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Former student teacher convicted of raping teenager

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:52:26 GMT

SCHENECTADY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- A jury in Schenectady County found an Albany man guilty of raping a teenager. The Schenectady County District Attorney's Office said Nikos Assimakopoulos, 25, was convicted of one count of Rape in the Third Degree, one count of Criminal Sex Act in the Third Degree, and one count of Endangering the Welfare of a Child. He was acquitted on three other charges. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Prosecutors said he met the victim online and had inappropriate sexual contact with her repeatedly. At the time, she was 16 years old while he was 21. The crimes took place in December 2019 in the town of Niskayuna.The investigation began in March 2021 when the victim told police about her interactions with Assimakopoulos after he began working as a student teacher at Catholic Central High School in Troy. Assimakopoulos faces up to eight years in prison and 10 years on parole when he's sentenced in September. He...

Centennial building for sale as swingers club admits being swingers club

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:52:26 GMT

Hopefully it got a deep cleaning.A nondescript office building in Centennial is for sale after its former occupant, a swingers club, acknowledged in court documents that it was, indeed, a swingers club.The admission by the now-defunct The Office Social Club, whose website once boasted it was “the largest adult-themed venue in the state,” brought an end to the establishment’s battle with the City of Centennial.The city sued the business in February, saying it was a “sexually oriented business” operating in a part of town not zoned for that use.At the time the suit was filed, The Office’s website said the establishment had 16 different rooms, including a fake doctor’s office, classroom and office. It encouraged members to “pencil in their closest colleagues.”The website came down shortly after BusinessDen contacted the business about the lawsuit. A company representative at the time told a reporter The Office was merely “renting out office space, just like any other business that rent...

Rockies prospect injury report: Updates on Adael Amador, Helcris Olivarez, Zac Veen and more

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:52:26 GMT

The injury bug hit the Rockies hard this year, including at the minor-league level. Colorado farm director Chris Forbes provided The Post with updates on a number of renowned prospects who are currently dealing with injuries.OF Benny MontgomeryMontgomery, Colorado’s No. 6 overall prospect per MLB Pipeline, was carted off the field on Sunday in Eugene after colliding in the outfield with High-A Spokane teammate Juan Guerrero. The players ran into each other at full speed and knocked knees.Forbes said that “fingers are crossed that it’s not serious,” and that Montgomery only suffered a contusion. The Indians were off Monday, and the Rockies will re-evaluate Montgomery on Tuesday.OF Zac VeenColorado’s second-ranked prospect underwent season-ending left wrist surgery on June 22. The surgery addressed a lingering issue for Veen, fixing the injured extensor capri ulnaris tendon that zapped his power in his first year in Double-A, where he hit .209 with two ho...

Broncos camp rewind, Day 3: Secondary continues to shine against Denver’s quarterbacks

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:52:26 GMT

Broncos Player AttendanceDid not practice: Physically Unable to Perform list — OLB Baron Browning (knee). Non-Football Injury list — DL Mike Purcell (knee).Broncos rookie cornerback Riley Moss and outside linebacker Frank Clark missed practice Monday. Coach Sean Payton said it was a “club decision,” and would not further comment on their absences.Right tackle Mike McGlinchey returned to practice after missing last week due to a death in his family. Meanwhile, the team waived wide receiver K.J. Hamler and offensive tackle Christian DiLauro.Top PlayOutside linebacker Jonathon Cooper had his shining moment. During 11-on-11 work, Cooper burst past the offensive line, creating pressure on quarterback Russell Wilson. He would’ve gotten a sack if allowed to tackle the quarterback, but instead, Cooper was able to get Wilson to throw an interception to safety Justin Simmons.Thumbs upUndrafted rookie makes a strong impression: Running back Jaleel McLaughlin is fast. The undrafted rookie...

‘Euphoria’ star dies in California at 25

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:52:26 GMT

Angus Cloud, an actor best known for his role as the drug dealer Fezco “Fez” O’Neill on HBO’s Emmy-winning series “Euphoria,” has died at 25.  The news was first reported by TMZ.“It is with the heaviest heart that we had to say goodbye to an incredible human today. As an artist, a friend, a brother and a son, Angus was special to all of us in so many ways,” the family said in a statement to the celebrity news and gossip site.“Angus was open about his battle with mental health and we hope that his passing can be a reminder to others that they are not alone and should not fight this on their own in silence. We hope the world remembers him for his humor, laughter and love for everyone. We ask for privacy at this time as we are still processing this devastating loss."Angus Cloud attends the Ralph Lauren Fall/Winter 2022 fashion show at the Museum of Modern Art on Tuesday, March 22, 2022, in New York. ( Evan Agostini/Invision/AP)Cloud died at his family's home in Oakland, California...

Man's body found inside barrel at Malibu beach

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:52:26 GMT

The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department is investigating the discovery of a man's body inside a 55-gallon drum at Malibu Lagoon on Monday.Authorities say a park maintenance worker first saw the barrel floating near the Pacific Coast Highway bridge Sunday night."They got in a kayak to get it and brought it to shore," said LASD Lt. Hugo Reynaga. " Apparently it was too heavy and they didn’t want to open it, so they left it on shore."When a lifeguard arrived at work Monday morning, they swam out to retrieve the barrel, pulled it to shore, and then opened the top and made the gruesome discovery, authorities said.A man's body was found inside a 55-gallon drum in Malibu Lagoon. July 31, 2023. (KTLA)The body was found inside a 55-gallon plastic drum in Malibu Lagoon. July 31, 2023. (KTLA)Lifeguards discovered the body inside a drum in Malibu Lagoon. July 31, 2023. (KTLA)Lifeguards discovered the body inside a 55-gallon drum on Monday. July 31, 2023. (KTLA)No information about the victi...

Southern California boy undergoes brain surgery after taking baseball to head

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:52:26 GMT

Twelve-year-old Garrison Green is unlike any other preteen you'll meet. While having brain surgery is not something every young boy can say they've conquered, it's his attitude and zest for life that really sets him apart.The San Diego County native has been playing baseball since he was young and fell in love with the sport. "Baseball is more than a game," Garrison said. “I pitch, I play first base and I play outfield. I love the game of baseball so much. I’ve been playing for as long as I can remember.”“When Garrison is on the mound, I feel like everyone is pretty confident that this inning will be pretty quick," said Ezekiel Gachalian, or EZ as his teammates call him. He's been playing with Garrison for about six years. Angus Cloud from HBO’s ‘Euphoria’ dies at 25 Garrison says he focuses on two words, which are stitched on his glove: attitude and effort. He's more than a good player; he's also a standout teammate, friend, son and younger brother to an older sister who calls h...

These are the 'best' restaurants at the Disneyland Resort, according to Yelp

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:52:26 GMT

Die-hard Disneyland fans know that a trip to the “Happiest Place on Earth” wouldn’t be complete without enjoying their favorite magical treat or meal.From churros and popcorn carts dotting Main Street U.S.A. to Mickey Mouse-shaped beignets and pretzels, sit-down restaurants and everything in between, Disneyland and Disney California Adventure have a lot of options. So which are considered the "best?" New water play area to open at Disneyland Resort While a simple Google search will give you plenty of advice with articles listing the “best” or "must-try" food items, Yelp has compiled its own list.Here are the top places to eat at the Disneyland Resort, according to YelpCorn Dog CastleClub 33 (not open to all Disneyland guests)The Tropical HideawayTiki Juice Bar Ronto RoastersAdorable Snowman Frosted TreatsDisneyland Churro CartNapa RoseLamplight LoungeJack-Jack Cookie Num NumsDocking Bay 7 Food and CargoJolly Holiday Bakery CaféCarthay Circle RestaurantRed Rose TaverneGCH Craftsman...

RFK Jr. says he’s not anti-vaxx. His record shows the opposite.

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:52:26 GMT

By Michelle R. Smith and Ali Swenson | Associated PressDemocratic presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. rose to prominence during the COVID-19 pandemic because of his strident opposition to vaccines. Yet, he insists he’s not anti-vaccine. He has associated with influential people on the far right – including Tucker Carlson, Steve Bannon and Michael Flynn – to raise his profile. Yet, he portrays himself as a true Democrat inheriting the mantle of the Kennedy family.As he challenges President Joe Biden, the stories he tells on the campaign trail about himself, his life’s work and what he stands for are often the opposite of what his record actually shows.Though Kennedy’s primary challenge to a sitting president is widely considered a longshot, he’s been sucking up media attention due to his famous name and the possibility that his run could weaken Biden ahead of what is expected to be a close general election in 2024. He’s drawn praise from Republi...

Red tide returns to San Francisco Bay, one year after large fish die-off

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:52:26 GMT

A toxic red tide has returned to San Francisco Bay, raising fears of a reprise of last summer’s unusually large fish die-off.Experts report that harmful blooming algae was detected last weekend in rust-colored water samples from Emeryville, the Berkeley Marina, Albany and Marin County’s Richardson Bay and Muir Beach.While no fish deaths have yet been reported, authorities are advising that people and pets not enter the water and are closely monitoring the algae bloom. Last summer’s incident was alarmingly deadly, killing thousands of fish and other marine creatures, from tiny yellowfin goby to sharks and bat rays, according to reports submitted to San Francisco Baykeeper, an environmental group focused on water conditions in the bay. Foul-smelling corpses littered Bay Area beaches from San Pablo Bay to the South Bay.“It seems as though we’re catching the very early phases of this,” said David Senn, a senior scientist at the San Francisco Estuary Institute. “W...