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75 years ago, the KKK and anti-communists teamed up to violently stop a folk concert in NY
Racist mobs attacked a 1949 concert in Peekskill, NY, helping raise anti-communist fervor after World War II and illustrating how hatred could gain legitimacy amid today’s political turmoil.
Westchester hot dog institution turns 105: Tradition rules at Walter's Hot Dogs
It's not everyday a local business turns 105 years young, but that's exactly what Walter's Hot Dogs will be doing on Aug. 25 and 26. The popular hot dog stand, which was founded in 1919 by Walter Warrington and now run by his grandchildren and great-grandchildren, is offering a Family Fun Day at...
Milton Woman Tried To Set Her Mother On Fire After Dousing NY Home In Gas: Police
Saratoga County resident Ashley L. Millington, age 31, of Milton, is charged with attempted arson in the second degree and arson in the third degree, the Saratoga Springs Sheriff's Office said. A neighbor called deputies to the Paisley Road home just before midnight on Sunday, Aug. 18, for a mental...
Metzger Talks Empower Plus, Participatory Surveys, and Solutions for the Homeless
Good Monday, friends! Today on La Voz with Mariel Fiori is a day of business and wellness. Ulster County Executive Jen Metzger visited us to tell us about the news from her office and answer questions from the audience. Our representative talked about the help available through the Empower Plus program for low- and middle-income residents to reduce the cost of their gas and electric bills; how they are reducing the impact of transportation emissions on climate change; and how she plans to support the homeless in the county.
Scary Movie Night in New Paltz Reschedule
Unfortunately, it seems that Mother Nature didn't get the memo. Water Street Market was scheduled to have a movie night tonight at 7 PM but it has had to be rescheduled. New Paltz Community Wellness who has been behind many public movie nights in New Paltz set out to bring everyone together for a fun scary night at Water Street Market but sadly the rain has spoiled tonight's fun. The good news is that they can reschedule!
Fishkill, New York Launches ‘Are You Ok’ Initiative
In an effort to provide an additional sense of security for their residents, one Dutchess County town has implemented what they are calling a 'telephone reassurance program' to touch base with members of the community. Welfare Check Program Implemented in Fishkill, NY. There's been an overwhelmingly positive response from community...
Here's the Poughkeepsie, Middletown and Dutchess County Fair weather outlook this week
The mid-Hudson Valley is in for another sunny week, even more so than last. There is no precipitation in sight for the Poughkeepsie or Middletown areas this week from Tuesday through Sunday, according to Lead Meteorologist Brian Frugis of the Albany National Weather Service Office and Meteorologist James Tomasini of the New York National Weather Service Office. ...
SPOILER: The 2024 NYS Fair butter sculpture has been revealed
SYRACUSE, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — It’s the big reveal of one of the most iconic attractions of the New York State Fair, the butter sculpture! More than 800 lbs. of butter was delivered to the fairgrounds. Then, sculptors Jim Victor and Marie Pelton began crafting and carving. The finished product was revealed at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday […]
$161K grant helps N.Y fire department purchase new SCBA
LOUISVILLE, N.Y. — Funding from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) will allow the Louisville Volunteer Fire Department to purchase new self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA). The $161,904.76 in Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program funding was announced Tuesday by U.S. Senate Majority Leader Charles...
Music Icon Shocks Customers At Upstate New York Supermarket
A music icon was spotted all over one part of New York State. We learned why. Rock and roll legend Gene Simmons was spotted at the Tops Friendly Markets in Niagara Falls, New York. Gene Simmons Spotted In Western New York. The KISS frontman spent Sunday in Western New York....
New York State Man Dies After Tree Falls On Him
Police say a New York state man died on his property after a tree fell over on top of him. While the chances of being struck by a falling tree are pretty low, accidents such as this can happen sometimes. Older or diseased trees with cracked branches or exposed roots can pose a risk for falling over on your property. Also, the amount of heavy rain and storms the area has endured this summer can be another big factor with trees weakening.
New York Retail Chains With Low Prices Plan Massive Expansions
Beloved retail chains with prices "too good to be true" announced plans to open a number of new locations. It seems like every week, sometimes every day, coworkers or myself write about a popular business that announced closures. Home Goods, TJ Maxx, and Marshalls To Open More Locations. A company...
Your Stories Q&A: Will the NYS Fair offer $1 admission day?
TOWN OF GEDDES, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) – You ask, we answer, State Fair edition! The Your Stories Team has received several questions about New York State Fair admission costs, the price to park and special days that allow certain groups to get into the Fair for free. Recently, the NYS Fair released 34 of its most […]
You Must Report Sightings of This Invasive Bug in New York
Well, sure enough, this aggressive invasive species has made its return to the Hudson Valley. Unfortunately, these bugs have pretty severe negative impacts on our environment, but here's the latest on what to do when you see one and how you can help prevent them!. Spotted Lanternflies in New York.
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