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List released on state prison closings
ALBANY, New York (WWNY) -The north country’s three prisons were spared from being shut down by the state. The list released to the union representing state corrections officers by the state Department of Corrections and Community Supervision doesn’t include Cape Vincent, Gouverneur, or Riverview correctional facilities. It names...
Finger Lakes’ Weis Vineyards named New York’s ‘Winery of the Year’
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — A popular winery in the Finger Lakes region has been named the Winery of the Year at the 38th Annual New York Wine Classic. Weis Vineyards, located in Hammondsport, was honored with the award for Winery of the Year and the Governor’s Cup for its 2018 Reisling Ice Wine. The New […]
Tate Brandon earns CSC Academic All-America® honor
AUSTIN, Texas – Skidmore College men's ice hockey standout goalie Tate Brandon was named to the 2024 Division III Academic All-America® At-Large Second Team as selected by College Sports Communicators and announced July 17. There were 45 NCAA Division III student-athletes honored out of the thousands that play...
New research provides evidence to support integration of hands-on projects in engineering education
A new study provides evidence supporting the integration of hands-on projects and interdisciplinary teamwork in engineering curricula, promoting deeper understanding and application of theoretical concepts, potentially influencing educational practices in STEM fields. SUNY Polytechnic Institute Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering Dr. Aarthi Sekaran and Union College Associate Professor of Civil...
First steps in new Saratoga Hospital expansion approved by city council
Saratoga Hospital is moving forward with a proposed expansion after initial approval from the Saratoga Springs City Council. Saratoga Hospital’s Planned Unit Development has been amended six times since being established in 1987. At Tuesday’s city council meeting, representatives of the hospital pitched the newest addition—a 60,000 square foot medical facility on Myrtle Street.
Diana Defense- Diana Stakes Recap
Whitebeam wires four stablemates and five others in Grade 1. The first 49 seconds of the Grade 1 Diana cut Chad Brown’s five-horse arsenal to a one-horse hope at Saratoga Race Course Saturday. Whitebeam loped through the first half-mile in :49.49. The lone leader sunk the four closers. “I...
Last-minute tickets to see Impractical Jokers in Upstate NY this weekend
The cast of truTV/TBS’ “Impractical Jokers” — James “Murr” Murray, Brian “Q” Quinn and Salvatore “Sal” Vulcano — are returning to Upstate New York for two more must-see live shows this weekend: One at the Bethel Woods Center For The Arts in Bethel on Friday, July 19 and the other at the Saratoga Performing Arts Center in Saratoga Springs on Saturday, July 20.
Saratoga Notebook, Presented By NYRA Bets: Pletcher Enters Three In Haskell, Decision Still To Come As To How Many Go
SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y.–Hall of Fame trainer Todd Pletcher promised that he would enter three of his horses for Saturday's $1 million NYRA Bets GI Haskell Stakes at Monmouth Park. And that he did on Wednesday as a pair of 'TDN Rising Stars' in Fierceness (City of Light) and Mindframe...
Steve Hammond and Rabid Children release ‘Does the Heartbeat’: Upstate Beat
Since moving to the Capital Region five years ago, Kansas native Steve Hammond has made a mark on the area music scene in several local bands. His twangy old-school country outfit The AMs play honky-tonk in the vein of Buck Owens, and they recently opened for the legendary Hank Williams’ great-grandson Coleman Williams at the Hangar on the Hudson in Troy.
New York City Ballet principal dancer got her start in the Hudson Valley
New York City Ballet made a stop in Saratoga this month as part of their 75th anniversary season. Dancers from all over the world vie for a spot in the company, while spectators turn out from across the globe to take in their show stopping performances. Now, a Hudson Valley woman is leading the charge, holding the coveted title of principal dancer of the company. CBS 6's Emani Payne caught up with her about her start in the area and want it means to accomplish this major goal.
Blade collapse, New York launch and New Jersey research show uneven progress of offshore wind
New Jersey officials said they would make nearly $5 million available for scientific research projects to document current environmental conditions in areas where wind farms are planned, as well as to predict and prevent potential harm to the environment or wildlife.
Finz & Finz: Family-Run LI Personal Injury Law Firm Fighting for the Little People for 40 Years and Counting
When it comes to a law practice, the stereotypical vision that pops into most people's minds – often ushered in via movies and television shows – is that they are the very embodiment of soulless, ambulance-chasing corporate greed, but the reality is that many people enter the legal field not for their own benefit, but to actually help others.
New Federal Funding Announced for Firefighters in New York State
It's a good day for firefighters throughout the state of New York today as it was just recently announced that a new round of federal funding has been granted which will going towards benefiting fire departments across the state. Firefighter Federal Funding Breakdown. The announcement of this new federal funding...
CNY Inspirations: Awareness of the present
This feature is coordinated by The Post-Standard/Syracuse.com and InterFaith Works of CNY. Follow this theme and author posted Sunday, Tuesday and Thursday. There is nowhere I would rather be than in Upstate New York during the summer. Our region boasts of sparkly lakes, lush adventure and fragrant fruit. Summer has an innate vibe of slowing down, one to which I try my best to pay attention.
Audible Filly Bellacose A Smart Debut Winner at Saratoga
3rd-Saratoga, $90,000, (S), Msw, 7-17, 2yo, f, 5 1/2f, 1:05.08, ft, 10 3/4 lengths. BELLACOSE (f, 2, Audible–Little Bullet, by Uncle Mo) continued a very positive start to the current meet for this barn, which was represented by GIII Sanford Stakes winner Mo Plex (Complexity) last Saturday. The 32-5 betting alternative to odds-on Vehemente (Vekoma), Bellacose won the break beneath Manny Franco and galloped his seven fellow firsters through an opening quarter in :22.20. With Vehemente improving one spot to try to take the race to the pacesetter nearing the stretch, Bellacose had plenty to give when popped the question and he rolled through the final furlong to score by an eye-catching 10 3/4 lengths. The winner's dam is a daughter of Bahnah (Elusive Quality), who took out the 2013 GIII Schuylerville Stakes at this venue, and was acquired by Beals Racing Stable for $11,000 at Fasig-Tipton February in 2020. Now the dam of of two winners from as many to race, Little Bullet also produced a yearling filly by Tacitus and a filly foal by Greatest Honour from the same sire line. Sales history: $33,000 Wlg '22 FTNMIX; $82,000 Ylg '23 FTKOCT. Lifetime Record: 1-1-0-0, $49,500. Click for the Equibase.com chart or VIDEO, sponsored by FanDuel TV.
Cannabis Association of New York to hold cornhole tournament Saturday: What to know
Fans of the backyard game cornhole will have a chance to showcase their skills in the High Toss Cornhole Tournament on Saturday. The tournament, hosted through a collaboration between the Cannabis Association of New York (CANY), the Broome County Urban League and Just Breathe Tomorrows, will be held at noon on Collier Street in downtown Binghamton. Organizers said smoking will be allowed at the event.
Belmont Stakes winner Dornoch returns for the Haskell Stakes at Monmouth Park
OCEANPORT, N.J. (AP) — Belmont Stakes winner Dornoch and runner-up Mindframe are set to renew their rivalry when they return to racing for the $1 million Haskell Stakes at Monmouth Park on Saturday. Mindframe, who finished a half-length behind Dornoch in the final leg of the Triple Crown on...
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