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New York State Police Say Orange County Man Died in Crash On Route 17
New York State police are investigating a crash they say claimed the life of a Hudson Valley man. The crash occurred late Saturday evening on Route 17, according to State Police. Crash Statistics. Summer months mean more travelers take to the roads and highways across New York state. Statistics show...
New York attorney general named in abortion rights litigation
(The Center Square) – Two businesses have sued New York Attorney General Letitia James in federal court saying she has threatened, prosecuted and intimidated pregnancy help organizations. James’ actions are labeled by lawyers as violations of the First and 14th Amendments. The Center Square was unsuccessful getting answers to questions from James, a $220,000 a year employee of the state who won in the 2022 midterms with 54.6% of the votes. ...
New York appellate court to weigh voting law challenge
(The Center Square) — New York's highest court is considering a legal challenge to the state's absentee voting law from Republicans who argue that it violates the state constitution and encourages voter fraud. The Court of Appeals is scheduled to hear oral arguments on Thursday in a lawsuit challenging the Democratic-controlled Legislature's approval of a law in 2021 allowing New York voters to cast ballots through the mail. New York...
FBI: Why New Yorkers Shouldn’t Keep Cash On Them
The FBI is warning after a surge of armed violent robberies, known as “jugging" crimes. The FBI says these crimes recently victimized at least 21 bank and ATM customers in just one week in one area. What Is Jugging Crimes?. According to the FBI:. Jugging refers to a crime...
Closure of Westbound I-86/SR 17 Ramp to Southbound I-81 at Exit 2 in Kirkwood, New York
The New York State Department of Transportation has announced the closure of the ramp from Westbound Interstate 86/State Route 17 to Southbound Interstate 81 at Exit 2 in Kirkwood, Broome County. The closure is underway and will remain closed on weekdays between 6:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. for approximately one...
Construction Work to Close Ramp in Broome County
Construction work will have a Broome County ramp closed for a week. According to NYSDOT, the ramp from westbound Interstate 86/State Route 17 to Interstate 81 southbound at Exit 2 in Kirkwood will be closed between the hours of 6:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. to allow for an ongoing bridge rehabilitation project. The closure started earlier this week.
New Hartford's Thomas Goodelle one to watch at boys junior am golf championships
FAYETTEVILLE — When the New York state junior amateur golf state championships tees off Thursday, New Hartford’s Thomas Goodelle is listed by the New York State Golf Association as one to watch. The 67th boys’ 14U junior and second girls 14 junior amateur event will take place Thursday...
Henderson town supervisor resigns, cites issues with board
HENDERSON, New York (WWNY) - Henderson’s town supervisor is resigning. Ed Glaser made the announcement Tuesday night before immediately leaving a town board meeting. Glaser tells 7 News he is stepping down because of conflict with the rest of the board. He says the board has ridiculed him and...
Syracuse man restrains victim to bed, rapes them in his home, police say
Syracuse, N.Y. -- A 44-year-old man was arrested Friday for holding a person against their will and raping them in his house, police said. Brian C. Thompson, of Syracuse, was charged with first-degree rape, second-degree unlawful imprisonment, first-degree criminal contempt and criminal obstruction of breathing or blood circulation. On Friday,...
‘Affordable’ Gym With 60 New York Locations Files For Bankruptcy
Many New Yorkers are worried about the future of their favorite gym. Blink Fitness has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. The New York-based fitness company has over 100 locations nationwide, including 60 in New York State. Company officials said filing for bankruptcy is a "strategic decision to execute an...
New York public school districts, bus operators eligible for millions in zero-emission school bus program
Public school districts and school bus fleet operators in New York can apply for funding to transition to zero-emission school buses, New York Gov. Katy Hochul said on Monday. Hochul said the state would make $200 million in funding available to purchase clean buses and electric bus charging infrastructure. Part of the $4.2 billion Clean […] The post New York public school districts, bus operators eligible for millions in zero-emission school bus program appeared first on Transportation Today.
Mario Cuomo Bridge reopens after truck spills gravel onto roadway
NEW YORK -- A crash on the Gov. Mario M. Cuomo Bridge caused major delays for the Wednesday morning commute. Chopper 2 was over the scene, where a truck overturned and spilled gravel onto the roadway. Crews removed the truck around 8 a.m., and all lanes reopened a short time later.At one point, three eastbound lanes were closed on the bridge, and traffic was backed up for at least seven miles past the Palisades Parkway. Unfortunately, there weren't many alternatives for drivers heading into Westchester County from Rockland County. The bridge, formally known as the Tappan Zee Bridge, spans about three miles over the Hudson River, connecting Tarrytown in Westchester to South Nyack in Rockland. Stick with CBS New York for the latest updates on this developing story.
New York Health Officials Worried About Lead In Children’s Blood
Health officials from the Hudson Valley are warning residents about the dangers of lead poisoning, which can cause serious health issues for children. The Putnam County Health Department is currently monitoring lead levels in the blood of children. Health Department Warns Residents About the Dangers of Lead Poisoning. “Lead is...
Judge Sets Sale Of Landmark Theatres, Other Charles Cohen Properties In Foreclosure Auction
A New York State Supreme Court judge set a November 8 auction date for properties owned by Charles Cohen’s Cohen Realty Enterprises, including the U.S. Landmark and UK Curzon arthouse cinema chains he acquired in 2018 and 2019.Sony Returns To Exhibition Business, Acquires Alamo Drafthouse Cinema Circuit Fortress Credit Corp. sued Cohen earlier this year for defaulting on a large loan backed by Landmark and other assets. If Landmark shutters, it would be a big blow to an already challenged indie film business still working its way back from Covid. Since then, the chain has lost leases and closed locations including its...
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