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Homeownership in New York Plummeting at Record Pace
Looks like New York really is experiencing a mass exodus. Less and less people own homes in New York State. According to Property Ownership in America, rates have been steadily declining since 2014. In recent years, however, that rate has only accelerated. There are several reasons why that is. The...
Listeria outbreak has many asking, is deli meat safe to eat?
NEW YORK -- The listeria outbreak continues to make headlines, with products being recalled and precautions being taken. With a dozen cases reported in New York and one death in New Jersey, is it safe to eat deli meat now?Doctor's advice for avoiding listeria outbreakFirst of all, what is listeria? Dr. Nidhi Kumar tells CBS New York listeria is a "sturdy" bacteria that can be found in plants and soil."It can withstand high temperatures, like being in a freezer and even a regular refrigerator. And it has a biofilm, so it sticks to surfaces, it sticks to hands, and it can easily contaminate...
Assistant District Attorney Arrested In Western New York
If you look at the news lately, you will find what seems to be an epidemic of government and public officials acting quite badly. It's not isolated to any one profession or job type. From cops to government bureaucrats, judges to district attorneys, something strange has happened in the Empire State the last few years.
Boys playing on girls-only sports teams? Why NY may order high schools to allow it
New York may order high schools to let boys play girls-only sports and compete against girls for spots on those teams under a proposed policy change that has alarmed school administrators. The proposal by the state Education Department would break down gender distinctions for any sports that don't offer separate teams for both...
Clarkson University receives a portion of a US Department of Energy Grant to Improve Building Code Official Digitization and Efficiency
Led by the International Code Council, and alongside project partners such as the New York State Department of State, the Association of Towns of the State of New York, Resource Refocus, and +LAB Architects, Clarkson University has been awarded a sub-grant in excess of $700,000 to provide subject matter expertise and develop micro-credentials in support of the U.S. Department of Energy’s Resilient and Efficient Codes Initiative (RECI).
Discount Retail Company With 64 New York Stores Confirms Closures
A popular retail company is closing a number of locations in New York State. Closing sales are underway. Some New Yorkers will be forced to say goodbye to Big Lots. Big Lots confirmed plans in a filing to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission to close 35 to 40 stores by the end of 2024.
Gerrit Smith Estate hosts annual Peterboro Emancipation Day
PETERBORO — The Gerrit Smith Estate National Historic Landmark, 5324 Oxbow Road, will host its 14th annual Emancipation Day on Saturday, Aug. 3. The event commemorates the families that came from enslavement by replicating the Emancipation Days held by the generations of the 1920s and 1930s. Registration begins at...
Back 2 Work: July 29–August 2
UTICA, N.Y. (WKTV) -- Back to Work job orders for July 29—August 2. Full time for a global leader in mobile and industrial hydraulics. Duties: Responsible for inspecting material receipts and associated documentation. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. Must have familiarity with the use of vernier calipers and multi-meters. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
Congestion pricing advocates plan to file lawsuits against Gov. Hochul to restart NYC program
New York City Comptroller Brad Lander is planning two separate lawsuits which would challenge Gov. Kathy Hochul’s congestion pricing pause. Lander, along with lawyers, plaintiffs and advocates announced on Friday that they would be filing the motions with the goal of restarting the controversial program. If you purchase a...
These Ten Years Produced the Most Tornadoes in New York History [LIST]
Tornadoes are an uncommon occurrence in New York, but unfortunately, they are not completely unheard of. Occasionally, when the circumstances are just right, a tornado will touch down in our state. When that happens, the results are usually disastrous for local communities. Tornadoes have touched down at a historic pace...
The Most Deadly Prison Riot In America Happened In New York
New York State has the notorious distinction of being the home of the deadliest prison riot in U.S. history. The 53rd anniversary of the tragedy is coming up in about a month and a half. The Attica Prison Riot, also known as the Attica Prison Rebellion, began on September 9, and ended on September 13, 1971, at the Attica Correctional Facility in Attica, New York. Attica is located at 639 Exchange Street in Wyoming County.
Utica Equipment Finance Completes $15.5MM Transaction
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Authors discuss history tomes in Peterboro
PETERBORO — Daniel Koch and Jennifer Dorsey will present their research and publications at 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. respectively Sunday, Aug. 4, in free programs at the National Abolition Hall of Fame and Museum, 5255 Pleasant Valley Road. Koch’s “Land of the Oneidas: Central New York State and...
Men's basketball players earn recognition for academic work
Three Hamilton College men's basketball players have earned recognition on the 2023-24 National Association of Basketball Coaches (NABC) Honors Court. The NABC Honors Court includes junior, senior and graduate student men's basketball players who finished the 2023-24 academic year with a cumulative grade point average of 3.2 or better. Owen...
Olympics spokesperson apologizes for Opening Ceremony ‘Last Supper’ depiction
A spokesperson for the 2024 Olympics in Paris apologized Sunday for a segment during Friday’s Opening Ceremony that offended many people and religious groups. One element of the Opening Ceremony included a scene that appeared to mock Leonardo da Vinci’s famous painting of “The Last Supper.” The Last Supper depicts Jesus having his final meal... The post Olympics spokesperson apologizes for Opening Ceremony ‘Last Supper’ depiction appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Meet the Sales Representative for Southwestern Advantage Going Door-to-Door
FRANKFORT, N.Y. -- You may have seen a young man biking around in your neighborhood selling educational books. He is a sales representative for Southwestern Advantage. He is a college student from Poland and his summer job is here in the United States selling educational products. Franek said it has...
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