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SLC Arts Council has $160K for North Country programs and projects
POTSDAM, New York (WWNY) - $160,000 is available for arts programming in Jefferson, Lewis, and St. Lawrence Counties. The SLC Arts Council has announced that its 2025 grant cycle opens Thursday, August 15, with an application deadline on October 30, 2024. According to the SLC Arts Council, funding is available...
State Environmental Police Patrol: Unlawful Crocodile Meat Sales, Boa Rescue and Rattlesnake Complaints
NEW YORK STATE -- The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation’s Division of Law Enforcement has been busy over the past few weeks handling some eyebrow-raising encounters. On July 27, ECOs and New York City Police Department officers investigated the unlawful sale of crocodile meat in New York...
Canadian Wildfire Smoke Creeps in to Otsego County, New York
This past summer, we've dealt with smoky conditions here and there from the wildfires that were burning in Canada. Though not nearly as bad as conditions were in June of 2023, some folks have reported some minor smoke related discomfort. This morning, there are posts all over social media talking...
New Restaurant Coming To Former Ralph's Tavern In Albany
The new establishment will breathe new life into the location. Two of the owners of Restaurant 605 are going to be branching out and opening a place of their own shortly after Labor Day. Gabriel Moya and his fiancée Cory Winne will be opening 605 Smash in the former Ralph's...
New York Weather: Isolated Thunderstorms Expected Across Buffalo This Weekend
Buffalo, NY — Residents in Buffalo and across Western New York should prepare for unsettled weather this weekend as a series of isolated thunderstorms and occasional showers are expected to sweep through the region. Starting today, clouds will increase from west to east, with a low chance of showers or a thunderstorm developing later in the day.
Making the Case for Mass Timber
Mass timber is frequently labeled a luxury that cannot compete in price with traditional construction materials. The theory goes that wood, concrete, and stick-frame styles will be less expensive choices than mass timber, even if they do not have the same back-to-nature charm. But a recently completed two-year research project has found that mass timber, while more costly, is competitive, at least in Minneapolis, Denver, and Atlanta.
Local High School Implementing New Cell Phone Policy
BALLSTON LAKE — Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake High School will be implementing a new cell phone policy this year. When students return to school at the end of the summer, they’ll be required to place their phones in a “rack” or cubby near the door of each classroom. Students won’t be able to access their phones during class, but they can still use their phones during lunch and in the hallway between classes.
Cucumbers Cause of Latest Outbreak in Massachusetts
Massachusetts is a wonderful state to live, work, and visit. From its picturesque Berkshire mountains to the stunning city skyline of Boston, and out to the sandy beaches of Cape Cod, there is something for everyone. Aside from its natural beauty, quality of life in Massachusetts also scores high on...
Colonie Police investigating shooting that stemmed from Facebook Marketplace sale
Colonie Police are investigating a shooting they said was prompted by a Facebook Marketplace sale. Officers were called to the area of Frederick Avenue around 3:30 p.m. Wednesday. They learned two vehicles crashed and a gun was fired from at least one, police said. Everyone left before police arrived. Officers...
US Coast Guard Property In New York To Be Auctioned, Want To Buy It?
In 2022 American Home Shield estimated that homes located on waterfront have an increased value of approximately 78%! What's the saying? "Mother Nature isn't making anymore water". If you can find property on water, make a splash and grab it! Today could be your lucky day. The United States General...
Applebee’s Turmoil Continues: Are Its Last CNY Locations in Trouble?
Things aren't looking great for Applebee's and fans are worried this latest news means more closures are on the horizon. There are 94 Applebee's remaining in New York, which is the second most in the entire country. In Central New York, only a handful of locations are left with its...
Rabies ‘Outbreak’ Identified In Upstate New York
New York State is receiving emergency funding to address "outbreaks" of rabies. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) just approved the release of nearly $19 million in emergency funding to address current wildlife rabies outbreaks in at least seven states, including New York. USDA Addresses Wildlife Rabies Outbreaks in Several...
World War II Warships Getting Major Support From New York State
The Buffalo waterfront is home to three United States Navy Warships, and two of those ships are in serious need of repair. So much so that it wasn't that long ago that they were taking on water, putting them on the verge of sinking. Over the last couple of years,...
Many New York Residents Infected With Deadly Virus From Insects
Hudson Valley residents and someone from Long Island were bitten by mosquitoes carrying a deadly virus. First Person In New York State To Test Positive For West Nile In 2024. Earlier this week, a Long Island man became the first person in New York to test positive for West Nile Virus in 2024.
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