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1960s Herkimer County Homicide Case Remains Under Investigation on Anniversary of Dolgeville Woman's Shooting Death
A Herkimer County homicide case from the 1960s remains under investigation by the New York State Police on the anniversary of a Dolgeville woman's shooting death. 1960s Herkimer County Homicide Case Remains Under Investigation on Anniversary of Dolgeville Woman's Shooting Death. A Herkimer County homicide case from the 1960s remains...
Minimum wage debate lands in Tompkins County legislature. Here's the latest
The Tompkins County legislature voted 11-3 Tuesday in favor of a resolution to explore an increase to the minimum wage, and to include the county legislators and Human Rights Committee in community research regarding a wage increase at the municipal level. New York’s minimum wage increased on Jan. 1 to $16 per hour in New York City, Westchester, and Long Island, and to $15 for the rest of the state. The increase was part of a seven-year...
Tractor-Trailer Crashes Into Home in New York State After Driver Fell Asleep
Police say a tractor-trailer crashed into a residence in Nw York state after the driver fell asleep. Offcials say the crash happened early Tuesday morning, after the semi first hit a vehicle parked on the street and then went into the home. WHEC reports that there were four people inside...
Poor Pup Injured While Hiking In New York, See How He Was Rescued
I find New York State to be a very dog-friendly state. Your furry friend is welcome in many hotels, restaurants and shopping malls. Colonie Center Mall on Wolf Road in Albany, for example, is not only dog-friendly but they have sanitary stations equipped with poop bags for easy clean up.
‘Global Experts’ Coming To Help Shape Future Of New York State
The "brightest minds" across the globe are coming to New York State. Gov. Kathy Hochul announced New York State welcomes a group of "global experts." Summit Will Gather Feedback on Strategies to Accelerate Renewable Energy Deployment and Explore the Potential Role of Next Generation Clean Energy Technologies. The experts are...
These Injuries In New York State Reaching ‘Epidemic Proportions’
America's fastest-growing sport is causing a massive amount of very serious injuries. Pickleball is the fastest-growing sport in the United States, according to the Association of Pickleball Professionals. America's Fastest Growing Sport. Nearly 50 million Americans played pickleball in 2023, up from 4 million in 2021. Despite some assuming pickleball...
New York hunting and trapping licenses now on sale
NEW YORK STATE (WETM) — Hunters can now buy their New York State hunting and trapping licenses for the 2024-2025 season. The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) announced on Tuesday that hunting licenses, trapping licenses, and deer management permits are now on sale. The licenses are valid from Sept. 1, 2024, through […]
Safe Options Support team recognized for homeless outreach
The New York State Office of Mental Health commissioner was in Albany this afternoon and met with local mental health and homeless outreach leaders. The work of the ‘Safe Options Support’ team was recognized for getting people into housing.
Rockland Legislature approves warning labels for gun sale site and permits
NEW CITY — Rockland has adopted a law mandating businesses selling firearms post warning labels about potential dangers and inform people getting licenses about guns. County Executive Ed Day signed the law on Wednesday after the Legislature adopted it on Tuesday night. ...
More Rain in New York This Week Could Lead to This Horrific Sight
New York has already seen its fair share of thunderstorms this week, and Tropical Storm Debby is only threatening to make matters worse when it hits the state on Friday. Besides dangers like flooding and power outages, a creepier threat lurks as well: mass migrations of insect larvae that seem to form a giant, pulsing, snake-like creature. It sounds like something out of a horror movie, but it can become very real if the rain continues to fall.
Your Stories Q&A: NYS Fair Park-N-Ride shuttles no longer cash-only
TOWN OF GEDDES, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — You ask, we answer! As we approach the start of the 2024 Great New York State Fair, the Your Stories Team has received several questions about the Fair, from ticket prices, parking, entertainment and shuttles. In the coming weeks, we will try to answer many of the questions. One […]
New York’s Cannabis Boom: Record Seizures, Skyrocketing Sales, and a Transforming Industry
New York State has aggressively cracked down on illegal cannabis operations, seizing nearly $30 million worth of illicit products and padlocking 231 stores. This enforcement supports the legal market, protecting consumers and licensed businesses. Impressive Sales Figures. In July, New York's cannabis sales surpassed $331 million, bringing year-to-date sales to...
Massive Speed Limit Change For Portions Of New York State
The summer is past the halfway point and here in New York State, there are some places that are getting ready for a new speed limit for the start of 2025. It is that time of the year that drivers are distracted more than ever! There are so many things on our minds and yet the roads are packed with so many reasons to stay focused. Kids on bike, motorcycles and people walking are just a few of the reasons.
Rules of the road: NYS traffic laws you may not know about
Those who drive in New York State know the basics: stop at a stop sign or red light, obey the speed limit, use your blinker when turning, etc. However, there are more obscure vehicle and traffic laws in New York that you may, or may not, know about.