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World War II Warships Getting Major Support From New York State
The Buffalo waterfront is home to three United States Navy Warships, and two of those ships are in serious need of repair. So much so that it wasn't that long ago that they were taking on water, putting them on the verge of sinking. Over the last couple of years,...
Man stabbed, suspect arrested in Schenectady
Police were called early Sunday morning for a fight and stabbing on the 200 block of South Brandywine Avenue, right next to a Speedway gas station. Police said at about 1:09 a.m., they found a man with a stab wound to his chest. Authorities say his injuries are serious and he was taken to Albany Medical Center, where he is believed to be in stable condition.
The Rise and Decline of St. Lawrence Centre Mall in Massena, NY
Initial Construction and Early Success (1990) The St. Lawrence Centre, developed by the Heritage Company, opened in 1990 in Massena, New York. The mall was designed to serve a thriving local economy driven by the Alcoa aluminum plants and cross-border shopping from Cornwall, Ontario. The construction cost reached $50 million. The mall covered over 548,000 square feet and featured five anchor stores.
Times that New York state has cribbed ideas for laws from New York City
Good ideas can come from anywhere; maybe a spark of personal inspiration … or liberally borrowing from others. In New York state, New York City tends to be on the vanguard of new ideas. Before state legislators in Albany decide to give a policy a go, it’s not uncommon to see that the city did it first. In some cases, like matching campaign donations, the city beat the state to the punch by decades. Here is a rundown of five pieces of legislation where New York City led the way while New York state trailed behind.
BUSINESS MONDAY: Spotlight on Momma Lo’s BBQ — “Food for the soul and the community”
“God had a purpose for me, and I am very, very grateful. I love to see people enjoy our food, and the love and support from the community has really been great.”. Starting Memorial Day weekend and continuing long past Labor Day, myriads of Americans light up the briquettes and treat their tastebuds to shared feasts centered around grilled chicken, pulled pork, and barbecued ribs. But for many, the time, patience, and skill required to get the right flavor and tenderness can feel a bit daunting. If you are one of the many—or you’re looking for great food that’s ready to go without all the fuss—Momma Lo’s BBQ in Great Barrington is here to help.
Off the Beaten Path: Bakery Suzanne
WILTON, N.Y. (NEWS10) – A small bakery specializing in sourdough bread and pastries opened its doors in April. Originally located in Catskill, the owner was ready to bring his culinary skills to a new area. The location isn’t the only major change Wilson Keenan made. Wilson’s Bread became Bakery Suzanne, named after the woman who sparked […]
LL Flooring announces 94 stores to close. Here's which ones are in NY
Yonkers’ LL Flooring store — formerly known as Lumber Liquidators — is not among the 94 LL Flooring stores announced for closure in 30 states, including four in New York state. The company's list of site-closing sales said the New York locations announced for closure are in Medford, New Hartford, Staten Island, and...
Flash floods, thunderstorms possible Monday after wet weekend in NY, CT
More rain is expected to cause potential flooding in the Lower Hudson Valley Monday after major thunderstorms Sunday. The National Weather Service is warning New Yorkers could see some more hazardous weather, including possible severe thunderstorms which could bring high winds and flash flooding to already sensitive areas Monday afternoon and evening. ...
Emergency Declaration Issued For 18 Upstate New York Counties
An "emergency declaration" was just issued to help 18 counties in New York "recover and rebuild." New York Gov. Kathy Hochul told the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation to issue an "emergency declaration" in nearly 20 counties across New York State. Governor Hochul Directs Department Of Environmental Conservation...
“Abrupt Early Taste of Fall” Impacting All of New York This Week
Crisp, autumnal air will soon flow through the Empire State and stick around for the next few days. Summer officially ends a little over a month from now, but fall is already preparing for a very early start. The National Weather Service out of Binghamton said a cold front is...
Harvey Weinstein will remain locked up in New York while awaiting rape retrial
NEW YORK – Harvey Weinstein will remain in custody in New York while awaiting retrial on rape and sexual assault charges in Manhattan, prosecutors confirmed Monday as the former movie mogul made a brief court appearance related to California’s request to extradite him there. But after the New...
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