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Empire State Child Tax Credit: NY families to receive new payment
ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) — Millions of dollars were allocated in the state budget to help moderate- and low-income families. “Meaning 1 million New York families with children will be receiving a check in the mail by the end of August,” said Gov. Kathy Hochul announced Tuesday. Through the Empire State Child Tax Credit, families can […]
Health Officials Urge New York Residents: ‘Thoroughly’ Clean Fridge
Life-threatening recalls are forcing health officials to recommend New Yorkers "clean refrigerators thoroughly." The suggestion from the FSIS comes after a listeria outbreak linked to meat and veggies sold in New York State. Vegetables, Produce Recalled In New York. Three food retailers are issuing a major recall on vegetables and...
NY weather: Thunderstorms with marble-sized hail to hit Oswego County Tuesday
The National Weather Service issued a report at 4:27 p.m. on Tuesday for strong thunderstorms until 5:15 p.m. for Oswego County. Look for marble-sized hail (0.5 inches) and wind gusts of up to 50 mph. "At 4:27 p.m., Doppler radar tracked a cluster of strong thunderstorms near Central Square, or...
New York Scammers Trying To Take Your Money As Your Kid Plays
New York State officials say all need to take these steps to protect their personal and financial data. The New York Department of State’s Division of Consumer Protection is issuing a warning to Empire State residents about risks associated with online gaming. Officials note that as online gaming and...
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...
WNY firms earn New York Power Authority awards, create more jobs
ALBANY, N.Y. — New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced Tuesday new economic development awards across the state. Twenty two firms, including three in Western New York, will spur more than $200 million in capital investments and support 1664 jobs. “These economic development awards stimulate New York’s economy by supporting...
49 Winchester Add New Stops to Fall Album Release Tour
Ahead of their anticipated sophomore release with New West Records this Friday, 49 Winchester has announced an expanded fall tour with eight additional stops in Mississippi, Louisiana, Connecticut, New York, and more. Award-winning Canadian songwriter Corb Lund will join the group for five performances, beginning in New Orleans, LA, and...
Wildfire Smoke In New York May Be More ‘Explosive’ This Summer
Do you remember last summer walking outside and smelling smoke, along with yellow-tinted skies? Well, officials say wildfire smoke in New York might be "more explosive" this summer. New York officials are warning of wildfire smoke moving into the area. Western Wildfire Smoke Reaches New York State. Over the weekend...
Cash4Life game: Lucky player wins $1,000 weekly in N.Y. Lottery
A fortunate individual from New York state has won a prize of $1,000 every week for life by purchasing a second-prize Cash4Life ticket. A lucky person from New York state won a guaranteed minimum of $1 million in the Cash4Life drawing on Sunday, July 28. The New York Lottery revealed that the winning ticket was purchased at Smokes 4 Less, which is situated at 59 North Plank Rd. in Newburgh.
Commission on reparations remedies to hold first public meeting in Albany
ALBANY, N.Y. (WRGB) — A group tasked with examining the legacy and lasting impacts of slavery and discrimination against the Black community in New York is set to hold its first public meeting Tuesday in Albany. The New York State Community Commission on Reparations Remedies was formed in Dec....
New York state provides Cornell lab $19.5M to control avian flu in dairy industry
While there are no confirmed cases of avian flu among New York’s dairy cattle, researchers at Cornell University will utilize state funds on the frontlines to help fight the outbreak. New York legislators gave $19.5 million on Monday to expand the Animal Health Diagnostic Center at Cornell University, just...
Raymond Corporation among those competing for title of "Coolest Thing Made in New York"
For the next two months businesses from all across New York state are competing to see who makes the coolest thing, and there are several contenders for the crown in our region. One of the applicants selected for voting is the Raymond Corporation, an industry-leading forklift manufacturer, based in Greene.
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