Good News Roundup - 3/8
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Pete Kelly
Friday, March 8th, 2024 3:08pm
Here are some good news stores for you going into the weekend!
Crime Rates Dropped Considerably in 2023
2023 was the largest single-year drop in homicides ever recorded, and the largest percentage decline for violent crimes! Murder was down over 13% in smaller cities, and over 12% in large cities! The only caveat -- Chicago & Los Angeles weren't included in the survey as data wasn't available for those cities as of the study being published, but it's still encouraging news!
90-Year-Old British Soccer Player
Mike Fisher, better known as "Ninja", is a 90-year-old soccer player. This grandfather of two has been playing soccer for 75 years, plays about 3 times a week, and scores roughly 3 goals per game! To celebrate his 90th birthday he scored five goals in a single game!
Smartphone App Detects Ear Infections
A new AI powered app can detect if you have an ear infection just by using a cell phone camera. This would allow doctors to diagnose and treat these infections better, and help doctors skip using antibiotics if they’re not necessary
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Derek Hough Symphony of Dance: EncoreDon't miss Derek Hough Symphony of Dance: Encore live on the Palace Theatre stage on July 28, 2026 at 8p. Tickets on sale 11/14 at 10:00AM at PalaceAlbany.o...
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Free Summer Concert Series July 7, 2026 - August 18, 2026
Our Adirondack Summer Concert Series Opens Tonight with a Traditional and Jazzy Celebration of our 250th Anniversary!
at Knights Of Columbus (k Of C) - Outdoor Performance Pavilion (behind The Building) -
Aviation Mall Carnival
Experience the sights, sounds and aromas of the electrifying midway with exciting rides and games and deep-fried treats, sweets and other tasty carnival eats.
at Aviation Mall