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Many In New York State Unknowingly Break The Law Each Day
You, a family member, or a friend might be breaking the law each day. Did you know that New York State has a new(sh) passenger seat belt law?. All Passengers Must Wear Seat Belts In Vehicles In New York State. I was having a conversation with my father the other...
Lost Older Adults Attacked By Bees Hiking In Upstate New York
The day got much worse for lost hikers in the Hudson Valley when they were "swarmed" and "stung" by bees. The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation detailed to Hudson Valley Post what happened in the DEC's latest "DEC Forest Rangers - Week in Review." Wilderness Rescue: Hamlet of...
Olympic Authority 2024-25 events calendar released
ALBANY | Gov. Kathy Hochul has announced the New York State Olympic Regional Development Authority (Olympic Authority) 2024-2025 events calendar featuring World Cup events in three different sports and the International Bobsled & Skeleton Federation (IBSF) World Championships set for March 2025. The announcement follows the conclusion of the Paris...
Help Needed: Woman Walking With Teddy Bear Badly Hurt In New York
A woman walking on a major highway in New York, while holding a large teddy bear, was hit by a car. Help is needed in identifying her. On Wednesday, New York State Police asked for help in identifying a woman who was hit by a car. New York State Police...
2 pop singers just raised the bar for NYS Fair concerts (review, photos, set list)
What are the best New York State Fair concerts of all time? Are they nostalgic or fresh? A collection of hits, or a mix of songs old and new? Are they highlighted by a live band, dancing, crowd interaction or energetic improvisations? Do they go above and beyond expectations?. For...
Large Boa Constrictor Found Inside Home in New York State
Why did it have to be snakes? Recently, a person notified authorities over something unexpected they stumbled upon inside a vacant home in New York state. However, what officials found in this house was not anything you would normally see in New York. Boa Constrictors. Boa Constrictors are mostly found...
The joy of a brain freeze: Cool down with these 9 frozen desserts at the NYS Fair
The 2024 New York State Fair started rainy and cool. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may receive compensation. By using this site, you consent to our User Agreement and agree that your clicks, interactions, and personal information may be collected, recorded, and/or stored by us and social media and other third-party partners in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
New York losing longtime news radio station in deal with ESPN brand
NEW YORK — Another era has been set to end, as WCBS 880 AM news radio will halt its programming in two weeks, nearly six decades after its first broadcast. Parent company Audacy is a Philadelphia-based owner of more than 230 radio stations in the U.S. Its brands include...
Dangerous Peruvian Gang Leader Arrested In Upstate New York
Law enforcement officials all over New York have been busy lately. Even though crime all over the nation has been dropping year to year, the work of law enforcement is never done. That hard work was shown recently as officers from the Buffalo office of U.S. Customs and Border Protection made a major arrest in Upstate New York.
Upstate NY Corgi Racing Has Gone Viral in New Video
A new level of cuteness and chaos has been unlocked at an upstate New York county fair after its corgi race devolved into an absolute free-for-all. County fair organizers certainly know which special ingredients to add to their events to make them memorable. While many Dutchess County, NY residents will tell you that the must-try experience at the Dutchess County Fair are the famous 4-H milkshakes, there was a different star a little further north.
Schumer serves up bold prediction: ‘We’re going to hold the Senate again’
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) declared Democrats would hold the Senate in an energetic speech before the Democratic National Convention on Tuesday night. “We’re going to hold the Senate again, and we’re poised to pick up seats,” Schumer said, mentioning the last election cycle when Democrats prevented a “red wave” in the upper chamber […]
MMA fighter Jayson Hackett to compete for title
ELMIRA, N.Y. (WETM) – A local MMA fighter has the chance to become a title winner in September. Campbell native Jayson Hackett will fight in Cage Wars MMA 67 against Lightweight Champion Kenny Correa. The fight will take place on Friday, September 13 at Rivers Casino and Resort in Schenectady. Hackett was a late addition […]
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