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Bronx student creates online platform 'MerchMojo'
A high school student is paving the way for New Yorkers to spread the word about their favorite local businesses through t-shirts, hats and tote bags. Sebastian Merkatz, a rising high school senior, is the founder of “MerchMojo.”. ”MerchMojo” is an online marketplace for custom merchandise that connects New...
Police: Three accused of stealing ATVs, trailer from Salem residence
Three people are accused of stealing ATVs and a trailer from a home in Salem, Washington County. A person who lives there reported the stolen vehicles back on June 30, plus other stolen items. Troopers found everything where Jeremiah D. Little, 37, and Michelle Quintana, 48, live. Troopers saw Quintana...
Man charged with arson in Massena fire knew people were inside the apartment, documents show
MASSENA, New York (WWNY) - The man who allegedly set a fire in Massena on Wednesday knew someone was inside the apartment where the fire started. One person was found dead after the fire. Court papers say 33-year-old Darren Kelley knew two people were inside apartment four at 196 Center...
Saratoga Hospital Plans New “Center for Successful Aging” and Daycare Center
SARATOGA SPRINGS — Saratoga Hospital wants to build a new “Center for Successful Aging” near its main campus that would function as a one-stop shop for local seniors. The hospital presented an application for a Planned Unit Development Amendment to the Saratoga Springs City Council on Tuesday evening that would allow them to demolish an existing 10,000-square-foot, one-story building on Myrtle Street across from the hospital’s main campus, and replace it with the new 60,000-square-foot, three-story office center.
Bob Newhart rarely set foot in Vermont. But his impact on the state was noteworthy.
Bob Newhart portrayed a fictional Vermont innkeeper in the 1980s sitcom “Newhart.” His death on July 18 at age 94 affected Vermonters in ways the passing of other TV icons might not. The comic actor rarely set foot in the state, but it felt like he was a part of it. "We are...
Outages cause some delays across UVM Health Network
BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) - Those worldwide tech outages also impacted some of the systems at the UVM Health Network. They say emergency departments at their facilities are open, and anyone experiencing an emergency should seek care at the hospital. UVM Health says some appointments may be delayed due to the...
Gov. Hochul, Rep. Suozzi Cut The Ribbon For Great Neck Water Pollution Control District Facilities
Gov. Kathy Hochul, Rep. Tom Suozzi (D–Glen Cove), and state Assemblywoman Gina Sillitti (D–Port Washington) cut the ribbon Tuesday afternoon on the Great Neck Water Pollution Control District’s new state-funded projects, which the electeds called environmental and taxpayer-conscious infrastructure. “Nowhere ever should we take for granted the...
Prosecutors agree to dismiss DUI charge against Vt. lawmaker
BENNINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) - State prosecutors have agreed to dismiss a DUI charge against Vermont state Rep. Jim Carroll, that’s according to his attorney. The Bennington representative was arrested in February after police pulled him over for an excessively loud muffler and noticed signs of alcohol impairment. Carroll’s attorney...
Hornell Veteran Inducted into NYS Senate Veterans Hall of Fame
HORNELL, NY (WENY) -- A Hornell man who served in the U.S. Army during the fall of the Berlin Wall and through the Persian Gulf War is the latest to be inducted into the New York State Senate Veterans Hall of Fame. State Senator Tom O'Mara announced the induction of...
Rutland man indicted on federal gun, drug charges
BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) - A grand jury has indicted a Rutland man on federal gun and drug charges. Authorities say Daniel McSwiggan, 51, allowed people to distribute and use drugs at his home, and also had two guns which he wasn’t supposed to. Court records say in June, McSwiggan...
Keeseville Good Shepherd Church to open 'Hope Kitchen'
Rummage sale today and Saturday to help support community free meal effort. KEESEVILLE | In a world that revolves around money, money, money -- and where grift; cheating; competition; backstabbing; lies; meanness; self-promotion; power; egoism; egotism; narcissism; conflict and wars are common, it sure is nice to know there are oases that serve as an antidote to these vices, often venues of spirituality. The people of the Keeseville Good Shepherd Church of the Nazarene, its denomination which contributed funding for the meals and Lead Pastor Noelle Eichenberger are exactly that. For them, it’s all about giving and helping, not taking, sans any self-serving purpose.
Experience the Dramatic 1759 Siege of Carillon Battle Reenactment at Fort Ticonderoga
Fort Ticonderoga presents the 1759 Siege of Carillon two-day battle reenactment July 20 and 21, 2024 The post Experience the Dramatic 1759 Siege of Carillon Battle Reenactment at Fort Ticonderoga first appeared on Spotlight News.
Vt. woman shot; police say son pulled trigger
RICHMOND, Vt. (WCAX) - A shooting involving a mother and son in Richmond led to a police standoff that ended with the alleged shooter in handcuffs. Police were called to a home on Meadow Lane in Richmond a little before noon for a domestic dispute, but the situation unraveled into a shooting and an arrest.
Bumper-to-bumper entertainment from the Ti Arts Guild
TICONDEROGA | Right in the middle of next week, July 23, 24 and 25 - or Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday - the Ti Arts Guild brings a diverse lineup of free entertainment to town including dance music and magic. Tuesday, July 23, 7-9 p.m.: Award-winning group Those Entertaining Guys perform...
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