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Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival’s New Sustainable Home
The Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival (HVSF) has received final approval for its new site plan, marking a significant milestone. Designed by Studio Gang, the new campus in Garrison, NY, will feature the United States' first purpose-built LEED Platinum theater. This new venue emphasizes sustainability, with the 98-acre campus gifted by philanthropist Chris Davis focusing on green space and rewilding.
A Blisteringly Active Month for New York State Law Enforcement
No one can say for sure what it was, maybe it was the seemingly the never-ending heat wave combined with overwhelming humidity or maybe it was some other extemporaneous factors, but the point remains that the month of July while not technically not over yet, was a wildly active month for members of New York State's law enforcement.
Borrello Urges Albany Leadership to Reassess Climate Act Plans
A recent audit by New York State Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli found that the state's Public Service Commission and NYSERDA lacked adequate planning, monitoring and assessment of risks and challenges in its efforts to help the state meet its targets set forth in the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act (CLCPA). State Senator George Borrello says the results of the audit confirm his view that their effort is a "disaster in the making"...
Listeria outbreak sickens at least 12 in New York
NEW YORK – At least a dozen cases of listeria have been reported across New York state in connection to a national outbreak linked to deli meat.The state Health Department said four of those cases were in New York City, two were in Suffolk County and one was in Nassau County. The remaining five cases were located in Cayuga, Dutchess, Greene, Onondaga and Oswego counties.All 12 patients had to be hospitalized. No deaths linked to the listeria outbreak have been reported in New York.Two cases of listeria have been reported in New Jersey – one in Monmouth County and one...
Party At The Pier To Raise Money For FeedMore WNY
Coming up on August 1st, you can party at the Pier and help raise money for all the programs that FeedMore WNY runs across Western New York. Party at the Pier is one of FeedMore WNY's biggest fundraisers and it will take place on Thursday, August 1st from 6- 9 pm at Buffalo River Fest Park, 249 Ohio St. in Buffalo.
Sitrin Warrior Retreat Offers Much Needed Getaway for Veterans
FRANKFORT, N.Y. -- Over 60 veterans and their family members are participating in the annual Sitrin Warrior Retreat this weekend. The event is sponsored by Sitrin's Military Program and takes place at Camp Sitrin on Graffenburg Road in Frankfort. This year participants enjoyed activities like drone soccer, boat races, fishing derbies and more.
Monster Trucks Delight Crowd at Herkimer County Fairgrounds
FRANKFORT, N.Y. -- The Herkimer County Fairgrounds roared to life on Saturday for the Versus Monster Trucks show. Children of all ages got an up close and personal look at the five monster trucks that were competing this weekend, even getting autographs from some drivers. The monstrous vehicles put on...
Diamond Dawgs Pick Up Fourth-Straight Win in 12-3 Victory over Boonville to Close Out Regular Season
LITTLE FALLS, N.Y. -- Mohawk Valley entered Saturday's contest with Boonville winners of three-straight games, and looking for a fourth-straight victory to close out the regular season. The Diamond Dawgs built a 4-0 lead after three innings, then added two additional runs in the fourth, plus three runs in the...
Hundreds honor Southern Tier history at Carousel Day
Charles F. Johnson Park in Johnson City was host to hundreds earlier today, all to celebrate the park's beloved carousel. For over a decade, Johnson City Carousel Day has brought together locals on the last weekend of July, fostering relationships within the community. Over 40 organizations and vendors tabled at...
Latest Update On Coastal Storm 'Backing In' To Northeast: Timing, 5-Day Forecast
A rare westward-moving storm will back into the Northeast off the Atlantic Coast, starting an unsettled stretch after a dry and comfortable weekend.It will be mostly cloudy on Monday, July 29, with a high temperature of around 80 degrees.As the system backs in, it will become breezy, especially alo…
Police In Secret Cars Issued Insane Amount Of Tickets In New York
Police in secret vehicles helped issue nearly 40,000 tickets in a very short period of time. Just before the 4th Of July holiday, New York State Police announced a "crack down on drunk and drugged driving and other traffic infractions." Sad News: These 11 Popular Food Items Are Gone From...
Meeder's Restaurant Added to NYS Historic Business Preservation Registry
State Senator George Borrello presented the New York State Historic Business award to Meeders Restaurant in Ripley to celebrate their incorporation into New York State's Historic Business Preservation Registry. Established by legislation passed in 2020, the Historic Business Registry includes businesses that have been in operation for at least 50 years and have contributed to their communities' history. Borrello nominated Meeder's Restaurant to the registry in 2023 in recognition of their role in helping shape the history, heritage, and identity of the Ripley community.
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