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Here We Go Again: Canadian Wildfire Smoke Returns to Upstate New York
The entirety of New York State is under an air quality alert due to smoke billowing in from the raging Canadian wildfires. Summer 2023 was memorable because of one thing: the Canadian Wildfires. The thick, pungent smoke painted the skies gold and partially obscured the sun. Not only did the smoke make it look slightly apocalyptic outside, it also made it reek of campfire.
When are the free admission days and special days for NYS Fair 2024?
Geddes, N.Y. — The New York State Fair opens Wednesday, Aug. 21 and once again features a variety of special days with free attendance and events for specific groups. General adult tickets to the fair cost $8 (up from $6 in 2023) and are available online. Parking is $12 per vehicle, up from $10 in 2023. Fair admission will once again be cashless (card only).
News Reporter In Western New York Had Her Baby
A local television station shared a big surprise on Wednesday morning in Western New York. You may have noticed that one of the local news reporters at WGRZ - Channel 2 hasn’t been reporting recently, but that’s because she has been preparing for a very important day!. Lauren...
Old Farmer’s Almanac 2024-25 New York Winter Prediction
The Old Farmer's Almanac is set to release its official Winter 2024-25 prediction on August 27th but this morning they put out a teaser of what we could expect. READ MORE: WAS THE OLD FARMER'S ALMANAC SUMMER PREDICTION CORRECT?. According to their latest update we could be in for a...
Rite Aid Closing over 800 Stores Nationally, 60 Locations in New York
Due to ongoing financial struggles and bankruptcy woes, a massive pharmacy chain is now closing 800 stores nationwide. 2024 has been a horrible year for Rite Aid, a popular pharmacy for many here in Central New York. The chain has stores in Washington Mills, New Hartford, Utica, Whitesboro, and Rome, but persistent closures has residents worried their location could be next.
New York State Man Dies After Concrete Wall Falls On Him
Police say a New York state man died Tuesday morning after a freak accident at a scrap yard where he was employed. An investigation into the matter revealed that one of the man's coworkers accidentally struck a concrete wall, which caused it to become unstable and fall. Deaths On the...
N.Y. has one of the best school systems in the U.S., new study finds
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Choosing the right school is the first step to secure a child’s academic success, but it may be difficult for parents to decide where to enroll their young student. WalletHub, a personal finance website, set out to determine the top-performing school systems in the...
Two Men Convicted of Running Illegal New York Sports Betting Ring
Two men in Rochester, New York, have been convicted of running an illegal sports betting ring, following an investigation by Homeland Security and the IRS. Louis P. Ferrari II, 42, and Dominic Sprague, 40, were convicted Thursday on charges of conspiracy to transmit wagering information in interstate commerce and conducting an illegal gambling business.
Gloversville native named to Colgate University’s Hall of Honor
Doug Reffue, a former student athlete and Colgate University alumni, is being named to the school’s “Hall of Honor.”. Reffue graduated from Gloversville high in 1988, where he played soccer. He kept playing at Colgate, where he ended his career ranked third all-time in goals and second in...
Cote and Sovakova Score to Power Seawolves Past Colgate in Season Opener
STONY BROOK, N.Y. - The Stony Brook University women's soccer team notched a 2-1 victory over Colgate in the 2024 season opener on Thursday evening at LaValle Stadium. Gabrielle Côté and Aneta Sováková tallied goals, with Sovakova's being the first of her career and ultimately proving to be the game winner.
CNY school district picks new nickname after ditching 'Warriors'
Syracuse, N.Y. — The Morrisville-Eaton school district has picked a new nickname: Mavericks. The moniker was chosen after the community was invited to offer ideas through e-mail, surveys, and suggestion boxes, producing hundreds of suggestions. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on...
Unbeaten rivals meet in New York Sire Stakes at Vernon Downs
VERNON — Vernon Downs plays host to a $110,100 leg of the New York Sire Stakes (NYSS) for two-year-old pacing colts and gelding on Saturday. The main event will feature two undefeated pacers, as unbeaten Thirsty Thursday with driver Matt Kakaley takes on unbeaten Fast Choice with driver Doug McNair and seven others.
Florida man arrested for suspected menacing incident in Oneida County
CAMDEN, N.Y. — A Florida man was arrested, following a menacing investigation according to the Oneida County Sheriff. On Thursday, August 15th around 11:55 p.m., Oneida County Sheriff Deputies received a complaint, regarding a threat of a firearm, that occurred in the Village of Camden. Throughout the investigation, deputies...
Empire Super Sprint Cole Cup special set for a Utica-Rome Speedway this Saturday
Gene Cole was a long-time owner of the Utica-Rome Speedway. During his tenure at this half-mile Vernon oval, he made numerous improvements to this facility and upgraded it to one of the finer speedways in the area. As a tribute to Gene Cole, new track owner, Brett Deyo, is running...
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