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Upstate New York Woman Snaps Viral, ‘Once-in-a-Lifetime’ Storm Photo
A woman in Upstate NY shared a stunning storm photo that many thought was fake. But it's not, and weather experts agree she snapped a once-in-a-lifetime picture. It's as if someone married two images together; one side of the photo is ominously grey, while the other is surprisingly sunny, and two massive lightning strikes make this photo electrify the image. Oh, and a stunning rainbow splits the image in half.
Motorcyclist dies of injuries days after July 4 crash in Sussex County
A 64-year-old motorcyclist died of his injuries days after crashing on July 4 in Sussex County, authorities said Thursday. Timothy L. Angle was riding east on Monroe Road in Lafayette when the bike went off the road as he rounded a curve just before 6 p.m., State Police said. The...
Mayor, county legislator want answers in aftermath of toddler’s death (Video)
MONTICELLO – Village of Monticello Mayor Rochelle Massey began Wednesday night’s Board of Trustees meeting with a moment of silence for the two-year-old boy who died a day earlier after being left inside a car during the sweltering heat. When the session was over, Massey called out Sullivan...
Chef Hiroki Odo and Dassai Brewery Announce Sake Tasting
The award-winning Dassai Brewery will be collaborating with chef Hiroki Odo (above) of the two-Michelin-starred odo restaurant on a special immersive sake tasting experience on July 29, which will begin at The Gallery, and then pass-through HALL, odo restaurant and odo lounge (17 West 20th Street). Open to the public,...
Dueling Gaza protests lead to multiple arrests, limited access to Grand Central Terminal
Police made multiple arrests Thursday night after dueling pro-Palestinian and pro-Israel protests broke out in Manhattan and let to restricted access to Grand Central Terminal.There was an increased police presence outside the terminal after the MTA was made aware of plans for a pro-Palestinian protest at 5:30 p.m.Protesters were seen gathering at Pershing Square on 42nd Street across from Grand Central.Eventually, protesters began marching south past 40th Street before settling at Penn Plaza right next to Madison Square Garden.Police say multiple arrests were made, but was not immediately clear how many.The terminal has been the scene of disruptive pro-Palestinian protests...
Mets sign catcher who has found consistent success in minors
The Mets and catcher Logan Porter are in agreement on a major league deal, according to Ari Alexander of KPRC 2 on X. The deal for the Gaeta Sports Management client is pending a physical. Porter has options and won’t necessarily be added to the active roster, but it appears he’ll get a 40-man spot. The Mets will need to open a spot there to make the move official.
Celebrated NJ township official stole recreation permit fees, cops say
BRICK — An award-winning recreation director has been charged with stealing municipal fees. Daniel Santaniello, 46, of Brick, asked private organizations that pay township facility permit fees to pay him directly in cash instead of paying the township, investigators said/. Santaniello pocketed the cash and issued fraudulent receipts to...
ALERT: These Campsites In New York State Have CLOSED
The recent storms that pounded portions of New York State have lead to officials closing various campsites. The summer storms that raged through the last few days left a line of destruction behind. As residents cleanup and, in some cases, start to rebuild their homes, the weather is starting to become more enjoyable with less humidity and sunny skies.
This Day in the Near Future is Upstate NY’s Worst Night of Sleep
Yes, there's a study for everything and now, according to Amerisleep, there is actually a night in the very near future that is New York's worst night for sleep, according to a study. The study looks at each state and for New York, the worst night of the year for...
Northern Credit Union warns members about password scam
WATERTOWN, N.Y. (WWTI) – Northern Credit Union issued an alert about scams regarding passwords on member accounts. In an email sent out Wednesday afternoon, the financial institution warned that some members have been receiving automated calls from 315-783-0155 stating their passwords have been reset. The individual is prompted to select 1 if this was not them, […]
An endangered tree kangaroo has been born at the Bronx Zoo
A rare tree kangaroo has finally made its celebrity appearance!. A little joey was born at the end of December at the Bronx Zoo, but has been in the pouch period until now. This week, we’re finally getting our first glimpse of it, and while any newborn animal would be a cause for celebration, this is an extra special event because it is only the second of its species to be born at the Bronx Zoo and to this particular female kangaroo since 2021.
St. James-Smithtown Little League Holds Another Successful Little League Softball State Championship
St. James-Smithtown Little League just completed its second year of hosting the 12U New York State Little League Softball Championship Tournament, and it was a major success. The week was filled with fun activities, like face paint and bouncy houses, along with delicious food and beverages. And, of course, plenty of softball.
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