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State investment will bring new funding for Cayuga Lake water protection
ITHACA, N.Y. — A new $42 million investment by New York State aims to help farmers and municipalities improve water quality in the eastern Finger Lakes region, with the goal of curbing harmful algal blooms (HABs). The Eastern Finger Lakes watershed consists of Canandaigua, Keuka, Seneca, Cayuga, Owasco, Skaneateles,...
New York: Watch Out for These Dancing Insects – They Hurt!
This summer, New Yorkers may come across a curious sight: thousands of white fluffy insects dancing on local beech trees. While these tiny dancers (check out how they shake it in the video below) may look fun, their name, as well as their painful defense mechanism, are no joke. Dancing...
15-Year-Old Girl Arrested at New York State Fair for Stabbing Two Others
One of the more disturbing trends in society today is the increase in violence among youth offenders. In Utica, the first homicide of the year was the death of a 15-year-old at the hands of what is believed to be another teen. That case has yet to be solved almost 9 months later.
Hochul touts tuition-free college to boost health care workforce
(The Center Square) — Hundreds of New York health care workers will be getting a free ride to state colleges this year as part of Gov. Kathy Hochul's agenda to boost the state's workforce. The Hochul administration announced on Monday that 500 applicants have been selected to receive the New York State Health Care Workers for Our Future Scholarship. The scholarship will cover tuition, room and board for a two-year degree at any of the State University of New York's campuses if the applicants commit...
Statewide Alert – Fears Grow In New York About This Virus
There is an ongoing, and growing, concern about a virus that is spreading in portions of New York State. After the COVID-19 pandemic, most people have gotten more cautious and germ aware when it comes to staying healthy and avoiding getting sick. Whether it is wearing a mask, social distancing, or just staying away from large gatherings, some of the things we learned in the pandemic still apply.
Serious Weather Warnings Issued For Hudson Valley, New York City, Long Island
Weather experts are warning New Yorkers of the chance of severe weather, including the possibility of a tornado. The National Weather Service issued a heat advisory for the Lower Hudson Valley and other parts of downstate. Heat Advisory For Rockland, Westchester, New York City, Long Island. The heat advisory is...
Kids must be up to date on all vaccinations to return to school
WHITE PLAINS – All children returning to school next week must be current with their vaccinations against a number of diseases and if they are not, they will not be permitted to return to the classroom. Westchester County Health Commissioner Dr. Sherlita Amler said it is the law that...
The Peekskill Riots Revealed the Racism and Antisemitism Hidden Beneath the Surface of the Anti-Communist Movement
Shortly after Deputy Sheriff Franklin Bowman arrived at an outdoor concert venue in New York’s Hudson Valley on August 27, 1949, he realized that he needed reinforcements. Paul Robeson, one of the most lauded African American entertainers of his time, was about to perform, and the crowd was going to be much bigger than expected. That meant there was more potential for trouble than expected, too. Car after car turned off of Hillside Avenue and continued down the long driveway to the concert grounds. Meanwhile, ahead of Bowman on the main road, hundreds of angry World War II veterans were getting ready to hold a demonstration against Robeson.
2 Accused of Hate Crimes in New York After UPS Driver Attack
On Sunday, August 25th, the Town of Ramapo Police Department shared the latest information regarding a frightening alleged hate crime that took place in Rockland County. The reported crime had taken place the day prior on Saturday, August 24th in the Village of Montebello. Reported Hate Crime in Rockland County.
Rollover Crash In Front Of KFC Caught On Video On Busy Yonkers Road
The crash happened on Tuesday, Aug. 27 just before 1 p.m., when a gray sedan and a dark-colored SUV collided in front of a KFC in Yonkers at 124 Nepperhan Ave., according to Yonkers Police. An investigation later found that the gray sedan unsafely pulled into traffic before hitting the...
Taking Engaged Pluralism at Vassar to the Next Level
POUGHKEEPSIE – Anyone who despairs of ever seeing an America that can overcome its crippling polarization, political and otherwise, should spend some time with Kimberly Williams Brown. Williams Brown, an Associate Professor of Education and the College’s new Director of Engaged Pluralism (EP), believes it is indeed possible to...
The 5th Annual Poughkeepsie Porch Fest: Music and Community Come Alive
This past weekend, I had the pleasure of attending the 5th Annual Poughkeepsie Porch Fest, an event that transformed the Southside Historic District into a lively musical playground. Porch Fest is a unique neighborhood festival where residents turn their porches into stages for live performances, creating an immersive and intimate experience for attendees.
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