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NY weather: Heat advisory for part of New York for Wednesday
The National Weather Service issued a heat advisory at 3:45 a.m. on Tuesday valid for Wednesday between 11 a.m. and 8 p.m. for Rockland, Westchester and Nassau counties. The weather service describes, "Heat index values up to 101 degrees expected." "Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses," comments...
New York Agriculture Dept. urges horse owners to vaccinate
A horse in Washington County has died from Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) and the New York State Agriculture Department is urging horse owners to vaccinate. “Unfortunately, the mortality is extremely high, up to 90%. So, you want to make sure they don't get infected. Once they are infected unfortunately, they're prognosis remains very guarded to poor,” said Axel Sondhof, Veterinarian with Equine Clinic of Saratoga.
State Warns Against Storm-Related Price Gouging
State Attorney General Letitia James issued an alert Monday warning businesses against price gouging of essential items in Suffolk County after a federal emergency was declared because of the extensive storm last weekend that caused serious damage and flooding. New York’s price gouging statute bars Read More ...
New York State DEC Helps Dog Unable To Continue On Trail
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation is busy not only assisting human hikers across the state, but their canine companions as well. According to the DEC, while Forest Rangers are not necessarily required to rescue dogs, many officers will still respond to when there is a lost or injured dog on one of the trails.
New York State Police Shared Work Zone Speed Enforcement Update
It is no secret that New York State has its share of wealthy people and you would need to have some decent cash if you get a ticket in a New York Work Zone. The message is to slow down and follow the lane changes but not everyone gets the message.
New York DMV Launches New User Friendly Website
The New York State Department of Motor Vehicles has announced the launch of a new and improved website designed to be more user-friendly regarding customer service. If you've ever had to deal with the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles (NYSDMV) website in the past you are well aware that oftentimes it wasn't the easiest website to find what you were looking for and sometimes the customer service would be what some would call "lacking".
Central New York’s only Outback Steakhouse has closed
Clay. N.Y. — Central New York’s only Outback Steakhouse has closed. The restaurant at 3946 Route 31 in Clay closed after business hours Sunday because its lease expired, company spokeswoman Elizabeth Daly said in an email to syracuse.com. It had been in business for 20 years. “Some employees...
Emergency Declaration Issued For More Counties In New York State
New York State issued another "Disaster Emergency." Over the weekend, New York Gov. Kathy Hochul today signed an executive order declaring a "Disaster Emergency" for Suffolk County, New York. "Disaster Emergency" On Long Island, New York. The "Disaster Emergency" comes after "record rainfall" fell on the Long Island County on...
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.
Why Mosquitoes Bite Some People More Than Others In New York
A doctor is explaining why mosquitoes bite some people more than others. Did you know that mosquitoes are considered the "world's deadliest" creatures. That's according to the CDC. Zika virus, West Nile and Eastern equine encephalitis (EEE) are three viruses spread by these insects that can cause a fatal infection.
NYSPHSAA to add shot clocks to boys and girls lacrosse
ELMIRA, N.Y. (WETM) – A major change will be coming to high school lacrosse in 2025. NYSPHSAA Executive Director Dr. Robert Zayas announced a new change to high school lacrosse, on Monday. According to a post on “X,” Zayas shared that New York State will be the first to implement an experimental shot clock for […]
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