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UFT President Michael Mulgrew isn’t afraid to pivot
Michael Mulgrew sounds like an idealistic liberal who wants everybody to realize the American dream; he just wants to make sure he’s the one who gets his members there first. The 59-year-old former high school teacher leads the United Federation of Teachers, whose nearly 200,000 members include New York City public school teachers, school nurses and other school workers.
The Great Winter Reveal for New York State
The Old Farmer's Almanac has been predicting the seasons for more than 225 years. What's winter have in store for New York State?. It looks like the same thing we've been seeing for the past several seasons - mild & dry. In the Northeast, including New York a "gentler-than-normal season that’s not so rough and tough," is being forecasted.
Cornell works to keep NYS Fair cattle avian flu free
In the past few years, veterinarians were primarily concerned with how the avian flu affected the poultry population, but their research expanded in March when a cow tested positive for the virus in the Texas panhandle. Elisha Frye, an assistant professor of practice at Cornell University’s College of Veterinary Medicine,...
Chilly August in New York? Whiteface Feels Like Winter’s Already Here!
You think it's cool for August in New York? It feels like winter has already started at the peak of Whiteface Mountain. As the temperatures drop for a few days, making it feel more like fall in New York, the weather at Whiteface is an entirely different story. Many of...
Nearly 80,000 enjoy fifth day of the 2024 NYS Fair
Geddes, N.Y. — Nearly 80,000 people enjoyed the fifth day of the New York State Fair, officials said. A total of 78,341 people entered the fairgrounds on a bright, sunny Sunday, according to fair spokesperson Sean Farnsworth. The good weather is expected to continue through the beginning of this...
As Hochul considers phone ban, here are creative ways some schools are trying to reengage students
As Gov. Kathy Hochul considers a phone ban in New York schools, some districts nationwide are finding creative ways to steer students' attention back to class.Educators say their tried and true lesson plans are no longer enough to keep students engaged at a time of struggling mental health, shortened attention spans, reduced attendance and worsening academic performance. At the crux of these challenges? Addiction to cell phones.Cell phone bans are gaining traction, but many say they're not enough. They argue for alternative stimulation: steering students outdoors or toward extracurriculars to fill time they might otherwise spend alone online. And students...
New York Walmart Makes Major Change To Self-Checkout
After an increase in thefts, a New York Walmart has made a massive change to its self-checkout lanes. Customers at one Walmart will be limited when it comes to using self-checkouts. Do You To Show Your Receipt At Walmart In New York?. If a Walmart exit greeter asks you for...
10 Hospitals In New York State Recognized As Best In America
Ten New York hospitals, including three in the Hudson Valley, were recognized as the best in the nation. Northern Dutchess Hospital in Rhinebeck is being praised for the quality of its patient care. Northern Dutchess Hospital In Rhinebeck, Dutchess County Among Best In The Nation. The Centers for Medicare and...
Vulnerable New York Democrat says Biden drop-out boosted his chances: ‘Putting rocket fuel in a jet engine’
New York Democratic Rep. Pat Ryan said he feels much stronger about his own race since Vice President Kamala Harris took over the helm of the Democratic Party. “Coming out of the DNC and for the last now month-plus, we have just seen such energy, such enthusiasm, such true joy and optimism at a time when, even […]
Transcript: Rep. Pat Ryan on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Aug. 25, 2024
The following is a transcript of an interview with Rep. Pat Ryan, Democrat of New York, on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that aired on Aug. 25, 2024.MARGARET BRENNAN: All right, Congresswoman Lee, thank you for your perspective. For a slightly different one from a fellow Democrat, we are joined now by New York Congressman Pat Ryan. Good morning.REP. PAT RYAN: Hey, how are you doing, Margaret?MARGARET BRENNAN: I'm doing well. You know you were at the DNC this week, speaking on stage. You were one of the very first House Democrats to call out and publicly say Joe...
Metal Found In Massive Amount Of Chicken Nuggets, Tenders Sold In New York
A very popular food company is recalling nearly 170,000 pounds of chicken nuggets and chicken tenders. Perdue Foods is recalling 167,171 pounds of frozen chicken nuggets and tenders. Perdue Voluntarily Recalls Frozen Breaded Chicken Breasts and Tenders Products for Foreign Material. The company says chicken in these packages (see photos...
Horseracing Wrongs protests at Travers: 'You wouldn't do this to your dog'
SARATOGA SPRINGS, NY (WRGB) — With every major race in New York, there is always a group stationed outside the main gate protesting the sport, and how horses are treated. The Horseracing Wrongs group has been advocating for rules and laws against horse racing, saying that it's abuse. They tell fans as they walk in, how many horses die each year due to racing.
Route 9 Closes in Both Directions Due to Massive Wappingers Fire
All traffic on Route 9 in Dutchess County was brought to a standstill thanks to a devastating fire that took hours to extinguish. On Sunday, sirens could be heard from miles away as several fire departments raced to the scene of a raging fire on Route 9. The blaze ignited at Prime Storage near the DC Sports miniature golf course in Wappingers Falls. The New Hackensack Fire Department was assisted by dozens of other agencies, including over ten other fire departments that were on the scene to help knock down the flames.
Political Activists Snarl Traffic on I-84 in Dutchess County
If you were traveling on I-84 this weekend you were likely delayed thanks to a long line of cars slowing down traffic to draw attention to their political views. I spent the day on Saturday sitting in traffic on the way home from vacation. Just like any other beautiful summer weekend, highways throughout Massachusettes, Rhode Island, Connecticut and New York were packed with cars either heading to or from one of the beaches or tourist towns in the Northeast.
Tiny House Auction Raises $60K For New York College
Columbia-Greene Community College (C-GCC) is proud to announce the successful conclusion of its second annual Bid and Build Tiny House Auction, where two beautifully handcrafted tiny homes were sold for a combined total of $59,000. The auction, which took place online July 31, 2024, drew significant interest from a wide range of bidders and culminated in a thrilling bidding war.
Fire rips through Route 9 storage units (VIDEO with radio communications & GALLERY)
WAPPINGERS FALLS – Multiple fire departments responded to assist the New Hackensack and Hughsonville Fire Departments at a structure fire at a self-storage facility on Sunday afternoon. Dutchess County 911 dispatchers received several reports of a fire at Prime Storage on Route 9 in Wappingers Falls at approximately 1:40...
Dutchess County seeks proposals for 2025 youth team sports program funding
POUGHKEEPSIE – Participating in sports teaches children valuable life skills, such as teamwork, discipline and perseverance, while also promoting physical health, building confidence and fostering a sense of camaraderie and sportsmanship. With that in mind, the Dutchess County Department of Community and Family Services’ Youth Services Division requests proposals...
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