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New York Braces for Isolated Thunderstorms and High Temperatures Today
Albany, NY – Isolated to scattered showers and thunderstorms are expected in New York today, particularly ahead of a warm front. The National Weather Service in Albany has indicated that a few thunderstorms may become severe, with damaging winds anticipated north of the Capital Region and Mohawk Valley. High humidity levels will accompany above-normal temperatures, ranging from the 80s to the lower 90s, with cooler readings over the mountains.
Western New York Faces Drenching Downpours and Thunderstorms Today
Buffalo, NY – Western New York is set to experience significant weather changes today, with showers and thunderstorms becoming more numerous as the day progresses. The National Weather Service (NWS) in Buffalo warns of drenching downpours throughout the region this afternoon and evening. While parts of the region will see heavy rainfall, areas east of Lake Ontario may also face damaging wind gusts.
Preschooler in New York Traumatized by Blood-Stained Burger King Meal
A mom from western New York says her 4-year-old daughter was traumatized and won't eat any food after a horrifying visit to Burger King, where the little girl (and mom) found actual blood splattered all over the food wrapper and meal. It's Not Ketchup!. According to the New York Post,...
STIC Comments on Protest Against Governor Hochul's Disability Pride Event After CDPAP Remarks
Dozens of home care workers & disabled New Yorkers protested outside of the governor's mansion in Albany after she made a statement calling the consumer-directed personal assistance program a racket. The Southern Tier Independence Center gave their thoughts on the protest. The consumer-directed personal assistance program(CDPAP) allows people with disabilities...
BREAKING: Historic Vassar-Warner Home closing; suppressed Medicaid rates blamed
POUGHKEEPSIE – The 35 residents of the Vassar-Warner Home adult residence and assisted living facility on S. Hamilton Street in the City of Poughkeepsie, were informed that the facility is closing in October after 153 years of operation. The Vassar-Warner Home is the only non-profit adult home and assisted living facility in Dutchess County. Following plans filed with, and approved by the New York State Department of Health, the county’s only nonprofit senior living home is working diligently to relocate its 35 residents on or before October 14, 2024, to available facilities that will best meet their needs.
Fatal House Fire: 84-Year-Old Woman ID'd As Victim In Milton Blaze
The Saratoga County incident happened in the town of Milton, at a residence on Greenwood Drive, at around 5 p.m. Saturday, July 27. Ballston Spa Fire officials said several agencies responded for a house that was on fire and possibly occupied. Once the flames were extinguished and firefighters got inside,...
New York’s Olympic Favorites: Athletes Winning the Hearts of the Empire State
The Paris Summer Olympics begin this Friday, July 26th and we can't wait. With the biggest athletes from all around the world gearing up to compete, it's hard not to be excited. But have you ever wondered which American Olympians are our favorites? Well, the researchers from Grand Canyon University...
Recall alert: Jalapenos, green peppers, green beans sold at Aldi recalled
The Food and Drug Administration has announced the recall of jalapenos, green peppers and green beans sold at some Aldi stores. The FDA said the recall was initiated because the vegetables may be contaminated with listeria. The recall affects the following items:. Jalapeno, 8 oz. bag with UPC 4099100087680. Green...
Prosecutors oppose motion to toss Trump’s hush money conviction over immunity claim
(The Center Square) – Defense attorneys for former President Donald Trump want to use a recent U.S. Supreme Court decision to overturn his New York hush money trial conviction. Prosecutors from Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg's office told Judge Juan Merchan that the ruling from the nation's highest court is unrelated to his conviction on charges that he illegally paid hush money to keep women quiet about alleged sexual encounters and then covered up the payments as legal expenses during his 2016 campaign. ...
New Restaurant Moving Into Former Amici’s Spot In Poughkeepsie
Poughkeepsie's first-ever Latin and soul buffet restaurant opening this summer. It's been four years since Amici's closed at 35 Main Street in Poughkeepsie. The popular Italian restaurant had closed after 13 years, and it has been sitting empty ever since in the same building that houses Mahoney's Irish Pub & Steakhouse and many other businesses.
Suspended Central NY judge tried to downplay her racially insensitive comments: ‘I don’t see color’
New Hartford, N.Y. – A Central New York Supreme Court justice tried to minimize her comments at a graduation party that she admitted showed an appearance of racial bias, her testimony to a state commission shows. Erin P. Gall, a judge based in Oneida County, was suspended with pay...
Celeb Visits ‘Beautiful’ Poughkeepsie, Wants Child to Move There
An A-list celebrity has fallen in love with Poughkeepsie, New York after a secret visit and is now seeking help from a former Friends star to move his daughter there. Jason Bateman recently revealed that he and his daughter took an under-the-radar trip to Poughkeepsie this spring. The Ozark star discussed the visit during a recent episode of Smartless, a podcast he hosts with friends and fellow celebrities Will Arnet and Sean Hayes.
Burt To Throw For the DI Marist Red Foxes
Jersey Blues sophomore stand-out pitcher, Jake Burt (Wall High School), will continue his career as a Red Fox at DI Marist College. In the 2024 season, Burt accomplished a 10-0 record with a 3.48 ERA and 70 strikeouts in just 14 appearances. With those accomplishments, he earned All-GSAC Pitcher of the Year, First team All-GSAC, NJCAA DIII Second Team All-American, and NJCAA DIII First Team All-Region.
Upstate New York Musician Killed In Fiery 9W Crash
Police are trying to figure out what caused a fatal accident that claimed the life of an Upstate New York musician. Police are investigating after a musician was killed in a fiery crash in Greene County. Troopers in Catskill are investigating a fatal vehicle crash on State Route 9W in...
What to know about Vanaver Caravan's 'SummerDance' intensive, performances this summer
During the summer months, many take the opportunity to connect with nature or learn a new skill. If you want to learn a new dance style or just enjoy the art form of dance in general, The Vanaver Caravan’s "SummerDance" program is for you. This annual summer dance and music intensive is nestled in the heart of the Hudson Valley at the beautiful Lifebridge Sanctuary in Rosendale. The program starts July 29 with a culminating evening...
Inn and Restaurant at Vassar Institute to Open July 30
A 50-room inn and a farm-to-table restaurant—both imbued with a distinct Vassar vibe—will open this month on the site of The Vassar Institute for the Liberal Arts adjacent to the Town of Poughkeepsie campus on Raymond Avenue. The inn, called The Heartwood at Vassar, and the restaurant, The Salt Line, will be open to the public starting Tuesday, July 30.
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