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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...
Longtime NNY newspaper executive Harold B. Johnson II passes away
WATERTOWN, N.Y. (WWTI) – Longtime Northern New York newspaper executive Harold B Johnson II has passed away at the age of 70. Johnson was serving as vice chairman of the Northern New York Newspaper Corporation. That group publishes the Watertown Daily Times. The newspaper reported that Johnson passed away Monday at Strong Memorial Hospital in […]
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...
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.
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.
Popular Hudson Valley Trail Getting Interactive New Updates
The River to Ridge trail in New Paltz provides visitors with sweeping views of one of the most recognizable landmarks in Ulster County, the Shawangunk Ridge. The mostly flat trail is ideal for a casual stroll, birding hiking, biking, and much more. It was made possible by the Open Space...
Your Stories Q&A: Will Amazon gift cards return to local stores?
SYRACUSE, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) – You ask, we answer! Question: Is there an update to Amazon gift cards disappearing from NY stores? Will they return? Viewers around NY, noticed the cards missing from store aisles beginning in early July. An Amazon spokesperson told the Your Stories Team that the company occasionally tests how customers buy gift […]
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Fall Forecast For Upstate New York: Will Warmer Temps Continue?
2024 has been one of the warmest years on-record in Upstate New York. Will that trend continue this autumn?. It started with a mild and pretty much snowless winter, followed by a pretty warm spring, and tons of heat and humidity this summer. It certainly has felt like one of the warmest years on record in Upstate New York. In fact in Syracuse, 2024 so far is the warmest on record according to Syracuse.com.
Here’s How Much Money New Yorkers Lost to Real Estate Scams
Criminals are posing as legitimate real estate agents to steal money from unsuspecting victims - and the gamble is paying off big time. In April, NY Attorney General Letitia James announced a businessman in the Dominican Republic successfully scammed 24 New Yorkers with fraudulent real estate listings. The homes he listed either didn't exist or were sold to multiple buyers, allowing him to bilk millions.
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