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New Ice Cream Cocktails Hidden Along Hudson Valley Waterfront
The Hudson Valley has been experiencing a hot summer already. While some residents have been staying cool indoors and in local swimming pools, others may be wondering what else they can do. Hudson Valley ice cream stands have allowed residents to stay cool by serving them ice cream, shakes and...
Major Update In 20-Year-Old Upstate New York Cold Case
The alleged "vicious killer" of a missing Hudson Valley woman is one step closer to going to trial. Megan McDonald, an NYPD detective's daughter, was killed in 2023. Her alleged killer wasn't arrested until 2023. Wallkill Resident Murdered In 2003. In late April 2023, Edward Holley was charged with murder...
Intercard Installs Galore: Venues Big and Small Upgrade
Intercard recently touted two installs that show the wide range of facilities they work with, including at the 280-acre Playland amusement park in Rye, N.Y., and the 8,000-sq.-ft. indoor Jungle Jam in Albuquerque, N.M. “While the two centers differ dramatically in size and scope, both operators found Intercard’s versatile cashless...
Minisink Valley grad Dolson to compete in WNBA three-point shooting contest
It’s rare for a center to be a 3-point sharpshooter unless you are Stefanie Dolson. Dolson, a Minisink Valley graduate, will be part of the WNBA All-Star festivities on Friday night at the Footprint Center in Phoenix, competing in the three-point shooting contest. The former University of Connecticut star leads the WNBA in three-point shooting percentage at 48.5 percent (49-of-101 shot attempts) among all players who attempted at least 50 three-point shots this season.
New York Stage And Film Reveals 2024 Filmmakers' Workshop Participants & 2024 Awards Recipients
New York Stage and Film has revealed the participants for its Filmmakers' Workshop and the 2024 Pfaelzer and Founders' Awards Recipients, as well as additional casting for its 2024 Summer Season at Marist College, which kicks off today in Poughkeepsie, NY. For 39 years, NYSAF has operated as a vital...
CPD Would Like To Remind Everyone Of The Dangers Of Leaving Children Or Pets In Hot Vehicles
On July 16, 2024, at approximately 2:15 p.m., the Clarkstown Police Department received a call stating that a young child had been locked in a vehicle on a day when temperatures reached 98 degrees at Costco, 50 Overlook Blvd., in Nanuet. The first arriving officer came upon the vehicle, where...
Poll: Who were the Journal's 2023-24 overall Athletes of the Year?
With the school year about a month behind us and preseason practices for the fall sports still about a month away, we figured it would be good to reflect a bit on what was a tremendous year for local sports. Three teams and three individual athletes won state championships, and there were several remarkable and record-setting performances.
Woman charged with intentionally starting fire with intent to kill people inside
NEWBURGH – A City of Newburgh woman has been arrested for allegedly starting a fire intentionally with the intent of killing people inside a residence following a dispute. Ashley Jessup, 35, was wanted on charges stemming from an arson investigation that began following a fire at 73 Carpenter Avenue on June 24.
Exciting Free Summer Series Arrives in New Rochelle
Exciting Free Summer Series Arrives in New Rochelle. There’s a new free summer series coming to New Rochelle this weekend! The hosts, RXR, Casaroma Cafe, and The Lincoln Park Conservancy, have curated a diverse range of fun weekend events designed especially for New Rochelle residents and families. This series also welcomes Westchester residents and families to New Rochelle to see the many changes the city has made in the last few years to revitalize the town and create space for community growth. From arts and crafts and outdoor games to a dog fashion show(!), this series brings six weeks of free fun for New Rochelle families to enjoy, and we have all the details on everything starting this weekend.
Man Found Drowning In Canopus Lake In Kent Dies At Hospital
The incident leading to the man's death began in Putnam County on Tuesday, July 16 around 1:45 p.m., when a possible drowning incident was reported at Canopus Lake Beach in Fahnestock State Park off Route 301 in Kent. According to Kent Police, arriving first responders and police helped park staff...
Hochul adds 28 family and civil court judges across NYS in effort to decrease case backlog
ALBANY, N.Y. — New York Governor Kathy Hochul signed legislation Thursday which plans to reduce case backlog in both family and civil courts. The new law will add 28 judges across the state and 16 judges for New York City. "Civil and family courts adjudicate some of the most...
List released on state prison closings
ALBANY, New York (WWNY) -The north country’s three prisons were spared from being shut down by the state. The list released to the union representing state corrections officers by the state Department of Corrections and Community Supervision doesn’t include Cape Vincent, Gouverneur, or Riverview correctional facilities. It names...
Finger Lakes’ Weis Vineyards named New York’s ‘Winery of the Year’
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — A popular winery in the Finger Lakes region has been named the Winery of the Year at the 38th Annual New York Wine Classic. Weis Vineyards, located in Hammondsport, was honored with the award for Winery of the Year and the Governor’s Cup for its 2018 Reisling Ice Wine. The New […]
Heading To Dierks At SPAC? Get Hired With NYS Law Enforcement
If you are heading to the Dierks Bentley show at Saratoga Performing Arts Center tonight (Thursday, July 18th) you will not only see an amazing country show, but you could apply for one of the many jobs offered through New York State law enforcement. If you are interested in a...
Blade collapse, New York launch and New Jersey research show uneven progress of offshore wind
New Jersey officials said they would make nearly $5 million available for scientific research projects to document current environmental conditions in areas where wind farms are planned, as well as to predict and prevent potential harm to the environment or wildlife.
Finz & Finz: Family-Run LI Personal Injury Law Firm Fighting for the Little People for 40 Years and Counting
When it comes to a law practice, the stereotypical vision that pops into most people's minds – often ushered in via movies and television shows – is that they are the very embodiment of soulless, ambulance-chasing corporate greed, but the reality is that many people enter the legal field not for their own benefit, but to actually help others.
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...
CNY Inspirations: Awareness of the present
This feature is coordinated by The Post-Standard/Syracuse.com and InterFaith Works of CNY. Follow this theme and author posted Sunday, Tuesday and Thursday. There is nowhere I would rather be than in Upstate New York during the summer. Our region boasts of sparkly lakes, lush adventure and fragrant fruit. Summer has an innate vibe of slowing down, one to which I try my best to pay attention.
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