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Upgraded Rest Stop Opens on New York State Thruway
The New York State Thruway Authority is celebrating this week as one of the most traveled roads in New York become a little more "convenient" for Hudson Valley drivers. If you've ever found yourself driving on the New York State Thruway you know that every 50 miles or so there are service areas that drivers can use to fuel up, stretch their legs, use the restroom, and or get something to eat. The New York State Thruway Authority (NYSTA) currently has 27 service areas along the 500+ miles of controlled-access toll roads.
Massive Text Scam Threatens New York State Drivers
As the summer rolls on, and the road trips and vacations continue, there are some criminals at work here in New York State. There is a new warning about a scam that as been circulating that may cost you big money if you are caught off guard. With the Independence...
Amazon Gift Cards Pulled From Stores in New York
Have you tried to buy an Amazon gift card in New York recently, but couldn't find one? You aren't the only one as it appears that Amazon gift cards are no longer available in stores across New York State. Amazon Gift Cards Pulled from Stores in New York. If you...
New Civic Engagement Opportunities for SUNY Students
SUNY Students Encouraged To Apply Here for 500 Paid Civic and Service Internships. In a move to foster civic responsibility and community service among its student body, SUNY is launching the Empire State Service Corps Program. This initiative, led by Lieutenant Governor Antonio Delgado, expands paid civic and service opportunities for SUNY students.
Chemung County seeks Big Tree Registry submissions
CHEMUNG COUNTY, N.Y. (WETM) — Have you seen a really big tree in Chemung County? If so, the county wants to hear about it. The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) maintains the New York State Big Tree Register, a list of some of the biggest trees in the state, and Chemung County […]
Parents In New York Urged To Avoid Buying These Swimsuits
With warmer weather during the summer, many kids in New York will look to stay cool by taking a dip in a pool, lake, or pond. Experts are urging parents this year to avoid buying certain colored swimsuits because they make it harder to see kids underwater. A company called...
Miss New York 2024: Young woman crowned as Staten Island delegates make their mark at state competition (Photos)
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Staten Islanders undoubtedly left an indelible mark on the stage of the Miss New York Scholarship Pageant on Saturday at the Paramount Hudson Valley Theater in Upstate Peekskill, where they competed for crowns and gowns during the highly anticipated annual event. Local delegates competing for...
Millwright union looks for apprentices in Southern Tier
SOUTHERN TIER, N.Y. (WETM) — Southern Tier residents who are interested in starting a career in a trade have the opportunity to apply for open millwright apprentice positions. The Eastern Millwright Regional Council is looking for a total of 15 apprentices from several recruitment regions (including the Southern Tier). Those interested in joining this machinery-related […]
Advocates hope trial forces Lyft to provide more wheelchair-accessible vehicles for riders
Expanding the availability of wheelchair-accessible vehicles from Lyft in Westchester, New York state and throughout the country is the goal of advocates for the disabled when a first of its kind class-action lawsuit goes to trial Monday in federal court in White Plains. The lawsuit contends that Lyft's treatment of people who require...
Trailblazer: Keon Coleman prepared to make Bills numerical history
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. — Nyheim Hines was supposed to be the first Bills player to the No. 0 on the field. That was before he suffered a serious knee injury last July while on stationary Jet Ski when he was struck by someone else on another Jet Ski. The injury required surgery, and he never played another down for the Bills.
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