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DEC Warns New York ‘Do Not Touch This Plant!’
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation is warning everyone to avoid touching this very large invasive plant that can cause painful burns and scarring. If you lived in New York for a while you've probably heard the warning before from the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) advising everyone to avoid any contact whatsoever with a specific plant that can be found scattered across the state.
Report: New York needs $29M to upgrade aging state bridges
(The Center Square) — New York needs to spend tens of millions of dollars to bring its aging bridges into a state of good condition, according to the state's top fiscal watchdog, calling for more funding for the upgrades. The report by New York Comptroller Tom DiNapoli said about one in 10 municipal bridges in the Empire State are in "poor" condition, with an estimated $29 million needed to repair the structures. ...
State DEC Offers ‘Accessible Recreation’ Photo Contest
The state Department of Environmental Conservation has launched a new “Love Our New York Lands” photo contest highlighting removing barriers to public lands for New Yorkers of all ages and abilities. The winning images will receive prizes and be featured in statewide digital and print campaigns Read More ...
Little League NYS 12s Baseball Tournament 2024: Stephen Grippo’s dynamic pitching vaults South Shore into title game (photos)
Stephen Grippo has certainly had his share of success on the mound donning a South Shore uniform dating back to his time as a 10-year-old, but there was something different — for the better — on Friday. A bit more snarl. If you purchase a product or register...
Nominate a Hero for the Central & Northern New York Real Heroes Celebration
LIVERPOOL (July 24, 2024) Do you know an individual or group in Madison, St. Lawrence, Herkimer or Oneida counties who has saved a life through extraordinary action? Or someone in Jefferson, Lewis, Oswego or Onondaga who has made a meaningful impact in the community this year?. Now is your chance...
$34 million to improve internet access in Southern Tier
ALBANY, N.Y. — More than $70 million will be used to connect people across NYS to high-speed broadband internet. New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced the plan on Friday as part of a $228 million federal investment. The projects will build more than 800 miles of public broadband infrastructure...
40 Central New York high school athletic departments earn state academic honors
Syracuse, N.Y. — The New York State Public High School Athletic Association (NYSPHSAA) announced this past year’s highest academic honors on Friday and Section III was well represented. In total, 40 athletic departments from the section were honored as either a school of distinction or a school of...
Labor union makes ‘no meaningful progress’ with Micron yet, but talks continue
Syracuse, N.Y. — A national labor union said it has made no “meaningful progress” in reaching an agreement with Micron Technology that would require the company to remain neutral if employees want to organize at the company’s proposed plants in Central New York. At the same...
Arrest made after reports of man with a gun in Troy
TROY, N.Y. (WRGB) — Troy police responded to 4th Street Friday after reports of a man with a gun. Police have taken a man into custody. Around 2:52 in the afternoon, police responded to 4th Street between Ida Street & Jefferson Street. The suspect was not found with a gun, but was arrested for unlawfully operating a vehicle. A truck was found crashed into a pole on scene.
Black leaders unveil Project 2025 counteroffer
Black leaders are presenting voters with an alternative to Project 2025, the controversial plan prepared by conservative groups to guide the next Republican administration. Project FREEDOM — orchestrated by Until Freedom, Live Free, MPower Action, Woke Vote and KAIROS Democracy Project (KDP) — will canvass, engage in calls and run pro-democracy digital campaigns to help…
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