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Elderly hiker lost in the dark rescued from ADK mountain
Around midnight on Aug. 20, a 74-year-old from Brookhaven got caught in the dark with a dying cell phone while hiking on St. Regis Mountain, a popular climb in the central Adirondacks. Using the last bit of battery power from his phone, which he was using to light his way...
Amazon says removal of gift cards from NY stores was a ‘test’
COLONIE — In early July, Amazon quietly pulled its popular gift cards from the shelves of New York retailers. The move was a bit of a surprise for shoppers at Capital Region grocery and drug stores where the cards were commonly sold along with other gift cards. People often purchase the cards as a convenient way to give a family member a quick birthday present or to thank someone.
NY will use Medicaid funding for housing, transportation and food
Queens residents receive food and other items from Food Bank For New York City at Elmhurst Hospital on September 16, 2021. Social factors like stable housing and food access weigh heavily on public health. A Biden administration waiver will allow the state to more thoroughly support them. [ more › ]
Record Mega Millions Jackpot In New York State
Tonight's Mega Millions drawing could end up being a record-breaking one in New York State. The current jackpot of $627 million would blow away the current record for the largest lottery jackpot ever won by a New York State resident. The current record was set in April 2023 when Johnny...
The FDA Pulls Cinnamon From Shelves Due To Lead Contamination
El Servidor Ground Cinnamon has been recalled due to potential lead contamination. This is the sixth cinnamon product to be recalled since the beginning of June this year, all for the same reason. The recall was initiated by the FDA on August 19th an...
ACC concert scheduled at West Martinsburg Church
LOWVILLE — The Adirondack Community Chorus, directed by Peg Nuspliger, will present a performance of gospel music and a hymn sing with the audience on Sunday, Sept. 8 from 2 to 3 p.m. at the West Martinsburg Methodist Church, 4824 West Martinsburg Road, Lowville. The church has stood since...
Housing, sidewalks and amenities among needs discussed at Boonville meeting
BOONVILLE — The Local Planning Committee for the village’s $4.5 million NY Forward project provided a brief public overview of its progress as part of the panel’s second public meeting, which took place on Thursday, Aug. 29, at the Municipal Commission building. The meeting consisted of brief...
Nine People Have Now Died From Boar's Head Listeria Outbreak
For those who may not know, there's an ongoing recall of Boar's Head products. Specifically, deli meat has been linked to a listeria outbreak (which I'll outline in a little bit). Unfortunately, according to the CDC, the death toll associated with the bacterial illness has only gone up. On August 8, the CDC relayed a total of 43 reported cases of listeria with three deaths.
Three displaced in Boonville mobile home fire
BOONVILLE — Three people have been displaced following a kitchen fire in a mobile home on Route 294 Thursday afternoon, according to the Boonville Fire Department. Fire Chief David Pritchard Jr. said the alarm was raised at 12:50 p.m. for a fire at 2867 Route 294. The chief said the three residents escaped without injury.
Insects Spreading Fatal Brain Swelling Virus In Upstate New York
Insects in at least 10 Upstate New York counties tested positive for a virus that kills about 33 percent of those infected and leaves others with mild to severe brain damage. The New York State Department of Health issued an advisory urging New Yorkers to take personal protective measures to avoid mosquito bites.
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