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When Hunger Meets a Paying Job

April 9, 2026

Two years after a nighttime shoplifting incident in southwest Portland, the shoplifter has filed a lawsuit against the grocery clerk who chased him. At the time, Joshua Merkel said he took more than $100 worth of food without paying because he was hungry—and claimed the clerk’s response left him wit

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Caroline Dubois: A New Champion in the Making

April 3, 2026

Caroline Dubois has carved a path that echoes the bold steps of Ronda Rousey and Serena Williams. In her early years, she disguised herself as a boy to train in boxing because girls were barred from the sport. This daring move paid off, leading her to a gold medal at the 2018 Youth Olympics and pa

entertainment

A New Kid on the Block: A Teen’s Fight with Anxiety

March 12, 2026

Will Ropp, who has acted in shows like “The Way Back” and “Love, Victor, ” decided to step behind the camera. He wanted a script that felt real. Ropp tried to sign up for The Black List, but the site said he had no film credits. He then used a friend’s login and looked through about one hundred scri

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New Era for the Canucks: Garland’s Move to Columbus

March 6, 2026

Vancouver traded winger Conor Garland to the Columbus Blue Jackets for a 2028 second‑round pick and a 2026 third‑round pick. Garland, who signed a six‑year deal with the Canucks last summer that runs through 2032 and carries a $6 million cap hit, has seen his role shift as the team moves toward rebu

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Light‑Heavyweight Clash: Prochazka vs. Ulberg at UFC 327

February 28, 2026

The main attraction of UFC 327 in Miami is a fight for the light‑heavyweight title between Jiri Prochazka and Carlos Ulberg. The championship will be contested after Alex Pereira steps away from the belt, likely to pursue a move into the heavyweight division. Prochazka, who has held the title onc

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Boxing Meets Kickboxing: Usyk Faces Verhoeven at the Pyramids

February 28, 2026

A heavyweight showdown is on the horizon, with Oleksandr Usyk set to defend his WBC crown against kickboxing star Rico Verhoeven on May 23. The fight will take place in a dramatic setting: the Pyramids of Giza, Egypt. Usyk has been on a winning streak since July 2025, when he knocked out Daniel Dub

crime

Police and Court Actions in February: A Quick Look

February 27, 2026

The state prison system is looking into an inmate who attacked a civilian counselor and a correction officer on Monday at Lakeview Shock Correctional Facility, sending both staff to the hospital. At Niagara County, Sheriff’s deputies charged 33‑year‑old Eric M. Mende after he crashed into a patro

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Top Athletes of the Week in Section V

February 23, 2026

The spotlight shines on high‑school sports stars from Section V, and this week’s fan vote decides who gets the title of Faber Builders Boys Sports Athlete of the Week for February 16‑22. The voting window closes at 8 p. m. Wednesday, and the winner will be revealed on Instagram Thursday morning. Sp

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A Year in Pixels: The Story Behind the Lens

February 16, 2026

Photography is more than just clicking a button. It's about capturing stories, emotions, and moments. For a group of dedicated photographers, this is a daily mission. They are not just taking pictures. They are documenting life, one day at a time. Meet the team behind the lens. Derek, Joed, Joshua,

technology

Ethereum's Busy Network and Other Crypto Updates

January 28, 2026

Ethereum is having a moment. It's processing more transactions than ever before, with over 2. 8 million transactions in a single week. This is a big deal because it shows the network is handling more activity without skyrocketing fees. The staking exit queue has also dropped to zero, meaning people