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Big Fish Summer – Aaron Folkers’ double croaker day in North Carolina
OUTER BANKS, N.C. (WETM) – It’s time for the next Big Fish Summer photo. Congratulations to Athens native Aaron Folkers, who hauled in 2 croakers at once, while fishing in Outer Banks, North Carolina. Big Fish Summer is sponsored by Valley Wholesale Bait and Tackle in Beaver Dams. If you’d like to submit a big […]
Repairs to address Mario M. Cuomo Bridge safety concerns could cost millions
Just six years after the Mario M. Cuomo Bridge opened between Rockland and Westchester counties, issues with the cables that hold up the nearly $4 billion bridge are causing safety concerns that could cost millions to fix, but who is going to foot that bill?The New York State Thruway Authority wants to make it painfully clear that there's nothing wrong with the cables holding up the Mario Cuomo Tappan Zee Bridge."There's no safety issue here, no need for the public to be concerned," said New York State Thruway Authority Executive Director Frank Hoare. "The bridge is safe, it's strong."There is...
New York State Fair using reverse ATMs
GEDDES, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — We’ve got an important reminder for fairgoers…it’s cashless. That includes parking. The cash flow at the fair is low and now you know. “We have our reverse ATMS here at the main gate. We have two of them. What people can do is with the minimum of $10 cash, they can put their money in,” said Julie LaFave, New York State Fair Director.
This year’s Chad Malarchuk Scholarship Tournament
This Thursday, August 29th, starting at 9am, the Hillsdale Fire Company and Copake Country Club will be hosting the Chad Malarchuk Scholarship Tournament 2024. The tournament’s chicken BBQ, offering half chicken meals with all the fixings, will be held the same day, with takeout starting at 3pm. Each year...
Judge declines to order New York to include ‘abortion’ in description of ballot measure
ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) — A New York judge said Friday he won’t force state election officials to tell voters that a proposed antidiscrimination amendment to the state’s constitution would protect abortion rights, dealing a blow to Democrats who pushed for the change. The decision from Judge David A. Weinstein came in a lawsuit over the language that voters will see on ballots this November explaining what the proposed Equal Rights Amendment would do if passed. Democrats wanted the state Board of Elections to include the words “ abortion ” and “LGBT,” arguing that they would make the amendment’s purpose clearer to voters. Supporters of the measure said it would protect abortion access by expanding the state’s antidiscrimination protections. But Weinstein said he was reluctant to declare that the amendment would protect abortion rights.
Cuomo Bridge builders fire back, defend work and accuse Thruway of refusing to pay debt
The New York State Thruway Authority would rather throw money at lawyers than pay its debts, the consortium that built the Governor Mario M. Cuomo Bridge charged today. The day after the Thruway Authority sued Tappan Zee Constructors for breach of contract, claiming parts on the Westchester-to-Rockland span need to be retrofitted, the...
Tiny House Auction Raises $60K For New York College
Columbia-Greene Community College (C-GCC) is proud to announce the successful conclusion of its second annual Bid and Build Tiny House Auction, where two beautifully handcrafted tiny homes were sold for a combined total of $59,000. The auction, which took place online July 31, 2024, drew significant interest from a wide range of bidders and culminated in a thrilling bidding war.
Shooting in Adams sends one to the hospital
ADAMS, Mass. (WRGB) — One person is recovering following a shooting in Adams, Mass. Saturday morning. According to theBerkshire District Attorney’s Office, at about 7 a.m., a shooting occurred involving two individuals who were known to one another. One party was shot and treated at the hospital for non life threatening injuries.
The Barber Lounge in Albany hosting back-to-school event Sunday afternoon
A back-to-school event is being held Sunday afternoon in Albany to help kids get ready to return to the classroom. The Barber Lounge is providing local kids with free haircuts. The event will also provide other resources to families, such as free meals, face painting and donated backpacks with school...
REVIEW: Dweezil Zappa brings ‘Rox(Postroph)y tour to Albany’s Palace Theatre
Dweezil Zappa brought his “Rox(Postroph)y Return of the Son of …” tour to the Capital Region Friday night with an expansive and mind boggling performance at Albany’s Palace Theatre. To explain that rather strange tour title, this is a celebration of the 50th anniversary of two...
Report: Former CEO charged in fraud could face $200M in legal claims
Former Albany CEO could face more than $200 million in legal claims. A former CEO of a financial company could be facing more than $200 million in legal claims from former clients and creditors. Kris Roglieri had served as CEO of Prime Capital Ventures. He was arrested in May and...
Town officials unsatisfied with Catskill woman's changes to her pollinator-friendly yard
CATSKILL, N.Y. (WRGB) — A Catskill woman is in a growing dispute with town officials over her lawn. Jenae DiNapoli has transformed her lawn into an oasis of native plants and haven for pollinators, but for months, Catskill town officials have been trying to get her to cut it, citing it violates town codes.
Dalton Police Station and Hall Maintenance Update
DALTON, Mass. — The asbestos in the police station bathroom next to dispatch has been abated. Building and Grounds Superintendent Jeff Burch updated the board during the Select Board meeting on Monday on the work being done to improve the conditions of the Town Hall basement where the police station is located.
Pittsfield native honored for military service after his death
PITTSFIELD, Mass. (WGGB/WSHM) - Governor Healey ordered that our nation’s flag and the commonwealth of Massachusetts’s flag be lowered to half-staff at all state buildings until sunset to honor one of our state’s heroes. Specialist Xavier M. Powell, Massachusetts Army National Guard of Pittsfield died on August...
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