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Rare equine virus that can infect humans found in 7 more NY counties
Albany, N.Y. — The state Department of Health said it had confirmed cases of Eastern equine encephalitis in horses in seven more upstate counties this week, days after confirming that a horse in the town of Newburgh had died of the virus last week. Testing confirmed that the virus...
New York Walmart Makes Major Change To Self-Checkout
After an increase in thefts, a New York Walmart has made a massive change to its self-checkout lanes. Customers at one Walmart will be limited when it comes to using self-checkouts. Do You To Show Your Receipt At Walmart In New York?. If a Walmart exit greeter asks you for...
14 New York Colleges Have Been Named Worst in the Country
A college degree is a massive investment, but over a dozen universities in New York State have made the list of the worst in the United States. Three of them are located right here in Central New York. Return on Investment. According to Bankrate, college tuition has risen by 153...
New York State Resident Reports “Cylindrical Shaped” Hovering Object
A New York state resident reported seeing what they first thought was a police helicopter hovering near the ground. However, as the witness continued to look on they noticed something very odd about this encounter. What exactly was this person from Watervliet seeing here? Is this some sort of thing...
NY State Fair weekend forecast: Warm, sunny and a little muggy
Syracuse, N.Y. -- The forecast for the first weekend of the 2024 New York State Fair is about as good as Central New Yorkers can reasonably expect for late August. Temperatures will be about 70 degrees when the gates open at 10 a.m. and rise into the low 80s Saturday and Sunday, according to the National Weather Service.
AG Yost Sues NY-based Home Warranty Company, Alleging Deceptive Business Practices
August 23, 2024, Press Release from the Office of Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost: (COLUMBUS, Ohio) — Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost is suing First Premier Home Warranty and its owner, alleging that the New York-based company’s deceptive business practices have harmed Ohio consumers. “Ohioans deserve reliable services...
Cleland and Harrison Dominate NYS Women’s Senior Championships
(WNY News Now) – ONTARIO, N.Y. — Teresa Cleland and Barbara Harrison emerged victorious at the 71st NYS Women’s Senior & 17th Super Senior Amateur Championships, held at Ontario Golf Club from August 20-21, 2024. Both women led wire-to-wire in their respective fields, delivering stellar performances to claim their titles.
Expert Warns of “Rodent Rampage” Invading New York Homes This Fall
It's been one of the hottest summers in New York history and it may be causing a record rodent invasion. July was the second hottest month in New York history, with four separate heat waves blasting the state with high humidity and scorching temperatures that made it feel like over 100 degrees outside.
Ryan, Wallace urging state to investigate OTB severance deals
Two state lawmakers are now urging state investigators to look into the severance package deal for three outgoing Western Regional OTB executives. They claim the executives have been accused of impropriety. Read more from WBEN:
New York: Watch Out for These Dancing Insects – They Hurt!
This summer, New Yorkers may come across a curious sight: thousands of white fluffy insects dancing on local beech trees. While these tiny dancers (check out how they shake it in the video below) may look fun, their name, as well as their painful defense mechanism, are no joke. Dancing...
How Political Meddling in New York and New Jersey Causes Airline Delays in the Entire U.S.
Last year, airspace congestion in the New York/New Jersey metro area got so bad that the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) imposed flight reductions on the airlines serving LaGuardia, John F. Kennedy, and Newark Liberty airports. Travelers had fewer choices, and still experienced delays in arrivals and departures. Due to the...
AG Letitia James Fines Shamco Management $400,000 for Housing Discrimination
New York Attorney General Letitia James has taken action against New York City property owner and management company Shamco Management Corp. (Shamco) for illegally denying housing opportunities to low-income renters in New York City. The Office of the Attorney General (OAG) found that Shamco, which owns or manages approximately 1,300...
Highest Work Zone Speeding Ticket in New York This Year
You won't believe the highest speed recorded in a work zone this year. Slow down! Especially in work zones. The radar cameras on New York roads through the Automated Work Zone Speed Enforcement program have captured several speeders. But one driver was caught going faster than anyone else this year.
Weekend weather outlook for the NYS Fair
SYRACUSE, N.Y.- The first of two weekends of the New York State Fair is upon us and so is some really nice summer weather to go along with it. Right now we have a slow-moving high pressure system keeping the weather dry and comfortable. Here is an update on the...
NY comptroller dings development authority for failing to maintain property sales records
An audit of Empire State Development, the leading public authority aimed at economic development in New York state, has found that the agency has not met its legal reporting requirements around its real estate holdings and when it sells one of those properties for less than fair market value. On...
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