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Anti-Cannabis Group Launches New Legal Battle Against New York’s Cannabis Industry
In a renewed effort to undermine New York’s burgeoning cannabis industry, the Cannabis Impact Prevention Coalition and the Cannabis Industry Victims Seeking Justice have taken their fight to the State Supreme Court in Albany County. Their latest lawsuit targets key state agencies, including the Cannabis Control Board (CCB), Office of Cannabis Management (OCM), Dormitory Authority, and the Department of Taxation and Finance, alleging that these entities are unlawfully using state funds to support cannabis-related programs under the Marijuana Regulation and Taxation Act (MRTA).
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...
Child and senior care join in Ulster
LAKE KATRINE – Just beyond the white picket fence and the playground for preschoolers in Lake Katrine is a special complex that now houses a daycare center inside the Ten Broeck Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing. A few months ago, Ten Broeck Center reached out to Tammy Reed, owner...
Years Long Orange County Burglary Case Ends with Guilty Plea Agreement
Late last week news broke from the Orange County District Attorney's Office marking the effective conclusion of a long standing burglary investigation that originally took place back in 2022. Wawayanda Burglary. The details of the particular case were laid out in the official press release from the Orange County District...
Firearms, Narcotics and Over a Dozen Suspects Arrested in Massive Orange County Raid
Over recent months, a number of high profile raids have been carried out by various members and departments that make up New York State law enforcement. The latest raid was carried out earlier this week with participating departments and agencies being successful in not only getting both firearms and illegal narcotics off the street, but also apprehending over a dozen suspects in the process.
Kingston Father and Daughter Arrested for Stealing Over $280,000 from Elderly Victim
Indictments Announced by New York State Attorney General. In a disturbing case of exploitation, Kingston resident Frank Whittaker, 56, and his daughter Christine Ellsworth, 38, of Accord, have been indicted and arrested for allegedly embezzling over $280,000 from a vulnerable elderly individual in Ulster County. New York State Attorney General Letitia James announced the arrests on August 13, 2024.
Miracles do happen. Ask Rob Ricco, now cancer free: ‘Faith over fear! What the mind believes, the body can achieve’
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — They say every great man has a story to tell. But this Staten Island son brings it to another level. A few years back when Rob Ricco saw his reflection in the mirror, he noticed there was a slight difference on one side of his neck compared to the other, he reported to Prevention magazine, where his story was first reported. The next morning, the Castleton Corners resident, 55 at the time, made an appointment with his physician, Dr. Edward Levine, a doctor of internal medicine in Dongan Hills. They decided to schedule a few tests to ascertain whether or not it was something to act on.
It’s the last week to apply for free groceries in NY
Editor’s note: The video above aired on June 23, 2024. Correction: A previous version of this story misstated the date for the application deadline. The story has been updated. NEW YORK CITY (PIX11) — New Yorkers have one week to apply for free groceries while school is out for summer. The new Summer EBT program […]
Theresa Chambers, Veteran Talent Booker for Mercury Lounge, Bowery Ballroom and Others, Dies at 64
Theresa Chambers — a talent booker at the Mercury Lounge, Bowery Ballroom and other venues whose career reached back to Studio 54 days — died on Aug. 11, a representative for her family confirms to Variety. No cause of death was announced; she was 64. “Theresa was one of a kind,” said Steve Ferguson, an agent at Paladin Artists, “always fighting for her beliefs and her acts. And that infectious laugh! I will truly miss her.” A New York City native, Chambers’ career reaches back to the early ‘80s when she was Steve Rubell’s assistant at Manhattan’s legendary Studio 54. Over the years...
Juan Soto Sends 9-Word Message to Yankees Front Office With Free Agency Looming
The New York Yankees entered last winter fresh off a disappointing 82-80 season. To try and rebound in 2024, they paid a steep price to acquire outfielder Juan Soto from the San Diego Padres in December. That plan is working so far. After a win over the Colorado Rockies on...
West Nile Virus and mosquitos: NYC map details hot spots in Staten Island, other boroughs
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. -- The number of mosquitos testing positive for West Nile Virus is significantly higher than the previous year, according to new data from the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOH). According to the most recent information from the DOH, 321 mosquito pools have...
Aaron Judge hits 2 more homers as Yankees beat Rockies
NEW YORK — Aaron Judge hit a two-run homer in the first inning to become the fifth player with three 50-homer seasons and went deep again in the seventh as the New York Yankees routed the Colorado Rockies 10-3 on Sunday.Judge reached 50 in New York's 131st game. Two years ago when he hit 62 to break Roger Maris' single-season AL mark, Judge reached 50 in the Yankees' 129th contest.After not homering for a fifth straight game Saturday, Judge reached the milestone when he hit an 0-2 changeup from Austin Gomber (4-9) and lifted it into the Colorado bullpen beyond...
Yankees Cut Ties With 6-Foot-7 Righthander in ‘Surprise’ Move
Around the Yankees, it’s being called a “surprise.” But maybe it shouldn’t be. Veteran reliever Michael Tonkin did well to stabilize the Bombers’ relief unit for the better part of two months, but it has become clear he’s lost his MLB mojo lately. And...
Scott Effross must've been confused by Yankees' latest roster shuffle, DFA blindside
On Sunday afternoon, the New York Yankees used one of their forthcoming DFA bullets in unexpected fashion. Ahead of the series finale and rubber game against the Colorado Rockies, and in need of some bullpen innings after starter Will Warren was only able to last three innings on Old-Timers' Day, the Yankees opted to add a right-handed arm for inning-soaking purposes.
Kevin Durant Gets Real On His Hatred Towards The New York Knicks Despite Owning A Patrick Ewing Jersey During His Childhood
Kevin Durant has always had a complex relationship with the New York Knicks. Despite having the opportunity to join the Knicks during the 2019 free agency, Durant chose to sign with their rival, the Brooklyn Nets, disappointing many Knicks fans. The four-time gold medal winner once admired Knicks legend Patrick...
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