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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...
First Flakes of Winter May Come Sooner Than You Think in New York
Looks like winter 2024 is getting ready for a very early start in New York State. We're starting to see early projections about what kind of winter to expect this year. The tone is already being set with one cold-front in the month of August, and that could be possibly followed by another by month's end.
Hudson Valley Towns Benefit from $30 Million in Federal Grants for Water Infrastructure
The Hudson Valley region is set to receive a substantial boost in its efforts to enhance water quality and infrastructure, thanks to $30 million in grants from the federal Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL). This funding, part of a broader $265 million investment by the New York State Environmental Facilities Corporation (EFC), will support 30 communities across the state in tackling critical issues with their drinking water systems.
NY State Parks to celebrate 100 years with new bike ride event
GRAND ISLAND, N.Y. — New York State Parks are nearing 100 years. To celebrate the milestone, the parks are hosting a 'Pedal for the Parks' bike ride. The inaugural ride will kick off Sunday, September 22 starting at Beaver Island on Grand Island. For the first time, the Grand...
Indicted Former Rep. George Santos Loses Lawsuit Against Jimmy Kimmel For Using His Cameo Videos On Late-Night Show
Former Rep. George Santos (R-New York) lost his legal battle against Jimmy Kimmel. The former New York congressman accused the late-night host of infringing his copyright by airing videos of Santos on his show without consent. U.S. District Judge Denise Cote ruled that “the videos were used for political commentary...
Cultural Issues Bigger than Islanders & Duclair’s Agreement
The debate over Anthony Duclair‘s decision to cut his dreadlocks and shave his beard after signing with the New York Islanders highlights the complexity of team grooming policies, especially in a diverse city like New York. Islanders’ GM Lou Lamoriello is known for enforcing strict grooming rules. He’s always had these rules for his team. The rules required Duclair, a 28-year-old Black man with Caribbean heritage, to comply with team standards by cutting his dreadlocks and shaving his beard.
Record Breaking Lottery Jackpot Up For Grabs In New York
This week might be the week you want to try your luck with the lottery here in New York State. This Friday's Mega Millions jackpot is a record-breaking one for New York State residents. The current jackpot is up to $527 million dollars would make it the largest lottery jackpot ever won by a New York State resident.
US Open hosts annual Arthur Ashe Kids’ Day
QUEENS, N.Y. (PIX11) – The U.S. Open is hosting its annual Arthur Ashe Kids’ Day on Saturday. Arthur Ashe Kids’ Day offers a variety of family-friendly entertainment throughout the grounds of the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in Queens. The day honors the life and legacy of tennis icon Arthur Ashe and aims […]
Sean Paul to headline free concert in Queens
QUEENS, N.Y. (PIX11) – Jamaican dancehall superstar Sean Paul is headlining a free concert in Queens Saturday evening. The concert will be held at at 5 p.m. at Roy Wilkins Park in St. Albans. Lloyd, Carl Thomas, Mr. Cheeks, and Funk Flex will also be performing. The event is part of the Rise Up NYC […]
New York State Resident Reports “Cylindrical Shaped” Hovering Object
A New York state resident reported seeing what they first thought was a police helicopter hovering near the ground. However, as the witness continued to look on they noticed something very odd about this encounter. What exactly was this person from Watervliet seeing here? Is this some sort of thing...
Upstate NY Corgi Racing Has Gone Viral in New Video
A new level of cuteness and chaos has been unlocked at an upstate New York county fair after its corgi race devolved into an absolute free-for-all. County fair organizers certainly know which special ingredients to add to their events to make them memorable. While many Dutchess County, NY residents will tell you that the must-try experience at the Dutchess County Fair are the famous 4-H milkshakes, there was a different star a little further north.
Town of Oyster Bay recognized for outstanding financial reporting
The Town of Oyster Bay received a Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting from the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada. The town is the only “Large Municipal” that received the award in the country. “We are so proud of this most...
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