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Mountain Lion Reportedly Dangerously Close To Upstate New York
A number of reported mountain lions have been spotted just outside the Hudson Valley. The wild animal was reported in New Jersey, in a county that borders Orange County. Mountain Lion Reported Near Orange County, New York. A mountain lion was reportedly seen in Sussex County, New Jersey. A listener...
New York State ‘Tourist Trap’ Found To Be Crawling With Bed Bugs
Many New York State residents and out-of-towners are expected to flock to this destination that's crawling with bed bugs. AAA projects over 70 million people will travel 50 miles or more for the July 4th holiday. That number sets a new record. Officials also say one location in New York...
New York State’s “Over 8″ Law Is In Effect
As we begin July, and get ready for the Independence Day holiday, people across New York State are planning their weekend fun! However, before you hit the road, there is one law that you need to be aware of and follow. By all accounts, this should be the busiest Independence...
Making A Move? This Is Illegal In New York State
It is shocking that people still attempt to pull this move in a bar or a roller rink, but some people surprisingly think that they will find success with this stunt. Newsflash: It’s 2024, and we’re tired of it. For some reason, there are people who think that...
New law changing teacher evaluations in New York State
ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10)—In New York State, student test scores were mandated to be used in annual teacher evaluations. A new law signed by Governor Hochul on Friday is changing that. “No longer will they be required to use student test scores or student performance measures in the evaluation of teachers,” explained Melinda Person, President of […]
Gates Chili School District tests electric buses as New York pushes for diesel phase-out by 2035
ALBANY, N.Y. — New York State is pushing school districts to get moving on the switch to electric buses. They must stop buying diesel buses by 2027 and stop using diesel buses by 2035. But as News10NBC Investigative Reporter Jennifer Lewke shows us, those are lofty goals considering most...
3 Of The Oldest Prisons In America Are In The New York Area
Three of the oldest prisons in the United States of America are located in the New York area. I'm not sure if that's brag-worthy, but let's dive in. In New York State, there are 44 prisons, with 15 classified as maximum security. As of the June 2024 Monthly Report, the New York State Department of Corrections and Community Supervision (DOCCS) houses,
Want to live off the grid? Head to these NY counties
Mountainous regions in New York just may be the perfect places for those looking to embrace an off-grid lifestyle. A recent study released by BusinessElectric.com includes three New York counties located in the Adirondacks and Catskills as some of the best locations to live off-grid in the U.S. ...
The Smallest, Tiny, Itty Bitty Counties in New York State. WOW!!
There are 62 counties in New York State. The largest ones, of course, can be found in New York City and Long Island. There it is common to find millions of people living in a single county. Not so much in Upstate New York, though. Here is a list of...
New York State Says NO To Gas Powered Mowers, Blowers
As July begins, summer in New York State is well underway and the grass and weeds are growing. A blast of heavy rain to start the weekend, followed by a sunny and warm week, is going to keep landscapers and homeowners busy. But in various parks and public places across...
Car Accident Deaths Skyrocket In New York, Most Deadly Regions
A new report shows motor vehicle deaths in New York are up to the highest level in a decade. New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli released the report that should cause all New York drivers to take extra caution on the road. Motor Vehicle Fatalities Skyrocket In New York...
NYS Fair adds 35th concert to 2024’s free music lineup
The New York State Fair is getting closer to revealing its full entertainment lineup for 2024. The Cleverlys, a comedic music group featuring Digger Cleverly and his family, will perform at the NYS Fair’s Chevy Court stage on Aug. 30 at 1 p.m. The show is free with admission to the Fair.
New York project will renew 60 miles of pavement
The New York Department of Transportation recently began a two-year, $18.3 million project to renew 60 lane miles of pavement in Nassau and Suffolk counties. The project will enhance public safety by improving driving conditions. Work includes replacing the existing road surfaces with two inches of new asphalt, and applying lane markings and crosswalks with […] The post New York project will renew 60 miles of pavement appeared first on Transportation Today.
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