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Amber Heard Returns to Acting in Jeremy O. Harris's 'Spirit of the People'
Amber Heard and Brandon Flynn will star in Jeremy O. Harris's new play 'Spirit of the People,' premiering at Williamstown Theatre Festival, which aims to confront uncomfortable truths about land and destruction, as part of a star-studded summer season.
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"Multiple Winning Powerball Tickets Sold in Upstate NY"
Three third-prize-winning Powerball tickets, each worth $50,000, were sold in Upstate and Central New York, including one in Liverpool. The winning ticket from Liverpool was purchased at the Speedway at 7369 Oswego Rd.
"Baltimore's Cultural Icon Lost: Key Bridge Collapse Cleanup Underway"
The collapse of the historic Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore has deeply shaken the city's maritime community, impacting port workers and crabbers whose livelihoods depend on the bridge. The disaster has halted maritime traffic to one of the east coast’s busiest ports, and the loss of life has highlighted the challenges facing immigrant workers. The collapse has also brought attention to Baltimore's rich maritime history and the city's resilience in the face of adversity.
"Top-Ranked U.S. Cities and Neighborhoods for Quality Living"
Six communities in Massachusetts, including Cambridge and Boston, have been named among the Best Places to Live in America in 2024 by Niche, based on factors such as housing market health, neighborhood diversity, public schools, and walkability. This ranking, which analyzed 230 cities and over 18,000 places, aims to assist individuals in choosing where to live, with Naperville, Illinois, taking the top spot. Niche utilized data from sources like the U.S. Census Bureau and resident reviews to compile the list, which also includes other Massachusetts neighborhoods like Brookline and Cambridgeport.
"Winter Storm Causes Widespread Power Outages and Emergency Declarations in Capital Region"
Thousands of customers in the Capital Region are experiencing power outages across multiple counties, with some areas expected to have power restored by 8 p.m. while others are still being assessed for restoration times, impacting various communities including Guilderland, Colonie, Albany, Menands, Watervliet, Clifton Park, Halfmoon, Troy, North Greenbush, Brunswick, Altamont, Knox, Schodack, and East Greenbush.
"Western U.S. Hit by Massive Winter Storm, Causing Widespread Power Outages"
NV Energy reports widespread power outages in western Nevada, with over 9,500 customers affected, most notably in Washoe County. The outages are scattered across various areas, with some customers being without power since before midnight. NV Energy has not provided a cause or estimated time for power restoration in most cases, but they are working to restore power to affected areas.
"Northeast Ohio Prepares for 436 Area Code Rollout"
The 440 area code in parts of Greater Cleveland is close to being exhausted, leading to the introduction of the new 436 area code for new phone lines starting March 1, serving the same geographic area as 440. This change comes as a response to the increasing demand for phone numbers in the region.
"Ohio's 440 Region Prepares for New Area Code 436 Launch"
Ohio's 440 area code will be exhausted, prompting the introduction of the new 436 area code in 2024 for Northeast Ohio, including parts of the Cleveland metropolitan area. Existing customers will keep their 440 area code, while new customers will receive the 436 area code starting March 1, 2024. This follows the recent introduction of area code 283 in Cincinnati and Southwest Ohio in 2023, as the increasing number of connected devices can lead to quicker exhaustion of area codes.
"Northeast Ohio Welcomes New 436 Area Code"
A new area code, 436, will be added to the existing 440 area code in Northeast Ohio starting on March 1, 2024, serving the northern portion of the state. Existing telephone customers will keep their current area code, but new service or line requests in the 440 region may be assigned a number in the new 436 area code.
Northeast Ohio to Introduce New 436 Area Code
The Public Utilities Commission of Ohio has announced that Northeast Ohio's new area code will be 436, replacing the 440 area code for new cell phone numbers starting on March 1. Existing 440 area code numbers will not change. The 440 area code is expected to run out of available numbers in the second half of the year. The new area code has sparked discussions about its significance and potential impact on the region, with some residents expressing pride in their existing area codes.
"Northern California's Low-Elevation Snowfall Thrills Winter Enthusiasts"
In Northern California, snow-seekers are delighted by a late-season snowfall at lower elevations, particularly in the Pollock Pines area. Families and individuals, including the Atallah family and Jon Castillo, are enjoying the winter wonderland, with some experiencing snow for the first time. Despite the cold, people are engaging in outdoor activities like picnics, embracing the snowy conditions with excitement and making the most of the delayed winter weather.