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Bad data, miscalculations behind NY’s lagging green energy goals
Albany, N.Y. — New York’s Public Service Commission relied on outdated data and made miscalculations about the state’s ability to reach the energy mandates of the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act, including failing to develop a backup plan for not meeting those goals, according to an audit released Wednesday by the state comptroller’s office.
Upstate New York Woman Snaps Viral, ‘Once-in-a-Lifetime’ Storm Photo
A woman in Upstate NY shared a stunning storm photo that many thought was fake. But it's not, and weather experts agree she snapped a once-in-a-lifetime picture. It's as if someone married two images together; one side of the photo is ominously grey, while the other is surprisingly sunny, and two massive lightning strikes make this photo electrify the image. Oh, and a stunning rainbow splits the image in half.
54-Year-Old Struck, Killed By SUV In Brentwood
It happened around 10:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 17, in Brentwood. A 54-year-old man was crossing 5th Avenue at Kirk Road when he was struck by a northbound 1998 Nissan Pathfinder, according to Suffolk County Police. The pedestrian, whose name is being withheld pending notification of next of kin, was transported...
Proposed bill requires landlords to provide AC for tenants in New York City
NEW YORK (PIX11) — Summers in New York City may get cooler, or at least for apartment dwellers. City Councilmember Lincoln Restler introduced a bill that would require landlords to provide air conditioning for their tenants in the summer months. Under the proposed law, landlords would be required to buy, install and maintain AC units […]
Finz & Finz: Family-Run LI Personal Injury Law Firm Fighting for the Little People for 40 Years and Counting
When it comes to a law practice, the stereotypical vision that pops into most people's minds – often ushered in via movies and television shows – is that they are the very embodiment of soulless, ambulance-chasing corporate greed, but the reality is that many people enter the legal field not for their own benefit, but to actually help others.
N.Y. Gov. Hochul announces $352K for this Staten Island organization to fight food insecurity
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. -- Various organizations working to combat food insecurity throughout New York, including one here on Staten Island, are getting a major boost in funding. On Thursday, Gov. Kathy Hochul announced that $7.6 million has been allocated to a dozen food service organizations throughout the state as part of the New York Food for New York Families program, which helps connect local farmers with organizations working to address hunger in underserved communities.
New study: NJ has more lottery winners than 90% of the U.S.
Who knew that there was a National Lottery Day? We never should have even doubted it since there’s a national day for everything. But National Lottery Day is July 17. And I believe the day is important to us because the lottery plays a big part in the lives of many New Jerseyans.
ALERT: These Campsites In New York State Have CLOSED
The recent storms that pounded portions of New York State have lead to officials closing various campsites. The summer storms that raged through the last few days left a line of destruction behind. As residents cleanup and, in some cases, start to rebuild their homes, the weather is starting to become more enjoyable with less humidity and sunny skies.
This Day in the Near Future is Upstate NY’s Worst Night of Sleep
Yes, there's a study for everything and now, according to Amerisleep, there is actually a night in the very near future that is New York's worst night for sleep, according to a study. The study looks at each state and for New York, the worst night of the year for...
Northern Credit Union warns members about password scam
WATERTOWN, N.Y. (WWTI) – Northern Credit Union issued an alert about scams regarding passwords on member accounts. In an email sent out Wednesday afternoon, the financial institution warned that some members have been receiving automated calls from 315-783-0155 stating their passwords have been reset. The individual is prompted to select 1 if this was not them, […]
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