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DEC all ears on proposed wetland regs
The state Department of Environmental Conservation seeks to protect one million acres of unprotected wetland habitat by expanding the number of wetlands it regulates The post DEC all ears on proposed wetland regs first appeared on Spotlight News.
Marilyn Manson accuser comes forward after NY ruling: ‘Fear no longer controls me’
A New York Supreme Court judge has decided not to toss a lawsuit filed by a woman who alleged abuse by gothic shock rocker Marilyn Manson. She publicly revealed her identity for the first time this week.
New York State Man Sues To Win Back Exotic Animal That Was Taken By DEC
Back in 1990, a New York state man said he purchased a young alligator from a reptile show in Ohio. Since then, the large reptile named Albert grew to become somewhat of a local celebrity in one New York community, as well as a self-professed emotional support animal for a man named Anthony Cavallaro.
What caused so much severe weather in upstate NY?
After a tumultuous week of weather, immediate conditions have settled down. Many are left picking up the pieces, though, after several tornadoes, damaging hail and drenching rains caused widespread damage throughout upstate New York. The city of Rome was hit particularly hard by a tornado that tipped vehicles over, collapsed buildings and left more than 15,000 customers without power. The National Weather Service in Binghamton confirmed a tornado touched down at roughly 3:25 p.m. on July 16;...
Governor Hochul Announces Nearly $8 Million for Shoreline Restoration on Long Island
Governor Hochul today announced $7.7 million for shoreline restoration on Long Island. The investment will help to repair the eroded Baxter Beach shoreline in Port Washington. The erosion and loss of shoreline has led to substantial flooding, endangering communities and affecting plant and marine life. “Long Islanders understand how quickly...
Ina Kim-Schaad and Natalie Grainger Triumph at NYS Women’s Amateur and Mid-Amateur Championships
(WNY News Now) – SKANEATELES, N.Y. — Ina Kim-Schaad dominated the 94th NYS Women’s Amateur Championship, while Natalie Grainger secured her first title at the 15th Mid-Amateur Championship at Skaneateles Country Club. Ina Kim-Schaad prevailed at the 94th NYS Women’s Amateur Championship, turning in a three over tournament to win by five strokes. Kim-Schaad, 40, from Deepdale…
Daring Rescue: Many Saved After Multiple Boats Overturn In Upstate New York
Six people boating in an Upstate New York River were injured when multiple boats overturned and saved miles away. On Tuesday, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) confirmed in its " DEC Forest Rangers - Week in Review" that Forest Ranger saved six people from a river. The weekly report highlights recent statewide forest ranger action.
Botanic Garden Backers and Developers Face Off, Again, Over Shady Tower
The developer of a controversial proposed high-rise housing development alongside the Brooklyn Botanic Garden is making a second try at obtaining city approval — but still facing uproar, even after cutting the project down to less than half its former height. The push by Continuum Company, a development firm with bases in New York and […] The post Botanic Garden Backers and Developers Face Off, Again, Over Shady Tower appeared first on THE CITY - NYC News.
Northern Boulevard bike lanes in Queens to be overhauled after safety concerns
BAYSIDE, Queens (PIX11) — Bike lanes on Northern Boulevard in Bayside are expected to undergo an overhaul after some residents complained they are unsafe and unsightly. The protected bike lanes run on Northern Boulevard between 223rd Street and Douglaston Parkway. Some said having exits and entrances onto the Cross Island Parkway from Northern Boulevard creates […]
Pakistani-American Republicans hold interfaith dinner to educate and recruit ‘vital constituency’ in Brooklyn
KENSINGTON — To garner support among their constituents, Pakistani-American Republicans hosted an interfaith dinner on July 13 at Gourmet Sweets & Restaurant. Event organizers Qassarr Mustafa, president of the Pakistani-American Republican Society, and James William Cyprian, the group’s vice president, referred to the dinner as a night of unparalleled unity among all that attended.
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