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MoU to harness India’s digital solutionsA federal jury has awarded a Levittown woman $2 million after finding Nassau police officers falsely arrested her at her home in 2019, according to lawyers for the plaintiff and the defendants. The verdict, reached in Central Islip on Friday, comes nearly six years after Donna Cipley said officers forcibly removed her from her house on March 12, 2019, wearing nothing but a pajama bottom and a tank top despite the cold. In a news release at the time, police said officers went to her home because she was wanted for criminal contempt and that she hit one with a door and bent back a detective's thumb. She was charged with second-degree assault and resisting arrest. Those charges were later dropped, her attorney said. “This is a long-awaited vindication of this grandmother’s rights," said Cipley's attorney, Frederick K. Brewington. "Finally, after attacking her in her own home, parading her before cameras in handcuffs and charging her with crimes she did not commit, she has seen just a small bit of justice.” Oscar Michelen, the lead attorney for the county and the police officers, said the defendants had done nothing wrong and that the county would fight the verdict. The biggest news, politics and crime stories in Nassau County, in your inbox every Friday at noon. By clicking Sign up, you agree to our privacy policy . "We believe that the amount awarded for the false arrest was excessive, and that even the false arrest finding will eventually be overturned on appeal," he told Newsday. Nassau County spokesman Chris Boyle did not respond to a request for comment Saturday. Cipley, who was in her early 60s at the time of the arrest, claimed in her suit that Nassau officers had started harassing her family after her son, who had been hospitalized for a drug overdose in 2018, refused to become a police informant. She alleged that detectives visited her home, shining lights in the windows and ringing the doorbell. She also said in her suit that "at no point" was she ever "the subject of a criminal contempt charge." After her charges were dimissed in October 2019, Cipley filed her civil rights lawsuit in 2020 . She accused six officers of abuse, but Brewington and Michelen confirmed that the jury on Friday found only two officers, Det. Michael Mazzara and Det. Basil Gomez, liable. Cipley's original complaint accused the defendants of allegations including assault, battery, false arrest and malicious prosecution. The jury found the officers liable only for the false arrest, according to the attorneys. In October, a federal jury in Brooklyn awarded more than $2.3 million dollars to Robert Besedin Sr. , an Air Force veteran from Baldwin who alleged two Nassau County police officers threw him down concrete stairs during an encounter at his home in 2017. Newsday previously reported that there were 75 settlements or jury awards for lawsuits alleging police or prosecutorial misconduct between 2000 and January 2023 on Long Island, costing taxpayers at least $165 million.KINGSTON, Jamaica— Opposition Spokesman on Water, Ian Hayles says the majority of the more than 547,000 customers of the National Water Commission (NWC) will not benefit from the three-month amnesty announced on Sunday by Prime Minister Andrew Holness. According to Hayles, it is a desperate knee-jerk reaction on the part of the Jamaica Labour Party (JLP) Government. He also suggested that the government was playing politics with water. Hayles was speaking Tuesday at a press conference called by the People’s National Party (PNP) at the party’s Old Hope Road headquarters. He was responding to the announcement made by Holness at the JLP’s annual conference at the National Arena. The prime minister announced that some individuals, in particular pensioners and beneficiaries of the Programme of Advancement Through Health and Education (PATH), could see their entire NWC debt written off. The amnesty is set to start on January 2 next year. According to Hayles, the announcement was not properly thought out with staff of the NWC calling the Ministry of Labour and Social Security up to Monday to ascertain the number of Jamaicans who are on PATH and how many are pensioners. “So this was not well thought out, it was a knee-jerk reaction and it shows a level of desperation on the part of the government,” Hayles said. He asserted that the amnesty will not benefit more than 10 per cent of the NWC’s customers. He said the Government has failed in nine years to better the lives of Jamaicans.Published 5:03 pm Friday, December 6, 2024 By PA News By Chris Moore Special to The News PORT NECHES — Burnt orange and Cardinal red were sprinkled into the mass of purple teachers, friends and family that showed up to Port Neches-Groves High School on Wednesday to see Jackson Christian and Mason Wuenschel sign letters of intent to play college ball. Get the latest news sent to your inbox Christian, one of the top offensive linemen in the state, signed with the University of Texas Longhorns, while Wuenschel, who plays linebacker for PNG signed to play both football and baseball for the Lamar Cardinals. Christian said he felt good to get the signing out of the way, even though he made the decision to choose Texas public back in May. “A lot of stress is gone,” he said. “I am very excited that I picked a good school. I am very excited to get there and start working.” The lineman said Texas started recruiting him early in the process, offering him his fourth scholarship. “They have great coaches, and I believe they are the best at what do,” he said. Christian said it felt good to share the moment with his teammate. “Right now, I am still a PNG Indian,” he said. “I haven’t closed that chapter of my life. I hope I get three more weeks to do that.” Wuenschel said he is grateful to be able to be able to be a dual-sport athlete at the next level. “I am just thankful for the coaches to allow me to be able to play two sports at Lamar,” he said. Wuenschel is coming off one of his most impactful games as an Indian. He forced a fumble on the first play of the game against Texas High School in the third-round playoff match up. Wuenschel also threw a TD pass and ran one in out of the team’s wildcat package. “It’s all about my teammates and them putting me in positions to make plays,” he said. PNG Head Coach Jeff Joseph said the two players’ dedication is unmatched. “They are gifted with good size,” he said. “They are athletic, but they didn’t take that for granted. They go to work every single day. Despite being bigger than most people, they put in work in the weight room and in practice. They do everything at full speed and to the best of their ability. I know they are going to get the most out of themselves in college.
SAN FRANCISCO , Dec. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Carlsquare announced its role as exclusive financial advisor to Boomi, the intelligent integration and automation leader jointly owned by Francisco Partners and TPG, on its acquisition of Rivery, an advanced data integration provider offering cutting-edge Change Data Capture (CDC) for real-time, efficient data movement. Founded with a mission to streamline data management, Rivery enables organizations to deploy data pipelines efficiently by utilizing ELT capabilities. With its innovative solutions, Rivery has established itself as a leader in simplifying data management through real-time data integration and advanced CDC technology. The acquisition represents a significant milestone for Boomi as it accelerates its vision to simplify data management, allowing customers to consolidate on fewer vendors and address evolving data management needs in the age of data-driven decision-making and AI. "This acquisition marks an important milestone for Boomi as we expand our platform to address the evolving data management needs of businesses in the age of data-driven decision-making and AI. Carlsquare's expertise and dedication through the entire process was a critical success element. Their deep understanding of the automation and data sectors enabled them to be true champions of our success," said Steve Lucas , Chairman and CEO of Boomi. Susan Blanco , Managing Partner at Carlsquare, added, "Boomi's acquisition of Rivery underscores the growing importance of advanced data integration solutions. We are proud to have delivered an exceptional outcome for Boomi and its stakeholders as they continue to lead in the intelligent integration and automation space." About Boomi: Boomi is the intelligent integration and automation leader, helping organizations around the world streamline critical processes to achieve business outcomes faster. The Boomi Enterprise Platform harnesses advanced AI capabilities to seamlessly connect systems and manage data flows with API management, integration, data management, and AI orchestration in one comprehensive solution. For more information, visit www.boomi.com . About Carlsquare: Carlsquare is a global technology investment bank with over 20 years of experience advising companies and their shareholders on M&A, capital markets, and strategic matters. With 170+ bankers across 8 countries, Carlsquare provides unparalleled access to investors, private equity partners, and strategic buyers. For more information, visit www.carlsquare.com . View original content to download multimedia: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/carlsquare-advises-boomi-on-acquisition-of-data-integration-provider-rivery-302336746.html SOURCE Carlsquare, LLCMUMBAI: Commuter associations and passengers have cautioned the Western Railway against succumbing to political pressure and altering train schedules and reducing the number of air-conditioned (AC) trains plying on the suburban route. On Thursday, a meeting between Western Railway (WR) authorities and the Divisional Railway Users Consultative Committee (DRUCC) - a body appointed by the Indian Railways representing train commuters - discussed this issue, among other things. On December 3, the Shiv Sena (UBT) had organised a protest at Bhayander station, where they opposed the replacing of the 8.24 am Churchgate-bound non-AC local with an AC local. They claimed that AC services were not being adequately patronised. Following the protest, last week, the WR revised its train schedule and increased the number of coaches, from 12 to 15, for two non-AC services starting from Bhayander. The revision was in response to demands made by the Sena (UBT) to withdraw suburban AC services during morning peak hours. Opposing this decision, DRUCC members at Thursday’s meeting urged the railway not to curtail the services of AC local trains, especially those connecting Bhayander and Virar with Churchgate, sources said. “There is ample demand for AC trains, which operate at full capacity. There is no space to board Churchgate-bound trains from Borivali during morning peak hours and vice versa during evening rush hour. We demanded that the new AC train that has come to the Central Railway and is lying unused be shifted to WR,” said Rajiv Singhal, member, DRUCC. “I have appealed to local railway officials and the ministry of railways not to succumb to political pressure”. In November, the Central Railway, after more than two years, received an AC local train with advanced technology that creates more room for passengers. Sources in the WR who were present at the meeting said they have asked the Railway Board if this train could be transferred from the CR to the WR. Currently, WR has nine local AC trains and operates 109 trips daily. These AC locals carry over 4% of the passengers on the railway and account for 23% of the railway’s revenue. The average daily number of commuters using AC locals on the WR is around 125,000, of the total 2.9 million commuters travelling on the 120-km-long Churchgate–Dahanu route. The Central Railway operates six AC locals, with five of them in service operating 66 services. When inducted, the seventh new AC train will be used when other trains are under maintenance. “There is no proposal to send our AC rake to the WR and it will be used for our services after fitment. This new rake will be needed to avoid cancellation of AC trains on Saturdays and Sundays,” said a CR official.
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Gov. Gretchen Whitmer is on a trade mission this week in Spain to spur foreign investments in the state. “This investment mission to Spain is an opportunity to expand Michigan’s global footprint and attract new economic opportunities to our state,” Whitmer said in a statement. “Engaging directly with international business and policy leaders allows us to showcase Michigan’s strengths and competitive advantages, helping to foster new investments that create good-paying jobs for Michiganders. “Building these connections with the global business community is essential to sustaining growth and ensuring economic prosperity for all.” The three-day trip kicked off Monday, Nov. 25, with Whitmer joining the state’s economic development team, including Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) CEO Quentin Messer Jr. According to the MEDC, Michigan is Spain’s fifth-largest trade partner among the states. Over the last decade, Spanish companies invested in eight foreign direct investment projects have resulted in 926 jobs created and $283.98 million in capital investment in the state. The country is Michigan’s 11th-largest export market, with Michigan exporting more than $770 million worth of goods to Spain in 2023, according to the MEDC. On the trip, the governor and team will meet with public and private sector leaders to expand partnerships and secure investments, which MEDC officials said will create jobs and bring critical supply chains home to Michigan. Among the meetings, the Michigan delegation will further build relationships with officials from Spain-based automotive supplier Gestamp, which MEDC officials say recently announced expansions of its manufacturing operations in Mason, Lapeer and Chelsea. The company, which has its North American headquarters in Troy, is also planning to open a fourth factory in Chesterfield, according to Senate Democrats . “Connecting directly with business and government leaders in Spain is another valuable opportunity to showcase Michigan as a prime destination for global investment,” Messer said. “As one of the nation’s most international states, Team Michigan will continue to present our ‘Make It in Michigan’ strategy, focused on investing in people, revitalizing places and winning projects to global neighbors.” While in Madrid, the Michigan delegation will be joined by Maria Jesus Fernandez, the trade commissioner of Spain in Chicago. Other trade missions this year involving the state’s executive branch include Whitmer traveling to South Korea and Taiwan and Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist II traveling to the United Kingdom and the Netherlands.
The Kansas City Chiefs bounced back from their first defeat of the season with a dramatic 30-27 win over the Carolina Panthers. The reigning Super Bowl champions saw their run of 15 straight wins ended by the Buffalo Bills last week, but got back to winning ways thanks to star quarterback Patrick Mahomes. After a late Chuba Hubbard touchdown and two-point conversion had made it 27-27, the Chiefs got the ball back with less than two minutes on the clock and a 33-yard run from Mahomes helped set up Spencer Shrader for a game-winning field goal. Mahomes finished the game with 269 yards and three touchdowns, two of them to Noah Gray in the first half. Running back Jahmyr Gibbs scored two touchdowns as the Detroit Lions beat the Indianapolis Colts 24-6 to improve their record to 10-1, matching that of the Chiefs. David Montgomery also ran for a score before having to leave the game with a shoulder injury. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers ended a four-game losing streak with a 30-7 win over the New York Giants, who “mutually agreed” to terminate the contract of quarterback Daniel Jones earlier this week. Jones’ replacement Tommy DeVito was sacked four times while opposite number Baker Mayfield ran for a touchdown and completed 24 of 30 pass attempts for 294 yards. Rachaad White, Bucky Irving and Sean Tucker also ran for touchdowns in a one-sided contest. The Dallas Cowboys ended their five-game losing streak with a remarkable 34-26 win over the Washington Commanders, with 30 points scored in the final three minutes. KaVontae Turpin’s 99-yard kick-off return for a touchdown looked to have sealed victory for the Cowboys, only for the Commanders to respond with a field goal before getting the ball back with 33 seconds remaining. Wide receiver Terry McLaurin sprinted 86 yards through the Dallas defence for a touchdown, only for Austin Seibert to miss the extra point. The Commanders tried an onside kick and Juanyeh Thomas returned it 43 yards for a touchdown. Quarterback Tua Tagovailoa threw four touchdown passes as the Miami Dolphins cruised to a 34-15 win over the New England Patriots, while the Tennessee Titans pulled off a surprise 32-27 victory at the Houston Texans. The Minnesota Vikings improved to 9-2 thanks to a 30-27 overtime win against the Chicago Bears, Parker Romo kicking the decisive field goal from 29 yards.None
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MONTPELIER — The drumbeat for a municipal tax rate increase that is in line with the current rate of inflation just got a little bit louder in Montpelier where city councilors are struggling with what amounts to a $460,000 problem. That’s the bad news. The good news, which may not be as good as it sounded in the moment Wednesday night, was that latest draft of the budget for the Montpelier Roxbury Public School District estimates Montpelier’s homestead tax rate would drop 1.62% — about 2 cents — after spiking last year. Fraser — and later Finance Director Sarah LaCroix — acknowledged that number was subject to change even as Superintendent Libby Bonesteel was across town warning school directors it was based on the fiscal equivalent of “quicksand.” Bonesteel explained there is reason to believe some of the preliminary numbers used to generate what may be an overly rosy projection with respect to the education tax rate are unreliable and, she said, it wouldn’t take much to turn what looks like a slight rate reduction into 6% increase. “We feel like we’re standing on quicksand right now,” Bonesteel told board members contemplating whether to make adjustments to a budget proposal that currently calls for spending nearly $32.4 million, an increase of about $1.8 million, or a little over 5.8%. The board made no decisions and neither did the council, though there appears to be a growing sense that the $19.2 million municipal budget recommended by Fraser last week will be altered next year. Fraser acknowledged as much during a self-described “rant” that spanned 10 minutes and framed the hour-long discussion that followed. It’s one during which Montpelier’s veteran manager sought to debunk the narrative he is “playing games” with the budget and “push back” on the suggestion the city is administratively “top heavy.” Fraser said the budget he recommended is what is required to provide the services, through its strategic plan, has indicated it wants. “If you want to do what you want to do, this is what it (costs),” he said before launching into a protracted defense of his administrative team. “I appreciate that we have difficult decisions to make, but I want to push back ... about this notion that we have ... all these people in their ivory towers doing nothing,” Fraser said, praising in some detail the work his multi-tasking department heads do on behalf of the city. “Every one of them is delivering services to our public, and if you were to change their titles the work they’re doing still needs to be (done),” he said. Fraser echoed that sentiment more than once before he was finished, noting that further staff cuts to a budget that already reflects a net reduction in employees would come at a cost. “If we reduce people we’re going to have to decide what work we’re not going to do,” he said. Flash forward an hour and Liberty Street resident Dave Bellini lamented the council hadn’t made more progress on that front. “You’re dancing around the issue,” Bellini complained. “You have to look at ‘necessary’ versus ‘nice-to-have.’” Fire, police and public works all got a thumb’s up from Bellini, who argued a communications specialist didn’t “pass the straight-faced test” in a community of 8,000 people. “Get real,” he said. “This is a small corner store that you’re managing here. This is not Walmart or something.” Bellini said limiting the tax rate increase to the rate of inflation — 3.5% — was reasonable and, he said he believed necessary. “I’m fed up with the taxes,” he said. “Last year, the taxpayers got kicked in the teeth. Enough!” Bellini’s comments served as a bookend to Fraser’s pre-buttal and capped a council conversation that featured a mix of frustration and confusion. The latter was supplied by Councilor Sal Alfano who mistakenly believed the council previously voted to ask Fraser to prepare a budget that would require an inflation-based tax increase of 3.5%. Though that was the suggestion of Councilor Tim Heney, and others voiced support for it at the time, Fraser noted, the council never voted. “If there had been a motion made and passed that’s what you would have got,” he said, recalling a conversation that was more brainstorming than directive. Absent clear direction, Fraser recommended a budget he said limited the increase as much as possible, while still meeting the goals outlined in the council-approved strategic plan. Heney suggested Wednesday night the plan, which in his view is little more than a too-long list of “bullet points,” is treated by staff as council priorities, which becomes a problem when budget season rolls around. “Not every service that we provide is essential for a community our size,” he said, adding: “We provide a lot of good services to people, but it’s OK to review that and determine when we’re over the top.” Heney said he would like to explore the city’s information technology contract and is intrigued by the possibility of facilitating the Montpelier Senior Activity Center’s possible shift to a stand-alone non-profit. Others, like Alfano and Councilor Adriene Gil, said they were uncomfortable recommending specific reductions and believed that should be left to those who know more about how the city functions. According to Fraser, limiting the tax increase to 3.5% would require cutting an additional $460,000, identifying that much new revenue, or some combination of the two. For the second straight week he dangled the prospect of enacting a 1% tax on sales, while being careful to note he wasn’t recommending it and suggested most other alternatives would require additional layoffs. “We are in an impossible situation. I don’t think we can reduce the tax rate significantly without affecting something we do,” he said. “That’s not a threat, that’s just a fact. So the question is which area do you want to choose?” If Fraser was expecting an answer in real time he didn’t get one and councilors agreed to resume their budget discussion on Jan. 8. In order to meet the Town Meeting Day warning requirements, the budget must be adopted on Jan. 22. david.delcore @timesargus.comBackflip Releases AI Model That Turns Text Into Physical Reality, Backed By $30M from NEA and Andreessen Horowitz