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3 Dogs Found Abandoned Near Road In Putnam Valley: Information Needed
The three dogs were found in Putnam County during the early morning hours of Saturday, July 13 in the area of Sunken Mine Road in Putnam Valley, the Putnam County SPCA announced on Monday, July 15. The dogs appear to all be around 1-and-a-half years old and are female collie...
Peekskill residents weigh in on city’s proposed Depew Park renovations
Comparing Peekskill’s 191-acre Depew Park to a house with separate “rooms” — fields, courts, trails,– an outside consultant suggested ways to unify the city’s natural treasure at a community meeting last week. On Tuesday July 9 at the Neighborhood Center, the City of Peekskill,...
You may be eligible for a free air conditioner in NY. Here's what you should know
Some New Yorkers may be eligible for a free air conditioner through New York's expanded Essential Plan program early next year. "As part of Governor Hochul's recently announced Extreme Heat Action Plan, the State's Essential Plan will add coverage for the purchase, delivery and installation of air conditioners for members with persistent asthma," the state Department of Health said. "While this program is currently under development, we intend to perform consumer and provider education and outreach so members know about the benefit."
NY declares state of emergency after tornado and storm damage. Here's what it means
A state of emergency has been declared for all of New York after several strong storms wreaked havoc across the state within the past week. Gov. Kathy Hochul made the announcement late Tuesday after the latest of the storms toppled church steeples and knocked out power for many residents in Rome. Nine tornadoes have been confirmed statewide so far as a result of the recent severe weather, with one of the most recent tearing through Canandaigua.
Governor Hochul Announces Nearly $8 Million for Shoreline Restoration on Long Island
Governor Hochul today announced $7.7 million for shoreline restoration on Long Island. The investment will help to repair the eroded Baxter Beach shoreline in Port Washington. The erosion and loss of shoreline has led to substantial flooding, endangering communities and affecting plant and marine life. “Long Islanders understand how quickly...
New York Shines Bright in the Olympic Medal Count
With the Olympic Games fast approaching and Team USA getting ready to show off their skills once again in Paris, New York stands out for its incredible contribution to the United States gold medal tally. While the excitement continues to build for the upcoming competition, let's shine the spotlight on...
NY weather: Weather alert issued for strong thunderstorms in New York Wednesday midday
A report was issued from the National Weather Service on Wednesday at 12:16 p.m. for strong thunderstorms until 12:45 p.m. for Montgomery, Saratoga and Schenectady counties. Residents can be ready for wind gusts of up to 40 mph. "At 12:16 p.m., Doppler radar tracked a strong thunderstorm over Rotterdam Junction,...
NY weather: Air quality alert in effect for Ulster and Dutchess counties until Wednesday night
An air quality alert was issued in effect until 11 p.m. for Ulster and Dutchess counties. "The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation at Albany has issued a Air Quality Health Advisory for Ground Level Ozone until 11 p.m. this evening," states the National Weather Service. Air quality alerts:...
Ina Kim-Schaad and Natalie Grainger Triumph at NYS Women’s Amateur and Mid-Amateur Championships
(WNY News Now) – SKANEATELES, N.Y. — Ina Kim-Schaad dominated the 94th NYS Women’s Amateur Championship, while Natalie Grainger secured her first title at the 15th Mid-Amateur Championship at Skaneateles Country Club. Ina Kim-Schaad prevailed at the 94th NYS Women’s Amateur Championship, turning in a three over tournament to win by five strokes. Kim-Schaad, 40, from Deepdale…
Survey Reveals Most Stressful Days And Times For New Yorkers
This comes as no big surprise to me but we are really stressed out. A recent survey by Voice Nation revealed the most stressful moments that workers in New York experience. They took a look into the craziest days of the week, the most nerve-wracking times of the day, and the most stress-filled month of the year, all for New York employees.
New York State Man Sues To Win Back Exotic Animal That Was Taken By DEC
Back in 1990, a New York state man said he purchased a young alligator from a reptile show in Ohio. Since then, the large reptile named Albert grew to become somewhat of a local celebrity in one New York community, as well as a self-professed emotional support animal for a man named Anthony Cavallaro.
Assemblywoman Buttenschon Statement on Tornado
New York State, Oneida County, and Rome are still currently under a State of Emergency. Many of our families, churches, organizations, businesses, and government offices have been devastated by the tornado that touched down in Rome. My prayers go out to all that are dealing with the current devastation. Thank...
Daring Rescue: Many Saved After Multiple Boats Overturn In Upstate New York
Six people boating in an Upstate New York River were injured when multiple boats overturned and saved miles away. On Tuesday, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) confirmed in its " DEC Forest Rangers - Week in Review" that Forest Ranger saved six people from a river. The weekly report highlights recent statewide forest ranger action.
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