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Hochul Attends Pre-Shabbat Reception
Rabbi Marc Schneier welcomed New York State Gov. Kathy Hochul to the Hamptons Synagogue in Westhampton Beach for her annual visit, marked by a pre-Shabbat cocktail reception. Dan’s Papers President, Victoria Schneps, presented the governor a “Vicki” statuette for the Powerful Women on the East End Award.
Federal emergency declaration approved for Suffolk County, Hochul says
BROOKHAVEN, N.Y. — President Joe Biden has approved a federal emergency declaration in Suffolk County, New York following last week's devastating flooding, Gov. Kathy Hochul announced Sunday.The declaration means Suffolk County will have access to assistance from the Federal Emergency Management Agency for emergency work on critical infrastructure.Hochul's office said local and federal partners are still working to determine if Suffolk County qualifies for federal funding from a major disaster declaration.Hochul declared a state of emergency in the county on Friday and said the state housing authority will launch an emergency repair program for homeowners on Long Island. Under the program,...
VSP: Another attempted robbery in southeastern Vermont
RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Detective Sgt. Daniel Hall. STATION: Vermont State Police Bureau of Criminal Investigations Troop B East - Westminster Barracks. The Vermont State Police is investigating an attempted armed robbery that occurred Monday afternoon, Aug. 26, 2024, in Rockingham that is believed to be connected to two other robberies at banks in southeastern Vermont. The identities of the two suspects, a man and a woman, are under active investigation. The public is cautioned that the pair should be considered armed and dangerous.
Horseheads fishermen win state crowns at Bassmaster Classic
SYRACUSE (WETM) – Some talented fishermen brought home top honors in the state this past week. Four area Horseheads fisherman earned first place in the annual Bassmaster NY State Junior & High School Classic event held at Onondaga Lake in Syracuse. In the high school division, Beckett Kraft and Grant Edwards won for Horseheads High […]
NNYCF offers LEAD Impact grants for tri-county non-profits
WATERTOWN, N.Y. (WWTI) – The Northern New York Community Foundation has announced that nonprofit organizations serving Jefferson, Lewis, and St. Lawrence counties can apply for up to $20,000 in funding as part of the LEAD Impact grant program. The LEAD Council is an advisory committee of 25 young professionals tasked with making key investments in […]
Frequent flooding in Vt. threatens the future of historic settlement patterns
A series of catastrophic floods over the past 14 months is raising new questions about how, and whether, Vermonters can coexist with the rivers they live by. Until the early morning hours of Tuesday, July 30, Andy Poginy’s backyard in Lyndonville was an idyllic rural sanctuary. “Where we are...
Highest Work Zone Speeding Ticket in New York This Year
You won't believe the highest speed recorded in a work zone this year. Slow down! Especially in work zones. The radar cameras on New York roads through the Automated Work Zone Speed Enforcement program have captured several speeders. But one driver was caught going faster than anyone else this year.
Man Arrested Outside New York State Fair With AR-15
A North Carolina man was arrested with an assault weapon outside of the New York State Fair. A 34-year-old man from Charlotte, North Carolina was arrested outside of the New York State Fair on Saturday, August 24, 2024. Curtis D. Young was charged with two counts of Criminal Possession of a Weapon, a 3rd degree class “D” felony. New York State Troopers observed Young acting suspiciously after exiting his truck on the exit ramp from I-690 at State Fair Boulevard. During an interview with State Police, he admitted that he had an AR-15 and a 30-round magazine inside of his truck.
NY weather: Look for pea-sized hail with thunderstorms to hit Suffolk County Monday
The National Weather Service issued a report at 6:08 p.m. on Monday for strong thunderstorms until 7 p.m. for Suffolk County. Wind gusts of up to 30 mph and pea-sized hail (0.25 inches) are foreseen. "At 6:08 p.m., Doppler radar tracked a strong thunderstorm near Stony Brook, moving south at...
Wanted By New York State Police, Do You Know This Person?
New York State Police are asking the public for any information regarding the identity of an individual suspected of burglary from earlier this month. The picture below doesn't offer a lot of information but perhaps you will see something that you recognize. Scroll down to see more information regarding this...
New York Office of Cannabis Management Acting Director Says They Won’t Process 2023 Marijuana Applications Until 2025
The Marijuana Herald - Marijuana news and information The head of the New York Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) says that they don’t plan to finish reviewing 2023 applications for those wanting to enter the recreational marijuana market until sometime in 2025. Felicia Reid, acting director of the OCM, told Spectrum News 1 that there are still 600 applications pending for marijuana retailers … Continue reading The post New York Office of Cannabis Management Acting Director Says They Won’t Process 2023 Marijuana Applications Until 2025 appeared first on The Marijuana Herald.
Hundreds gather at NYS Fair to honor fallen officers on Law Enforcement Day
Geddes, N.Y. — Hundreds of law enforcement officers, politicians and dignitaries from throughout New York gathered at the State Fair on Monday for a ceremony honoring fallen officers. The noontime event outside the Horticulture Building began as Syracuse police officers, Onondaga County sheriff’s deputies and state troopers followed Syracuse...
Pat Ryan says ‘no doubt’ Harris on top of ticket boosts Democrats’ chance at House majority
Rep. Pat Ryan (D-N.Y.) on Sunday expressed confidence that Vice President Harris’s ascension to the top of the Democratic presidential ticket will boost the party’s chance at taking back the House majority this fall. “Definitely, no doubt,” Ryan said when asked by CBS News’s “Face the Nation” anchor Margaret Brennan if Democrats have a better…
Lake Placid’s 2024-2025 Season: A Showcase Of Global Sports Events
Lake Placid is set to shine as a premier destination for international sports during the 2024-2025 season. The New York State Olympic Regional Development Authority (Olympic Authority) has announced an impressive lineup of World Cup events and World Championships that will showcase the region’s sports facilities and rich history.
NY weather: Pea-sized hail anticipated with thunderstorms in Essex County Monday
The National Weather Service issued a weather alert at 12:43 p.m. on Monday for strong thunderstorms until 1:15 p.m. for Essex County. Brace for pea-sized hail (0.25 inches) and wind gusts of up to 40 mph. "At 12:43 p.m., Doppler radar tracked a strong thunderstorm near Scaroon Manor Public Campground,...
Concerns arise over New York’s timeline for school districts to fully transition to electric bus fleets
ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Next week, kids across the region will be heading back to school. While most of them will be getting picked up by a traditional diesel-powered yellow school bus, some may have a quieter ride. While most local districts still don’t have a single electric school bus,...
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