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New York State Reparations Committee Sets First Meeting
The New York State Community Commission on Reparations Remedies will have approximately a year and a half to produce a final report. Following New York Gov. Kathy Hochul’s signing of a bill in December 2023 to establish a commission to study reparations for the descendants of enslaved people and New York’s broader role in the slave trade, the commission is now set to hold its first meeting.
Southern Tier gets $18.2 million for high-speed internet
SOUTHERN TIER, N.Y. (WETM) — Thousands of households in the Southern Tier will get access to high-speed broadband internet thanks to a multi-million dollar federal grant. Governor Kathy Hochul’s Office announced that areas across the state are getting a total of more than $70 million in tax funds from the federal government through ConnectALL’s Municipal […]
Upstate New York May Be Home To Mobster’s $130 Million Hidden Treasure
The search for a mobster's $130 million hidden treasure continues in the Hudson Valley and Upstate New York. Legendary mobster Dutch Schultz may have buried a fortune somewhere in Upstate New York. Pine Plains Business Is Named After Dutch Schultz. In September 2020, Dutch's Spirits opened on Harvest Homestead Farm...
‘Last warning,’ fumes homeowner forced to extreme measure after driveway was blocked repeatedly – cars ignored state law
ONE homeowner, who is at his wit's end, was forced to take drastic action to prevent people from blocking his driveway. While many people would see it as a common courtesy not to box someone's car in, it appears this social media user has finally had it with his neighbor's uncouth behavior.
Sackets Harbor community honors past with 1812 re-enactment
SACKETS HARBOR, New York (WWNY) - Gunshots and drums rang out once more on Sackets Harbor’s historic battlefield as part of the annual War of 1812 reenactment. Here people were able to learn what it was like for soldiers to camp and fight in the war. “The past is...
Philadelphia 'obliterated' as showcased in frightening nuclear war map after 'Castle Bravo' explosion
The map shows the potential devastation a nuclear explosion would cause in Philadelphia, with the Castle Bravo - the largest US bomb ever tested- used as a model
Light wildfire smoke overhead now then several days ahead of high heat and humidity
SYRACUSE, N.Y.- I've decided to put us in a weather alert for a few reasons. Just a few friendly reminders on how to stay safe with the high heat and humidity:. Be aware of any heat-related symptoms with your family, co-workers and even for yourself:. Temperatures on Sunday across the...
Staffing Changes at NewsChannel 9
SYRACUSE -- A longtime NewsChannel 9 (WSYR-TV) anchor says he's stepping down from a prominent role, but keeping another. Meantime, there's a new anchor on the weekend wakeup shift. Infanti Focusing on Sports. Viewers who might not be into sports are still probably familiar with Steve Infanti -- the longtime...
Recent Mets free agent signing crushed his first hit 424 feet
It seems like weeks ago that the New York Mets signed Jackie Bradley Jr. away from the Long Island Ducks. The veteran has stepped up to the plate 9 times so far for the Syracuse Mets and 8 times he has longed for the days of crushing baseballs in the Independent League.
August events at Constable Hall include anniversary party
CONSTABLEVILLE — Guests of Constable Hall, 5909 John St., can now partake in the new “Lunch and Tour” packages in collaboration with Broadway Cafe & Bakery. For $23 for individuals or $22 each for groups of 10 or more, visitors can enjoy a tasty meal alongside a tour of the historic site. To schedule this experience, all it takes is just 48 hours notice. Choose your meal preferences when booking your tour and have your order ready and waiting for you at Constable Hall.
Ives Park Concert Series Kicks Off Aug. 3
SLC Arts presents the annual Ives Park Concert Series on Saturdays at 6 p.m. in Ives Park, Potsdam. Concert Schedule: Admission is free, The final performance on August 31 will include a free outdoor movie showing of The Mighty Ducks after the concert, as part of the North Country Arts Festival.
Jay-Z And Alicia Keys’ Ode To New York City, ‘Empire State of Mind’ Certified Diamond
The record sold more than 10 million units. A milestone has been reached by Brooklyn-bred Jay-Z and Manhattan native Alicia Keys for their ode to New York, “Empire State of Mind.”. According to Billboard, the New York-centric song recorded by the artists who grew up in the “Big Apple”...
James Seward, 72, a longtime New York state senator, has died
Former state Sen. James Seward, who served in the legislature for 33 years, died of cancer Saturday. His death was announced Saturday by his former chief of state, Duncan S. Davie in a news release. He said Seward “passed away this morning after a valiant fight against cancer.”. “The...
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