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Police Seek Public Assistance in Locating Missing Limerick Teen Xzandder Peare

Police Seek Public Assistance in Locating Missing Limerick Teen Xzandder Peare

Maine State Police are requesting the public's help in locating 17-year-old Xzandder Peare, who has been reported missing from Limerick. Peare, described as a 5'6" tall, 130-pound white male with half green and half red hair, was last seen on Sunday at 4 p.m. near the Sokokis Lake Boat Launch in Limerick. At the time of his disappearance, he was wearing a black t-shirt, red shorts, and a black backpack, and was with his blue Huffy bicycle. Authorities indicate that Peare has a history of running away from home, having previously traveled as far as Old Orchard Beach and Sebago. Police urge anyone with information regarding his whereabouts to contact them immediately.

Texas Teen Camilla Fuentes Missing Days Before College Enrollment, Family Suspects Coercion

Texas Teen Camilla Fuentes Missing Days Before College Enrollment, Family Suspects Coercion

Camilla Fuentes, an 18-year-old from Rowlett, Texas, has gone missing just days before she was scheduled to attend Villanova University to study civil engineering. She was last seen on Thursday around 4:30 p.m., and her family became concerned when she did not return home. Her car was found parked outside her workplace in North Garland, with her keys, Apple Watch, and AirPods inside, though her laptop and iPad were missing. Fuentes' manager confirmed she was not scheduled to work that day and did not show up for her shift on Friday. A note was left behind, the contents of which are unknown, and her passport, birth certificate, and Social Security card were taken from a lockbox at her family's home. While police are treating it as a missing persons case and do not suspect foul play, her family believes she may have been coerced.

Food Bank of Lincoln Reopens Emergency Pantry for Students and Families During School Year

Food Bank of Lincoln Reopens Emergency Pantry for Students and Families During School Year

The Food Bank of Lincoln, in collaboration with Lincoln Public Schools (LPS), has reopened its emergency food pantry at Bryan Community School for the school year. The pantry, located south of 48th and O streets, began operations on Monday afternoon, providing food assistance to students and their families. Tiffany Murray, the food bank’s chief operating officer, stated that eligibility extends beyond LPS students to include private and homeschooled students. Families can access the pantry once a month and receive 30 to 35 pounds of shelf-stable items such as canned proteins, sauces, pasta, peanut butter, and jelly. The pantry will operate every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. until May, with extended hours compared to previous years.

Historic Fairview Home to be Relocated for Bryan Hospital Expansion in Lincoln, Nebraska

Historic Fairview Home to be Relocated for Bryan Hospital Expansion in Lincoln, Nebraska

Bryan Hospital's East Campus in Lincoln, Nebraska, is undergoing a significant expansion that includes its emergency department and ICU. This development necessitates the relocation of the historic Fairview Home, a three-story brick building that once served as a nurses' dormitory. Originally known as the William Jennings Bryan home, it was later converted into a museum. Two retired nurses, Joyce LeMaster and Virginia Von Seggern, who lived in the home in the late 1950s and early 1960s while pursuing their nursing degrees, have expressed mixed emotions about the move. While acknowledging the hospital's need for expansion, they voiced sadness over the displacement of the landmark. Bryan Health confirmed that plans to move the Fairview Home are proceeding as anticipated, with more information to be released in the coming weeks and months. The home was originally donated by politician and businessman William Jennings Bryan, and the surrounding area eventually became Bryan Memorial Hospital.

Missing Limerick Teen, Xzandder Peare, Found Safe

Missing Limerick Teen, Xzandder Peare, Found Safe

Xzandder Peare, a 17-year-old from Limerick, Maine, who was reported missing, has been found safe. Peare was last seen on Sunday afternoon near the Sokokis Lake boat launch in Limerick. The Maine State Police had issued a report regarding his disappearance. On Tuesday, authorities confirmed that the missing teen was located and is safe. No further details regarding the circumstances of his disappearance or his being found were immediately released by the Maine State Police.

Nebraska Attorney General Sues Omaha Over Local Minimum Wage Ordinance

Nebraska Attorney General Sues Omaha Over Local Minimum Wage Ordinance

Nebraska Attorney General Mike Hilgers has filed a lawsuit against the City of Omaha to prevent the implementation of its new minimum wage ordinance. This legal action follows a similar lawsuit against the City of Lincoln, where a district judge has already blocked its ordinance. The Omaha ordinance, set to take effect on October 1, aims to maintain the 2022 voter-approved annual adjustment to the minimum wage based on inflation and prohibits paying workers less than $15 per hour, with a $13.50 training wage for 16- to 19-year-olds for their first 90 days. The Attorney General's office argues that these local ordinances constitute a 'power grab' and violate state law, which sets a 1.75% annual growth rate for the minimum wage and allows for a lower youth minimum wage. Hilgers asserts that the state Legislature has the final say on minimum wage matters, considering it a 'statewide concern.'

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Ingleside police ask for help in locating missing 13-year-old

Ingleside police ask for help in locating missing 13-year-old

Jeremiah Brown, 13, is missing, according to the Ingleside Police Department.

Man Feared Drowned in Red River, Rescue Efforts Underway in Fargo-Moorhead

Man Feared Drowned in Red River, Rescue Efforts Underway in Fargo-Moorhead

Rescue crews in Fargo-Moorhead are actively searching for a man who reportedly went underwater in the Red River and did not resurface. The incident was reported approximately three hours prior to the update. Authorities have deployed boats on both sides of the river and have requested drone assistance. Valley Water Rescue has also been called to the scene to aid in the search efforts. Police do not suspect any criminal activity was involved in the incident. The search is ongoing as crews work to locate the individual.

Bethel Park Police Investigate After Kittens Thrown from Moving Vehicle, Resulting in Deaths

Bethel Park Police Investigate After Kittens Thrown from Moving Vehicle, Resulting in Deaths

Bethel Park Police are actively investigating an incident where kittens were reportedly thrown from a moving vehicle, leading to their deaths. The department received multiple calls on a Saturday between 3:30 and 3:45 PM regarding an individual discarding 'items' from a vehicle in the areas of Connor Road, Old Connor Road, and Library Road. Upon investigation, these items were confirmed to be deceased kittens. Tracy Flaherty, manager of a local Dairy Queen, witnessed one kitten still alive after being thrown, which subsequently died after being moved to the roadside. The exact number of kittens and whether they were all alive when thrown has not been specified by the police. The incident has sparked outrage among animal welfare advocates, with Barb Brown, manager of Bailey's Cat Haven, describing it as 'horrific' and expressing disbelief at such an act. A reward of $500 has been offered by Cross Your Paws rescue for information leading to an arrest, with an additional $500 pledged by a volunteer.

Washington State Patrol Issues Endangered Missing Person Advisory for 7-Month-Old Marcello Martinez

Washington State Patrol Issues Endangered Missing Person Advisory for 7-Month-Old Marcello Martinez

The Washington State Patrol (WSP), on behalf of the Clark County Sheriff's Office, has issued an Endangered Missing Person Advisory for 7-month-old Marcello Martinez. Marcello was reportedly taken by 37-year-old Raul Martinez on Sunday, between 5 and 6 a.m., in the Vancouver, Washington area. Marcello is described as weighing approximately 16 pounds, 24 inches long, with brown hair and brown eyes, and was last seen wearing a blue onesie that reads 'Grandma's are the best' in neon green. Raul Martinez is described as 5'6" tall, 180 pounds, with brown hair and brown eyes, and was last seen in tight sweatpants, a white shirt, and a blue/green jacket. He is believed to be driving a late-1990s red Jeep Grand Cherokee, though the license plate number is unknown. The WSP has stated that Marcello's disappearance poses a credible threat to his health and safety. Authorities are urging anyone with information regarding their whereabouts to contact 911.

One Dead, Two Injured in Kearns Church Shooting; Schools Placed on Secure Protocol

One Dead, Two Injured in Kearns Church Shooting; Schools Placed on Secure Protocol

A shooting incident at a church in Kearns, Utah, resulted in one fatality and two injuries on Monday. The Unified Police Department responded to a call for police presence at a church near 5000 South 4600 West. Officers were already on the scene when shots were fired just before 11:30 a.m. One man sustained critical injuries and was later pronounced dead at a local hospital. A second victim, also critically injured, was transported to a hospital after individuals attempted to flee the scene with him in a vehicle, leading to a brief police chase. A third male victim with critical injuries was also found at the church and taken for treatment. Following the incident, West Kearns Elementary, Gourley Elementary, and Kearns Jr. High were placed on a secure protocol as a precautionary measure, which was later lifted. Assistant Chief Justin Hoyal confirmed that an investigation into the shooting is ongoing.

Pasadena Homeowner Uses Security System to Deter Burglars

Pasadena Homeowner Uses Security System to Deter Burglars

A homeowner in Pasadena, California, successfully scared off four masked individuals attempting to break into his home. The incident, which occurred around 11:15 p.m. on a Friday, was captured on surveillance video. The homeowner and his wife were watching television when they heard their side gate slam shut. Upon checking his camera feeds, the homeowner saw the masked men in his backyard. He activated motion lights and a security system that loudly warned the intruders they were being recorded and instructed them to leave. Despite the initial warning, the men continued into the backyard. The homeowner then confronted them by yelling and turning on additional lights, while an internal alarm sounded. This direct confrontation and the alarm prompted the men to flee the property and drive off in a waiting car. Pasadena police were called, but the suspects had already left the scene, and no arrests have been made.