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Severe thunderstorms approach Vermont, threatening powerful winds and large hail
The storm was expected to arrive around 4 p.m., according to the National Weather Service, hitting the central and southern parts of the state. Read the story on VTDigger here: Severe thunderstorms approach Vermont, threatening powerful winds and large hail .
Gov. Hochul weighs banning cellphones in classrooms across NY
NEW YORK (PIX11) – New York lawmakers are considering a statewide ban on cellphones in classrooms. Gov. Kathy Hochul met with superintendents, teachers and union leaders from several school districts on Monday on the possible restrictions. “The principals, the superintendents also told me about what happens when students are there, capturing everything that happens with […]
Owners of Erica's American Diner reflect on last decade ahead of beloved diner's closing
FAIRFAX, Vt. — A popular Fairfax restaurant is closing its doors for good on Friday. Erica's American Diner broke the news to customers on social media, earlier this month, with the post garnering nearly 800 shares. Inside Erica's, you can hear the sizzle of stove tops, the smell of...
Art at City Beach: 'Part of Something Bigger'
PLATTSBURGH | The long stretch of gray cement at City Beach has come alive with color over the past few weeks. One of three Outside Art: Plattsburgh Public Art Project's new murals, the corrugated concrete facade recalls the historic total eclipse this year, an event that brought thousands (even millions on its path) of people together for a rare celestial pause.
High School Students Thrive at SUNY Plattsburgh’s Upward Bound Summer Program
(WNY News Now) – PLATTSBURGH, N.Y. — The Upward Bound summer program at SUNY Plattsburgh is in full swing, offering a transformative experience for 160 high school students from 15 North Country districts until August 7. A part of TRIO, the federal bundle of programs that includes Student...
The Saratoga Q and A: Dale Romans
Trainer Dale Romans, 57, has been as much a constant at Saratoga Race Course as hand melons and chicken from Hattie's. This is the 32nd straight year that Romans has spent his summer at the Spa. He sat down with Tim Wilkin to talk about life, his disappearing waistline and his questionable choice of an actor to play him in the Dale Romans story.
Providence Man Leaves Hidden Camera In Victim's Living Room, Police Say
New York State Police arrested Saratoga County resident Todd St. Louis, age 57, after executing a search warrant at his Providence home Monday, July 15. It came weeks after a Montgomery County resident who previously resided in Saratoga County told troopers they found a hidden surveillance camera inside their home.
Get the Help You Need After Devastating Tornado in Rome
Tornadoes and severe storms have left hundreds of Central New Yorkers picking up the pieces. But they don't have to do it alone. There is help available. Operators from 211 MidYork are available to assist residents in Oneida, Madison and Herkimer Counties for non emergencies. “Calling 211, texting 898-211 or...
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