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Boar's Head faces class action lawsuit in NY after listeria outbreak
A class action lawsuit against Boar's Head was filed in a New York district court last week following the company's more than 7 million pound recall of meat and poultry products linked to a deadly listeria outbreak toward the end of July. The lawsuit, filed in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York on August 1, says Boar's Head Provisions Co. Inc. "has improperly, deceptively, and misleadingly labeled and marketed its products...
Big Lots store closures expand to Rochester region. See the locations closing in NY
Seven additional New York Big Lots locations will close this year as the discount retailer struggles with a tough consumer market, including the Canandaigua location and two in Western New York. Three others — two in Long Island and one north of Albany — were said to be closing in New York according...
SHOCKING: Popular Burger Place Closing In Western New York
On the heels of winning an award at this year's Taste of Buffalo, a local burger place announced they will be closing their doors this month. Stack Burger which is located on Abbott Road in Lackawanna posted on their Facebook page that they will be shutting down after 9 years.
First Colombian Flag-Raising Ceremony Held at Utica City Hall
Utica's Colombian community gathered with elected officials for the inaugural flag-raising ceremony at City Hall. First Colombian Flag-Raising Ceremony Held at Utica City Hall. Utica's Colombian community gathered with elected officials for the inaugural flag-raising ceremony at City Hall.
Fresco Fish to relocate into Dippin Donuts building
NEW HARTFORD — Fresco Fish Market at the New Hartford Shopping Center will soon be swimming upstream to a new location — the former Dippin Donuts site at 8483 Seneca Turnpike. The fish market is owned by Francesco Affatigato — son of Vito Affatigato, who ran Utica’s iconic...
Tri-State Area nursing home company discouraged 911 calls, ex-employee says
TROY, N.Y. – A former employee of a New York nursing home company says she was fired for blowing the whistle about what she describes as unsafe practices.Former New York nursing home employee describes alleged unsafe practicesFrom insect infestations in patients' rooms to holes in the ceiling, former nursing director Cheri Reppenhagen said she complained to her bosses about those problems and more at the Troy Center because she wanted things to improve at the upstate nursing home."I valued the work I did. I lived and breathed my job," she told CBS New York investigative reporter Tim McNicholas.Reppenhagen said she pushed...
Wynn surgical room tours can ease patient stress, MVHS officials say
UTICA — Patients often find themselves feeling nervous or anxious about an upcoming procedure. With the Wynn Hospital being open for just under a year, many people across the Mohawk Valley still have not yet experienced the hospital for themselves — leading some patients to be even more nervous or anxious with not knowing what to expect.
Youth Fun and Fitness Run teaches lessons about health, wellness
UTICA — Oneida County hosted the seventh annual Youth Fun and Fitness Run on Wednesday, Aug. 6, giving local children the opportunity to spend time outside, get some exercise and have fun. Children ages 4 to 13 participated in four races, which were separated by age group. They were...
New Location for Burrstone Road Laboratory at Slocum-Dickson Medical Group
UTICA, N.Y. -- Slocum-Dickson Medical Group announced the modernization and relocation of the main laboratory at the Burrstone Road Campus. Starting August 12, 2024, the laboratory will relocate to the lower level, just past the CT department. The new location offering patients a contemporary and spacious setting, including a dedicated...
Herkimer College Announces Important Dates and Information for New Students
Herkimer College announces the new student welcome schedule for the fall 2024 semester. Wednesday, August 14 two virtual information sessions take place at 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. with new commuter and residential students required to attend one session. Students will receive an overview of what to expect at the upcoming orientation and need-to-know information to prepare for arrival on campus.
Track and field preview, Aug. 8: Lyles, McLaughlin-Levrone to leave it all on the track
Previewing track and field action on August 8 including the finals in the women's 400m hurdles and the men's 200m. Source: https://www.nbcolympics.com/news/track-and-field-preview-aug-8-lyles-mclaughlin-levrone-leave-it-all-track.
NY village clerk is ordered to forfeit pension after embezzling $1 million over 19 years
Ursula Stone, a former village clerk from Addison, has made history in New York’s fight against corruption. She has agreed to relinquish her pension after allegations of embezzling more than $1 million in village funds. This is a significant step forward for the state’s anti-corruption efforts, as it is the first time a politician has voluntarily surrendered their pension under the law.
Harris almost doubles Biden’s lead on Trump in New York: Poll
Vice President Harris has nearly doubled President Biden’s lead over former President Trump in New York since launching her campaign last month, according to a new poll. The new Siena College poll found Harris has a 14-point lead over the former president with 53 percent of support among New York voters, while Trump trails with 39 percent of support from his home state. Harris’s lead is up from Biden’s 8-point margin over Trump when the poll was taken in late June.
Herkimer College Looking for 'Makers of the Mohawk Valley' for Upcoming Exhibit
HERKIMER, N.Y. -- Herkimer College will soon showcase a gallery featuring makers in the Mohawk Valley. The show, which is titled Makers of the Mohawk Valley, begins on Aug. 30 and will feature art and other finely crafted objects produced by individuals aged 18 and older who live or work in the Mohawk Valley.
Capital Region counties prepare for floods
Fulton County officials say they’re taking the storm threat seriously. “It's shifted a little bit west, yesterday. It seems to create a little more problems for the immediate area. Fulton, Montgomery, Hamilton County, there's a nice little red dot where we're going to hit the jackpot for rain.” Said Fulton County Emergency Services Director, Steven Santa Maria. “We do flood response as part of a swift water team that made up of Montgomery Fulton and Schoharie counties those guys are busy making sure the equipment ready to go so that we needed.”