GODFREY – Godfrey Fire Protection District Assistant Chief David Bellitto recently marked his 28 th anniversary as a member of the fire district. Godfrey Fire Protection District Chief Eric Cranmer praised Bellitto for his longtime dedication and commitment to the fire service. The two consider themselves part of the long-time veteran group of the agency. Cranmer also said he has always enjoyed his time working with Bellitto. David said working as a fire department team member and first responder is something he always wanted to do. He said he feels there aren’t many people who get to say they always wanted to be in a certain craft or occupation. David’s main reason for being a member of the firefighter team is “helping people.” “It is enjoyable helping the public,” he said. “I feel being part of a group of firefighters is like a brotherhood.” Chief Cranmer closed with the following statement: “Thank you Assistant Chief
GODFREY – A man suffered serious injuries and was airlifted in a morning motorcycle crash on West Delmar Avenue close to D’Adrian Subdivision in Godfrey. The accident occurred at 5:30 a.m. Thursday morning when the driver hit a deer, Godfrey Fire Protection District Assistant Chief David Bellitto said. The man is reported to have multiple injuries. Assistant Chief Bellitto confirmed the man was airlifted from the scene to a St. Louis hospital.
From St. Louis Post-Dispatch: The board that oversees The Dome at America’s Center voted Wednesday to recommend parking NFL settlement money — more than $500 million — in a fund, rather than spending it all. That fund, like an endowment, would generate earnings to pay for projects and services benefiting St. Louis and St. Louis […]
PITTSBURGH - The United Steelworkers (USW) has announced that the union has reached a tentative agreement on a new, four-year contract on behalf of roughly 13,000 members of 13 local unions at U.S. Steel facilities featuring major economic and contract language improvements. U.S. Steel represents workers at Granite City Steel. There are fears hundreds of workers could lose their jobs at Granite City Steel if U.S. Steel changes the operation through proposed repurposing and the company sells the blast furnaces. Granite City Mayor Mike Parkinson said recently that negotiations continue on many fronts with U.S. Steel about those proposed changes with hopes of preserving the jobs in the city. USW District 7 Director Michael Millsap, who chaired the negotiations, said that the bargaining committee unanimously recommended the tentative agreement for ratification and thanked union members for standing together in solidarity for a fair contract. USW District 9 Director Daniel Flippo,
Next Wednesday, Rec Hall STL (which is actually in St. Charles) hosts a bingo extravaganza that promises to be a "cut above the rest," where players can cover their cards in the hopes of scoring some serious meat during Meat Bingo. That's right.
SPRINGFIELD – As Veterans Day approaches and we honor all who have served in the Armed Forces, Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs urges people to assist with Operation Purple Heart, an unprecedented mission to return 11 Purple Heart medals to their rightful owners. The military honors were submitted to the Illinois State Treasurer’s Office for safekeeping and return as part of the Unclaimed Property program, also known as I-Cash or missing money. “These medals personify honor, sacrifice, duty. We call today on the citizens of Illinois to help us return these medals into the loving care of their families,” Frerichs said. The treasurer’s office hopes attention to the upcoming Veterans Day observances will spark a memory or provide a clue so that these medals can be returned. Frerichs’ office has an unparalleled record in returning military honors, especially the Purple Heart. (A full list is below. Military medals are among the most difficult
Two momentous St. Louis cultural institutions come together during St. Louis Symphony Orchestra Live at the Pulitzer, proving the old adage that two greats are better than the sum of their parts. The collaboration brings adventurous chamber music from the 20th and 21st century, curated by SLSO Creative Partner Tim Munro, to the Pulitzer Arts Foundation gallery (3716 Washington Avenue).
ALTON - The Alton City Council accepted Police Chief Marcos Pulido's retirement at the Wednesday night meeting and also approved the appointments of Jarrett Ford as Police Chief and John Franke as Deputy Chief of Police. Shown above are: Newly appointed Deputy Chief John Franke Soon-to-be-retired Police Chief Marcos Pulido Newly appointed Police Chief Jarrett Ford Former Chief Pulido said it has been "an absolute honor to be the Alton Police Chief." An interview today with Chief Pulido and new Chief Ford to come.
Alsana St. Louis, an innovative eating disorder recovery program with three local locations, is pioneering new compassion-focused treatment programs and seeing successful outcomes, which benefit local employers and employees.
What is compassion-focused therapy?
Compassion-focused therapy (CFT) is an innovative method shown to improve mental health by replacing internalized shame and self-criticism with acceptance and self-compassion. It is effective in treating eating disorders and common co-occurring…
Over several centuries, Indian artisans perfected complex methods for producing dyes and mordants to create painted and printed cloth in a spectrum of fade-resistant colors. Starting in the 17th century,
To mark its 20th anniversary, Concert for George -- a 2002 concert that memorialized the late George Harrison -- will screen in selected theaters worldwide for one night only. The screening…
Hong Kong–based artist Samson Young’s practice centers on installation-based work stemming from sound and music. He interweaves cultural paradigms across media while focusing on poetic translations between the sonic and
Part of the Contemporary Art Museum St. Louis’ fall/winter exhibition, “Great Rivers Biennial” is a biannual collaborative initiative between the museum and the Gateway Foundation designed to foster artistic talent
Green Door Art Gallery presents Picture. Book., featuring illustrations by internationally known illustrator and author Mary Engelbreit. In 2022, without a deadline in sight, Engelbreit decided to do one illustration for
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