Grand Forks Firefighters Quickly Contain Ammonia Leak at Simplot Potato Processing Plant, Ensuring Public Safety

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – In a swift response, Grand Forks firefighters successfully managed an ammonia leak at the Simplot potato processing plant on Friday night. The incident, reported around 7:32 p.m., prompted an urgent dispatch to the plant located on Gateway Drive. Upon arrival, firefighters coordinated with Simplot personnel to ensure the safe evacuation… Continue reading Grand Forks Firefighters Quickly Contain Ammonia Leak at Simplot Potato Processing Plant, Ensuring Public Safety

Safety Scare: Bemidji High School Responds to Alleged Weapon Possession

Bemidji High School Responds to Alleged Weapon Possession

BEMIDJI, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Bemidji High School (BHS) was briefly placed under a “secure” emergency response today following reports of a student allegedly in possession of a weapon, prompting swift action from school officials and law enforcement. According to the district’s emergency response protocol, a “secure” response signifies a potential threat outside the school premises.… Continue reading Safety Scare: Bemidji High School Responds to Alleged Weapon Possession

Alleged Murder Suspect in Thief River Falls Claims Act was for Public Safety

Jorge Luis Benitez-Estremera

PENNINGTON COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – Eleven months following the tragic death of Steven Opdahl outside DigiKey, chilling details emerge from an omnibus hearing shedding light on the alleged perpetrator’s mindset. Assistant Special Agent Testifies: Ricky Wuori Jr., of the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension, recounted his initial interview with Jorge Luis Benitez-Estremera. Wuori described Benitez-Estremera’s… Continue reading Alleged Murder Suspect in Thief River Falls Claims Act was for Public Safety

11-Year-Old Chased by Stranger in Bunny Mask: A Cautionary Tale of Safety Awareness

11-Year-Old Chased by Stranger in Bunny Mask: A Cautionary Tale of Safety Awareness

GRAND FORKS, ND (trfnews.i234.me) – Last Friday, Kaedyn Bergeron, an 11-year-old from Grand Forks, had a terrifying encounter when he was chased by a stranger wearing a bunny mask while walking home from Kelly Park near Schroeder Middle School. The incident has sparked concerns among residents and raised awareness about the importance of safety precautions.… Continue reading 11-Year-Old Chased by Stranger in Bunny Mask: A Cautionary Tale of Safety Awareness