, the estimate represents an increase of 32.94 per cent. ” The Commissioner in his analysis also stated that even though the 2024 approved budget was supplemented with the sum of N191.98 billion, the breakdown of the draft 2025 proposals revealed an increase of 1.18 per cent and 32.98 per cent in recurrent and capital expenditure respectively, ” Ebbo stated. He noted that Governor Mohammed Umar Bago in his remarks, explained that the size of the estimate was informed by the gap in infrastructure and key development areas and the inflationary trend of the country. After the presentation, the council deliberated on it and approved the estimates. It then directed the Commissioner for Budget and Planning, Mustapha Ndajiwo to prepare for submission to the Niger State House of Assembly for approval. 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By Leah Nylen and Jaewon Kang | Bloomberg A judge blocked Kroger Co.’s $24.6 billion acquisition of Albertsons Cos. , finding the takeover would lessen competition for US grocery shoppers, in a ruling that marks a likely death knell for the deal. In a decision filed in Oregon federal court Tuesday, US District Judge Adrienne Nelson found in favor of the US Federal Trade Commission. The agency had argued that the proposed tie-up violates US antitrust law and that a division of hundreds of stores to C&S Wholesale Grocers Inc. wouldn’t do enough to replace the lost competition. Also see: Biggest question from Kroger-Albertsons trial: What’s a grocery store? “There is ample evidence that the division is not sufficient in scale to adequately compete with the merged firm and is structured in a way that will significantly disadvantage C&S as a competitor,” Nelson wrote. “The deficiencies in the disvestiture scope and structure create a risk that some or all of the divested stores will lose sales or close, as has happened in past C&S acquisitions.” Nelson’s decision is a major victory for the FTC and its outgoing Chair Lina Khan, who came under harsh criticism from conservatives and business groups for stepped-up antitrust enforcement under the Biden administration. “Today’s win protects competition in the grocery market, which will prevent prices from rising even more,” said FTC spokesperson Douglas Farrar. “This statement makes it clear that strong, reality-based antitrust enforcement delivers real results for consumers, workers, and small businesses.” Also see: Albertsons would have shed these 63 California stores A C&S Wholesale spokesperson said the company is disappointed by the court’s decision and that it looks forward to seeing how Kroger and Albertsons will determine the next steps of the proposed deal. Kroger and Albertsons didn’t immediately respond to requests for comment. Attorneys for the companies have said the acquisition would probably be called off if the judge ruled against the deal. Kroger shares jumped as much as 6.1% in New York trading on Tuesday, extending earlier gains. Albertsons slumped as much as 10%. Specific Market Nelson agreed with the FTC that supermarkets constitute a specific market, countering the companies’ argument that the market extends to online retailers like Amazon.com Inc. “Supermarkets are distinct from other grocery retailers,” Nelson wrote. “Supermarkets offer a larger selection of fresh and non-perishable items, a one-stop shopping experience that appeals to a particular consumer’s preference to meet all their grocery needs in one location, and a customer service focus with deli, bakery, meat, and other specialized departments.” The ruling marks a disappointing end to a two-year odyssey by Kroger and Albertsons, which sought to become a bigger player with a more substantial national footprint to better compete against larger, non-unionized rivals including Walmart Inc. Kroger and Albertsons agreed to combine in October 2022 in what would have been the biggest US grocery deal in history, bringing together more than 4,000 stores across 48 states and Washington, DC. Kroger will likely turn its focus back to improving and investing in its existing network of about 2,750 stores. Albertsons, on the other hand, could emerge again as a deal target, but is expected in the near term to invest in its roughly 2,270 stores and technology. The proposed deal has been a political hot potato, drawing pushback from elected officials, union groups and consumer advocacy firms. The companies vowed to spend $1 billion to cut prices, $1.3 billion to improve store conditions and $1 billion to raise worker wages and benefits following the deal. The FTC has increased antitrust enforcement under the Biden administration, though the results in court have been mixed. The FTC lost a challenge to Microsoft Corp.’s acquisition of Activision Blizzard Inc. and won against Illumina Inc. over its purchase of startup Grail and against Tapestry Inc.’s planned $8.5 billion acquisition of Capri Holdings Inc. The companies and the agency fought their case in court for three weeks over the summer in Oregon, as grocery inflation came back into the political spotlight ahead of the US presidential election. Grocery inflation hit a four-decade high in 2022 due to higher costs of labor, transportation and ingredients. Price increases have moderated and are expected to stay within historical ranges, though many American shoppers still say expensive groceries continue to squeeze their ability to spend. The FTC argued that the deal would harm consumers by eliminating competition on prices and quality, making the combined entity less likely to improve its services by offering flexible hours and pickup services. It said the grocers would have more leverage over workers, which would slow wage growth and worsen benefits, and that the proposed divestiture would be inadequate. The agency tried to depict Kroger and Albertsons as the most direct competitors. It said the deal would combine the two largest “traditional supermarkets” in a market that includes Walmart and Target, but does not include Amazon, Costco, Aldi and dollar stores. The companies argued that such a definition is “antiquated” and no longer describes how people shop and pointed to various changes they have made in response to newer threats. The grocers also said joining forces would help them increase market share and improve technology to compete with Amazon, Walmart and other companies. The case is Federal Trade Commission v. Kroger Co., 24-cv-00347, US District Court, District of Oregon (Portland). 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NoneAfter a delegation from the Samajwadi Party (SP) was prevented from visiting the violence-hit Sambhal district on Saturday, party chief Akhilesh Yadav alleged that the administration's statements were being dictated by the government. Addressing the media, Yadav accused the government and the administration of orchestrating the events leading to the Sambhal violence . "A Samajwadi Party delegation was on its way to Sambhal. We all support peace and justice. The administration's statements are made at the government's behest. It is the government's responsibility to ensure justice for the people," he said. Yadav questioned the need for a second survey in Sambhal and criticised the involvement of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) workers in the process. "When the survey was conducted on the first day, everyone cooperated. Why did the administration conduct another survey? And why were BJP workers accompanying the survey team? The government and the administration are complicit in this injustice. BJP does not want peace," he added. 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"The divisional commissioner's standing order is being implemented in Sambhal. No delegation is permitted to visit. Once the situation normalises, everyone will be allowed," Singh told ANI. He urged the SP to cooperate and postpone their visit. "They wouldn't want the situation in Sambhal to worsen. They should visit after some time. The investigation is underway, and we are gathering evidence. So far, 30 people have been arrested," he added. You Might Also Like: Ban on outsiders' entry extended in Sambhal, SP MPs barred from entering Samajwadi Party leader Mata Prasad Pandey claimed the Sambhal District Magistrate had personally requested him to refrain from visiting. "The Justice Commission and the media are visiting the area. Will there be unrest if we go? The government is stopping us deliberately to hide its actions," said Pandey, the Leader of the Opposition in the state assembly, to ANI. SP leader Ataur Rehman criticised the government's approach, stating, "The law and order situation is deplorable. The government has adopted a dictatorial stance. Today, our committee, including LoP Mata Prasad Pandey, Lal Bihari Yadav, the state president, and other MPs, MLAs, and district heads, was stopped. Some have been placed under house arrest in Lucknow, while others have been detained." The SP's official handle on X claimed that UP SP President Shyam Lal Pal had been placed under house arrest. The party condemned the UP Police's actions, accusing the state government of "dishonouring the Constitution and democracy." Former Congress leader Acharya Pramod Krishnam alleged that Akhilesh Yadav played a role in the Sambhal violence. "Akhilesh Yadav has a direct and indirect role in the violence. MPs and MLAs from his party incited the people. The police and administration's actions are aimed at restoring peace. By sympathising with the Muslim vote bank, Yadav is deceiving Muslims. Their visit to Sambhal is mere political tourism," he said. Circle Officer Pankaj Singh reported that SP workers, led by party district president Shivcharan, attempted to reach Sambhal but were detained after defying police orders. District Magistrate Rajender Pensiya advised against visiting the area before December 10. "Section 163 of the BNS has been imposed. Everyone is urged to refrain from visiting before December 10. The situation is peaceful; shops have reopened. This directive is to ensure sensitivity is maintained," said Pensiya. Tensions in Sambhal have been high since November 19, when a local court ordered a survey of the mosque. Clashes between protestors and police over the court-ordered survey of the Jama Masjid resulted in four deaths. The survey was initiated following a petition claiming the mosque site was originally a Harihar temple. (ANI) (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel )