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STUDY: New York Is One of the “Most Religious” States in the Country
A new survey is suggesting that New York is overwhelmingly religious, to the point it puts states like Utah and Louisiana to shame. Religion has become somewhat politicized in recent years, no matter what faith one may be, and that is unfortunate because nearly half of all Americans say religion is very important in their lives.
Wolfspeed to Close Durham Plant, Will Invest in “Profitable” Marcy Facility
During their quarterly earnings report, Wolfspeed announced it will be closing it's facility in Durham, North Carolina, and it will accelerate plans to build its 200-millimeter chip factory in the Mohawk Valley, according to a media report from WRAL. The company said it will be announcing further plans regarding its closure in North Carolina.
First Flakes of Winter May Come Sooner Than You Think in New York
Looks like winter 2024 is getting ready for a very early start in New York State. We're starting to see early projections about what kind of winter to expect this year. The tone is already being set with one cold-front in the month of August, and that could be possibly followed by another by month's end.
Fisher-Price Announces New Buffalo Bills Little People Collection
Fisher Price and Wegmans are again giving Buffalo Bills fans across Upstate New York the chance to take home miniature versions of their favorite players. The latest Little People collection will feature the 2024 NFL franchise. The toys include quarterback Josh Allen, linebacker Matt Milano, offensive tackle Dion Dawkins and a member of Bills Mafia. The Buffalo Bills 2024 collector figure set will go on sale at Wegmans stores in the Buffalo, Rochester and Syracuse markets Friday August 23rd at 6AM. for $24.99. According to WKBW, they will also be available while supplies last at Wegmans locations in Pennsylvania, Maryland, North Carolina and Virginia.
Renter Leaves Behind Disgusting Mess In Central New York Home
Buy an investment property and rent it out they said. It'll make you money. Not if you have renters like this. If you're eating, put the fork down before going any further. This may make you lose your lunch. The mess one renter left behind inside a Central New York...
Baaad News! Baby Goat Cuddling Canceled at New York State Fair
Well, this is some baaad news. The highly anticipated baby goat cuddling is no more at the New York State Fair. Everything came crashing down for the Steinmetz Family Farm when the debut of Goat Snuggling was canceled one hour before the gates opened. Justin & Lauren Steinmetz spent months...
NBC’s Ryan Nobles Talks About Trump, Menendez, Santos and the Convention
NBC's Ryan Nobles was on Keeler Wednesday talking about the state of politics in Washington. Nobles, who started his TV news career in Utica, talked about George Santos' recent guilty plea, and he reacted to a caller's reminder that Menendez and Santos have done a great job reminding people that members from both parties know how to break the law.
Wanted- Help Crime Stoppers Find Wanted Person of the Week
Oneida City Police is looking for the public's assistance in helping find this week's Mohawk Valley Crime Stoppers Wanted Person of the Week. According to Police, 41-year-old Robert A. Maroney is wanted on two warrants, one in Madison County Court and one Oneida City Court. According to CID Sgt. Mike...
Legendary Star Of ‘Twister’ Coming To Central New York
Get ready for an experience this fall that will blow you away. Broadway Utica is hosting a special screening of the iconic 1996 film Twister, along with a live Q&A with Helen Hunt. This event will be held on Wednesday October 30th between 7:30PM - 10:30PM at The Oncenter of...
In Defense of People and Stores That Decorate Early for the Holidays
With the news that Starbucks is bringing back Pumpkin Spice Lattes earlier than ever in 2024, we can expect the usual predictable social media backlash:. "It’s still summer—why?" "Can we at least finish August first?" "Not ready for fall yet!" "Can we get through one season at a...
Viral Posts Allege Costco’s Fountain Drink Cups Are NSFW
A belief that the cups used for fountain drinks at Costco are a bit risque´ is gaining traction thanks to viral social media posts. But this also might be a case of "maybe it's just you who sees it this way." What People Are Saying About Costco's Fountain Cups.
Miranda Lambert’s ‘No Man’s Land’ is a Blueprint For How to Love Her [Listen]
"No Man's Land" isn't just the next song to come out as a preview for Miranda Lambert's Postcards From Texas album: It's also the project's first love song. In its lyrics, Lambert spells out how she wants to be loved: Not like a possession or a subordinate, but rather like the free spirit that she is. She co-wrote the song with frequent collaborator Luke Dick, and it clocks in at Track 10 on Postcards From Texas.
‘The Voice’ Champ Sundance Head Reveals His Wife’s Cancer Diagnosis
Sundance Head, who won The Voice in 2016 as part of team Blake Shelton, revealed on Wednesday (Aug. 21) that his wife Misty has been diagnosed with cancer. The singer says that Misty was diagnosed with "cancer on her face," and doctors told her that it would need to be removed before causing further "issues" in her body. Misty underwent surgery, leaving her with a scar above her lip.
Shootings Down Across New York, Most In These 5 Communities
Newly released data shows shootings have dramatically decreased across New York. One part of the Hudson Valley leads the state. Shootings are down in many parts of New York State, according to top New York officials. On Tuesday, Gov. Kathy Hochul proudly announced shooting incidents across the state are down...
‘Husband Calling’ is a Wild Event That You Have to See to Believe
All husbands can be hard to find at times, but good luck hiding from any of these wives. The Tennessee State Fair and the Iowa State Fair both hold annual Husband Calling Contests, which is exactly what it sounds like. Women sign up for a chance to show off their prowess in calling their husbands. Some add some flair with yodeling, some just go with pure volume and others like to add in a little humor.
(Exclusive) Lainey Wilson Says What Everyone Got Wrong About That Viral Butt Video
When you're a singer and a songwriter like Lainey Wilson, you want the most people to hear your music as possible and that's typically what you want to be known for. You try your hardest to go "viral" for all of the right reasons. And while Lainey was getting recognized...
Maren Morris Tried Online Dating + Had a ‘Not Fun’ Experience
Maren Morris is currently single after finalizing her divorce from Ryan Hurd in February, and she's not looking for anything serious — at least, if you believe the lyrics of her new release, "I Hope I Never Fall in Love." But that doesn't mean dating's off the table. In...
16 Totally Awesome ’80s Candies We Were Obsessed With
As someone who was born in the '70s and shaped in the '80s, I can tell you that trips to the "corner store" in search of candy weren't just about pleasing our insatiable sweet teeth (tooths?)—they were also our first taste of independence and even a crash course in financial planning.
The 10 Things You “SHOULDN’T” Listen To While Driving In New York
A new study revealed some of the most distracting things to listen to while driving. A spokesperson from Nationwide Vehicle Contracts reached out to Hudson Valley Post to let us know about its study regarding the most distracting audiobooks to listen to while driving. Experts Reveal The Audiobooks You "SHOULDN’T"...
20 Fascinating Photos Showing How Gigantic Zoo Animals Are Weighed
Ever wonder how a zoo knows the exact weight of its elephants or how tall to post a giraffe's feeder?. A zoo in Europe is providing a behind-the-scenes look at how its staff keeps track of the height and weight of its animal residents. Needless to say, they have to...
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