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NYSPHSAA Greenlights Freestyle Wrestling, Announces 2025 Championship
The New York State Public High School Athletic Association (NYSPHSAA) has officially transitioned girls' wrestling from folkstyle to freestyle and established it as a full state championship event. This decision, made during a recent Central Committee meeting, aligns girls' wrestling with the predominant competitive style for females, promoting equity in the sport. As girls' wrestling enters its third year, the shift aims to enhance training consistency, as athletes predominantly compete in freestyle outside of high school. The inaugural girls’ wrestling championship will take place on February 27, 2025, at MVP Arena in Albany, marking a significant milestone for the sport.
News Reporter In Western New York Had Her Baby
A local television station shared a big surprise on Wednesday morning in Western New York. You may have noticed that one of the local news reporters at WGRZ - Channel 2 hasn’t been reporting recently, but that’s because she has been preparing for a very important day!. Lauren...
NY’s Blue Ribbon Commission Graduation Measures get hyped at City & State’s 2024 Education in New York Summit
City & State’s 2024 Education in New York Summit welcomed State Department of Education Commissioner Betty Rosa as its opening keynote speaker Thursday before a packed crowd at the Museum of Jewish Heritage in Lower Manhattan Thursday. The event brought together industry executives, public sector leaders and academics to...
Jewish man in New York accused of harassing Muslim neighbor for months and trying to kill him
A Jewish man is charged with attempted murder and hate crimes in connection with a monthslong harassment and violence campaign against a neighbor who is Muslim, authorities said. Izak Kadosh, of Brooklyn, is charged with more than 40 counts, including second-degree attempted murder, second-degree attempted murder as a hate crime,...
Assemblyman Doug Smith’s Fundraiser at Irish Times Draws Over 100 Supporters
Assemblyman Doug Smith (R-Holbrook) hosted a successful fundraiser at Irish Times in Holbrook, drawing over one hundred supporters for his re-election campaign. The event, dubbed a “No Suits, No Speeches” Summer BBQ, provided a relaxed setting where friends, supporters, and community members could gather and show their support for Smith as he seeks another term in the New York State Assembly.
Anti-abortion organizations claim N.Y. attorney general is violating First Amendment over info on treatment
BUFFALO, N.Y. -- Options Care Center is a Jamestown-based pregnancy center that promotes alternatives to abortion and provides free services including pregnancy tests, parenting classes and material assistance. The organization used to provide literature regarding a progesterone treatment it suggested could reverse the effects of medication-based abortion. "We want to...
N.Y. has one of the best school systems in the U.S., new study finds
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Choosing the right school is the first step to secure a child’s academic success, but it may be difficult for parents to decide where to enroll their young student. WalletHub, a personal finance website, set out to determine the top-performing school systems in the...
Most Air Pollution Found In These Parts Of New York
Higher levels of air pollution are found in these areas of your hometown in New York. The New York State DEC released the results from the first phase of the State’s "historic effort" to monitor air quality. DEC Releases First Phase Results of Statewide Community Air Monitoring Initiative. The...
Governor Hochul appoints three justices to Appellate Division, Second Department
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced on Wednesday the appointment of three justices to the New York State Appellate Division, Second Judicial Department, which is located in Brooklyn Heights. The appointments include Hon. Donna-Marie Golia, Hon. Phillip Hom, and Hon. James McCormack. “Our courts must be led by qualified, fair and impartial...
New York Resident Embroiled in Wrongful Death Lawsuit with Disney World
A legal battle is raging on between a New York man and the Walt Disney Corporation. The man, Jeffrey Piccolo of Rocky Point, NY, has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against Disney. Tragically, Piccolo lost his wife, Dr. Kanokporn Tangsuan, in 2023 while at Disney World in Florida. Florida Gov....
NYRA to Honor Fallen NY Army National Guard Soldiers
SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. – The New York Racing Association, Inc. (NYRA) will pay special tribute on Military Appreciation Day to three New York Army National Guard soldiers from the Capital Region whose helicopter crashed earlier this year, killing two and seriously injuring the third. The tragic accident also claimed the life of a Border Patrol agent from Texas.
North Country airports receive funding for upgrades
PLATTSBURGH, N.Y. — New York Senators Chuck Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand announced that six North Country airports, including Plattsburgh International and Adirondack Regional, will receive part of $5 million for upgrades. Plattsburgh International will use the funds for aircraft rescue equipment and vehicles, while Adirondack Regional in Saranac Lake...
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