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Weather’s role in nation-wide blood shortage
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — According to the American Red Cross, blood inventory dropped 25% in July. In response, the organization declared an emergency blood shortage, but officials emphasized that it’s not unusual for this time of year. “We anticipate that in the summer months, especially here in the Northeast where summer is short, and a […]
Pa. tops list of states in gaming tax revenues for 2023
Pennsylvania’s total gaming-specific tax revenues from casinos top every other state in the nation, because of the commonwealth’s relatively large market and high tax rates on gambling, according to American Gaming Associations’ annual report. AGA data for 2023 puts Pennsylvania at $2.3 billion in casino tax revenue,...
Second phase of Adirondack Rail Trail completed
ALBANY | Gov. Kathy Hochul has announced the completion of construction and the ahead-of-schedule opening of the second phase of the Adirondack Rail Trail from Saranac Lake to Floodwood Road. In addition, New York State recently awarded the contract for rail trail construction from Floodwood Road to Tupper Lake and...
Ticketing system glitch leads to free entry for some at New York State Fair
SYRACUSE, N.Y. — Some New York State Fair-goers got in for free on Saturday following issues with the fair’s ticketing system. News10NBC’s Syracuse affiliate reports the ticketing system operated by Etix suffered a nationwide outage. Gate attendants had to verify tickets. People in line to buy a...
Harmful algal blooms found in dozens of New York waterbodies so far this summer
On a breezy afternoon in Lansing’s Salt Point Park, Sue Ruoff walks the shore of Cayuga Lake, keeping her eye out for streaky green clumps along the water’s surface. She’s looking for harmful algal blooms, the worrisome substances that have appeared in Cayuga Lake and other bodies of water across New York since the beginning of summer.
New York State Dad’s 5 Rules For Back To School
The cold and flu season are starting to take over New York State. With back to school approaching from Niagara Falls to Albany, it is time to really remember what your mom and dad taught you about staying healthy through the year. As a father of four kids, under eight...
Officials urge vaccination for mosquito-borne virus in some NY regions
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) – The State Agriculture Department is urging horse owners to vaccinate their horses against Eastern Equine Encephalitis and West Nile Virus as cases are being seen throughout several areas in New York State. There is no cure for EEE or WNV which can be fatal for unvaccinated horses. So far this year, […]
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.
NY State Fair forecast for Day 7: Sunny skies could turn rainy by nightfall
Geddes, N.Y. —It’s looking to be a sunny and hot day Tuesday at the New York State Fair, but cooler temperatures are expected to roll in later in the night. Temperatures will hit a high of around 89 degrees Tuesday, with light wind, according to the National Weather Service.
Free Fishing Day in NY on August 31: Perfect End to Summer
New York State is offering a special treat for anglers and outdoor enthusiasts this Labor Day weekend. On Saturday, August 31, 2024, the state will host a Free Fishing Day, allowing residents and visitors to enjoy fishing without the need for a fishing license. This event is part of New York’s “Get Offline, Get Outside” initiative, designed to encourage families to step away from screens and immerse themselves in nature.
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...
How New York State Deer Hunters Can Help The Bald Eagle Population
New York State deer hunters have the opportunity to assist in a project that focuses on improving "the health of bald and golden eagle populations in NY." What is Slowing Down The Eagle Population Growth in New York State?. While the Bald Eagle population has been on the rise, the...
Day 6 at the NYS Fair: Today’s handpicked menu and schedule
Geddes, N.Y. — Sunday seemed like the unofficial Irish Day at the New York State Fair. The 78,341 visitors were treated to an old-fashioned session at Chevy Court hosted on by The Elders, a Celtic band from Kansas City, that drew in more and more folks as the music went on.
Free Overdose Awareness Week Event Today In Western New York
International Overdose Awareness Day is coming up on August 31st but today Spectrum Health and Human Services will hold their fourth annual "Not One More: Stand Together to End Overdose" event. READ MORE: HERE IS WHAT THE OLD FARMER'S ALMANAC IS PREDICTING FOR THE 2024-25 WINTER SEASON IN NEW YORK.
See where Southern Tier schools landed in NY high school rankings
Alfred-Almond, Hammondsport and Vestal high schools are three of the top high schools in the Southern Tier, according to U.S. News and World Report's ranking of New York state public high schools ahead of the start of the 2024-25 academic year. The U.S. News Best High Schools rankings include data on approximately 25,000...
UFT President Michael Mulgrew isn’t afraid to pivot
Michael Mulgrew sounds like an idealistic liberal who wants everybody to realize the American dream; he just wants to make sure he’s the one who gets his members there first. The 59-year-old former high school teacher leads the United Federation of Teachers, whose nearly 200,000 members include New York City public school teachers, school nurses and other school workers.
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