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Joe Biden drops out of 2024 presidential race
President Joe Biden is dropping out of the 2024 presidential election but will remain in office to complete his first term. The 81-year-old Democrat made the announcement in a statement on X just before 2 p.m. on Sunday. "It has been the greatest honor of my life to serve as...
New York State Bans Items From Hotel Rooms
A bill that was signed into law by New York Governor Kathy Hochul three years ago, will finally go into effect the first of January 2025. The original effort for the new law goes back even further, as state lawmakers pushed for change as part of a "package of environmental protection legislation", according to CBS News.
Shocking: Is This Really The Most Difficult Town In New York To Pronounce?
The Hudson Valley and New York State are full of hometowns that nonresidents struggle to pronounce. But is this really the hardest town name to say correctly?. Readers's Digest which calls itself "a trusted friend in a complicated world," released a list of "The Most Difficult-to-Pronounce Town in Every Single State."
Massive Number Of Tourists Choosing Upstate New York Over NYC
Tourism is booming in "unexpected" places in Upstate New York, but declining in New York City. In late June, New York Gov. Kathy Hochul paused the start of Congestion Pricing "indefinitely." The plan was set to start on June 30 and would have charged drivers at least $15 to drive...
Leading Wildlife Activist Films at Wolf Conservation Center in New York
We are shedding a Townsquare Spotlight on super model, actress, documentarian, and wildlife activist Katie Cleary. Katie Cleary received her first break on the hit TV show, America’s Next Top Model and has an expansive career in the modeling and entertainment business for more than 20 years. about her upcoming documentary Protectors of the Wild which focuses on the urgent need to save endangered wolves in North America.
When is Palliative Care in the Hudson Valley, New York Right For You?
Welcome Hudson Valley! This is Conor Walsh, host of In Touch, Townsquare Media of the Hudson Valley’s Award-Winning Public Affairs and Issues program. This week on In Touch, we speak with Dr. Albert Riddle, Chief Medical Officer for Hudson Valley Hospice and Hudson Valley Medical Health Choices. Together, we discuss their palliative care services, how its available to patients young and old, and why it’s so important to offer in the Hudson Valley to help patients and their families and caregivers.
‘World’s Deadliest’ Creature Spreading Another Deadly Virus In New York
The CDC issued a warning about a virus spreading at historic levels. The CDC issued a "health alert" to notify the public and public health authorities of an increased risk of dengue virus (DENV) infections. Dengue Virus Infections Reach Historic Numbers. The CDC confirmed more cases have already been reported...
New York Fire Warning: Using the Wrong Chargers Proven to Be Extremely Dangerous
Two home fire incidents in the lower Hudson Valley have resulted in the Westchester County Department of Emergency Services sharing some important information as a warning to all New Yorkers. Home Fires in Westchester County. On Thursday, July 18, the Westchester County Department of Emergency Services (Westchester County DES) shared...
Who Can Legally Be A Foster Parent In New York State?
Who does New York State legally allow to be a foster parent? Maybe you have some extra room and have been thinking of opening up your home to kids who are in need of foster care. But, can you be a foster parent if you're single, live in an apartment, or even have several children of your own?
Tenacious D’s Kyle Gass Deletes Apology Post About Controversial Trump Comment
Tenacious D's Kyle Gass has deleted his post in which he apologized for an "improvised" line onstage the day after the assassination attempt on U.S. Presidential candidate Donald Trump. Originally shared on Instagram, the musician's feed (at the time of publication) shows two reel posts since the apology was first...
New Yorkers Can Help Make the State No Kill for Pets
Did you know that 2,248 of us need to adopt a pet to make New York a No Kill state? We can save so many innocent lives just by taking a furry friend home. It's not just New York, though. Nationally, 415,000 dogs and cats were killed in shelters last...
What’s The Story With Ongoing Hudson Valley Camaro Giveaway?
The car has been sitting at a gas station in Dutchess County for years. There has been car giveaway that has been promoted for quite some time in Hopewell Junction, NY. A gas station has had a Hot Wheels edition lime green Chevey Camaro SS sitting outside its business on an eleveated platform for years some say.
Don’t Do This with Your Goldfish in New York
It is fair season and every year one of the memories that runs through my mind if how fairs when I was a kid gave out goldfish as a prize. I am sure you could still find a carnival or fair that has a booth where you can play a game and win a fish in a bag. I can remember when the goldfish were replaced by Beta Fish. I had a Beta once they are pretty cool fish.
College Students Can Get Max For 50% Off
College students can now get a 50 percent off discount on a Max streaming subscription; knocking down the cost per month for Max with ads from $9.99 to $4.99. To take advantage of this offer, students will need to verify their school status through UNiDAYS, “a leading verification-enabled platform for students.” Once they do that, they can get a discount code to use when signing up for Max. According to the press release, the deal “will last for 12 months following sign-up, and students can re-verify their status to continue streaming after the 12-month period.”
Shocking New Details: New York Baby Dies In 100-Degree Parked Car
A GoFundMe was started for the mother of the 2-year-old who died in a parked car in the Hudson Valley. The fundraiser also alleges a crime "cover-up." On Wednesday, Hudson Valley Post reported on a child from Sullivan County who was pronounced dead after being left in a hot car.
This Destructive, Invasive Insect Has Been Spotted In Upstate New York! See it, Kill It!
The Spotted Lanternfly is an invasive species to New York and must be killed. Their hatching season occurred in May and June and now they have been spotted here in New York State. It's time to take action. According to the New York Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC), the Spotted...
New York State DEC Says Man Tried to Escape Custody Using Rideshare
Ridesharing was once referred to as the "future of public transport", as companies such as Uber, Lyft, and others allow riders to use mobile apps to request rides from nearby drivers. This can help provide quick and easy transportation, while removing some of the excess congestion on our roads. Attempting...
Your New A-Z Guide for the Hudson Valley Brewery Scene
What better way to spend an afternoon than tasting some of New York's finest beers with some friends?. The brewery scene has only been growing around New York State. According to the New York State Brewers Association (NYSBA), there are over 440 licensed breweries in New York State alone. Economic...
Two Hudson Valley Baseball Players Selected in MLB Draft
Two Hudson Valley High School area graduates have been selected in the 2024 Major League Baseball Draft. A lifelong dream has become a reality for two Hudson Valley area baseball stars as they each have been selected by a Major League Baseball team in this year's draft, which concluded on July 16th in Fort Worth, Texas.
New York Residents Warned By State Police Of ‘FRAUD ALERT’
Yes, New York State Police went with all caps while issuing its "FRAUD ALERT." Scams cost New Yorkers over $10 million last year, officials say. On Thursday, New York State Police issued a press release to warn about the latest scam impacted New Yorkers. WARNING: The New York State Police...
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