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1. Two New York nurses made $1.5M in a fake vaccine card scheme. Julie DeVuono and Marissa Urraro of Long Island were charged with second-degree forgery. DeVuono was also charged with offering a false instrument for filing. They allegedly forged the official cards to indicate a vaccine was given to an undercover detective on one or more occasions, even though they never received the shot. Both have entered a plea of not guilty.
2. Today is the first day of National Black History Month. Black History Month serves as both a celebration and a powerful reminder that Black history is American history, Black culture is American culture, and Black stories are essential to the ongoing story of America. National Black History month runs from February 1st through March 1st.
3. Chinese New Year officially begins today. 2022 is the year of the Tiger. The Tiger is known as the king of all beasts in China. The zodiac sign Tiger symbolizes strength, exorcising evils and braveness.
4. The Scarborough Planning Board is considering plans for Maine’s first Costco. According to the planning board agenda, Costco is seeking a sketch plan review to build a 161,000-square-foot store at Scarborough Downs. It would be located at the intersection of Payne Road and Scarborough Downs Road.
5. Domino’s Pizza will now pay you to not order delivery. This is due to a shortage of delivery drivers. If you order online and choose carryout, Domino’s will tip you $3.The credit can be used on a future online carryout order.
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