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Fire Breaks Out at Prime Storage in New York
A fire broke out at Prime Storage on Route 9 in Wappingers Falls, New York at approximately 1:40 p.m. on Sunday, shutting down the roadway in both directions for over two hours as firefighters battled the blaze. The fire had spread through multiple units causing significant property damage and making...
New Jersey and New York Grocery Chain Banning this Controversial Item
Stop & Shop has been in the news quite a bit lately. The grocer recently announced the closure of many "underperforming" stores in New Jersey and New York. The following locations in New Jersey will close its doors by the end of the year:. 1083 Inman Ave., Edison. 1049 US...
More than 52,000 come out for Day 7 of 2024 NYS Fair
Geddes, N.Y. — More than 52,000 people hit the New York State fairgrounds for the seventh day of the fair. That brings total attendance so far this year to 439,973 as the fair enters its second week. A stretch of good weather could break Wednesday. The National Weather Service...
Beloved Chain Restaurant Forced To Close More New York Eateries
A popular restaurant chain that recently closed over 10 New York locations announced more closures. Earlier this year, Hudson Valley Post learned Red Lobster was closing nearly 50 locations across the country, including many in New York. Red Lobster Closes Many New York Locations. See the full list of New...
OTB looking for future leadership
BUFFALO, N.Y. — Off-Track Betting in Western New York is looking to bring on a new president and CEO. State Senator Sean Ryan has concerns about the current president Henry Wojtaszek, who accepted a nearly $300,000 buyout. "We passed a law in New York State prohibiting golden parachutes. It...
Country Star Draws Biggest Crowd At New York State Fair, 2nd Largest All Time
It's the second-largest crowd at a New York State Fair concert. Who's that popular? A new country star!. Laney Wilson holds the record for the largest crowd. More than 52,000 fans packed into Suburban Park to kick off the 2023 New York State Fair. That's a lot more people than the 850 who came to see her when she appeared at Kegs Canal 6 months earlier.
Dr. Michael McLymore, Sr. to Retire from NECSD
NEWBURGH – “I think it’s my season at this time to retire,” said Dr. Michael McLymore, Sr., Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources at the Newburgh Enlarged City School District (NECSD) who is set to retire on August 30th. “I’ve given a lot to the district. I’ve done my best. You know when it’s time to move.”
Man Dies After Being Shot In Broad Daylight At Park In Westchester
Two men were shot during an incident at a public park in Westchester, including one man who later died of his injuries, police said.The shooting happened just after 5 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 26 at Doyle Park on Ashburton Avenue in Yonkers, when two men were found with gunshot wounds, according to Yonk…
Wendy Williams Seen for the First Time in Over a Year at Holistic Store in New Jersey After Shocking Dementia Diagnosis: Photo
Wendy Williams has finally resurfaced after more than a year in hiding.The iconic talk show host, 60, paid a visit to the Bolingo Balance holistic store in Newark, N.J., with her son, Kevin Hunter Jr., months after she announced her shocking frontotemporal dementia diagnosis. Williams looked refreshed as she posed with store runner Victor Bowman, who claimed the former daytime diva was "sharp, upbeat and aware" and "very bubbly" during her time at the establishment.The staffer said Williams was "engaging but wasn't as familiar with what we do here, so her son was more explaining things." "She talked about circulation...
Check your utility bills: Some NJ residents to receive one-time break
Relief on is on the way for New Jersey households. During the September bill cycle, the Murphy Administration will offer households a one-time bill credit for electric or gas. Roughly 278,000 ratepayers will benefit from the $175 break, made possible through the state’s Residential Energy Assistance Payment initiative. “Costly...
Poughkeepsie bond rating continues improving
POUGHKEEPSIE – It has taken nine years and three mayors for Poughkeepsie to overcome the $13.2 million deficit that former Mayor John Tkazyik left for his successor, Rob Rolison, now a state senator. On Tuesday, Moody’s Ratings recognized the financial outlook by upgrading the city’s bond rating from Ba1 to Baa3. The previous bond rating was considered “non-investment grade,” resulting in exorbitant interest rates on bonds.
FREE Food All Day Coming For New York State?
The new school year will begin in just a few days and families across New York State are finalizing their plans and shopping!. The summer has been filled with fun and excitement and now the regular routine is about to start. For kids, it may be a tough dose of reality. For parents, a big relief? Either way, the first day of school is just about here.
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