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15-Year-Old Girl Arrested at New York State Fair for Stabbing Two Others
One of the more disturbing trends in society today is the increase in violence among youth offenders. In Utica, the first homicide of the year was the death of a 15-year-old at the hands of what is believed to be another teen. That case has yet to be solved almost 9 months later.
Hochul touts tuition-free college to boost health care workforce
(The Center Square) — Hundreds of New York health care workers will be getting a free ride to state colleges this year as part of Gov. Kathy Hochul's agenda to boost the state's workforce. The Hochul administration announced on Monday that 500 applicants have been selected to receive the New York State Health Care Workers for Our Future Scholarship. The scholarship will cover tuition, room and board for a two-year degree at any of the State University of New York's campuses if the applicants commit...
New York Agriculture Dept. urges horse owners to vaccinate
A horse in Washington County has died from Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) and the New York State Agriculture Department is urging horse owners to vaccinate. “Unfortunately, the mortality is extremely high, up to 90%. So, you want to make sure they don't get infected. Once they are infected unfortunately, they're prognosis remains very guarded to poor,” said Axel Sondhof, Veterinarian with Equine Clinic of Saratoga.
New York Parents “Tricked” Into Buying Unhealthy Supermarket Food
Around 60 percent of food for newborns and toddlers doesn't meet nutrition standards. That's according to the results of a new study that's leaving parents terrified. The findings were published last week in the in the journal Nutrients. Researchers tested over 650 products sold in the top 10 grocery chains...
Statewide Alert – Fears Grow In New York About This Virus
There is an ongoing, and growing, concern about a virus that is spreading in portions of New York State. After the COVID-19 pandemic, most people have gotten more cautious and germ aware when it comes to staying healthy and avoiding getting sick. Whether it is wearing a mask, social distancing, or just staying away from large gatherings, some of the things we learned in the pandemic still apply.
Extreme Warm-Up Coming to New York State
Temperatures are going to knock on the door of 90 degrees for most of New York State this week!. Last week it was in the low 60s giving us November-like vibes, but the temperature for the State will be around 87 degrees coming up on Tuesday. It will be very humid as well.
Red Lobster to close more locations, including two additional sites in NY. Find out where
Three months after filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, Red Lobster is set to close 23 additional locations nationwide. These closures bring the total number of shut-down restaurants to at least 129 across the U.S. The new closures include three locations each in Florida, Illinois, and Virginia; two in Minnesota and New York; and...
Casa Creed's Half Sister Rallies in Stylish Spa Debut
This column highlights the performances of maidens who have made no more than five starts and who either sold for more than $500,000 at public auction, have siblings that are graded/group winners, or have dams that are graded/group winners. BloodHorse research shows maiden winners, in particular, who meet these criteria are more likely to go on to be graded stakes winners.
REVIEW AND PHOTOS: Creed, 3 Doors Down, Finger Eleven provide an alt-rock blast from the early 2000s at SPAC
SARATOGA SPRINGS — Three alternative rock staples from the early 2000s packed and sold out Saratoga Performing Arts Center on Saturday night. “Wid ahms wad opahn," (to appropriate the distinctive singing style of frontman Scott Stapp,) an audience of approximately 20,000 greeted headliner Creed for a total of four hours of rock music from their Summer of ‘99 tour. Thankfully, with everyone packed as tightly as they were, the weather was a lovely, mild summer evening.
Trustees Award Renovation Contract for the New Village Hall
Stillwater continues to move forward with plans to relocate Village Hall to the former public library building at 662 Hudson Ave. The Board of Trustees, at its meeting on Aug. 20, voted to award a renovation contract of $19,100 for new village hall improvements to John Tedesco LLC. The village solicited bids for the work in June and held a bid opening on July 25. Tedesco was the sole bidder on the project. Work is expected to get underway in the fall and includes:
Pandagate Takes Owners on a Thrilling Ride
Adelphi Racing Club, Sol Kumin’s Madaket Stables, Corms Racing Stable and On The Rise Again Stables’ Pandagate has forever answered the question of how far a New York-bred can take his owners. The three-year-old gray ridgling may be the first and only Thoroughbred to make consecutive starts in Dubai, Finger Lakes and Saratoga. To the delight of his many owners, he performed admirably in all three.
Last-minute tickets to see James Taylor concert in Saratoga Springs
Spend an evening with James Taylor and his All-Star Band this Monday, September 2, at the Broadview Stage at SPAC in Saratoga Springs. The concert starts at 7:30 p.m. Limited standard admission tickets are available online through Live Nation, where prices start at $54.35 for lawn general admission. However, greater availability and deals are offered by secondary market platforms like Vivid Seats, SeatGeek and StubHub.
NY weather: Pea-sized hail predicted with thunderstorms to hit New York Tuesday
The National Weather Service issued a report at 9:49 p.m. on Tuesday for strong thunderstorms until 10:30 p.m. for Chautauqua, Cattaraugus and Erie counties. Wind gusts of up to 40 mph and pea-sized hail (0.25 inches) are foreseen. "At 9:49 p.m., Doppler radar tracked a strong thunderstorm near Angola, or...
These Are The Largest Lottery Jackpots In New York History
Tonight’s Mega Millions drawing could be a recording-breaking one here in New York. READ MORE: SEVERAL BIG MONEY WINNING POWERBALL TICKETS SOLD IN NEW YORK OVER THE WEEKEND. The jackpot prize of $575 million dollars would set a new record of the largest jackpot ever won by a New York Resident by almost $100 million dollars.
New York State Reminds Bowhunters About This Law
The leaves are starting to change, the cooler mornings are here and the goldenrod is starting to bloom and here in New York State, it is almost time for the start of the bowhunting season!. Some wonder, when does deer hunting season start in New York State? Typically, the archery...
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