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August 27th: The Hottest Day In Buffalo New York History
Today was a hot one but it seems that August 27th is always hot in Western New York. While we didn't break any records today, August 27th is the hottest day on record in Buffalo. It was on this day back in 1948 that Buffalo reached its hottest day ever...
PETER MOST: Stockbridge bails on Housatonic
We revere those who act selflessly in the service of others, those who give their “last full measure of devotion” in service to our nation. The Medal of Honor is bestowed on those few who have demonstrated extraordinary acts of valor in the face of imminent danger. We are told to think of others before ourselves, a lesson that stretches far beyond battlefields.
REVIEW AND PHOTOS: Creed, 3 Doors Down, Finger Eleven provide an alt-rock blast from the early 2000s at SPAC
SARATOGA SPRINGS — Three alternative rock staples from the early 2000s packed and sold out Saratoga Performing Arts Center on Saturday night. “Wid ahms wad opahn," (to appropriate the distinctive singing style of frontman Scott Stapp,) an audience of approximately 20,000 greeted headliner Creed for a total of four hours of rock music from their Summer of ‘99 tour. Thankfully, with everyone packed as tightly as they were, the weather was a lovely, mild summer evening.
Townscape of Millerton and North East – Celebrating 25 Years
Townscape, a nonprofit, volunteer-based organization that focuses on community beautification and revitalization in Millerton, NY, is celebrating its 25th year! Townscape was originally founded by Catherine Fenn – along with Renee Vollen and Jan Gilmor – as a volunteer committee in 1998, and was adopted by the Village of Millerton as a nonprofit entity in 2006. Its goal was, and still is, to enhance existing recreational and public spaces; to work as a catalyst amongst Millerton’s community organizations; and to promote projects that benefit the entire community.
SDS Showdown Time; Leb Val Mr. DIRT USA Next Up
WEST LEBANON, NY– A Labor Day weekend staple is on tap for the Super DIRTcar Series as it returns to New York’s Capital Region. The Series visits Lebanon Valley Speedway in West Lebanon, NY, on Saturday, Aug. 31, for Mr. DIRT Track USA, a 100-lap, $15,500-to-win/$1,000-to-start Feature. Saturday’s...
Top Prize-Winning Lottery Ticket Sold At Long Island Convenience Store
Are you feeling lucky?A top prize-winning TAKE 5 ticket was sold in North Merrick, at the Fast Break convenience store on Merrick Avenue, New York Lottery announced.The ticket – worth $17,145 – was sold for the Midday drawing held Monday, Aug. 26.TAKE 5 drawings are held twice daily, at 2:30 p.m. a…
What could a school smartphone ban look like in NY?
NEW YORK (PIX11) – As NYC students return to school next week, Gov. Kathy Hochul is considering a statewide school smartphone ban. Chalkbeat reporter Alex Zimmerman joins PIX11 to discuss what a possible cellphone ban could look like, how other states implement this type of ban, and potential pushback from school administration. Watch the video […]
Cross Country Programs Release 2024 Schedule
ALBANY, N.Y. - The University at Albany cross country program has announced its competition schedule for the 2024 season. The Great Danes are set to compete in four meets in preparation for the 2024 America East Championships. For the second consecutive season, UAlbany will begin the season at the Marist...
Gloversville man pleads guilty to stabbing woman on rail trail
A Gloversville sex offender has admitted to stabbing a woman walking along the rail trail about a year ago. This happened two decades after he raped a woman and was sentenced to prison. Kristerfer Passino, 42, pleaded guilty on Friday, Aug. 23 in Fulton County Court to second-degree assault. The...
Ghost Tour at Ventfort Hall
LENOX, Mass. — Join Robert Oakes, author of "Ghosts of the Berkshires," leads a tour through the rooms and halls of the historic estate sharing tales of its alleged hauntings. The tours will take place Saturday, August 31 at 8 pm. This is not an active investigation. Robert Oakes...
New York State Reminds Bowhunters About This Law
The leaves are starting to change, the cooler mornings are here and the goldenrod is starting to bloom and here in New York State, it is almost time for the start of the bowhunting season!. Some wonder, when does deer hunting season start in New York State? Typically, the archery...
National Grid faces statewide protests following rate hike ask
National Grid is asking for its biggest rate hike in several decades. Now, the utility is getting pushback from protests across the state, including central New York. Protesters took to the streets in front of the Syracuse National Grid offices opposing rate hikes in favor of legislation that addresses energy affordability and climate change. Ethan Gormley of Citizen Action of New York organized the protest, which he said is two-pronged.
Allegany-Limestone Central becomes first in NYS to have AEDs on buses
ALLEGANY, N.Y. (WIVB) — Every school bus in the U.S. is equipped with a fire extinguisher and safety exits, but for the first time in New York State, Allegany-Limestone School District will also equip its fleet with AEDs, or automatic defibrillators. The school district has started what they hope becomes common practice. “I don’t think […]
15-Year-Old Girl Arrested at New York State Fair for Stabbing Two Others
One of the more disturbing trends in society today is the increase in violence among youth offenders. In Utica, the first homicide of the year was the death of a 15-year-old at the hands of what is believed to be another teen. That case has yet to be solved almost 9 months later.
New York Supermarket To Stop Tobacco Sales Before Massive Closures
A popular supermarket in New York State, that just announced massive closures, is saying goodbye to cigarettes. On Monday, Stop & Shop confirmed it will stop selling all cigarettes and tobacco products at its 360 stores. Stop & Shop Announces Plans to Stop Selling Tobacco Products In New York. Stop...
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