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New York State Police Warn About Underhanded and ‘Sophisticated’ Scam
Scams are unfortunately nothing new in the Hudson Valley or the surrounding New York area. Luckily, law enforcement is working hard to stay one step ahead of the criminals looking to make a score. This week, New York State Police (NYSP) are warning residents about a new "sophisticated" scam targeting...
2 People Wanted By New York State Police
Do you know either of these two individuals? New York State Police want to speak to them in connection to a crime. New York State Police at Homer need your help in identifying these two suspects - a male and a female. Trooper responded to a call at the Walmart on Bennie Road in Cortlandville on May 14, 2024. It was reported that the two suspects left the store with a full cart of items and did not try to pay for the items. The suspects fled the Walmart in a black pickup truck. Despite their best efforts, Troopers have not been able to locate the suspects and need the public's help identifying them. If you have any information, please call New York State Police at (607)561-7400.
Massive Text Scam Threatens New York State Drivers
As the summer rolls on, and the road trips and vacations continue, there are some criminals at work here in New York State. There is a new warning about a scam that as been circulating that may cost you big money if you are caught off guard.
Which NY colleges offer the best value? See where your alma mater ranks
A recent study from SmartAsset revealed the best valued colleges in New York based on five categories: tuition, student living costs, scholarship and grant offerings, student retention rate and starting salary for new graduates. Rochester Institute of Technology in Henrietta ranked 10th on the list, and was the lone Rochester area college or university listed. ...
Tractor Supply Co. ends DEI efforts after social media backlash
Tractor Supply, a rural lifestyle retail chain with locations across the country, including many in the Empire State, is altering its company initiatives after backlash from conservative consumers. According to a statement released last week, the company said the "hard-earned dollars" of consumers should go to communities "we all love," therefore, they...
NY awards colleges with tech, lab grants. How much did Finger Lakes schools receive?
Three Finger Lakes region colleges have received millions of dollars in grants for various projects, Gov. Kathy Hochul announced last week. Grants through the Higher Education Capital Matching Grant Program support construction and renovation of new laboratory and research spaces, the purchase of new instructional technologies and equipment as well as other investments. Campuses receiving the grants have to invest at least $3 of their own funds for every $1 of state funds they receive.
NY waives State Park pool fees for the summer. Where are pools located?
Kids in New York can swim for free at certain state park pools — including a few close to the Rochester area — for the remainder of the summer, Gov. Kathy Hochul announced Tuesday. State park pools in the Finger Lakes/Southern Tier region are available at Letchworth State...
Mushroom-infused candy, chocolate recalled in NY, U.S. after serious illnesses reported
California-based company Prophet Premium Blends is recalling all flavors of its Diamond Shruumz chocolate bars, cones and gummies for reports of serious illnesses associated with consuming the products. The products, which can be purchased online and in person at a variety of retail locations nationwide, and the illnesses allegedly caused...
Trucking Firm Owner’s Scheme to Lower Insurance Costs Hits Dead End
The owner of a New York trucking business who fabricated a supposedly independent Texas affiliate to circumvent his existing firm’s negative safety rating and avoid higher insurance costs has been found guilty of conspiracy and fraud. On June 21, a jury in the U.S. District Court for the Western...
University at Buffalo’s New York State Center for Plastics Recycling Research and Innovation Hosts First New York State Microplastics Summit
Leaders in microplastics research and relevant stakeholders from across New York state recently gathered for the Microplastics Summit hosted by the New York State Center for Plastics Recycling Research and Innovation at UB. The summit, whose purpose was collaboration to address microplastics issues that impact the state, took place at UB’s Center for Tomorrow from June 5-7.
Probe Exposes Mismanagement in Combating Mail Theft
Congresswoman Grace Meng (D-Flushing) announced on Wednesday that the U.S. Postal Service has agreed to implement the recommendations outlined in a new federal probe that revealed major mismanagement in how the agency is addressing the rise of mail theft in Queens. The investigation – which was the first ever probe...
Niagara County law enforcement participate in campaign to stop impaired driving
BUFFALO, N.Y. — Niagara County Sheriff Michael J. Filicetti announced Niagara officers will join law enforcement agencies across New York State to keep travelers safe on the road this holiday weekend. Starting today, the statewide July 4th High Visibility Engagement Campaign prompted by STOP-DWI New York goes into effect-...
Rest stop restaurants should be open 24/7
Driving back from Vermont a week ago for a short trip, we stopped on the New York State Thruway to fill up and grab a coffee. As per usual on a Summer Sunday, the highway was crowded with traffic, mostly families trying to get back to Jersey to prepare for the coming work week. It was early so the crowds weren't too bad for us, but the lines at the other storefronts were starting to grow.
Federal lawsuit filed in WNY claims NY’s body armor ban is unconstitutional
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Local attorney John Elmore said it would be unjust and dangerous to reverse New York’s ban on body armor, but that’s the goal of a federal lawsuit filed in Western New York. The lawsuit, filed by the Firearms Policy Coalition and a resident from Lakeview, claims the ban is unconstitutional under […]
Three Shell Fishing Areas to be Closed July 3-10
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) will temporarily close three shell fishing areas on the North Shore of Long Island during the upcoming July 4th holiday week. DEC imposes these closures during busy holidays to protect public health from potentially contaminated shellfish associated with increased boating activity in shell fishing waters. Boaters are reminded to use pump-out facilities to help protect water quality.
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