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Storms wreak havoc across NY, lanternfly threatens Vinyards, drive-through dispensary
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What caused so much severe weather in upstate NY?
After a tumultuous week of weather, immediate conditions have settled down. Many are left picking up the pieces, though, after several tornadoes, damaging hail and drenching rains caused widespread damage throughout upstate New York. The city of Rome was hit particularly hard by a tornado that tipped vehicles over, collapsed buildings and left more than 15,000 customers without power. The National Weather Service in Binghamton confirmed a tornado touched down at roughly 3:25 p.m. on July 16;...
Governor Hochul Announces Nearly $8 Million for Shoreline Restoration on Long Island
Governor Hochul today announced $7.7 million for shoreline restoration on Long Island. The investment will help to repair the eroded Baxter Beach shoreline in Port Washington. The erosion and loss of shoreline has led to substantial flooding, endangering communities and affecting plant and marine life. “Long Islanders understand how quickly...
Ina Kim-Schaad and Natalie Grainger Triumph at NYS Women’s Amateur and Mid-Amateur Championships
(WNY News Now) – SKANEATELES, N.Y. — Ina Kim-Schaad dominated the 94th NYS Women’s Amateur Championship, while Natalie Grainger secured her first title at the 15th Mid-Amateur Championship at Skaneateles Country Club. Ina Kim-Schaad prevailed at the 94th NYS Women’s Amateur Championship, turning in a three over tournament to win by five strokes. Kim-Schaad, 40, from Deepdale…
Nathan’s Famous Offers 5 Cent Hot Dogs on July 17th In Honor of National Hot Dog Day
--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jul 17, 2024-- Nathan’s Famous: This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240717161817/en/ Nathan’s Famous Hot Dogs Offered for 5 cents on National Hot Dog Day! (Photo: Business Wire)
City Hall employees are ready to assist
Employee Assistance Programs in New York: Providing Comprehensive Support to City Hall Employees and Families. The City of New York is dedicated to supporting its employees and their families through various Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs). These programs offer a range of services to address personal, social, and professional challenges faced by employees in the city’s agencies and departments. The EAP is a joint labor-management program aimed at enhancing employee well-being, increasing productivity, and improving morale in the workplace.
Daring Rescue: Many Saved After Multiple Boats Overturn In Upstate New York
Six people boating in an Upstate New York River were injured when multiple boats overturned and saved miles away. On Tuesday, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) confirmed in its " DEC Forest Rangers - Week in Review" that Forest Ranger saved six people from a river. The weekly report highlights recent statewide forest ranger action.
Anthony Ginestri AKA Squeeze.Benz Charged With Burglary
New York City resident Anthony Ginestri, of Queens, who is known as Squeeze.Benz on social media, and a 16-year-old boy were identified as Fairfield Police Detective Rick Alves as two of the three suspects in the cases, the first of which happened on Feb. 6 at a Speedway Gas Station on Route 46 East, Fairfield, NJ police said.
Deep Roots Market Celebrates 10 Years
Deep Roots Farmers Market returns this summer for its 10th anniversary. The market runs from June through October, supplying fresh and local produce to the community. The market has expanded to multiple locations and runs every weekend. Every Saturday, the market is open at Garvies Point in Glen Cove from 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. On Sundays, Deep Roots is at Firefighters Park in Great Neck from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Northern Boulevard bike lanes in Queens to be overhauled after safety concerns
BAYSIDE, Queens (PIX11) — Bike lanes on Northern Boulevard in Bayside are expected to undergo an overhaul after some residents complained they are unsafe and unsightly. The protected bike lanes run on Northern Boulevard between 223rd Street and Douglaston Parkway. Some said having exits and entrances onto the Cross Island Parkway from Northern Boulevard creates […]
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