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Chilly August in New York? Whiteface Feels Like Winter’s Already Here!
You think it's cool for August in New York? It feels like winter has already started at the peak of Whiteface Mountain. As the temperatures drop for a few days, making it feel more like fall in New York, the weather at Whiteface is an entirely different story. Many of...
NY State Fair forecast for Day 6: Enjoy the sunshine before expected rain later in the week
Geddes, N.Y. — Fairgoers can enjoy warm weather and cool breezes at the New York State Fair Monday before rain showers arrive as early as Tuesday night. Temperatures will be about 84 degrees throughout Monday paired with calm wind from the northwest in the afternoon, according to the National Weather Service. By that night, temperatures will drop to around 62 degrees.
Beware! This Email Scam Is Hitting New York Again
DO NOT BE SCAMMED! There is an email scam making its way through New York State again and even the most aware New Yorker can be fooled. Warning - If you receive an email with the subject line Traffic Citation it's most likely a scam! I received this exact email earlier this year and immediately contacted the New York State Police. This is what they had to say.
New York State Police Officer Suspended and Facing Charges in Alleged Robbery
It goes without saying that police officers, whether they're village, town, city or state police, when they make an arrest it's because they are dealing with someone who broke the law. Vast majority of the time, those people are regular, everyday civilians, however on occasion, police officers deal with more attention grabbing individuals, maybe some celebrity, a politician, or in this case one of their own.
Very Warm And Very Wet Fall Predicted For New York
Fall in New York might feel a lot like the summer. New Yorkers are told to prepare for a wet and warm fall. The late Summer season has been nicknamed "Summer-ween." This is when the calendar still says summer, but stores are in Fall or Halloween mode. Stores like Michaels...
You Must Report Sightings of This Invasive Bug in New York
Well, sure enough, this aggressive invasive species has made its return to the Hudson Valley. Unfortunately, these bugs have pretty severe negative impacts on our environment, but here's the latest on what to do when you see one and how you can help prevent them!. Spotted Lanternflies in New York.
New York losing longtime news radio station in deal with ESPN brand
NEW YORK — Another era has been set to end, as WCBS 880 AM news radio will halt its programming in two weeks, nearly six decades after its first broadcast. Parent company Audacy is a Philadelphia-based owner of more than 230 radio stations in the U.S. Its brands include...
6 Cold Cases With Rewards In New York
New York State Crime Stoppers is offering rewards for information that helps solve these 6 cold cases. If you have any information about any of these cases, please contact the NYS Crime Stoppers tip line at 1-866-313-TIPS (8477). 1. Suspected Killer: Mtayari Z. Dixon. (NYSCS Case #2022-108) Mtayari Z. Dixon...
Governor Hochul announces $18 million investment in project at Oakdale Commons in Broome County
Governor Kathy Hochul recently outlined plans for the next two phases of a transformative, mixed-use development project that is breathing new life into the former Oakdale Mall in Johnson City, Broome County. Now known as Oakdale Commons, the distressed mall is undergoing a rebirth aimed at creating a vibrant, walk-able, mixed-use, mixed income, transit-oriented anchor destination for residents and visitors alike in the Southern Tier.
These Cars Or Trucks Angry New Yorkers The Most
A new report finds even some of the most popular cars might not be worth the headache. Officials from Lemon Law Experts contacted Hudson Valley Post to inform us about its recent study on "The Cars That Make Americans the Angriest." Methodology: The Cars That Make Americans the Angriest. Lemon...
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...
UVM Medical Center’s Driver Rehabilitation Program holds adaptive car show
COLCHESTER, Vt. (WCAX) - People are getting out of their wheelchairs, and getting into their adaptive, high tech cars, showing off what they can do. “The ability to get into a conventional seat, into a vehicle, in Joan’s condition would not be possible otherwise,” Guy Kennedy of Underhill said.
Repairs to address Mario M. Cuomo Bridge safety concerns could cost millions
Just six years after the Mario M. Cuomo Bridge opened between Rockland and Westchester counties, issues with the cables that hold up the nearly $4 billion bridge are causing safety concerns that could cost millions to fix, but who is going to foot that bill?The New York State Thruway Authority wants to make it painfully clear that there's nothing wrong with the cables holding up the Mario Cuomo Tappan Zee Bridge."There's no safety issue here, no need for the public to be concerned," said New York State Thruway Authority Executive Director Frank Hoare. "The bridge is safe, it's strong."There is...
Fatal Motorcycle Crash on Route 118 in Dorchester Claims Life of Meredith Woman
Dorchester, N.H. – A fatal motorcycle crash occurred Saturday evening on Route 118 in Dorchester. State Troopers from the Troop F barracks responded to the incident at approximately 5:07 p.m. Preliminary investigations revealed that a motorcycle traveling eastbound failed to negotiate a turn. The motorcycle crossed the center line...
Two men severely hurt in crash on Rt. 22A in Shoreham
Two men are at University of Vermont Medical Center with severe injuries after a crash on Route 22A in Shoreham. A 47-year-old man from Bomoseen was driving south near the Orwell town line shortly after 1:30 p.m. Saturday. Vermont State Police say his car crossed the center line, striking a car and a motorcycle. The Bomoseen man and the motorcyclist are the two people who were hurt. No one in the northbound car was injured.
Peru Fire Station expansion goes to referendum vote
PERU | Plans to expand the Peru Volunteer Fire Department fire station on Bear Swamp Road have adjusted to add steel and fireproof framing. Courtney Tetrault, vice chair of the Peru Board of Fire Commissioners, said renovation has to incorporate Class A construction. A concept design for the fire department's...
Plattsburgh 988 mural to be dedicated this weekend
PLATTSBURGH, N.Y. (WCAX) - An official dedication for Plattsburgh’s new 988 mural is set for this weekend. The mural was completed earlier this summer and includes images of the Adirondack mountains, the words “you matter” and the 988 hotline number. This week, creators spoke about the funding...
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