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OTB looking for future leadership
BUFFALO, N.Y. — Off-Track Betting in Western New York is looking to bring on a new president and CEO. State Senator Sean Ryan has concerns about the current president Henry Wojtaszek, who accepted a nearly $300,000 buyout. "We passed a law in New York State prohibiting golden parachutes. It...
Country Star Draws Biggest Crowd At New York State Fair, 2nd Largest All Time
It's the second-largest crowd at a New York State Fair concert. Who's that popular? A new country star!. Laney Wilson holds the record for the largest crowd. More than 52,000 fans packed into Suburban Park to kick off the 2023 New York State Fair. That's a lot more people than the 850 who came to see her when she appeared at Kegs Canal 6 months earlier.
Apple juice sold at Walmart recalled over arsenic concerns
New Yorkers should check their refrigerators as apple juice sold in Walmart stores has been recalled for containing potentially harmful levels of arsenic. A voluntary recall for almost 10,000 cases of the eight-ounce Great Value Apple Juice sold at Walmart stores in a six-pack with PET plastic bottles (UPC 0-78742-29655-5) has been issued, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). In the recall issued on Aug. 15, the federal agency said that the apple juice “contains inorganic arsenic above...
Cannabis Justice & Equity Initiative expands to Harlem, empowering NYC’s most impacted communities
Join NY Cannabis Insider for its next full-day conference in Albany on Sept. 25, 2024. Tickets available now. After graduating their inaugural cohort, a New York City-based nonprofit focused on social equity and workforce development in the Empire State’s cannabis industry is setting up shop in Harlem -- in the Polo Grounds Housing Projects -- as they prepare to begin classes for the next 16-week course.
UAlbany campus on edge after officer fires weapon
A 12-year veteran of UAlbany Police is now out of the hospital after being hit by a car on campus, early Tuesday morning. The officer fired his weapon at the fleeing car after he was hit. It’s believed to be the first time in the history of the department that an officer has fired their weapon in the line of duty, the department said.
Pandagate Takes Owners on a Thrilling Ride
Adelphi Racing Club, Sol Kumin’s Madaket Stables, Corms Racing Stable and On The Rise Again Stables’ Pandagate has forever answered the question of how far a New York-bred can take his owners. The three-year-old gray ridgling may be the first and only Thoroughbred to make consecutive starts in Dubai, Finger Lakes and Saratoga. To the delight of his many owners, he performed admirably in all three.
Last-minute tickets to see James Taylor concert in Saratoga Springs
Spend an evening with James Taylor and his All-Star Band this Monday, September 2, at the Broadview Stage at SPAC in Saratoga Springs. The concert starts at 7:30 p.m. Limited standard admission tickets are available online through Live Nation, where prices start at $54.35 for lawn general admission. However, greater availability and deals are offered by secondary market platforms like Vivid Seats, SeatGeek and StubHub.
Queensbury Red Lobster set to close before August ends
Queensbury, NY (WRGB) — According to a report from CNN, the Queensbury Red Lobster is one of more than 100 locations shutting down by Aug. 31. The CNN article cites recent court filing shows that the company is rejecting the leases of an additional 23 locations, including Queensbury and a Bronx location by Saturday, August 31. This put the total shuttered restaurants at more than 100 from the beginning of summer 2024. The chain will reportedly have around 500 outlets left, down from the 650 at the start of the year.
FREE Food All Day Coming For New York State?
The new school year will begin in just a few days and families across New York State are finalizing their plans and shopping!. The summer has been filled with fun and excitement and now the regular routine is about to start. For kids, it may be a tough dose of reality. For parents, a big relief? Either way, the first day of school is just about here.
Day 8 at the NYS Fair: Today’s handpicked menu and schedule
Geddes, N.Y. — Tuesday was Beef Day at the State Fair, and 52,285 folks walked through the gates to celebrate. For the first time ever, the New York Beef Council sponsored a charcuterie board competition. Three finalists who make these grazing appetizers for a living created snack boards in...
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