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Latest crime fighting tool coming to Carmel
CARMEL – Carmel Police Chief Anthony Hoffmann is always on the prowl for funds for the purchase of technology. Putnam County’s largest township has been awarded $400,000 in grant funding from the State Division of Criminal Justice Services for technology upgrades in conjunction with the Law Enforcement Technology (LETECH) grant program.
New Yorkers Told To ‘Destroy & Discard’ Food Sold In New York
Nearly 450 people nationwide, including many New Yorkers, got very sick from vegetables. The CDC is warning of a multistate salmonella outbreak linked to cucumbers. Multistate Salmonella Outbreak Linked To Cucumbers. Illnesses dates range from March 11, 2024, to June 4, 2024. Recalled cucumbers are being linked to at least...
You Must Report Sightings of This Invasive Bug in New York
Well, sure enough, this aggressive invasive species has made its return to the Hudson Valley. Unfortunately, these bugs have pretty severe negative impacts on our environment, but here's the latest on what to do when you see one and how you can help prevent them!. Spotted Lanternflies in New York.
These Are The 23 Drive-In Theaters Left In NY State
Today is National Drive-In Day (June 6th) and New York State has the highest number of drive-in movie theater screens in the country. That means there's probably one not too far from wherever you are. There are a handful here in the Capital Region. Back in the swinging '60s, drive-in...
New York State Giving $2 Billion In Bonuses To Many Workers
New York State officials confirmed over $2 billion in bonuses is being paid out to a large number of workers. On Tuesday, Gov. Kathy Hochul announced that bonuses are coming for 800,000 workers. Over $2 Billion To More Than 800,000 New York Health Care Workers. Hochul announced that $2 billion...
Rain and thunder heading into the weekend
Rochester, N.Y. (WHAM) — We made it through the work week with plenty of sunshine and gradually increasing warmth, but it looks like our collective weather fortunes will be changing as we head into the weekend. Before we get to that expected change, enjoy the dry weather during the...
Local Fire Departments Stomp Out Black Rock Forest Fire
The Black Rock Forest in Cornwall New York is extremely relieved and grateful after a destructive fire burned through its maintenance garage on Wednesday. In a press release issued today staff at Black Rock shared how thankful they were that local fire departments responding where able to contain the fire to the garage.
Win a Pair of Tickets to the 2024 Dutchess County Fair
The Dutchess County Fair returns to the fairgrounds in Rhinebeck, New York from August 20th to August 25th. You can win a pair of tickets for admission to the fair below by entering in your information!. All Rides Run Daily: Tues-Sat 11:00 AM til Closing | Sun 11:00AM–8:00PM. Daily...
Mid-Hudson region will see showers and thunderstorms through the weekend
A rainy weekend is in store for the mid-Hudson region, and the National Weather Service said that probably will include some thunderstorms. But the rain will be sporadic rather than constant, and a stormy Saturday and Sunday will be preceded by a sunny Friday, with high temperatures in the 80s across the region. The...
BREAKING NEWS: Governor’s office making it easier to help storm victims receive $50,000
Bowie family: This restores our faith in government; Coverage from the Hornell Sun and Wellsville Sun along with a plea from the Bowie family has resulted in policy change. Families from Independence in Allegany County to Addison in Steuben County were concerned the would not receive $50,000 in additional aid from storm damage because of their family income level being too high.
Queensbury's Brigid Duffy leading U.S. Women's Lacrosse into World Lacrosse U20 Championship
For the last two years, Queensbury native Brigid Duffy has shined for Army West Point women's lacrosse on a national stage. Now, she'll be putting her talents on display...on the world stage.
HoehmTown Happenings: Give Back This Weekend: National Nonprofit Day And The Rockland Duck Derby
There aren’t many things in life that are more rewarding than having a great time while supporting a local charity, but having a great time while supporting four amazing local charities is certainly one of them. With that in mind, I’m delighted to promote the 2nd annual Rockland Duck Derby, which will be held at 9:30am on Sunday, August 18th at Germonds Pool in West Nyack. The event centers around an aquatic race of up to 5000 rubber ducks vying to be the first to float across the length of Germonds Pool. The winning duck’s sponsor will take home a first prize of $1,000, with $750 going to the 2nd place winner and $500 for 3rd place. The real winners behind the scenes are the four local nonprofits that receive the proceeds from the fees to “adopt” a duck.
Gov. Hochul Visits Yonkers to Discuss Banning Cell Phones for Students During School
L-R-Mayor Mike Spano, State Senator Shelley Mayer, Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins, Governor Kathy Hochul, Assemblyman Gary Pretlow, County Executive George Latimer. On Aug. 5, Governor Kathy Hochul held a roundtable with local educators and stakeholders in Westchester as part of her statewide listening tour focused on addressing smartphone use...
SUNY New Paltz women's field hockey: A peek at the upcoming schedules
SUNY New Paltz remains the lone Mid-Hudson college from Orange, Ulster and Sullivan counties that fields a women’s field hockey program. The Hawks have enjoyed tremendous success in recent years, qualifying for the NCAA Division III tournament. Varsity 845U fall sports results links: Women's soccer | Women's volleyball | Women's field hockey You can...
Domestic dispute leads to guilty plea for gun possession
KINGSTON – A 24-year-old Poughkeepsie man pled guilty on Wednesday to felony criminal possession of a weapon. The Ulster County District Attorney’s Office said the conviction of Shaquez Nesbitt stemmed from a dispute with his domestic partner in her home. When sentenced in November, he is expected to...
New York Has a Record Breaking Year When it Comes to Tornados
It's been a historic year for tornadoes in New York. Most Recent Tornado in New York Touched Down in Ulster County. Tropical Depression Debby made herself known across the Hudson Valley bringing heavy rains, strong winds and leaving behind damage and destruction. Parts of the Hudson Valley were under a...
Rainy weekend in Upstate NY brings chance of isolated flooding
Syracuse, N.Y. -- The warm, dry stretch of weather in Upstate New York is coming to an end this weekend. Rain is expected both Saturday and Sunday, with a chance for afternoon thunderstorms that could drop enough rain to cause isolated flash flooding. Soil is still wet from the heavy rain that fell a week ago from the remnants of tropical storm Debby.
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