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Nuclear options for NY's power supply issues, vaccinations and school records, local love
Good morning ☀️ It’s Friday, so I’m highlighting some local love and Finger Lakes moments sent in by readers later on in this newsletter. If you have any Finger Lakes moments you’d like to share, send your best photos and a short passage to JMack@gannett.com so you can help spread the love to other...
Dutchess County Fair Introduces a New Innovative Virtual Reality Attraction
The Dutchess County Fair is giving guests the opportunity to experience farming in a whole new way. While many of us see the Dutchess County Fair as an opportunity to ride rides, enjoy delicious food and have fun with our family and friends, there is a deeper meaning behind it.
Governor Hochul Announces Completion of Construction on the Newly Renovated St. John’s University Health Center
Governor Kathy Hochul today announced completion of construction on the newly renovated St. John’s University Health Sciences Center and basketball facility that will enhance the Queens community and provide exceptional opportunities for students’ educational experience. “With continued investments in New York’s colleges and universities, we’re helping our premier...
K Rey, Alessandra and Tyler Epps
Happy Thursday, friends! Today on La Voz with Mariel Fiori is a day of entertainment. I gave you ideas for the weekend. The artist and independent curator Elisa Pritzker introduced us to the Mexican-American artist K Rey, in her column The Corner of the Arts. Alessandra González invited us to...
30 Years Ago: Collective Soul “Shine” At The Chance
The band had just performed a memorable set at Woodstock '94 in Saugerties and was touring in support of their debut album. Formed in 1992 in Stockbridge, Georgia, the Collective Soul's original lineup consisted of the brothers brothers Ed (lead vocalist) and Dean Roland (rhythm guitarist), bassist David Neal, guitarist Ross Childress and drummer Shane Evans.
Exciting 50 Foot Rescue by Two Hudson Valley Fire Departments
We are very lucky in the Hudson Valley to have people we can count on during a time of emergency. Our region is full of talented men and women who give time and energy to help others. This was on display again on Monday night. On Monday evening the Plattekill...
Thursday, August 15 Free STD Screening at the HV LGBTQ Center
HIV and STD screenings will be conducted. Registration and appointments are preferred, walk-ins are accepted. Masks are required to attend. Screening is free. Today Thursday, August 15 from 1 to 7 p.m. on the second floor of the Wellness Institute at the Hudson Valley LGBTQ Community Center, 300 Wall Street in Kingston.
Local Fire Departments Stomp Out Black Rock Forest Fire
The Black Rock Forest in Cornwall New York is extremely relieved and grateful after a destructive fire burned through its maintenance garage on Wednesday. In a press release issued today staff at Black Rock shared how thankful they were that local fire departments responding where able to contain the fire to the garage.
Event Spotlight: Butterflies & Blooms Festival
Enjoy an afternoon of summer fun on the farm, celebrating the beauty and ecology of our local pollinators!. 4-6 pm: Bounce along in the Butterfly Wagon as you pass the field and forest. 4-7:30 pm: Free butterfly-themed activities, crafts, and games, and bring cash (preferred) or credit card for face...
Season's First Positive Human West Nile Virus Cases Confirmed In Mount Vernon, New Rochelle
A New Rochelle resident and Mount Vernon resident both tested positive for the virus, making them the first confirmed human cases in the county this year, Westchester health officials announced on Thursday, Aug. 15. According to Westchester Health Commissioner Sherlita Amler, the confirmation came a little sooner than expected. "These...
Catskill High principal to take new role as Coxsackie-Athens district's IT director
CATSKILL, N.Y. (WRGB) — The principal of Catskill High School is announced on Friday, Aug. 16, 2024, to be the newDirector of Innovation and Technology at Coxsackie-Athens Central School District. Coxsackie-Athens Schools announced on Friday that Junait Shah,Principal of Catskill High School, will oversee the Coxsackie-Athens district’s information technology...
Syracuse sees 5,100 private sector jobs added in July
Syracuse added 5,100 private sector jobs in July compared to the same month last year, according to the New York Department of Labor. This represents a 2% increase, among the strongest growth rates in Upstate New York. Statewide, nearly 11,000 private sector jobs were added in July, with the largest...
Newark students can get free school supplies and books at back-to-school giveaways this month
Sign up for Chalkbeat Newark’s free newsletter to keep up with the city’s public school system.The end of summer means thousands of Newark students are getting ready to head back to school.The return to classes also means students need supplies such as pencils, notebooks, and backpacks. But paying for new school supplies can have a significant financial impact on some families. This year, the National Retail Federation estimates that parents of children in elementary through high school plan to spend an average of $874 on clothes, shoes, and other supplies.To help offset some of those back-to-school costs, local groups in...
Patchogue native elected president of New York’s Firefighters Assoc.
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