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NY weather: Thunderstorms with quarter-sized hail and damaging winds in Warren and Washington counties Wednesday
A severe thunderstorm warning was issued by the National Weather Service on Wednesday at 4:58 p.m. valid until 6 p.m. for Warren and Washington counties. The storms are foreseen to bring quarter-sized hail (1 inch) and wind gusts of up to 60 mph. "At 4:58 p.m., a severe thunderstorm was...
Truck Carrying Gravel Overturns And Spills on Hudson Valley Bridge
Officials say a tractor-trailer overturned and crashed one of the area's busiest bridges leading to long delays and unfortunately many headaches for motorists. New York State Police said the crash occurred early Wednesday, around 5:30 AM on the southbound lanes of the bridge. The truck was carrying gravel which spilled out all over the road and blocked lanes of traffic, according to police reports.
‘Affordable’ Gym With 60 New York Locations Files For Bankruptcy
Many New Yorkers are worried about the future of their favorite gym. Blink Fitness has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. The New York-based fitness company has over 100 locations nationwide, including 60 in New York State. Company officials said filing for bankruptcy is a "strategic decision to execute an...
Americans can get free money from $19 billion pot in unclaimed cash – and all you do is search your name
OVER $19 billion in unclaimed funds is waiting to be claimed in New York State. A simple internet search can determine if you’re eligible for any of this money. Unclaimed funds accumulate when banks, insurance companies, utilities, investment companies, and other businesses fail to locate account holders or beneficiaries for dormant accounts.
More Capital Region schools going phone-free as Hochul studies issue
School districts across New York are moving forward with plans to get students to put their cellphones down as state officials weigh a ban. A growing number of districts have plans to go cellphone free when school starts in September. The Greater Amsterdam School District will be using Yondr pouches — specialized cases that prevent students from using their phone during the day — for students in grades 6 through 12.
New York Health Officials Worried About Lead In Children’s Blood
Health officials from the Hudson Valley are warning residents about the dangers of lead poisoning, which can cause serious health issues for children. The Putnam County Health Department is currently monitoring lead levels in the blood of children. Health Department Warns Residents About the Dangers of Lead Poisoning. “Lead is...
SLC Arts announces $160,000 in funding available to NNY programs
ST. LAWRENCE COUNTY, N.Y. (WWTI) – The St. Lawrence Arts Council has announced it will be awarding $160,000 in state funding to support local arts events and projects taking place in 2025. The New York State Council on the Arts’ Statewide Community Regrants Program funds local arts programming throughout Jefferson, Lewis and St. Lawrence Counties […]
A proposed amendment lacks 1 word that could drive voter turnout: ‘abortion’
ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) — A proposed amendment to New York’s constitution meant to protect abortion access is a crucial part of Democrats’ plans to drive voter turnout in the state this fall and potentially flip vital congressional districts. But there could be a problem: The ballot question doesn’t mention the word “abortion.” Arguments began Wednesday in a lawsuit Democrats hope will force election officials to include the term in an explanation of the amendment that voters will see when casting their ballots. The unusual legal effort begins weeks after the state Board of Elections chose late last month to use the measure’s technical language verbatim rather than interpret it in its explanation to voters.
First Of Its Kind Law Coming To New York State
January 1st, 2025 will be a historic day in New York State as a new law will go into effect. New York State will be the first state in America to require private companies to provide up to 20 hours of Paid Prenatal Leave. Employers in New York State will...
‘Stormy’ Winter Expected In New York, ‘Above-Normal Precipitation’
Weather experts released their prediction for the upcoming winter in New York State. The calendar may say August, but New Yorkers are always looking forward. Pumpkin spice season is just a few days away and Halloween stores are already starting to open. Winter Outlook For New York State. Before you...
Awesome aurora: See epic photos of northern lights in Upstate NY
Bolton, N.Y. — For two incredible nights, a brilliant celestial show danced over Upstate New York. The aurora borealis appeared over the Empire State overnight on Sunday and Monday, coloring starry skies in neon shades of pink, purple, green and blue. The northern lights visited Upstate as the yearly Perseid meteor shower was peaking — treating stargazers to two brilliant natural events.
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