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Massively Popular Concert Is Coming To New York State
There is major concert new for New York State as one of the biggest festivals of the year is going to take place this September. The summer of 2024 has been, and continues to be, the best for concerts and live music. No matter the genre, there is a record amount of shows to see and from Buffalo to New York City, tickets are selling fast and venues are full!
New York Ranks 8th In Access To Mental Health Services: Study Reveals
The newest study by a behavioral health treatment center, The Dawn Rehab, has revealed some exciting news for New York!. It turns out that the state ranks eighth for access to mental health services. As support for mental health awareness and advocacy continues to grow, it's heartening to see that New York is stepping up to the plate in creating accessible support systems for those in need.
Tickets Now on Sale for “MJ: The Musical” at Proctors
July 23 (Schenectady, NY) – Producers Lia Vollack, John Branca, John McClain and Proctors are thrilled to announce that individual tickets for the smash-hit musical, MJ, will go on sale starting 10 a.m. Thursday, July 25. MJ makes its Schenectady premiere at Proctors Dec. 3-8. Tickets are available through the Box Office at Proctors in-person, via phone at (518) 346-6204 Monday-Saturday 10 a.m.-6 p.m. or online by visiting atproctors.org.
Another Major Heat Wave to Scorch Central New York Next Week
Get ready to get blasted by scorching temperatures and uncomfortable humidity because some of the hottest temperatures of the summer are around the corner. The National Weather Service confirmed Central New York will bake again with the fourth heat wave of the summer arriving early next week. Currently, they're calling for temperatures to be back in the 90s, courtesy of all the hot air blowing in from the western part of the country.
Sheriff Schiff asks Governor to reconsider closure of Sullivan Correctional (VIDEO)
WOODBOURNE – Sullivan County Sheriff Mike Schiff is upset about the closing of Sullivan Correctional Facility in Woodbourne and is making a plea to Governor Kathy Hochul to reconsider her decision to close the facility. Hochul announced last Thursday that Sullivan Correctional in Woodbourne was one of several...
Visiting New York state? Don't forget to move over for these vehicles
Out-of-state drivers visiting tourism landmarks like Niagara Falls, the Finger Lakes region and the Adirondacks this summer can avoid a budget-busting traffic ticket by being aware of New York’s expanded highway protections for stranded vehicles and motorists. The new rules went into effect March 26, giving New Yorkers a head start in making sure they move over and take reasonable precautions when they come upon stopped or disabled vehicles along roadways in the state. ...
Albany man accused of stealing wallet, using credit card
An Albany man is accused of using a stolen credit card. The wallet was left unattended at a Troy business. Lucas M. Fernandez, 35, allegedly took the wallet on June 14, State Police said. Fernandez is then accused of using the victim’s credit card several times. He was found...
Could staffing shortage lead to local prison closures?
ALBANY, New York (WWNY) - Keeping a state prison from getting closed could be having enough staff to run the facility. We’ve learned a staffing shortage is not only a problem at some facilities but a death blow with two state lockups near Albany now closing within 90 days.
7/23/24: Scattered Storms Wednesday Afternoon
Latest Forecast Update from Meteorologists Steve Caporizzo & Rob Lindenmuth:. Steady rain this morning slowly gave way to mostly cloudy skies with some breaks of sun into this evening. Even though many were seeing some sunshine, other were still dodging rain showers and downpours. The chance for a shower or downpour will continue into the evening hours before skies turn mostly cloudy for the overnight. Aside from that it was a seasonable afternoon with a bit of humidity.
Rare Fungus That Kills Tens of thousand Of Trees Now In New York
A fungus that was first found in Wisconsin is now threatening trees in New York State. The New York State DEC wants New Yorkers to check on oak trees. "Be on the lookout for oak wilt throughout NYS! Have you checked your oak trees recently? Now is a great time to look for signs of oak wilt, a non-native fungus," the DEC stated on social media.
30,000 feet in air, Jewish scouts from New York, New Jersey perform CPR to save a life
Be prepared for whatever life throws your way. That's the motto scout leader Evan Gilder tries to live by. Before he set out with 10 scouts from New York and New Jersey on a backpacking trip through the New Mexico wilderness this summer, he was trained and ready for any medical emergencies he thought might surface.
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