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Were you affected by July's severe storms? You could get some money
New Yorkers affected by July's severe storms and resulting damage may be eligible for grant funding. Gov. Kathy Hochul announced Wednesday up to $11 million in emergency assistance for eligible homeowners and municipalities in seven counties impacted by the 22 tornadoes, severe thunderstorms and flooding that took place between July 10-16. “After extreme weather...
Governor Hochul Announces Completion of Emergency Access Gate in Orange County
Governor Hochul Announces Completion of Emergency Access Gate in Orange County. Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the completion of the emergency access gate along Interstate 84 at County Route 49 in the Town of Wawayanda, Orange County. In the aftermath of last September’s bus crash on I-84, Governor Hochul committed to working with federal, state and local authorities on the request for additional crash gates. This request was granted by the Federal Highway Administration earlier this year and the State Department of Transportation immediately began coordinating with the Town of Wawayanda to expedite construction on the crash gates. The new access gate provides direct access to Interstate 84 for local emergency service vehicles and first responders, facilitating a speedier response time and ensuring the fastest possible route to emergencies along the Interstate.
New York sees highest amount of Listeria cases amid Boar’s Head outbreak
NEW YORK (PIX11) — Twelve people in New York state and two people in New Jersey have contracted Listeria food poisoning amid an outbreak linked to Boar’s Head sliced deli meat, according to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention. The CDC mapped the ongoing Listeria outbreak but says those numbers could be higher because […]
“Coolest Thing Made in New York” contest to find best manufactured item
WATERTOWN, N.Y. (WWTI) – New York State residents are trying to decide what’s the best thing made in the Empire State. The “Coolest Thing Made in New York” contest is in now its second phase. The poll was started by the Business Council of New York State Inc. and is a statewide initiative aimed at spotlighting […]
NY Gaming Commission Suggests That Saratoga Should Have Synthetic Course
The New York Gaming Commission (NYGC) has released its 2023 report regarding the high rate of fatalities upstate last year. Between May 26, 2023 and September 4, 2023, there were 17 equine fatalities at Saratoga Race Course, which again put the track's Thoroughbred safety record under scrutiny. Several suggestions were...
The August 2024 WellNYS Challenge: De-stress your life
The Employee Assistance Program’s WellNYS Everyday site has published its Daily To-Do calendar for August 2024, which encourages employees to improve their personal wellness through de-stressing activities. The EAP offers different strategies, from positive self-talk to meditation, to help employees de-stress. More de-stress solutions can be found in a...
Business groups urge Hochul to order review of NY Climate Act
Albany, N.Y. — A coalition of more than 50 business, energy and labor organizations are calling on Gov. Kathy Hochul’s administration to conduct a comprehensive assessment of New York’s impending mandates under the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act, which are not on track to be met and could result in significant energy supply shortfalls and adverse impacts across numerous industries.
CDC: Mosquito Bites Just As Scary As Shark Bites In New York
According to top officials, you should be just as worried, if not more worried, about getting bit by a mosquito than a shark. Earlier this month, several beaches in New York were closed down because of sharks. Sharks Close Down Many Beaches In New York State. For example, a 7-foot-long...
Bear Terrifies Upstate New York Campers, Campers Ticketed
Upstate New York campers who called for help with a bear ended up getting caught doing something illegal. On Tuesday, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation released its "DEC Forest Rangers – Week in Review" report which highlights "Recent Statewide Forest Ranger Actions." Bear Encounter: Village of...
Massive Storms Coming to New York State
Storms are moving into New York State and they are going to be huge. A few storms could produce heavy rain. It has been pretty dry in New York State for the month of July, but August is going to be starting pretty wet. In Central New York there was...
Upstate NY insurance company in trouble, tells customers to find a new carrier
An Upstate New York-based insurance company appears to be going out of business as it urges customers to find a new carrier. “We regret to inform our agents and policyholders that our financial position has continued to deteriorate,” Adirondack Insurance Exchange said on its website. “We urge all current customers to begin working with their independent agent to secure new coverage with a rated carrier, immediately.”
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