Clinches

Youngstown Clinches Ownership of Chill-Can Site, Eyes Transformation into Industrial Park after Long Legal Battle

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YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio — After years of legal battles, the city of Youngstown has successfully acquired the former Chill-Can site on the lower East Side. A judge approved the transfer of ownership following a sheriff’s sale held on February 18, where the city purchased the 21-acre property for $1,379,580, a price that represents two-thirds of its assessed value. Jason Small, a senior assistant city law director, confirmed the ruling, stating, “It’s a done deal.” He noted that the city would address additional fees this week related to the property. The acquisition marks a significant milestone for … Read more

"Showcasing New Talents: Libby Ewing’s ‘Charliebird’ Clinches Top Honors at 2025 Tribeca Festival"

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NEW YORK — The 2025 Tribeca Festival has unveiled its jury award winners, with “Charliebird,” directed by Libby Ewing, taking the top honor in the U.S. Narrative category. The festival also recognized “Happy Birthday” and “Natchez” in the International Narrative and Documentary competitions, respectively. Notably, the Performance Award was shared by Andrea Riseborough and Brenda Blethyn for their roles in “Dragonfly.” Cara Cusumano, the festival’s director and senior vice president of programming, expressed enthusiasm about the selected winners, stating that they showcase a range of innovative voices in independent storytelling from across the globe. “Every … Read more

Tomra Food Clinches Prestigious Jury Prize at Fooma Japan 2025 for Revolutionary Blueberry Processing Technology

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Tokyo, Japan — Tomra Food has garnered recognition at the prestigious Fooma Japan 2025 by receiving the Jury Prize for its advanced integrated solution tailored for blueberry processing. This innovative system showcases the synergy of Kato optical sorting technology, Lucai AI-driven insights, and the Curo precision filling mechanism. The Jury Prize is awarded to products that exhibit remarkable features, significant potential for the future, and impressive developmental concepts. This accolade underscores Tomra’s ongoing commitment to enhancing innovation, efficiency, and excellence within the food processing sector. The award-winning technology comprises high-efficiency optical sorting, ensuring consistent quality … Read more

"Marathi Masterpiece ‘Cactus Pears’ Clinches Grand Jury Prize at SXSW London, Celebrating Heartfelt Exploration of Love and Grief"

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London, England — The Marathi-language film “Cactus Pears” (“Sabar Bonda”) achieved a significant milestone by winning the Grand Jury Prize at the inaugural SXSW London festival. This recognition further solidifies the film’s successful run in festivals since its world premiere earlier this year. The jury for the festival’s feature films, including writer-director Julia Jackman, actor Archie Madekwe, and actor-writer Susan Wokoma, selected “Cactus Pears” for this prestigious honor. Directed by Rohan Parashuram Kanawade, the film tells the poignant tale of two men confronting societal expectations in a rural Indian setting. The narrative centers on Anand, … Read more