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New Federal Funding Announced for Firefighters in New York State
It's a good day for firefighters throughout the state of New York today as it was just recently announced that a new round of federal funding has been granted which will going towards benefiting fire departments across the state. Firefighter Federal Funding Breakdown. The announcement of this new federal funding...
New York State Police Warn About Underhanded and ‘Sophisticated’ Scam
Scams are unfortunately nothing new in the Hudson Valley or the surrounding New York area. Luckily, law enforcement is working hard to stay one step ahead of the criminals looking to make a score. This week, New York State Police (NYSP) are warning residents about a new "sophisticated" scam targeting...
You may be eligible for a free air conditioner in NY. Here's what you should know
Some New Yorkers may be eligible for a free air conditioner through New York's expanded Essential Plan program early next year. "As part of Governor Hochul's recently announced Extreme Heat Action Plan, the State's Essential Plan will add coverage for the purchase, delivery and installation of air conditioners for members with persistent asthma," the state Department of Health said. "While this program is currently under development, we intend to perform consumer and provider education and outreach so members know about the benefit."
GALLERY: The aftermath from Monday's tornado, severe weather
Clean-up efforts are underway after severe summer storms Monday brought high winds and left a trail of heavy damage in parts of the Rochester region, with a confirmed EF0 tornado touching down in Canandaigua. Damage included downed trees and snapped power poles. Several viewers in Victor and Farmington also had...
Investigating why dozens of New York hospitals have closed since 2000
NEW YORK - A new CBS New York Investigation has found nearly four dozen hospitals have closed across New York state over the past 25 years.Records from the New York State Nurses Association and the state health department show at least 42 hospitals have closed across the Empire State since 2000, but New York health officials contend some of those areas, although they wouldn't say which, may have also had new hospitals open.As Investigative Reporter Tim McNicholas reports, the impending closure of one New York City hospital is already affecting patients.Closure of Mount Sinai Beth Israel forces patients to make major...
How New Yorkers are reacting to Biden's plan to cap rent increases
NEW YORK -- President Joe Biden's new plan to cap rents and build housing drew mixed reactions in New York.The White House unveiled the housing plan Tuesday.The plan calls for building 200,000 new homes and providing $10,000 in mortgage relief. It would also cap rent increases at 5% for landlords with more than 50 units, and landlords who raise rents more than that would lose tax breaks.The plan was praised by New York tenants."President Biden is right: rent caps ensure families can set roots in their communities and stay for the long term," said Cea Weaver, the director of the Housing...
Firefighter, EMT among injured in Bronx fire
Five people have been injured in a blaze in the Bronx, including a firefighter.It happened at an apartment in the Westchester Square section. Three residents and an EMT responder were also hurt in the fire and treated for non-life-threatening injuries.The fire broke out in a third-floor apartment on Lyvere Street just before 3:30 a.m. Wednesday morning.A firefighter could be seen rescuing a woman as he carried her in his arms in the street.The cause of the fire is under investigation.ALSO READ: Hacks to save money when booking your next vacation7 On Your Side's Nina Pineda has tips on saving money when booking your next vacation.----------* More Bronx news* Send us a news tip* Download the abc7NY app for breaking news alerts* Follow us on YouTubeSubmit a tip or story idea to Eyewitness NewsHave a breaking news tip or an idea for a story we should cover? Send it to Eyewitness News using the form below. If attaching a video or photo, terms of use apply.
New York Named One of the Most Cultured States
New data has revealed the top 10 most cultured states in the U.S. The Cultural States Index, by student travel company Rustic Pathways analyzed each state against five factors: the number of National Historic Landmarks (NHLs), museums and galleries, live performance spaces, film and media sites, and literary sites. Each factor was compared against the state's population and land area (sq mi). Results for each category were converted into an overall score out of 100 to determine the ranking.
When will Lower Hudson Valley get a break from heat, humidity? The latest information
The National Weather Service has extended a heat advisory issued Monday for the Lower Hudson Valley until Wednesday evening at 9 p.m. The National Weather Service said a heat advisory is issued when the heat index, the combination of heat and humidity, is predicted to feel like "95 to 99 degrees for two or more consecutive days...
Watch Out: 12 Wanted New York Men Are ‘Armed And Dangerous’
Top New York officials warn these 12 wanted men should be considered "ARMED and DANGEROUS." Several have ties to the Hudson Valley and Upstate New York. Can you help the police find these men? What should you do if see one or know someone's whereabouts?. Can You Help Police Find...
Severe thunderstorms leave much of Southern Tier without power, downed trees, other damage
Thousands of electric customers across the Twin Tiers lost power when severe thunderstorms rumbled through the region Monday. Many of those residents remained without power Tuesday and into Wednesday, and utility company crews scrambled to restore service while other emergency responders worked to remove downed trees and deal with other damage the storm left in its wake. ...
Tiumalu Steps Down as Head Softball Coach
NEW ROCHELLE, NY - Alyssa Tiumalu announced today that she will step down as head softball coach at Iona University for personal reasons. Tiumalu joined the Gaels staff in 2022. "We would like extend our gratitude to Alyssa for her contributions to the Iona University softball program. While we are sad to see her go, we fully support her decision and wish her nothing but the best in her future endeavors." In three seasons, Tiumalu's Gaels won 62 games including a 34-30 mark in MAAC play. The Maroon & Gold competed in the conference tournament in all three years and...
Lodi man charged in Little Ferry hit-and-run that left 2 seriously injured
A Lodi man was arrested Tuesday and accused of committing a hit-and-run in Little Ferry that left two people with serious injuries, officials said. During the early morning of Sunday, the Little Ferry Police Department responded to a "serious two-car motor vehicle accident on Route 46." An investigation later revealed...
Damaging winds foreseen with thunderstorms in Hudson and Union counties Tuesday
A severe thunderstorm warning was issued by the National Weather Service on Tuesday at 9:25 p.m. in effect until 10 p.m. for Hudson and Union counties. Residents should be prepared for wind gusts of up to 60 mph. "At 9:25 p.m., a severe thunderstorm was located over Linden, moving east...
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