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New York Is the Most Dangerous State for Swimming
A new warning has been issued to those wanting to swim at a New York beach or lake. New York is home to some of the most popular beaches and lakeside attractions in the entire country. The Empire State was recently found to have the 14 best beach towns in America.
New York starts rehabilitation project on Callicoon Bridge
On Monday, New York Gov. Kathy Hochul said work has begun on a $17.8 million project to rehabilitate the Callicoon Bridge over the Delaware River. The bridge links Bridge Street in the town of Callicoon with State Route 1016 in Damascus Township, Pennsylvania. Officials said the new bridge deck and pier repairs will enhance public […] The post New York starts rehabilitation project on Callicoon Bridge appeared first on Transportation Today.
Robotic pets providing solace for New York seniors
PLATTSBURGH, N.Y. (WCAX) - Animatronic pets have become popular with seniors and other shut-ins in recent years and the state of New York is getting on board, shipping them out to communities across the state. And for one Plattsburgh veteran, the “pets” have been a welcome development. A...
Lyft will send one-time payments from $38m sales tax settlement – but only if you used the app between specific dates
AMERICANS who used the Lyft app during a specific period could qualify for distributions from a recent settlement pot. The direct payment opportunity comes after a class action lawsuit was filed against the ride-share company by the New York State Attorney General (OAG). Lyft was accused in the suit of...
Zeldin predicts Trump will ask Netanyahu ‘what else’ can US do in meeting
Former New York Republican Rep. Lee Zeldin suggested that former President Donald Trump will discuss further U.S. support for Israel during his meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Netanyahu is set to meet with Trump on Friday, two days after addressing Congress on the war in Gaza. Zeldin, who is Jewish and a former […]
Developers, officials tour former Watertown prison
TOWN OF WATERTOWN, New York (WWNY) - Developers joined local officials at the former Watertown Correctional Facility on Thursday. A tour was held as the state requests proposals to turn the facility into housing. The news media were not allowed to enter the property. “They’re in tough shape and it’s...
New campaign to improve Philly children’s reading skills relies on time-tested song
Sign up for Chalkbeat Philadelphia’s free newsletter to keep up with the city’s public school system.Efforts to improve Philadelphia students’ reading skills aren’t confined to classrooms. One of the latest such campaigns to bolster literacy is Right2ReadPhilly — and it relies on a tool rooted in Black history.The campaign began in early June and is run by Mighty Engine, a local creative agency. The group is building access to reading resources and sign language for children as young as six months old. It works hand in hand with many other groups — including the city’s “reading captains” — that are...
Kiyan Anthony Includes Syracuse in Final Six Schools
Kiyan Anthony, a 2025 four-star recruit, included Syracuse as one of his final six schools that he’s considering. The son of Orange great Carmelo Anthony released the list on Thursday evening. Anthony is ranked as a consensus top-40 player in the class of 2025. The guard is considering Syracuse,...
What’s Happening over the Weekend? July 26-28
Here’s what is happening in the North Country over the Weekend… Friday, July 26 Event Where When Village Wide Yard Sale Adams Throughout the Day Christmas in July Henderson Harbor 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Farmers Market Canton 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Farmers Market Alexandria Bay 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Blood […]
American Red Cross offers summer tips to deal with ticks and mosquitoes
WATERTOWN, N.Y. (WWTI) – The American Red Cross is offering tips on how to deal with pesky insects this summer. The organization said is a greater chance of getting bitten by mosquitoes and ticks. According to the American Mosquito Control Association there are around 175 known species of mosquito in the U.S. This puts Americans at risk from […]
Flying is a passion for Boonville native Adina Papp
BOONVILLE — Aviation education is a passion for Adina (Szewczyk) Papp. Flying is in her DNA. She even met her pilot-husband while attending EAA AirVenture in Oshkosh. Adina grew up in Boonville, NY, spending time with family at the local grass strip. And four generations of pilots — from her grandfather, father, and herself, to her son and his wife — have flown their family-owned Piper PA-22 Tri-Pacer. The family fleet also includes a Piper PA-18 Super Cub, Piper J-3 Cub, Piper PA-11 Cub Special, and Aeronca Model 7AC Champ.
Philadelphia school district faces federal complaint over antisemitism
The Anti-Defamation League (ADL) filed a federal complaint on Tuesday addressed to the US Department of Education’s Office of Civil Rights under Title VI alleging that antisemitism is rampant in the Philadelphia school district. Title VI or the Civil Rights Act of 1964, prohibits discrimination based on shared ancestry and provides for safe learning environments.
Busy month coming up for agricultural museum
WATERTOWN, New York (WWNY) - The Stone Mills Agricultural Museum has a number of events coming up in August. Deb Galloway and Kathy Ashland appeared on 7 News at Noon on Thursday to talk about them. Watch their interview above. The first event is the 55th Annual Art and Craft...
JCC students invited to join esports team
WATERTOWN, New York (WWNY) - Full and part-time students at Jefferson Community College are invited to join the esports team. Esports coach Joey Wargo appeared on 7 News at Noon on Wednesday to talk about it. Watch his interview above. Esports is video gaming at a college athletic level. JCC’s...
Three men arrested after major contraband bust at Rome Dairy Market
ROME, N.Y. — Three men were arrested for selling unstamped/untaxed cigarettes at a convenience store in Rome. On Monday, the Rome Police Department Special Investigations Unit executed multiple search warrants at Rome Dairy Market LLC on North James Street. Over 250 cartons of Seneca and Newport cigarettes were seized...
Wistar Institute Launches Center Dedicated to HIV Cure Research
Thanks to a $24 million institutional investment from Wistar, The Wistar Institute is building a new HIV Cure and Viral Disease Center dedicated to HIV research, according to a news release. Philadelphia-based Wistar is one of the top independent nonprofit institutions researching HIV, cancer, immunology and other infectious diseases. Wistar...
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