NYPD officers in diving suits sit after searching the lake in the Central Park, Monday, Dec. 9, 2024, in New York. (AP Photo/Yuki Iwamura)NEW YORK (AP) — Police have arrested a 26-year-old man with a weapon consistent with the gun used to kill the head of the largest U.S. health insurer, New York’s police commissioner said Monday. The man was…
The new State Lab is under construction on the Capitol grounds in Bismarck on Nov. 21, 2024. (Michael Achterling/North Dakota Monitor)BISMARCK, N.D. (North Dakota Monitor) — A new State Lab under construction on the Capitol grounds will give North Dakota expanded capabilities to address public health and environmental concerns, including testing to detect forever chemicals. North Dakota’s Department of Environmental…
This fire hydrant in Mandan ruptured in 2023, flooding residential property down a hillside below the hydrant. (Courtesy of Marc Montplaisir)WEST FARGO, N.D. (North Dakota Monitor) — The insurance provider for cities and other local governments across North Dakota routinely denies claims from state residents without providing an explanation, according to an audit report presented to legislators last week. Several…
Schools: Bagley Public Schools : Two hours late on Monday, December 9. *** Clearbrook-Gonvick Schools: Opening 2 hours late on Monday, December 9. Food Service will not be serving breakfast. *** Fosston Public School: Opening Late Monday 2 Hours *** Greenbush-Middle River School: School and buses will be 2 hours late Monday, December 9. *** Lake Park Audubon School District: Two…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Another local business is closing for good. Red River Coffee on 52nd Avenue South in Fargo posted to Facebook that they are closing on December 20th. They say the rising cost of running a business and the rising cost of goods is what led to the decision. All digital coupons from June 1st through now will…
THIEF RIVER FALLS, Minn. (KVRR) – In a town like Thief River Falls – everybody knows everybody. So players on the Lincoln High School Prowlers hockey team were aware of and even friends with eighth grader Oliver Kezar. But there’s a difference between having someone hang around and making them an official part of your coaching staff. “He actually said…
WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – “Christmas on the Prairie” at Bonanzaville in West Fargo promised a return to a simpler time when carolers sang the sounds of the season. That’s not all that was offered. There were pictures with Santa, carriage rides and even a specialty seasonal model train display. The Spud Valley Model Railroad Club operates out of Bonanzaville,…
MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) – Normally, in order to get an audience with Santa, you have to swing by the mall or a similar location. But in Moorhead, you could catch him out on the ice. The Moorhead Parks and Recreation department put on the “Skate With Santa” event at the Moorhead Sports Center. Admission was free, and all were welcome…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – If you’re looking for a place to spruce up your look, there’s a new spot just opening in Fargo. The Nail Co. is located on 45th Street South and features a luxurious layout with a full range of services. The 3,700 square foot salon offers everything from a headspa to permanent jewelry; and, of course, every…
FARGO, N.D. – The 18th Annual Xcel Energy Holiday Lights Parade brought cheer to the downtowns of both Fargo and Moorhead. The parade got underway at 6:30 P.M. sharp on Saturday. It began on Center Ave. in Moorhead before rumbling straight down Broadway in Fargo. Leading the charge were the Grand Marshals of the parade – The Fargo Police Department…
