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New York Passes New Lithium-Ion Battery Legislation
ALBANY, N.Y. - Legislation that targets lithium-ion batteries and aims to keep New Yorkers safe both on and off the road is now on the books. The package of laws signed by Gov. Kathy Hochul on Thursday, July 11, prohibit the sale of lithium-ion batteries that are not up to manufacturing standards (and include civil penalties for violations); direct the Department of State -- in consultation with the Division of Homeland Security, Emergency Services, and the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority -- to develop and maintain safety resources; require the state fire administrator within the...
New Yorkers warned of texting scam imitating E-ZPass & Tolls by Mail
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) – The New York State Thruway Authority is warning residents about a texting scam imitating E-ZPass and Tolls by Mail via text message. Residents are told that E-ZPass and Tolls by Mail will never send anyone an email or text requesting sensitive, personal information such as social security, credit card number, usernames, […]
Deadly Cheese Incident in Upstate New York Leads to Sentencing
Johannes Vulto, a former raw milk cheese manufacturer in Upstate New York, and his company Vulto Creamery LLC, each received sentences in federal court in Syracuse on Monday, July 9 following a deadly incident. The sentencing followed guilty pleas from both Vulto and Vulto Creamery LLC to a misdemeanor offense...
N.Y. Lottery: These $1 scratch-offs offer big payouts
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — The prices of New York Lottery scratch-off tickets vary, but these 10 games in New York that only cost $1 each can have big payouts. Given the low price tag, those games come with the lowest payouts, but that doesn’t mean players can’t still see a big payday.
Fund to Aid Children Harmed at Birth Hasn’t Kept Promises, Families Say
The birth had been long and difficult. Denise Olivio requested a cesarean section, she said, but was rebuffed until a doctor decided it was an emergency. The baby, GianRaul, came out purple, and it took doctors 15 minutes to locate his heartbeat. Hours later, Olivio and her husband — exhausted but relieved that their son had survived — said they saw their doctor and midwife being pulled aside by a man in a suit who they believed was the hospital’s lawyer.
North Country Blood Drives July 22-28
The following is a list of Blood Drives across the North Country. For more information and to make an appointment to donate you can call 800-RED-CROSS or visit the American Red Cross’ website. Monday, July 22: From 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.Canton Fire Station II77 Riverside Dr.Canton, NY 13617 From 1 p.m. to 6 p.m.Best […]
Governor Hochul Awards Key Contract for Syracuse’s Transformative I-81 Project
(WNY News Now) – Syracuse – Governor Kathy Hochul announced the award of the fourth construction contract for the transformative Interstate 81 Viaduct Project. The award of the $313.5 million contract to CNY Alliance will begin construction on the Community Grid along streets on Syracuse’s eastside, in the former 15th Ward neighborhood. The Community Grid will replace the elevated highway in Downtown Syracuse and will relieve existing traffic congestion challenges in the city, while improving access to and from the interstate highway network and key destinations, including the downtown business districts, area hospitals, and higher education institutions.
Massive Number Of Tourists Choosing Upstate New York Over NYC
Tourism is booming in "unexpected" places in Upstate New York, but declining in New York City. In late June, New York Gov. Kathy Hochul paused the start of Congestion Pricing "indefinitely." The plan was set to start on June 30 and would have charged drivers at least $15 to drive...
Madonna's Son David Banda Claims He Doesn't Have 'Enough Money' for Food Since Moving Into New Place With Girlfriend
Madonna's son David Banda is learning how hard it is to live on his own. The pop star's kiddo, 18, revealed during a recent Instagram Live that he's been shacking up with his girlfriend in New York City but has still struggled to make ends meet despite having a millionaire mother. "I love it. I'm not on my own, I've got my girlfriend. But I love it. It's lovely to experience it being nine o'clock at night, me being hungry and realizing that I don't have enough money to get food and scavenging. It's fun to be young!" he...
July 27-28: Dinosaur Adventure Watertown 2024
The Watertown Municipal Arena is hosting Dinosaur Adventure on Saturday, July 27, from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Sunday, July 28, from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Watertown Municipal Arena600 William T Field Dr.Watertown, NY Dinosaur Adventure is an exhibit featuring realistic, life-sized dinosaurs that come alive with their life-like movement and roars. Children’s […]
Sammy Hagar Can’t Meet Cop Who Wrote ‘I Can’t Drive 55′ Ticket
Sammy Hagar’s hopes of meeting the state trooper who wrote his “I Can’t Drive 55” speeding ticket appear to be dashed following an ex-cop’s attempt to solve the mystery. The singer will bring his Van Halen-focused Best of All Worlds tour to Saratoga Springs, New...
Cambridge's Maddy Enright crowned Queen of Queens at OVAC game halftime
Ohio County, W.Va. — The crowning of the Queen of Queens took place Saturday night at halftime of the Rudy Mumley OVAC All-Star football game. This year's winner was Maddy Enright of Cambridge High School. She was one of 23 contestants who performed Thursday night at the Queen of Queen pageant.
Hometown Jockey wins the Lake George Stakes
Saratoga Springs, NY (WRGB) — In the Lake George Stakes, Saratoga jockey Dylan Davis had a chance to reign victorious. Riding his horse Pounce, Davis faced a tough challenge as Pounce wasn't even in the top four with a quarter of a mile to go. In the final stretch, the horse trained by Mark Casse surged ahead and claimed victory, winning by three-quarters of a length.
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