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Stray shower or storm possible in the Tri-State Area this weekend
Saturday night forecastDespite extra clouds Saturday, it was still comfortable with relatively lower levels of humidity in place.Saturday night, a few showers are possible. Lows will range from the low 70s in the city to the low and mid 60s throughout the suburbs.Sunday forecastSunday looks to be a brighter, warmer, and more humid day, as highs reach into the upper 80s and even some low 90s in portions of New Jersey.A stray shower or storm is possible as well.Next weekA return to higher humidity levels looks to continue through next week along with the chance of thunderstorms.
Wanted New York State Man Arrested After Falling Through Ceiling
A man in New York state, who was wanted by police on three felonies, had thought he had found the perfect hiding spot from authorities. He thought wrong. Thing is, police didn't even have to try very hard to bust his cover either. The suspect basically gave himself up to police on his own.
New York state civil service: These applications are open through August
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — The New York State Department of Civil Service (DCS) has released its July through August application schedule for New York’s entry-level civil service exams. The open-competitive exams are an opportunity to start a career with New York state. These tests are open to anyone...
Princess Diana Agreed to a Meeting with John F. Kennedy Jr. Because Sister-in-Law Sarah Ferguson “Had the Hots for Him” and Diana Wanted To “Do One Up on Her”
For their 1995 meetup at the Carlyle Hotel in New York City, “Diana wanted it to be discreet because it had all the makings of a great gossip story.”
Rome's World Series of Bocce Brings Positive Energy to a City in Need
ROME, N.Y. -- There has been much uncertainty in the City of Rome these past few days after a tornado ripped through the area. However, one thing that will remain is the World Series of Bocce. After an executive meeting earlier this week, it was decided that the event would...
Little League NYS 12s Baseball Tournament 2024: South Shore ‘can go all the way’, but Staten Islanders have tough road
Death. Taxes. South Shore in the New York State Tournament. For the fourth straight year, the boys from Tottenville will represent the borough in the Little League 12-year-old All-Star baseball tourney at the state level, which will be held right here on Staten Island. South Shore has already garnered the District 24 and Section 3 South titles along the way and will go against the other seven sectional champs from around the state beginning next week.
WNY Experiencing Warmest Start to Year on Record
Most of Western New York is off to its warmest start to a year on record. That's according to the National Weather Service in Buffalo, based on readings from several of its climate stations as of Thursday, including the Dunkirk Airport. Meteorologist Kirk Apffel says what's notable is that five of the first six months of the year have been among the top 10 warmest on record at the Buffalo Airport...
CCIDA is Western New York's Top Economic Development Agency for 2023
The County of Chautauqua Industrial Development Agency was the top ranking economic development agency in Western New York State for 2023. That’s according to Buffalo Business First, which provided a list of the region’s top economic development agencies in its July 12, 2024 issue. According to Business First, it’s the first time the CCIDA has landed in the No. 1 spot (out of seven) on the publication’s ranking of the economic development agencies in Buffalo and Western New York.
NOAA Says New York State Will Stay Very Warm Well Into the Fall
While the brutal heatwave finally broke across New York state this week, meteorologists say the much warmer than average weather isn't going to stay away. Could summer-like temperatures last well into the fall across New York and the Northeast?. So far this year, Extreme Weather Watch says that it has...
Heddy’s Haven ribbon-cutting at Boonville Fair
BOONVILLE — On Monday, July 8, a ribbon-cutting was held at the Boonville-Oneida County Fair for Heddy’s Haven, a sensory retreat for those who may have a sensory processing disorder or for those that get overstimulated. Sensory processing disorder is a condition that affects how your brain processes sensory information. This usually means you are overly sensitive to things you smell, touch, hear, and taste. The haven is named after the late Heather “Heddy” Hutchinson, who participated in many Boonville Autism walks over the years.
North Country Thunderbirds dominate in first Empire Baseball League round robin playoff game
TUPPER LAKE, N.Y. — The North Country Thunderbirds opened their Empire Baseball League round robin play with a statement. The Thunderbirds proved why they finished as the no. 1 seed in the EBL regular season, securing a 14-5 win on the road against the Tupper Lake Riverpigs. The Riverpigs,...
Gov. Hochul: New Yorkers can get free, low-cost child care via new website
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Joining U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand at the Club Fed Child Care Center in Albany, Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the launch of ny.gov/childcare. This new, digital portal assists eligible families in providing them with access to free or low-cost child care through New York State’s Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP).
$500 Million Investment to Benefit Central NY Communities
The Green CHIPS Community Investment Fund, part of the Green CHIPS incentive agreement between Micron and Empire State Development (ESD), will begin accepting Letters of Intent on August 15. This $500 million fund is designed to boost Micron's $100 billion investment in New York, expected to create nearly 50,000 jobs in Central New York.
New York: Don’t Leave These Items Unattended in Your Backyard
A deer in New York was saved just minutes from death in a New York neighborhood this week. Rescue workers said the tragedy could have been avoided all together if more attention was paid to items left unattended in the homeowner's backyard. From upstate New York to Long Island, many...
New York State Police Say SUV Hit Amish Buggy And Drove Off
Less than a week after a Kia Sedona allegedly hit an Amish horse-drawn carriage on State Route 3, offcials say another vehicle has struck a buggy. This time, the crash lead to the death of a teenage occupant, says police. One country Sheriff has a message for drivers in New...
5 WNY companies laid off 400+ workers in Q2
BUFFALO, N.Y. — Hundreds of jobs were lost in the second quarter in Western New York, with Tesla contributing the largest number of cuts at its South Buffalo plant. The region saw fewer layoffs overall than in the first quarter, though. Between April and June, about 442 jobs were...
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