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Hochul visits NYS Fair, signs bill to promote the state's agriculture industry
Gov. Kathy Hochul used the maple products display at the New York State Fair in Syracuse Wednesday to sign legislation that essentially opens up swathes of state land to the maple industry. The state has the most tappable maple trees of any state in the Northeast. But many of them...
18-Year-Old Is First Man Charged Under New Mask Ban Law In NYC
Everyone knows that you either have one or the other when walking the streets because people will assume that if you're wearing a mask (especially in the summer) you might have something else on you The post 18-Year-Old Is First Man Charged Under New Mask Ban Law In NYC appeared first on Hip-Hop Wired.
Literary Icon Called “a True Son of New York” Dead at 83
The business and literary world is mourning the death of an industry titan. New York is home to some of America's greatest authors; such as Herman Melville, Edith Wharton, J.D. Salinger, Toni Morrison, F. Scott Fitzgerald, and James Baldwin. The latter was recently voted the state's favorite author of all...
New Restaurant Coming To Busy Wolf Road in Colonie This Fall
Another restaurant will be coming to the already busy Wolf Road in Colonie and this time an authentic Mexican restaurant will replace a barbeque joint that has since closed. The spot that used to house Warehouse Grill & BBQ is being transformed into a vibrant Mexican restaurant. Jose Castaneda, the...
Vulnerable elderly man found, according to police
ALBANY, NY (WRGB) — UPDATE: According to police, he has been located. Albany Police is attempting to locate 83-year-old Antonio Yunga-Lema, last seen in the area of Fairway Court and Quadrini Drive on Wednesday, August 28, 2024 at 6:45 p.m. He was last seen wearing the pictured brown hat,...
Massive Police Presence Expected Across All Of New York State
Drivers across New York State should expect to see more police patrolling roads and highways across the state over the next few days. Here's why. AAA believes this Labor Day weekend will be one of the busiest ever when it comes to travel. About 10 percent more people are expected to travel during the holiday weekend this year compared to last.
Dangerous Jury Duty Scam Reaches Upstate New York
Most people want to avoid jury duty. That's why officials from the Hudson Valley are sounding the alarm about this new scam. Scammers are always finding new ways to try and trick you. Speed Camera Scam. Speed cameras are now up across New York State. And that means you can...
Teen reporters share guide to best NYS Fair games on the Midway
To save teens time and money, Owen Johnson and Mallory Offredi of Baldwinsville set out to find the best of all the games at the New York State Fair. This syracuse.com guide was written specially by teens, for teens, in collaboration with Baker News reporters from C.W. Baker High School in Baldwinsville.
Insects Spreading Fatal Brain Swelling Virus In Upstate New York
Insects in at least 10 Upstate New York counties tested positive for a virus that kills about 33 percent of those infected and leaves others with mild to severe brain damage. The New York State Department of Health issued an advisory urging New Yorkers to take personal protective measures to avoid mosquito bites.
The Safest School In Western New York
One of the newest schools in Western New York may also be the safest. While the first day of school is Tuesday, September 3, many people have heard about this newly developed school with technological advancements – a type of school you may have never seen before. It took...
New Bill Would Require This on Every Student ID in New York
A proposed bill was recently passed by the New York State Senate and New York State Assembly that would lead to the addition of something new on all student ID cards in New York State. The bill, dubbed as the Student Lifeline Act, now only awaits Governor Kathy Hochul's signature...
Hate-based crimes in New York state reach new highs
Get the latest Syracuse news delivered right to your inbox. Subscribe to our newsletter here. An August 2024 report from the Office of New York State Comptroller found that the state is experiencing a “surge” in hate crimes. The state has seen a record number of hate-based incidents since the year 2000, New York State Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli said in a Wednesday press release.
Popular NJ supermarket will stop selling cigarettes
🚬 A popular grocery chain will stop selling tobacco products permanently. 🚬 The goal is to help customers and staff make better health choices. As of Aug. 31, Stop & Shop will stop selling all cigarettes and tobacco products at its 360 stores. The grocery chain announced it...
New Walmart Policies Target Customers in New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania
How did Walmart become the "retailer of the people?" Walmart has convinced shoppers that it offers the absolute lowest prices anywhere, so there's never a need to shop elsewhere. And, well, they're not altogether wrong. Walmart is the closest you'll get to a Costco or BJ's without paying a membership...
How ‘Real Housewives’ Have Taken Over the Hudson Valley
A lot of have familiar faces have been spotted around the Hudson Valley lately. I've mentioned this a few times, but I'm a very big fan of the 'Real Housewives of New Jersey' lol. The show is still going on strong and it probably had one of the most explosive season finales in show history recently. The ladies on the show are pretty unforgettable and I've always wondered what they are like in "real life". We might have the chance to find that out because recently the Jersey ladies (and men) have been spending time, shopping, supporting their family, running the family business and opening new businesses in New York.
Nearly 50 Colleges Across New York Best In America
A new ranking, based directly on students, is giving high praise to many schools in the Hudson Valley and across the Empire State. The Princeton Review reached out to Hudson Valley Post to let us know that a number of colleges from New York are highlighted as some of the best colleges in America.
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