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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...
NY Education Department seeking input on diploma changes
Albany, N.Y. — The state Education Department is looking for input on plans to potentially change high school diploma requirements. The department has set up a “ThoughtExchange” at https://bit.ly/3jkq4sk to take comments regarding a proposal to change Regents requirements. The deadline to participate is Oct. 6. The...
New York Parents “Tricked” Into Buying Unhealthy Supermarket Food
Around 60 percent of food for newborns and toddlers doesn't meet nutrition standards. That's according to the results of a new study that's leaving parents terrified. The findings were published last week in the in the journal Nutrients. Researchers tested over 650 products sold in the top 10 grocery chains...
Great ADK Moose Festival returns Sept. 27-29
INDIAN LAKE | The Great Adirondack Moose Festival, New York State’s first-ever moose-themed festival, offers visitors of all ages a fantastic Adirondack experience. Held in Indian Lake, moose-themed programs will abound the weekend of Sept. 27-29. Visitors to the Indian Lake region for the Moose Festival will enjoy programs,...
Cat, dog adoptions 50% off all week at Long Island pet shelter
Adoption fees at North Shore Animal League America normally range between $100 and $375, but are 50% off this week. The "Clear the Shelters" event continues through Labor Day — Monday, Sept. 2 [ more › ]
New Chestertown Rotary leader chosen
CHESTERTOWN | The Chestertown Rotary Club has a new president, Kate Curry of Pottersville, and she said that her intent is to bolster membership and work with other club members to seek out new ways to enrich life in the North Warren communities. Curry commented Aug. 24 about her objectives.
This May Have Been The Busiest Weekend For New York Wegmans
Shoutout to all of the Wegmans employees around Western New York! They manage to prioritize customer service in every way, even when experiencing one of the busiest days for foot traffic in their stores. If you like to shop at Wegmans, you may be already well aware of the peak...
NYSPHSAA to add shot clocks to boys and girls lacrosse
ELMIRA, N.Y. (WETM) – A major change will be coming to high school lacrosse in 2025. NYSPHSAA Executive Director Dr. Robert Zayas announced a new change to high school lacrosse, on Monday. According to a post on “X,” Zayas shared that New York State will be the first to implement an experimental shot clock for […]
New York judge faces removal after white pride social media post, Confederate flag on desk
Salisbury, N.Y. – A town judge in Herkimer County faces removal after several incidents of misconduct, including displaying a statue depicting the Confederate flag on his desk. The New York State Commission on Judicial Conduct announced Monday Salisbury Town Court Justice Thomas F. Rathburn, who is not an attorney,...
Emergency Declaration Issued For More Counties In New York State
New York State issued another "Disaster Emergency." Over the weekend, New York Gov. Kathy Hochul today signed an executive order declaring a "Disaster Emergency" for Suffolk County, New York. "Disaster Emergency" On Long Island, New York. The "Disaster Emergency" comes after "record rainfall" fell on the Long Island County on...
N.Y. Gov. Hochul announces 500 scholarship awards for future health care workers
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced Monday that 500 people have been selected to receive the New York State Health Care Workers for Our Future Scholarship, offering full tuition to students pursuing careers in key healthcare roles. “We’re investing in New York’s future by supporting the next generation of health care professionals,”...
New York Walmart Makes Major Change To Self-Checkout
After an increase in thefts, a New York Walmart has made a massive change to its self-checkout lanes. Customers at one Walmart will be limited when it comes to using self-checkouts. Do You To Show Your Receipt At Walmart In New York?. If a Walmart exit greeter asks you for...
County leaders celebrate completion of Trailblazing Women of WNY monument project at Old County Hall
A number of local officials joined the Trailblazing Women of WNY on Monday to formally commemorate the monuments of Mary Burnett Talbert, Louise Blanchard Bethune and Geraldine “Gawö:Sid-tah” Green. Read more from WBEN:
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