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AUBURN — Emily Andrews broke the deadlock. Her sister, Madeline, clinched the victory. St. Dom’s/Lisbon snapped a scoreless tie with less than five minutes remaining and went on to a 2-0 win over Greely/Gray-New Gloucester in a girls’ hockey game Wednesday afternoon at Norway Savings Bank Arena in Auburn. Alana Wheeler made 12 saves for the shutout, while Charley Louie stopped 31 shots in a strong effort for the Rangers (0-3). Louie frustrated the Saints until Emily Andrews finally broke through, and Madeline Andrews added an insurance goal with less than two minutes to go. St. Dom’s (1-1) peppered Louie in the first period, but the Rangers’ goalie made 12 saves, including a breakaway stop on freshman Julie Quangliaroli early in the game. Both teams were unable to convert power-play opportunities late in the opening period. St. Dom’s nearly made it 1-0 early in the middle period when a shot hit the post and almost rolled in. Louie stopped all 10 shots she faced in the second, while Wheeler, a freshman, turned aside four shots. Comments are not available on this story. Send questions/comments to the editors. « Previous Next »

There's something magical about Christmas - it's inexplicable and infectious - as if stardust and joy have been sprinkled in the very air we breathe and Santa is indeed flying in a gilded sleigh through our skies on his way to us . Growing up in cosmopolitan Mumbai and being nurtured at a convent, I find my association with Christmas is far more contextual than any other festival. Like many Mumbaikars caught in the enchanting web of yuletide spirit, I decked up my Christmas tree way before the much-celebrated eve, and I find most of my friends - Hindu, Muslim, Parsi and all - embrace the season with Christmas décor, festive soirées, and Christmas pressies making their merry way to my doorstep. While Deepak Parekh's iconic Christmas party that commandeered most of the Taj was once legendary before it drew to a close, the torch of grand Christmas celebrations has been gracefully passed on. Jimmi Kapur's Christmas lunch Many friends host their signature Christmas brunch but I chose to attend Jimmi Kapur and her daughter Tina's lunch party that sparkles with traditional Christmas splendor - a feast fit for the season with prime rib, baked ham, and roast turkey accompanied by scalloped potatoes swimming in cream and that essential tang of cranberry sauce. The Honey-Glazed Ham, green bean casserole, and Yorkshire Pudding at their do would make any British chef proud. And oh, the piece de resistance - their delectable Christmas pudding and mince pies transport you straight to a Victorian Christmas! Mumbai society turns out in their green and red Christmas finest, adding glamour to the warmth of tradition. Anirudh & Malvika Kohli Christmas Mumbai's beloved Dr. Anirudh Kohli, CEO of Breach Candy Hospital, and dermatologist Malavika Kohli's iconic Christmas celebration in Alibaug drew medical luminaries and close friends from the Alibaug circuit - of which I'm an honorary member thanks to my fam Pankaj and Vinny Mehra. The evening saw guests hopping onto speed boats, the sea breeze carrying promises of festive cheer. Their verdant lawns transformed into an enchanted garden, with trees wrapped in twinkling fairy lights and red crystal baubles catching the starlight like frozen drops of Christmas magic. The outdoor buffet table embellished with crystal snowflake and miniature santas offered an inspired contrast - traditional Maharashtrian delicacies alongside charred gourmet burgers - perfectly embodying Mumbai's ability to blend traditions with contemporary flair. Nikhil Chaganlal’s birthday art extravaganza Speaking of treasured Christmas memories, there's only one friend who has ever visited me at 9 am and casually instructed my cook to whip up two omelettes! That impromptu breakfast meet remains my favorite memory of famed artistic Nikhil Chaganlal, whose artistic journey I've watched unfold with wonder. His passion for painting led him from the bustling streets of Mumbai to the serene shores of Alibaug and eventually to Goa's artistic haven. His recent exhibition and birthday celebration rolled into one at Shanti Chopra’s quaint colaba wooden cottage like gallery Art Musings, curated by Sangeeta Chopra, surpasses all his previous shows. Accompanied by a stunning coffee table book showcasing his latest works - a perfect Christmas gift for art aficionados- the show was buzzing until the wee hours. This Christmas, I find Mumbai absolutely radiant - strings of lights on streets turning the city into a tapestry of stars. As a friend remarked, it's perhaps a reflection of the good times and political stability blessing India. May these blessed times continue for our beloved Bharat - whether we're celebrating Eid, Diwali, or Christmas. There's something profound about how our city embraces every festival with equal joy, making each celebration our own. As the carol goes, "Peace on Earth, goodwill to all" - may we forever hold onto this spirit of celebrating together as one great Indian family, our unique customs making our festivities only richer and more meaningful. (Write to Nisha JamVwal at nishjamwal@gmail.com)

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — A Connecticut couple has been charged in Minnesota with being part of a shoplifting ring suspected of stealing around $1 million in goods across the country from the upscale athletic wear retailer Lululemon. Jadion Anthony Richards, 44, and Akwele Nickeisha Lawes-Richards, 45, both of Danbury, Connecticut, were charged this month with one felony count of organized retail theft. Both went free last week after posting bail bonds of $100,000 for him and $30,000 for her, court records show. They're due back in Ramsey County District Court in St. Paul on Dec. 16. According to the criminal complaints, a Lululemon investigator had been tracking the pair even before police first confronted them on Nov. 14 at a store in suburban Roseville. The investigator told police the couple were responsible for hundreds of thousands of dollars in losses across the country, the complaints said. They would steal items and make fraudulent returns, it said. Police found suitcases containing more than $50,000 worth of Lululemon clothing when they searched the couple's hotel room in Bloomington, the complaint said. According to the investigator, they were also suspected in thefts from Lululemon stores in Colorado, Utah, New York and Connecticut, the complaint said. Within Minnesota, they were also accused of thefts at stores in Minneapolis and the suburbs of Woodbury, Edina and Minnetonka. The investigator said the two were part of a group that would usually travel to a city and hit Lululemon stores there for two days, return to the East Coast to exchange the items without receipts for new items, take back the new items with the return receipts for credit card refunds, then head back out to commit more thefts, the complaint said. In at least some of the thefts, it said, Richards would enter the store first and buy one or two cheap items. He'd then return to the sales floor where, with help from Lawes-Richards, they would remove a security sensor from another item and put it on one of the items he had just purchased. Lawes-Richards and another woman would then conceal leggings under their clothing. They would then leave together. When the security sensors at the door went off, he would offer staff the bag with the items he had bought, while the women would keep walking out, fooling the staff into thinking it was his sensor that had set off the alarm, the complaint said. Richards' attorney declined comment. Lawes-Richards' public defender did not immediately return a call seeking comment Monday. “This outcome continues to underscore our ongoing collaboration with law enforcement and our investments in advanced technology, team training and investigative capabilities to combat retail crime and hold offenders accountable,” Tristen Shields, Lululemon's vice president of asset protection, said in a statement. "We remain dedicated to continuing these efforts to address and prevent this industrywide issue.” The two are being prosecuted under a state law enacted last year that seeks to crack down on organized retail theft. One of its chief authors, Sen. Ron Latz, of St. Louis Park, said 34 states already had organized retail crime laws on their books. “I am glad to see it is working as intended to bring down criminal operations," Latz said in a statement. "This type of theft harms retailers in myriad ways, including lost economic activity, job loss, and threats to worker safety when crime goes unaddressed. It also harms consumers through rising costs and compromised products being resold online.” Two Minnesota women were also charged under the new law in August. They were accused of targeting a Lululemon store in Minneapolis.A snowball fight at Kidd Brewer Stadium ? There were elements of that Saturday in Boone, North Carolina, when JMU football stood in the tunnel waiting to enter the field in its game against Appalachian State . In a snowy stadium, fans standing by the visitors tunnel hurled snowballs and other objects at the Dukes while they stood in the tunnel. The players had pads and helmets on, but not everyone in the tunnel did. JMU football coach Bob Chesney said even after coming out of the tunnel before the game, snowballs kept falling. He thought there were a few instances during the game. @SunBelt when do your officials plan on stopping the snowballs being thrown on the field at JMU players lined up for the snap? The warning should have been made at the beginning of the game with a penalty for this. pic.twitter.com/4vPADFgAf9 "I thought at one point on the PAT, a snowball hit our long snapper," Chesney said. "It's just what they're doing and who they are and it's exciting." JMU and Appalachian State have developed a rivalry since the Dukes moved to the Sun Belt. In 2022 — during the Dukes' transition year before they were officially part of FBS — JMU came back to win after being down 28-3. In 2023, the Mountaineers beat the Dukes at home in overtime with College GameDay in town. It was JMU's first game at Kidd Brewer Stadium since that comeback win two years ago. The Dukes were greeted with snowballs, among other projectiles. Chesney said he appreciated the fanfare, but was concerned for his staff members who had to go back and forth through the tunnel without protection. "You didn't love going up and down the ramp with ice (thrown) at you," Chesney said. "Especially with coaches and everybody else in there without helmets on. "I think they need to do a little bit of a better job of making sure they protected those people." Those staff members included JMU coaches, support staff and athletic trainers among others. At one point, Chesney's son was out there as well. I mean ... is this not a penalty? Kind of insane the Sun Belt threatened JMU fans for throwing streamers with penalties yet this goes unnoticed https://t.co/w3A1D744Uq As of Monday, Chesney hadn't received official word from the Sun Belt about what happened. He has not heard anything from JMU athletic director Mark Roan, either. "It was interesting coming up through that tunnel," Chesney said, "the unprotected areas with the ice being thrown over, that was an interesting moment, especially with the coaches and our trainers and everybody else. "It was not the greatest situation, but I think we all survived. I thought they could have done a better job, especially with the security people watching them. I think there could have been a little more done to protect those people, especially without the helmets on." 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"Clear Smiles Dental" Adds New Dental Physician and Dental Inhouse LabTYSONS, Va. , Dec. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Permuta Technologies proudly celebrates its 25th anniversary, a milestone that underscores its continued commitment to delivering mission-critical technology solutions for defense, government, and public sector organizations. Since 1999, Permuta has been at the forefront of technological innovation, providing tools that empower agencies to enhance operational readiness, streamline processes, and drive mission success. Over the past quarter-century, Permuta has earned the trust of organizations such as the U.S. Department of Defense, federal agencies, and military branches. By continuously evolving to meet the needs of modern government operations, Permuta has introduced advanced solutions like DefenseReady Cloud , with integrated AI capabilities to support the ever-growing demand for operational excellence and readiness in dynamic environments. Reflecting on this achievement, Permuta CEO Sig Behrens shared his thoughts on the company's journey and future vision: "As we celebrate 25 years of service, we take immense pride in the impact Permuta has made on the defense and government sectors," said Behrens. "Our longevity is a testament to our team's dedication and ability to consistently deliver innovative solutions that address the unique challenges our customers face. The embrace of cloud and AI technology has been pivotal in ensuring our software stays ahead of the curve, allowing us to provide solutions that enhance national security and competitiveness. Our commitment to delivering the right resources to the right place at the right time remains unwavering, making our nation stronger and more resilient." Permuta continues to deliver solutions that improve decision-making, automate operations, and drive readiness for modern military operations. The 25th-anniversary celebrations will include community outreach initiatives, customer engagement events, and employee recognition programs to honor those who have contributed to the company's success. About Permuta Technologies Permuta Technologies is a leading provider of cloud-based and AI-enhanced software solutions for defense, government, and public sector organizations. Known for its flagship product, Defense Ready , Permuta equips agencies with the tools needed to enhance operational efficiency, readiness, and mission success. With a focus on technological innovation and customer excellence, Permuta remains at the forefront of delivering impactful solutions to those who serve. View original content to download multimedia: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/permuta-technologies-marks-25-years-of-innovation-in-government-and-defense-technology-solutions-302338608.html SOURCE Permuta Technologies, Inc.

Bryce Young found himself benched by the Carolina Panthers two starts into his sophomore season ... but last year's first overall pick has found success since returning to the lineup in week eight -- and Rod Wave may have something to do with the turnaround! The backstory ... the 26-year-old rapper took to social media, asking the Panthers signal caller to hit his line after he was pulled, and many fans wondered if the call happened, and if so, what'd the fellas discuss? I wonder what Rod Wave told Bryce Young😭😭 pic.twitter.com/VDxXOouWuP On Wednesday, Young resolved the mystery ... and while he wouldn't go into specifics, he did address the convo, and it's clear he's very appreciative. "He had just hit me when I got benched and everything," he said. "Being supportive, just like sending support. So I was definitely grateful for that." So what did @rodwave say to Bryce Young?! Here’s your answer: pic.twitter.com/l4apidOF2P Young revealed he had been a big fan of Wave's music, but did not know him personally before the two got in contact after the Instagram post. While the Panthers still sit at a dismal 3-9, the team has been significantly more competitive since Young returned to the starting lineup. BY has completed 102 of his 169 passes in those five games ... for six touchdowns and three interceptions. As for Rod, he's yet to comment on the conversations, but if the 23-year-old keeps improving ... Coach Wave?!

Victor Wembanyama went to a park in New York City and played 1-on-1 with fans on Saturday. He even lost a couple of games. Not in basketball, though. And this wasn’t on a whim: He knows how to play and even brought his own chess set. Before the San Antonio Spurs left New York for a flight to Minnesota, “Who wants to meet me at the SW corner of Washington Square park to play chess? Im there,” Wembanyama wrote. It was 9:36 a.m. People began showing up almost immediately. Washington Square Park is a known spot for chess in New York — Bobby Fischer among others have famously played there, and it’s been used for multiple movie scenes featuring the game. Wembanyama was there for an hour in the rain, from about 10-11 a.m. He played four games, winning two and losing two — he told Bleacher Report afterward that both of the losses were to professional chess players — before departing to catch the Spurs’ flight. Wembanyama had been trying to get somewhere to play chess for the bulk of the team’s time in New York — the and won at Brooklyn on Friday night. The schedule never aligned, until Saturday morning. And even with bad weather, he bundled up to make it happen. with a couple of dozen people who showed up, braving a morning of cold rain to play chess with one of the NBA’s biggest stars. “We need an NBA players only Chess tournament, proceeds go to the charity of choice of the winner,” he wrote on social media after his chess trip was over. Wembanyama is averaging 25.2 points and 10.1 rebounds this season, his second in the NBA after winning rookie of the year last season. The Spurs play at Minnesota on Sunday. ___ AP NBA: Tim Reynolds, The Associated Press

After a delay of two months, the official route presentation for the 2025 Giro d'Italia and the Giro d'Italia Women has been set for January 13. Organisers RCS Sports made the announcement on social media channels for the pair of Grand Tours on Wednesday, that "finally" the formal presentation event will be held on the second Monday of the new year from the Auditorium della Musica Ennio Morricone in Rome. The live event, which also has been broadcast for global viewers, is scheduled to begin at 18:00 local time. Rome is expected to be announced as the final stage for Giro on June 1, which would confirm its participation for a third consecutive year. The Grand Partenza and the opening stages of the 2025 Giro are expected to take place in Albania, beginning Friday, May 9. The route of the Giro d'Italia Women will take place July 6-13 for a 36th edition, with the town of Aprica in the province of Sondrio expected to host a stage finish. Speculation swirls about the inclusion of the famous Passo di Mortirolo, last included as the Cima Coppi for women in 2016, as it is located in the same area of northern Lombardy. The original route announcement was scheduled for November 12, but was postponed at the end of October for 'technical problems'. There was speculation in the media of possible logistical and financial difficulties surrounding the opening few days of the Giro in Albania, and that the Grand Partenza could take place in Sicily. Organisers spoke on the 'Race Radio' weekly broadcast by RAI Sport saying that the routes have been solidified for many weeks and that the delay was due to "internal problems". "You will know everything in January, the month of the presentation: you will know where it will start and where it will arrive," Mauro Vengi, director of the Giro d'Italia, was reported to say on 'Race Radio' by Quotidiano Sportivo . Get The Leadout Newsletter The latest race content, interviews, features, reviews and expert buying guides, direct to your inbox! "It is an important year, because it is the year of Jubilee, and so along the way, there will be many 'goodies' that you will discover in due time." Organisers may also clear up questions at the route presentation about the sponsorship of the pink leader's jersey, the contract with Italian company Enel set to expire at the end of 2024 and reportedly worth up to €8 million. Enel has sponsored the Giro since 2016. According to AS.com , the 2025 route for the men's Giro will include a pair of time trials, a stage summit finish at Sestrieres and a stage across the infamous Stelvio. The official unveiling of the 2025 Vuelta a España route has been set for December 19 in Madrid, that Grand Tour is expected to begin in Italy.

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Former Kinmen county commissioner Lee Wo-shih is pictured in an undated photograph.Photo: Taipei Times By Chang Wen-chuan and Jason Pan / Staff reporters The Supreme Court yesterday rejected an appeal by former Kinmen county commissioner Lee Wo-shih (李沃士) in a corruption case, upholding his seven-year-and-six-month sentence. 請繼續往下閱讀... The court affirmed Lee’s earlier conviction of “taking a bribe while on official duty” in contravention of the Anti-Corruption Act (貪污治罪條例), and ruled that he must serve the prison term imposed by the High Court in a retrial in May. He would also be deprived of his civil rights for five years. That was the final verdict on the case. The May trial had also overturned an earlier trial that found Lee’s wife, Su Feng-ying (蘇鳳英), guilty of being an accomplice in the crime; she was acquitted. 請繼續往下閱讀... Lee, representing the Chinese Nationalist Party (KMT), served as commissioner from 2009 to 2014. He had authority over Kinmen Kaoliang Liquor — known for its sorghum-fermented kaoliang and other liquor products — as it was owned and operated by the county government. Investigations found that Lee had two main financial backers for his election campaign: a technology company chairman surnamed Hsu (徐) and a marketing firm chairman surnamed Huang (黃). They had bankrolled Lee for many years and helped him win two terms as county councilor in the early 2000s. Hsu and Huang originally wanted Lee to give them a monopoly over the casino and gaming business in Kinmen County, but they met opposition from regulatory bodies and other sectors, the ruling said. The two decided they wanted to obtain the rights to sell Kinmen Kaoliang Liquor products in China instead, as the demand in the Chinese market could make big profits. Lee prompted company executives to go for a new marketing campaign for its high-end products, but Hsu and Huang said the retail prices were too high so margins would be low, it said. The ruling said Lee and Su were invited for dinner at Hsu’s house on July 2011, where he was requested to ask officials to adjust the prices to raise the margins from liquor sales in China. Su was given a paper bag containing bundles of cash amounting to NT$1 million (US$30,762), which was then handed to Lee, the ruling said. Lee later used his authority to pressure the company to lower its prices and grant discounts to retailers at below 60 percent, it said. Kinmen Kaoliang Liquor executives held an internal discussion and in a final meeting in October 2011 decided to scrap the marketing program, and the public tender was canceled, the ruling said. 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