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Huntington, WV: Police Recover Stolen Shopping Carts from Homeless Shelter

by Priya Shah – Business Editor July 18, 2025

written by Priya Shah – Business Editor

Huntington police Recover Stolen Property, Including Shopping Carts, as Part of New Safety Initiative

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Huntington police Recover Stolen Property, Including Shopping Carts, as Part of New Safety Initiative

By WSAZ Staff

HUNTINGTON, W.Va.

It has been nearly a month since the City of Huntington launched a new downtown safety initiative, deploying officers on bikes and on foot to increase visibility and better support the community. Recently, these officers have been actively working to recover stolen property from local businesses, including numerous shopping carts.

Body camera footage from a Huntington police officer, recorded on the afternoon of July 8, shows officers arriving outside the Harmony House on 4th Avenue. Individuals seeking refuge at the facility had left more than half a dozen shopping carts outside.

mayor Patrick farrell stated that patrol officers were present to recover shopping carts that had been taken from businesses. The recovered carts were found to be filled with various items, including a purse.

In the video, an officer can be heard informing individuals on the sidewalk that he found a purse containing cash and uncapped needles. He inquired if anyone wished to claim it, but no one responded. The purse was subsequently discarded.

A spokesperson for the city explained that it would have been unsafe for an officer to leave a purse unattended with uncapped needles. The video also shows officers filling trash bags with items from the recovered carts.

“They’d been given a warning they couldn’t have stolen property,” Mayor Farrell said. He emphasized that the city is sharing the body camera video to ensure clarity.

“It’s crucial everyone knows what we’re doing is intentional,” Farrell continued. “It’s not a crime to be homeless, but it is a crime to commit theft. You can’t take people’s grocery carts. We need to find a better way to help these people get off the streets.”

The mayor announced that assistance will be provided through a new homelessness services center called the Hub, located on West 3rd Avenue. This center will feature an overnight shelter and secure storage facilities, eliminating the need for individuals to carry their belongings constantly.

“When they have stuff and don’t have a place to go,you need to store it somewhere,” Farrell said. “The Hub will have places for them to store it. Hopefully that will be an enhancement to what we’re dealing with now.”

The new overnight shelter is anticipated to open before the winter season begins.

Evergreen Insights

The City of Huntington’s initiative reflects a growing trend in urban centers to address homelessness and public safety concurrently. By increasing police visibility through foot and bike patrols, cities aim to deter petty crime and foster a greater sense of security. The recovery of stolen property, such as shopping carts, directly impacts local businesses. The progress of resource centers like “The Hub” signifies a shift towards providing tangible support, including shelter and storage, to individuals experiencing homelessness. This approach acknowledges that addressing the root causes of homelessness, such as lack of secure housing and storage, can be crucial in reducing associated public order issues.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the primary goal of Huntington’s new downtown safety initiative?
A: The initiative aims to increase police visibility through foot and bike patrols to enhance community support and public safety.

Q: What type of stolen property has been recovered?
A: officers have recovered stolen shopping carts filled with various items.

Q: What is “The Hub”?
A: “The Hub” is a new homelessness services center that will include an overnight shelter and secure storage for belongings.

Q: When is “The Hub” expected to open?
A: “The Hub” is expected to open before winter.

Compliance & Disclaimers

This article provides information on a public safety initiative and does not constitute legal, financial, or health advice.

What are your thoughts on Huntington’s approach to downtown safety and homelessness? Share your opinions in the comments below and subscribe to World Today News for more updates!

July 18, 2025 0 comments

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Police Clarify Guard’s Repeated Visits to Room of Diplomat Found Dead in Jakarta

by David Harrison – Chief Editor July 14, 2025

written by David Harrison – Chief Editor

Diplomat’s Mysterious Death: Wife’s Urgent Calls Revealed

Jakarta Police Uncover Wife’s Repeated Attempts to Check on Deceased Foreign Ministry Official

The perplexing death of Indonesian Foreign Ministry diplomat **Arya Daru Pangayunan** is deepening as investigators release new details surrounding the final hours before his discovery. The circumstances of his demise remain shrouded in mystery.

Wife’s Alarming Contact Attempts

The Head of the Public Information Sub-Division of the Jakarta Metro Police, Commissioner **Ronald Simanjuntak**, disclosed that the diplomat’s wife made three urgent calls to the boarding house guard. These calls preceded the discovery of **Pangayunan**’s body.

The first contact occurred on the night of Monday, July 7, 2025, around 10:40 p.m. The number **Pangayunan**’s wife attempted to reach was unfortunately inactive at that time.

Undeterred, she tried again early Tuesday morning, July 8, 2025, at 00:48 a.m. This time, the guard’s new number was active, and she pleaded for someone to check on her husband’s room. Her persistent concern led to a third call later that morning, at 05:27 a.m., reiterating her request for a welfare check.

Commissioner **Simanjuntak** acknowledged that the duration **Pangayunan** had been missing before his wife’s initial contact is still under investigation. “We will check later,” he stated.

Cell Phone Dead, Guard Called to Room

Previously, the Head of the Public Relations Division of the Jakarta Metro Police, **Ade Ary Syam Indradi**, had confirmed that the diplomat’s mobile phone was dead when his wife tried to reach him. This prompted her to request the apartment guard investigate.

The body of **Arya Daru Pangayunan** was found on Tuesday morning, July 8, 2025, at approximately 8:00 a.m. His body was discovered in room 105 of the Gondia Guest House in Menteng, Central Jakarta, with his head wrapped in duct tape and his body concealed beneath a blanket.

The funeral service for **Arya Daru Pangayunan** took place on Wednesday afternoon, July 9, 2025, at the Sunten Cemetery in Banguntapan, Bantul.

Investigations into the diplomat’s death are ongoing, with police considering an exhumation to gather further evidence. The case highlights the critical role of timely communication in unfolding investigations, especially in cases involving unexpected fatalities.

July 14, 2025 0 comments

Technology

See all homes sold in these Central NY counties, July 5 to July 11

by Rachel Kim – Technology Editor July 13, 2025

written by Rachel Kim – Technology Editor

New York Counties Report Latest Real Estate Transactions

Homes Sold Between July 5 and July 11 Detailed

Residents seeking insights into the local housing market can now access comprehensive lists of recent property sales across several New York counties. Syracuse.com is providing weekly updates on real estate activity throughout the state.

County-Specific Sales Data Available

Detailed reports for homes sold in Cayuga, Cortland, Madison, Oneida, Seneca, and Tompkins counties covering the period of July 5 through July 11 have been published. These listings offer a clear snapshot of market movement.

According to the National Association of Realtors, existing home sales in the U.S. rose by 2.7% in June 2023, indicating a fluctuating but active market (Source: National Association of Realtors, July 2023).

Real Estate Market Insights

These reports are generated by United Robots, a service that employs machine learning to analyze data sourced from Attom, a national real estate data aggregator. The initiative aims to provide timely and accessible information on property transactions.

Cayuga County real estate: See all homes sold, July 5-July 11

Cortland County real estate: See all homes sold, July 5-July 11

Madison County real estate: See all homes sold, July 5-July 11

Oneida County real estate: See all homes sold, July 5-July 11

Seneca County real estate: See all homes sold, July 5-July 11

Tompkins County real estate: See all homes sold, July 5-July 11

July 13, 2025 0 comments

Business

Content Writing Tips: Improve Your Skills & Productivity

by Priya Shah – Business Editor July 13, 2025

written by Priya Shah – Business Editor

Jakarta –

People who have a busy schedule and high mobility like residential areas with integrated connectivity and environment. This was evidenced by the first residence of Asthara Skyfront City in the Flitz’s Super Cluster, the Allurea Cluster. The first stage of the project has been sold out.

Asthara Skyfront City is a modern urban that was built next to Soekarno Hatta International Airport. This area was developed by prioritizing national to foreign scale connectivity. Then, also equipped with various supporting facilities such as educational facilities, health services, green open space, worship, and trade.

With connectivity side by side with Soekarno Hatta International Airport, this area can facilitate the activities of residents. Its residents such as pilots, flight attendants, airline workers, ground handler, and other airport communities, as well as young professionals and entrepreneurs who have high mobility.

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“We are grateful and honorable to see the enthusiasm of the community to buy a house unit at the Allurea cluster as their future residence, which can be enjoyed and passed on cross -generation. This is reflected in the end of the unit in the first phase of Allurea’s cluster sales, which opened in June 2025,” Supardi Ang was quoted as saying on Sunday (7/13/2025).

“Today, July 12, 2025, all units in the first stage of Allurea have been sold through the selection session of the unit that we have held. We immediately opened the second stage of sales because understanding that the need for residentials is a basic need that continues to increase, especially for people with high mobility that require strategic, comfortable and integrated residential – and Allurea is present to answer those needs,” he continued.

He also mentioned, Allurea carries the concept of Eco-Smart City. There are two choices of units, each type has two variants of the following size.

Type 6: land area 60 m² with a building area of 67 m² and land area of 72 m² with a building area of 86 m².
Type 8: land area 96 m² with a building area of 107 m² and land area 128 m² with a building area of 154 m².

“With premium access, Allure which is in the Super Cluster The Floritz will be the center of life and global activities that are worldwide, presenting unlimited connectivity. Allurea is not just an ordinary residence, this integrated residential area is the only closest to the international airport today, but remains outside the flight path, thus making it a comfortable environment for its residents, “he explained.

The Allurea cluster at The Flitoz began to be sold first on Thursday (5/19). Both types of houses are priced ranging from Rp. 900 million to Rp. 2.8 billion. This house is considered suitable as a long -term residential and investment for its buyers, both from the city of Jakarta, Tangerang, and other cities. The cluster is one of the four clusters in the Super Cluster The Flitoz. The total area reaches 22 hectares.

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July 13, 2025 0 comments

Business

Barfoot & Thompson fined $9700 for healthy homes, maintenance breaches at $1080/week Glendowie rental

by Priya Shah – Business Editor July 12, 2025

written by Priya Shah – Business Editor

Landlord Hit with $9,700 Fine for Unhealthy Home

Tenants win damages over faulty lock, broken oven, and fence issues.

A property management company has been ordered to pay $9,700 to tenants after a tribunal found that the rental property failed to meet healthy homes standards. The tenants experienced multiple unresolved maintenance issues during their tenancy at the Glendowie house.

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**Lawrence Buxton** and **Christine Druce** sought compensation for several issues, including damages, a refund of the filing fee, and a bond refund. The tribunal awarded them $2,400 in exemplary damages.

Specific issues included a $2,344 award for failure to maintain the back fence, $2,014 for failure to maintain the digital front door lock, and $724 for failure to maintain the house alarm.

Barfoot & Thompson Respond

**Anil Anna**, the property management division general manager at Barfoot & Thompson, acknowledged the shortcomings: “Our management of this home regrettably fell short of standards and the high expectations we set for ourselves, and we accept the tribunal’s decision.”

The company says it has since completed a full program of work to ensure compliance with healthy homes obligations. **Anna** noted this included improvements to record-keeping standards and a compliance audit across their portfolio.

Tenant Troubles

The tenants reported that defects were not investigated or repaired promptly after they notified management. According to their statement, they could not use the front door for 40 weeks due to a faulty lock, forcing them to use the garage or side doors.

Window locks were missing latches and were never replaced. A faulty seal on the oven door remained unrepaired for nine months. The tenants were without a working refrigerator for eight weeks, relying on a small bar fridge that struggled to cool.

Floki and Rufus at the Glendowie home where gaps in the fence meant their owners had to use ad-hoc measures to try to stop the dogs escaping.

Additionally, gaps in the back fence were never repaired, compelling the tenants to use makeshift solutions to contain their dogs. The tribunal emphasized the importance of penalizing landlords who intentionally violate the law and fail to provide signed healthy homes standards statements.

Healthy Homes Standards

New Zealand law requires all rental properties to comply with healthy homes standards, covering approximately 500,000 properties nationwide. These standards address heating, insulation, ventilation, moisture ingress and drainage, and draught stopping.

According to a 2023 report, almost 20% of New Zealand homes still do not meet basic insulation standards, highlighting the ongoing need for compliance and enforcement (MBIE).

Barfoot & Thompson fined 00 for healthy homes, maintenance breaches at 80/week Glendowie rental — Barfoot & Thompson has acknowledged faults on its part in how it managed a Glendowie rental for the owners. Photo / Fiona Goodall

The decision underscores the significance of landlords adhering to healthy homes standards and addressing maintenance issues promptly to ensure the well-being of tenants.

July 12, 2025 0 comments

Health

House-approved VA budget bill ends restrictions on doctors from discussing medical marijuana with veterans

by Dr. Michael Lee – Health Editor July 7, 2025

written by Dr. Michael Lee – Health Editor

Doctors at the Department of Veterans Affairs cannot prescribe cannabis, which is banned under federal law. But a measure in the Military Construction, Veterans Affairs and Related Agencies Appropriations Act would let them discuss it as an alternative health care treatment in states that allow medical marijuana. (Eric Kayne/Stars and Stripes)

WASHINGTON — Doctors at the Department of Veterans Affairs for the first time would be allowed to recommend cannabis to patients in states where it is legal, according to an amendment in the House-approved VA budget bill for fiscal 2026.

While VA doctors cannot prescribe cannabis, which is banned under federal law, a measure in the Military Construction, Veterans Affairs and Related Agencies Appropriations Act would let them discuss it as an alternative health care treatment in states that have legalized medical marijuana.

The amendment comes from the Veterans Equal Access Act, led by Rep. Brian Mast, R.-Fla., a medically retired Army veteran who served for more than 12 years as a bomb disposal expert.

There also is a second amendment included in the House-approved VA spending bill that supports VA planning for psychedelic assisted therapy as a future treatment option for veterans. That amendment is led by Rep. Bergman, R-Mich., a retired Marine Corps lieutenant general.

The legislation orders the VA to recommend changes needed in its health care infrastructure to include “approved” psychedelic therapies in the delivery of medical services.

The fiscal 2026 bill passed the House in June with more than 30 amendments.

The Senate Appropriations Committee is expected to review the legislation after the July 4th weekend. Fiscal 2026 begins Oct. 1.

Supporters said both amendments provide a framework for the VA to plan for and consider alternative treatments for patients when traditional pharmaceuticals are ineffective.

Cannabis and psychedelic drugs are illegal under federal law, though most states permit marijuana for medical or recreational use.

Bergman, who served from 1969 to 2009, said he supports “innovative therapies that show promise for treating the invisible wounds of war.”

“This line of therapeutics has tremendous advantage, if given in a clinical setting. And we are working very hard to make sure that that happens within 12 months,” said Robert F. Kennedy Jr., secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services.

Kennedy spoke at a June hearing of the House Energy and Commerce Committee’s subpanel on health. He was responding to questions from Rep. Dan Crenshaw, R-Texas, a medically retired Navy SEAL, about the potential use of psychedelic-assisted therapy at the VA for trauma-related disorders.

“We are launching clinical trials at [the Food and Drug Administration], and there are 11 clinical trials at VA,” Kennedy said. “We need to make sure the science on this is solid, particularly for our retired military service members. The preliminary results are very encouraging. There are people who badly need therapy, and nothing else works for them.”

The Veterans Equal Access Act would prohibit the VA from interfering with a veteran’s participation in a medical marijuana program in states where cannabis use is legal.

The legislation allows VA doctors to provide recommendations for medical marijuana to their VA patients. The bill was included as an amendment on the $453 billion VA spending bill approved by the House last month.

“This is common-sense legislation,” said Mast, who served from 2000 to 2011. “Something like 35 states have approved medical marijuana. If this can help veterans recovering from injuries stay off prescription narcotics, it will be a godsend.”

The legislation also stops the VA from using funds to enforce “Veterans Health Directive 1315,” a VA regulation that forbids VA clinicians from completing paperwork or issuing recommendations for veterans to participate in state-approved cannabis programs.

“I sympathize with the struggles of veterans who need an alternative to prescription narcotics,” said Mast, a staff sergeant who lost both legs in a roadside explosion in Afghanistan in 2010.

Mast said he received a “laundry list” of narcotics during his own recovery from catastrophic combat injuries.

“These are not pleasant drugs,” he said. “If veterans can benefit from a non-narcotic like medical marijuana, we are doing a great service for them.”

July 7, 2025 0 comments

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