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Fire Ruled Arson At Legendary New York Bar
New Yorkers have spent much of this summer enjoying the warm weather, as days have been filled with excitement and fun. However, that doesn't apply to everyone, as several hundred people showed public emotion as one of New York State's most legendary bars went up in flames a few weeks ago.
Disgraced Former Rep. George Santos’ Fraud Trial Set To Begin As Side Hustle Selling Drag Videos On Cameo Takes Off
The upcoming fraud trial of former Rep. George Santos (R-New York) is set to proceed with heightened security and scrutiny. A federal judge on Tuesday ruled that jurors’ identities will remain confidential during the trial, which is scheduled to commence on Sept. 9. Given the high-profile nature of the case, this measure is aimed at protecting jurors from external pressures.
An attorney bought HarrisWalz.com for $10 in 2020. He just sold it for $15,000.
New York trademark attorney Jeremy Green Eche is a Kamala Harris supporter who hopes the current Vice President is successful in her bid for the White House this year. But that's not why he bought a number of web domains with her name in them back in 2020. In his spare time, Eche snaps up unclaimed domain names for under $10 in hopes of eventually selling them for a hefty profit. Also called domain investing, the pastime has paid off for him over the years. "I buy domain names that consist of combinations of two last names that I hope will end...
Delaware County Fair Kicks Off 137th Year
Over in Delaware County this week, the Delaware County Fair is underway in the village of Walton and will be bringing in thousands to the community and introducing some new attractions at the fair this year. The fair is in its 137th year and is expanding the grounds adding a...
Lynyrd Skynyrd Hosting Signing Event at Hudson Valley Liquor Store
Meet band members Johnny Van Zant and Rickey Medlocke at Hell House Whiskey bottle signing ahead of Bethel Woods concert. As Lynyrd Skynrd are out on the road with ZZ Top on the Sharp Dressed Simple Man Tour and prepare for the WPDH Summer Concert this Friday night at Bethel Woods, band members Johnny Van Zant and Rickey Medlocke are keeping busy with another project involving their own whiskey and bottle signings in between shows.
Rebuilding Together offers free home repairs; applications open to Sept. 30
MILLERTON — Rebuilding Together, a national nonprofit that repairs homes of people in need, is accepting applications for free home repairs through Sept. 30. Homeowners in Dutchess and Ulster County have the opportunity to apply to receive home repairs for 2025 through the Rebuilding Day Program. “Last year alone,...
Iconic Rochester pizzeria reopening again — this time in the suburbs
After a recent and brief run on Mt. Hope Avenue, an iconic Rochester pizzeria is headed for the suburbs. Bay & Goodman Pizza, which started with a location at the city intersection it is named for, will open at 6548 Anthony Drive in Victor on Tuesday, Aug. 20. At least, that is the hope. ...
"More and More People are Seeing the Value of a Binghamton Education": BU Gets Ready for the Start of its 78th Academic Year
Over 18,600 students are returning to Binghamton University this Friday for the 2024-25 school year, marking the start of the 78th academic year for the SUNY. "The Binghamton reputation is really gaining momentum outside of New York, even outside of the United States at this point," Senior Director of Media and Public Relations for Binghamton University Ryan Yarosh said.
Upper Unadilla Valley Association calls for local artists
WEST WINFIELD — Upper Unadilla Valley artists will have an opportunity to display and sell their work at Art in the Park, an event being hosted by the Upper Unadilla Valley Association from 1 to 4 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 8, in the enclosed pavilion at the Town of Winfield Park.
“Psychic Detective” Phil Jordan Returns to Binghamton Radio
A Tioga County man who hosted a popular weekly radio show decades ago was back in a Binghamton studio to discuss his psychic abilities. Phil Jordan, who lives in Candor, returned to WNBF Radio on Wednesday to talk about his life and some of the unusual situations he's dealt with over the years.
Binghamton Deli to Hold “Grand Opening” at Former Subway Shop
A vacant building on Binghamton's South Side has been transformed into a convenience store and deli. The Stop N Shop Deli at the corner of Conklin Avenue and Tompkins Street is located where a Subway sandwich shop had operated for several years. The restaurant closed suddenly in 2021. Zead Ghanem...
PETA Opposes New York’s Binghamton University Mascot Decision
On Monday, August 12, 2024, People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) officially took a stand against the recent decision made by Binghamton University to use a 5-month-old binturong named Bing as a mascot for the school's sports teams. PETA says that the decision by the University has raised...
Popular Chain Restaurant Closing Only Location In New York State
Another restaurant chain confirmed massive closures, including leaving the Empire State. The owners of the Italian restaurant chain Buca di Beppo filed for Chapter 11 protection this week. Buca di Beppo Files For Bankruptcy. The restaurant chain specializing in Italian-American food is now based in Orlando, Florida. The name loosely...
Here We Go Again: Canadian Wildfire Smoke Returns to Upstate New York
The entirety of New York State is under an air quality alert due to smoke billowing in from the raging Canadian wildfires. Summer 2023 was memorable because of one thing: the Canadian Wildfires. The thick, pungent smoke painted the skies gold and partially obscured the sun. Not only did the smoke make it look slightly apocalyptic outside, it also made it reek of campfire.
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