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N.Y. reparations study takes shape at second meeting
The commission studying reparations for the consequences of New York's role in the slave trade remains in the administrative phase, but members said Tuesday they expect to start the difficult conversations this fall — with little time to spare. The state's Community Commission on Reparations Remedies met this week...
New Jersey and New York Grocery Chain Banning this Controversial Item
Stop & Shop has been in the news quite a bit lately. The grocer recently announced the closure of many "underperforming" stores in New Jersey and New York. The following locations in New Jersey will close its doors by the end of the year:. 1083 Inman Ave., Edison. 1049 US...
These 12 food vendors have been at the NYS Fair for 25 years or longer. Which is the oldest?
For an event steeped in a long tradition, it’s perfectly reasonable question: Who (or what) is the oldest food vendor at the New York State Fair?. That hasn’t always been easy to answer. In some cases it’s because stands have changed names or locations, moved on to new generations of owners or created whole new menu options.
You Must Report Sightings of This Invasive Bug in New York
Well, sure enough, this aggressive invasive species has made its return to the Hudson Valley. Unfortunately, these bugs have pretty severe negative impacts on our environment, but here's the latest on what to do when you see one and how you can help prevent them!. Spotted Lanternflies in New York.
NYS bills propose changing maximum age limit for police civil service exam
ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10)– With police departments across the state struggling with recruitment, two competing bills are working their way through the legislature that could increase the pot of candidates. Right now the maximum age limit to take the civil service exam to become a police officer is 35. If Republican Senator George Borrello has his […]
Results Are in on Virus That Shut Down Baby Goat Cuddling at New York State Fair
The results are in on that baby goat that got a family booted from the New York State Fair an hour before gates opened. Justin & Lauren Steinmetz spent months preparing for the 13 days at the Fair, which cost them their life savings. On the morning of opening day, a vet performing routine health checks said one goat may have a virus.
The Truth Behind New York’s Invasive and Toxic Worm
There's a toxic predator in New York... but is the problem really as serious as media outlets would lead us to believe?. While the term "invasive" rightfully sets off alarm bells for many New Yorkers, it can be important to understand how invasive. The massive influx of spongy moth caterpillars earlier this year, for instance, posed a serious threat to many local trees... but what about a predatory worm?
Hochul urged to sign bill to post spending data
(The Center Square) — Gov. Kathy Hochul is being urged to put her signature on a proposal aimed at shining a brighter light on lucrative contracts that are shielded from public disclosure under state laws. In a letter to Hochul, a coalition of groups called on her to sign a bill requiring state departments and agencies to publicly post contracts exempted from comptroller review by executive order or legislative action during public emergencies. The legislation, approved by lawmakers in the previous session, aims to improve...
Ransomville Features Three Car Modified Battle for Track Crown
RANSOMVILLE, NY-This coming Friday night is the final points night of the season for all classes, including the Krown Undercoating 358 Modifieds, Stirling Lubricants DIRTcar Sportsman, KiPo Chevrolet Street Stocks, Sunflowers of Sanborn Mini Stocks, and the Kevin’s Carpet Cleaning Novice Sportsman. To cap off the night, DNA Towing and DNA Derby Productions presents the $700 to win Fall Brawl Demolition Derby.
Two Charged in South Dayton Drug Raid
A recent drug raid in the Village of South Dayton resulted in the arrest of two Erie County men. The Cattaraugus County Sheriff's Office reports that the Southern Tier Regional Drug Task Force executed a search warrant at 15 2nd Avenue last Thursday, August 22nd at about 3:00 PM. Investigators took 40-year-old Jeffrey Nesbitt of Buffalo and 48-year-old Phillip Duval of Collins into custody after they discovered quantities of crack cocaine, fentanyl and cash. Nesbitt was charged with two counts of 3rd-degree criminal possession of a controlled substance and one count of 2nd-degree criminally using drug paraphernalia, while Duval faces one count of 7th-degree criminal possession of a controlled substance. Nesbitt was remanded to the Cattaraugus County Jail on $5,000 bail, and Duval was released with an appearance ticket.
Grieving mom pushes for Grieving Families Act after son dies in Albany Med ER
ALBANY, N.Y. (WRGB) — CBS 6 is hearing from the mother taking legal action against Albany Med Health System after her toddler died on its watch. Keri-Sue McManus wants accountability for the death of her three-year old son Micah, a death she believes was preventable. She believes the governor can provide that accountability by signing the Grieving Families Act.
MusicalFare Scraps Plans for New Theater in Amherst
The project hit a standstill after Amherst residents rallied to oppose the Town Board’s decision to borrow up to $11 Million toward the cost of the theater, forcing the board to rescind its approval of the borrowing earlier this year.
2024 Men's and Women's Cross Country Season Preview
AMHERST, N.Y. -- The Daemen University men's and women's cross country teams kick off the 2024 season at the Doug Watts Open in Edinboro, Pa. on Saturday, Sept. 7. Before the start of the season, graduate student Jon Moote (Wilson, N.Y.) and sophomore CJ Johnson (Baltimore, Md.) of the men's team along with graduate student Courtney Merrill (Speedway, Ind.) and senior Emma Cain (Lockport, N.Y.) of the women's team spoke about their teams and the expectations for the year.
New York state law banning sale of 'ghost plates' set to go into effect this weekend
A new law banning the sale of "ghost plates" in New York State is set to go into effect this weekend.The obscured or unreadable plates help drivers bypass tolls.According to reports, the illegal tactic costs New York City up to $200 million annually.The sale of the plates and products to obscure them has become rampant on platforms like Craigslist and TikTok, according to Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine.The MTA and NYPD have performed several crackdowns on toll evaders and ghost cars dating back to May.READ MORE: MTA, NYPD seize over 50 cars in toll evasion operation----------* Get Eyewitness News Delivered * Follow us on YouTube * More local news* Send us a news tip* Download the abc7NY app for breaking news alerts
Upstate New York Teen Illegally Sold “Aggressive Wild Canada Geese”
A "concerned" Upstate New York farmer" contacted the DEC and said he owned a dozen wild Canada geese he was tricked into buying. The man said he mistakenly purchased as the wild geese, thinking they were domestic geese. Wild Geese for Sale – Wayne County. The geese soon became...
Missing New York Child Found On Video On Roof Of Large Building
WOW! A missing New York boy was thankfully found with the help of a local TV station's helicopter. A 9-year-old boy disappeared after leaving his Brooklyn home around 7 a.m. on Thursday. Brooklyn, New York Boy Goes Missing. The boy was supposed to be going to school, but when he...
New Bill Would Require This on Every Student ID in New York
A proposed bill was recently passed by the New York State Senate and New York State Assembly that would lead to the addition of something new on all student ID cards in New York State. The bill, dubbed as the Student Lifeline Act, now only awaits Governor Kathy Hochul's signature...
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