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Drivers to get huge $6,700 one-time payment from $50 million settlement if they had cars repaired – see who qualifies
CHEVY and GM diesel owners equipped with a large displacement V8 and a specific fuel pump could be seeing a substantial payday. The settlement covers drivers in seven states, with some being paid up to $12,700. Chevrolet and GMC, both brands under General Motors, have reached a preliminary settlement for...
Upstate New York Woman Snaps Viral, ‘Once-in-a-Lifetime’ Storm Photo
A woman in Upstate NY shared a stunning storm photo that many thought was fake. But it's not, and weather experts agree she snapped a once-in-a-lifetime picture. It's as if someone married two images together; one side of the photo is ominously grey, while the other is surprisingly sunny, and two massive lightning strikes make this photo electrify the image. Oh, and a stunning rainbow splits the image in half.
Ground Broken on Long Island on nation's largest offshore wind farm
SHIRLEY, N.Y. -- There was a historic groundbreaking Wednesday for New York's next offshore wind farm, which will be seven times bigger than the first one.Years in the making, winds of change are coming to the state's energy grid. Months after South Fork Wind went live, the far bigger Sunrise Wind will have 84 turbines to generate 924 megawatts, making it the largest wind farm in the nation.Ocean winds will be supplying the project's clean energy by 2026."Six hundred thousand homes. That is the metric and that is a true game changer for Long Island," said Doreen Harris, president of...
Late bedtimes and not enough sleep can harm developing brains – and poorer kids are more at risk
(FORT COLLINS, CO) Shorter sleep and later bedtimes are linked to potentially harmful functional changes to parts of the brain important for coping with stress and controlling negative emotions, our recently published research found. And children in families with low economic resources are particularly at risk.
Colleges, National Grid provide aid amid power outages
Johnstown, NY (WRGB) — Amid the ongoing power outages, local colleges and National Grid workers have teamed up to distribute essential goods to those in need. At locations like Fulton Montgomery Community College, community members have been driving up to mini-stations set up by National Grid to collect cool water and dry ice.
Northwell Rated New York’s Most Awarded Health System by U.S. News
North Shore University Hospital (NSUH) in Manhasset led the way as New York’s No. 1 hospital, tied with three other health systems for the top honor, and recognized as a national Honor Roll Hospital, U.S. News said. NSUH, which recently celebrated its 70th anniversary, ranked in the top 51 nationally in all 10 specialties it serves, including the two top-performing categories in the health system; The hospital’s orthopedics program ranked seventh in the United States while diabetes/endocrine disorders placed 10th.
Kelly’s Angels Summer-Lovin’ Funfest kicks off
Families are invited to enjoy food, music and more during the Kelly’s Angels Summer-Lovin’ Funfest. The free event at Shepard Park in Lake George began Thursday July 18 at 5 p.m. It will be capped off by a drone light show followed by fireworks. The festival continues from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Thursday and Friday, 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Saturday and 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday.
‘World’s Deadliest’ Creature Spreading Another Deadly Virus In New York
The CDC issued a warning about a virus spreading at historic levels. The CDC issued a "health alert" to notify the public and public health authorities of an increased risk of dengue virus (DENV) infections. Dengue Virus Infections Reach Historic Numbers. The CDC confirmed more cases have already been reported...
Hampton Synagogue Welcomes New President
After nearly nine years as president of the Hampton Synagogue, Carol Levin passed the torch to Jeff Zuckerman, who was elected June 18 by the Board of Trustees. Zuckerman was unanimously elected, becoming the fourth-ever president of the congregation. The congregation celebrated the installment of Zuckerman as president at July...
3 accused of stealing camper, ATVs, and trailer in Salem
On June 30, around 8:45 p.m., state troopers responded to Salem for a complaint from a resident, stating a camper, two ATVs, and a utility trailer were stolen from their property. During the investigation, troopers say they found the stolen items on a property where Little and Quintana reside.
Two local earn checkered flags at Devil’s Bowl
WEST HAVEN — On an evening when Poultney’s Dave Camara won his first Devil’s Bowl Speedway race in 14 years, local drivers Mike Clark Jr. of Salisbury and Tim LaDuc of Orwell also received checkered flags on Saturday night. Other area racers had good n …. We’re...
Music plays on at Shepard Park using tent after bandstand fire
“We’re not skipping a beat,” Lake George Village Mayor Ray Perry told The Chronicle. “We still have all the free entertainment that everyone’s used to having. And look out for us next year — it’s going to get even better.”. A tent provided by...
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