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“Big Money” Winning Mega Millions Tickets Sold In New York
It was a lucky night for two Mega Millions lottery players in New York. The New York State Lottery announced that two "Big Money" winning tickets from last night's Mega Millions drawing were sold in New York. READ MORE: CHECK OUT THE LARGEST LOTTERY JACKPOTS EVER WON IN NEW YORK...
Company news: Chris Cochran promoted by Tops Friendly Markets
Tops Friendly Markets, a full-service grocery retailer in New York, northern Pennsylvania, and Vermont, announced the promotion of Chris Cochran to store manager at the Sandy Creek Tops store. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may receive compensation. By...
Sibling Success: Clarke Duo Dominates NYS Mixed Team Amateur Championship
(WNY News Now) – Stafford, N.Y. – Evan and Audrey Clarke triumphed at the 11th NYS Mixed Team Amateur Championship, achieving a stellar seven-under-par at Stafford Country Club. The brother-sister pair combined for seven birdies and an eagle, finishing five strokes ahead of the competition. The brother-sister duo...
Draft for town’s future defines both challenges and opportunities
GUILDERLAND — After initially claiming it was under no obligation to disclose the document publicly, the town of Guilderland recently released the draft update to its two-decade-old comprehensive plan. A committee has worked for nearly two years with a consultant to draft the update, which the town supervisor hopes...
Clover Pond Vineyard wins 11 medals at New York Wine Classic
GUILDERLAND — Less than a decade after starting their vineyard, Joyce and James Besha have won 11 medals at the 38th Annual New York Wine Classic competition. The annual competition, organized by the New York Wine and Grape Foundation, is independently judged by the Beverage Testing Institute. “We work...
GPD: Burglary/grand larceny at Lola Saratoga
GUILDERLAND — Three men smashed the front window of an upscale boutique in Stuyvesant Plaza at about 12:43 a.m. on Tuesday, stealing merchandise, according to a release from Guilderland Police. Lola Saratoga, according to its website is “a destination for luxury accessories offering authenticated designer handbags from Louis Vuitton,...
Evan Drew Resigns Women’s Golf Post
LOUDONVILLE, NY – Evan Drew, who spent the past season serving as the head coach of the Siena Women's Golf program, has announced his resignation. Drew has accepted a position as an assistant coach on the women's golf staff at the United States Naval Academy. "I'd like to thank John D'Argenio for the opportunity to serve as the head coach of the Siena Women's Golf program," said Drew. "I look forward to seeing the growth of the program in the coming years. There is a lot of talent on the roster, and the future is bright." Drew led the Saints...
Scribner’s Catskill Lodge Announces Exciting Culinary Updates
In Hunter, Scribner’s Catskill Lodge welcomes a new chef and burger residency at Prospect, its onsite restaurant. Where there are mountains, there are lodges, but Scribner’s Catskill Lodge seeks to reinterpret the classic ski-centered resort. Built in 1996 and reopened in 2016 with a new perspective on hospitality, Scribner’s is Hunter’s premier 38-room mountain lodge. From winter activities like nearby skiing and onsite ice skating to summer fun like lounging by the pool and fireside evenings, the Catskills destination has something for everyone, especially on the culinary front.
‘When I realized this wasn’t actors or bad AI’: You haven’t been truly scarred until you’ve seen Donald Trump motorboat Rudy Giuliani ⏤ in drag
From Kamala Harris’ viral “coconut tree” meme to online renderings of Republicans as has-been musicians, social media is quickly becoming a valuable battleground for this year’s already chaotic presidential race. Most recently, social media platform TikTok has been responsible for resurfacing a video in which Rudy...
GOOD NEWS!: Community garden seeks to relieve food insecurity
COEYMANS HOLLOW — Combining the great outdoors with the prospect of fresh food and a love of community — how can you go wrong?. The Community Gardens at Trinity are open for their inaugural season and everyone is welcome to come and partake. “In our community garden, anyone...
Amid Westerlo drama, a young business-owner stands by
WESTERLO — With a $100 powder-coating gun, hand-me-down air compressor, and a toaster oven, Greenville resident Rebecca Haaland started Boosted Coatings in her apartment when she was just 19 years old. Five years later, Haaland’s operation has grown to two locations: one in Norton Hill, and the other in...
First responders honored at Saratoga Race Course
First responders were recognized during the third race at Saratoga Race Course on Thursday afternoon. Police officers, firefighters, paramedics and EMTs all had free admission to the race course as part of the annual First Responders Day. They were celebrated for their dedication and service to the community. There was...
Saratoga Jockey Karaoke Returns July 28
Get ready for a night of music, laughter, and unforgettable performances as the 12th Annual Riders Up! jockey karaoke contest, benefiting the Permanently Disabled Jockeys Fund (PDJF), returns to Saratoga Springs. This one-of-a-kind event, now one of the most highly anticipated evenings on the Saratoga race meet's social calendar, will take place on Sunday, July 28th at Vapor Night Club.
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