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Education experts testify at a public hearing for changes to aid formula
ALBANY COUNTY — Representatives from the largest public schools in the state to some of the smallest gathered in Guilderland this week to deliver their thoughts on the existing state Foundation Aid formula before the Rockefeller Institute of Government, which has been tasked with studying the formula. In this...
How local org plans to spend portion of $646 million to fill health care jobs
Rochester, N.Y. (WROC) — In an effort to get more people working in the health care field, Governor Kathy Hochul is sending $646 million to three different organizations across New York State with orders to bolster recruitment and retention efforts. An organization in Rochester – Finger Lakes Performing Provider System (FLPPS) – is one of […]
Agencies prepare as new real estate rules go into effect
BUFFALO, N.Y. — 716 Realty Group trademarked its name in 2017 and since has grown to more than 45 agents and five offices across Western New York. "Real estate's a very entrepreneurial business,” broker and owner Greg Strauss said. “A lot of people are starting their own business. We are ultimately independent contractors working under the supervision of a brokerage, and it's exciting to grow and help clients more and more.”
New York Comedy Festival Honors Lucille Ball With Exclusive Merchandise
Upstate New York is the home to many historical sites, museums and more. 'America's Most Famous Dessert' started in LeRoy, NY. There's a museum that fans can explore about JELL-O and more in that historic town. An upstate New York town inspired a Twilight Zone episode. Binghamton, NY is the...
‘Affordable’ Gym With 60 New York Locations Files For Bankruptcy
Many New Yorkers are worried about the future of their favorite gym. Blink Fitness has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. The New York-based fitness company has over 100 locations nationwide, including 60 in New York State. Company officials said filing for bankruptcy is a "strategic decision to execute an...
Some rainy and sunny periods this weekend
SYRACUSE, N.Y.- After a very nice work week of weather with the sun out and gradually warming temperatures, this weekend will be a more changeable weather pattern. First off, please know while we are not anticipating widespread high threat of severe weather, there is a marginal risk from the Storm Prediction Center for WNY and locations west of I-81.
Controversy erupts over Hindu temple float at New York's India Day parade
(Reuters) - A carnival float featuring a Hindu temple that is planned for an upcoming India Day Parade in New York City has sparked controversy, with a number of groups calling it anti-Muslim and saying it should be removed from the event.
Pennsylvania Attorney General joins multistate effort to support gun sale regulations
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WTAJ) — Pennsylvania Attorney General Michelle Henry has joined a coalition of 21 attorneys general in support of state and federal regulations that govern gun sales, arguing that these laws are critical for public safety. The coalition, led by New York, filed an amicus brief Thursday in the U.S. Court of Appeals for […]
New York Has a Record Breaking Year When it Comes to Tornados
It's been a historic year for tornadoes in New York. Most Recent Tornado in New York Touched Down in Ulster County. Tropical Depression Debby made herself known across the Hudson Valley bringing heavy rains, strong winds and leaving behind damage and destruction. Parts of the Hudson Valley were under a...
Democrats and Republicans target New York in battle for control of House
Market Street in Poughkeepsie, New York, along the Hudson River and steps away from a train station used by New York City commuters, is home to a 19th-century theater, a post office and convention center. It's a short walk to the progressive bastion of Vassar College and a short drive from the presidential library of Franklin Delano Roosevelt. In this unusual election year, it's also where a critical congressional race is playing out, the battle for New York's 18th Congressional District, which is at the epicenter of the fight for control of the House of Representatives. With a perilously narrow majority, Republicans...
State DEC asked to declare emergency to expedite repairs from recent storms
WATERTOWN, N.Y. (WWTI) – The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation has been asked to issue an emergency declaration to help communities in 18 counties to help speed up the rebuild from last weekend’s severe weather. New York Governor Kathy Hochul asked the DEC to make the authorization. This would help speed up necessary […]
New York Residents Urged To STOP Sending Checks In The Mail
One man mailed a check for less than $90 but criminals altered the check and stole over $45,000. Two years have passed and the retiree is still fighting to get his money back. The New York Times reports despite New Yorkers writing fewer checks over the past few decades, check fraud is dramatically increasing.
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