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Harborfest, KRockathon, Arts & Crafts Festival: 18 things to do this week in Central NY
It’s a busy week in Central New York with local favorites returning to the area. Oswego’s Harborfest is known to draw in thousands from near and far to mingle and enjoy live entertainment on the waterfront. This year marks the festival’s 35th anniversary, and free shuttle rides to and from the festival site will be provided.
God’s Love We Deliver Celebrates Special Evening at Lisa and James Cohen’s Hamptons Estate
Every year, God’s Love We Deliver hosts its annual Midsummer Night Drinks event to support its lifesaving, medically tailored meal program that delivers nutritious food directly to New Yorkers suffering from severe and chronic illness. This year’s soiree was held on Saturday evening at the oceanfront East Hampton estate of Galerie Magazine Founder and Editorial Director Lisa Fayne Cohen and husband, James Cohen.
‘Elegant Creature’ Spotted In New York State For The 1st Time
An "elegant creature" was just spotted in New York State for the first time. We learned why this may have "unprecedented" event likely happened. A flamingo flew to the Empire State. Flamingo Arrives In New York State. American Flamingos are typically found in the Caribbean, Mexico, and northern parts of...
Late bedtimes and not enough sleep can harm developing brains – and poorer kids are more at risk
Emily C. Merz, Colorado State University and Melissa Hansen, Colorado State University. Shorter sleep and later bedtimes are linked to potentially harmful functional changes to parts of the brain important for coping with stress and controlling negative emotions, our recently published research found. And children in families with low economic resources are particularly at risk.
Scotia Elementary Principal Nicholas Criscone Dies In Crash
The Saratoga County wreck happened at around 5:30 a.m. Saturday, July 20, in the town of Charlton on State Road. New York State Police said Nicholas Criscone, age 50, of Charlton, was driving southbound on Stage Road when his vehicle left the roadway, struck a tree, and caught on fire.
New York Passes New Lithium-Ion Battery Legislation
ALBANY, N.Y. - Legislation that targets lithium-ion batteries and aims to keep New Yorkers safe both on and off the road is now on the books. The package of laws signed by Gov. Kathy Hochul on Thursday, July 11, prohibit the sale of lithium-ion batteries that are not up to manufacturing standards (and include civil penalties for violations); direct the Department of State -- in consultation with the Division of Homeland Security, Emergency Services, and the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority -- to develop and maintain safety resources; require the state fire administrator within the...
Summer reading fun continues with story time at BPES
Throughout the summer, Broadalbin-Perth Elementary School has opened its doors to students to encourage them to read. During each Summer Story Time, guest speakers have read a Dr. Seuss book to participating children, then led the children in a craft or activity. Last week, members of the BPES cast from...
Deadly Cheese Incident in Upstate New York Leads to Sentencing
Johannes Vulto, a former raw milk cheese manufacturer in Upstate New York, and his company Vulto Creamery LLC, each received sentences in federal court in Syracuse on Monday, July 9 following a deadly incident. The sentencing followed guilty pleas from both Vulto and Vulto Creamery LLC to a misdemeanor offense...
New York state civil service: These are the salaries for exams open through August
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — The New York state Department of Civil Service (DCS) has released its July through August application schedule for New York’s entry-level civil service exams, and some jobs pay better than others. The open-competitive exams are an opportunity to start a career in New York...
18-year-old Halfmoon man arrested for allegedly driving intoxicated with suspended license
SARATOGA COUNTY, N.Y. (WRGB) — An 18-year-old Halfmoon man was arrested for an alleged motor vehicle operation in an intoxicated condition on Monday, July 22, 2024. Saratoga County sheriff's deputies conducted a traffic stop for passing a red light at the intersection of New York State Route 146 and Fire Rd. in Clifton Park Monday morning at 2:48 a.m., according to the sheriff's office.
Saratoga Springs barbershop is dream come true for owner
KJ’s Barbershop in Saratoga County recently celebrated its grand opening – marking a dream come true for owner Kris Jourdan. Jourdan is a third-generation barber who recently left the corporate world to get back to his roots, doing what he loves. “Genuinely, it’s just about quality over quantity....
Hoosick Falls woman faces larceny and drug charges after Walmart complaint
SARATOGA COUNTY, N.Y. (WRGB) — A Hoosick Falls woman was arrested and accused of larceny and illegal possession of a controlled substance on Sunday, July 21, 2024. Saratoga County Sheriff's Office responded to a larceny complaint at the Walmart in the town of Wilton on Sunday at 10: 39 p.m.
Confusion grows over outdoor music permits in Troy
Troy businesses and residents on both sides of the issue came together to learn more about the confusion surrounding the city’s sound ordinance and outdoor music permit process. “The fact that you’re here shows that the city is important to you,” said former Mud Daddy Flaps owner Dan Frament.
Zoning board delays vote on cancer center’s parking variance until new plans are drawn to accommodate fire trucks
GUILDERLAND — Concerns raised by the Westmere fire chief caused the zoning board to delay voting on a parking variance for the proposed New York Oncology Hematology building to be constructed next to Crossgates Mall. The board’s chairwoman, Elizabeth Lott, said the variance will be considered “probably in August”...
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