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“Coolest Thing Made in New York” contest to find best manufactured item
WATERTOWN, N.Y. (WWTI) – New York State residents are trying to decide what’s the best thing made in the Empire State. The “Coolest Thing Made in New York” contest is in now its second phase. The poll was started by the Business Council of New York State Inc. and is a statewide initiative aimed at spotlighting […]
NY Gaming Commission Suggests That Saratoga Should Have Synthetic Course
The New York Gaming Commission (NYGC) has released its 2023 report regarding the high rate of fatalities upstate last year. Between May 26, 2023 and September 4, 2023, there were 17 equine fatalities at Saratoga Race Course, which again put the track's Thoroughbred safety record under scrutiny. Several suggestions were...
The August 2024 WellNYS Challenge: De-stress your life
The Employee Assistance Program’s WellNYS Everyday site has published its Daily To-Do calendar for August 2024, which encourages employees to improve their personal wellness through de-stressing activities. The EAP offers different strategies, from positive self-talk to meditation, to help employees de-stress. More de-stress solutions can be found in a...
CDC: Mosquito Bites Just As Scary As Shark Bites In New York
According to top officials, you should be just as worried, if not more worried, about getting bit by a mosquito than a shark. Earlier this month, several beaches in New York were closed down because of sharks. Sharks Close Down Many Beaches In New York State. For example, a 7-foot-long...
Bear Terrifies Upstate New York Campers, Campers Ticketed
Upstate New York campers who called for help with a bear ended up getting caught doing something illegal. On Tuesday, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation released its "DEC Forest Rangers – Week in Review" report which highlights "Recent Statewide Forest Ranger Actions." Bear Encounter: Village of...
Massive Storms Coming to New York State
Storms are moving into New York State and they are going to be huge. A few storms could produce heavy rain. It has been pretty dry in New York State for the month of July, but August is going to be starting pretty wet. In Central New York there was...
Cirque du Soleil brings 'OVO' to UBS Arena
• Thursday through Sunday, Aug. 15-18; times vary. Welcome to the world of “OVO.” Cirque du Soleil brings the relaunched show to Elmont’s UBS Arena this month with new acts and characters. “OVO” is a colorful intrusion into a new day in the life of insects. Through Cirque’s signature mix of acrobatics, lively visuals and humor, unique personalities and abilities of selected insect species emerge.
Ed Warren Revs Up Four Tet Under The Bridge Performance With ChamSys
BROOKLYN, NY - Ed Warren could see that the fans in front of him were really tuned into the two Four Tet shows he lit in Brooklyn at the start of this summer. That was a given. Less certain though, was whether or not the people above the acclaimed British lighting designer had any idea what he or his famous client were doing! That’s because Four Tet and Warren were 100-feet below the long and very busy Kosciuszko Bridge (affectionately known as the “K Bridge”) when they were busy doing what they love – and are really good at.
Van Leeuwen Recalls 'Pumpkin Cinnamon Roll' Vegan Ice Cream
Van Leeuwen Ice Cream of Brooklyn, New York, is voluntarily recalling its Vegan Pumpkin Cinnamon Roll Lot 24V094 pints sold at the 81 Bergen Street Brooklyn, NY location. These pints contain an undeclared allergen, peanuts. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to peanuts run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.
Suspected 9/11 mastermind and two others reach plea agreement: DOD
NEW YORK (PIX11) – A plea agreement has been reached with the suspected mastermind of the Sept. 11 terror attacks, along with two others, the U.S. Department of Defense announced on Wednesday. “The Convening Authority for Military Commissions, Susan Escallier, has entered into pretrial agreements with Khalid Shaikh Mohammed, Walid Muhammad Salih Mubarak Bin’ Attash, and […]
Hundreds of entry-level jobs available in NYC
NEW YORK (PIX11) — Hundreds of entry-level jobs are currently available at various New York City government agencies. The jobs are listed online on JobsNYC, the official careers website for the City of New York. As of Wednesday, there are 352 entry-level jobs available, nearly all of which are full-time. Some of the city agencies […]
Get fresh fruits and veggies at a new farm stand in Central Park
HARLEM, Manhattan (PIX11) — Forgot to pack something for that perfect picnic in Central Park? Well, New Yorkers can now pick up some last-minute fresh fruits and veggies at a new farm stand in the famous greenspace. The stand is now open on the north side of Central Park near 110th Street and Malcolm X […]
Erie Canal photo contest, chance to be featured in Erie Canalway Calendar
NEW YORK — New York photographers are being asked to submit their photo entries for the annual Erie Canalway Photo Contest. The Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor are inviting both amateurs and professionals to submit up to 3 images of the Erie Canal. According to the press release, they are looking for images that showcase “the canals’ beauty, vibrancy, and character.” The winning images will be selected for the 2025 Bicentennial Erie Canalway Calendar.
Deepak Chopra is leading a massive free yoga class in Bryant Park
When it comes to wellness gurus, few are bigger and better known than Deepak Chopra, a prominent and controversial alternative medicine advocate who wrote the incredibly successful book Ageless Body, Timeless Mind: The Quantum Alternative to Growing Old. On September 11, Chopra is joining iconic yogi Sarah Platt-Finger to host...
Men Of Soul Play Summer Concert
Central Astoria Local Development Coalition (LDC) held its third concert of the 2024 Summer Concert Series at Astoria Park: Men of Soul, who played on Thursday, July 25, on the Astoria Park Great Lawn. They lifted spirits, brought back memories, and recruited a brand new generation of soul devotees. This week, Central Astoria LDC welcomes Strawberry Fields (Beatles tribute band) for their last of the series, on Thursday, August 1, 7:30 pm until 10 pm. “This beloved annual event is a highlight of the summer season, offering a diverse range of musical acts that promise to entertain and inspire. Gather your family and friends, bring a blanket, and join us under the stars for these magical evenings in one of New York City’s most scenic parks.” For more information on this and all future Central Astoria LDC events, visit www.centralastoria.org, email centralastoria@aol.com or call 718-728-7820, and don’t forget to like Central Astoria LDC on Facebook and follow them on Twitter & Instagram. The concerts take place on the Astoria Park Great Lawn (Shore Blvd, between the Hell Gate Bridge and Astoria Pool).—Annette Alberts.
Heat Waves and Mega Storms Are Creating New Challenges for Art Storage and Logistics
Unless you’ve been trapped in an air-conditioned room since May, summer this year has been pretty miserable. Temperatures have been so high that the global heat record was set two days in a row. The heat waves start earlier, last longer, and don’t break in the evenings. And now, here comes hurricane season.Uovo Is Expanding the Definition Of Art Storage--and Rapidly Growing Its Operations Fine art storage companies are hyper-aware of extreme temperatures and high humidity levels—not to mention hurricane conditions—due to strict industry standards, new climate-control systems, and the mounting expenses and logistical challenges from growing demand for client services. “Frankly,...
Federal judge overturns New Jersey's ban on AR-15 rifles
(The Center Square) — A federal judge has struck down part of New Jersey's "assault" weapons ban with a ruling that the state's restrictions on certain AR-15 style rifles are unconstitutional. In his ruling, U.S. District Judge Peter Sheridan said New Jersey residents have a legal right to purchase and keep a Colt AR-15 rifle for home defense, siding with gun rights groups who sued to overturn the restrictions. Sheridan...
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