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Listeria outbreak sickens at least 12 in New York
NEW YORK – At least a dozen cases of listeria have been reported across New York state in connection to a national outbreak linked to deli meat.The state Health Department said four of those cases were in New York City, two were in Suffolk County and one was in Nassau County. The remaining five cases were located in Cayuga, Dutchess, Greene, Onondaga and Oswego counties.All 12 patients had to be hospitalized. No deaths linked to the listeria outbreak have been reported in New York.Two cases of listeria have been reported in New Jersey – one in Monmouth County and one...
Party At The Pier To Raise Money For FeedMore WNY
Coming up on August 1st, you can party at the Pier and help raise money for all the programs that FeedMore WNY runs across Western New York. Party at the Pier is one of FeedMore WNY's biggest fundraisers and it will take place on Thursday, August 1st from 6- 9 pm at Buffalo River Fest Park, 249 Ohio St. in Buffalo.
Boosted Coatings get approval from Westerlo ZBA
WESTERLO — The Westerlo Zoning Board of Appeals has approved the application that contributed to the abolishment of the town’s planning board last month by a vote of 4 to 0, with one member abstaining. Zoning board Chairman George Spahmer told The Enterprise that the board discussed the...
Voorheesville chef finds celebrity fame on TikTok
Many chefs are happy if they can just fill their restaurants on a regular basis. However, a celebrity chef from Voorheesville is taking that to another level. Dylan Longton found fame on social media sites like TikTok and Instagram. If rock stars connect with people through their music, then Longton...
Siena men’s basketball to battle Bucknell For McNamara homecoming
In the final season of his decorated collegiate playing career, Scranton native Gerry McNamara and Syracuse played in front of his home crowd in Northeast Pennsylvania. And, in his first season as a head coach, McNamara will bring his new team back to that same arena for the venue's first NCAA Division I men's basketball game since. Siena Basketball will take on Bucknell in a neutral-site non-conference game presented by the Lackawanna County Visitors Bureau on Saturday, Nov. 30 at Mohegan Arena at Casey Plaza in Wilkes-Barre Township, Pennsylvania.
Massachusetts Ranks #1 State in the US for Best School System
It's pretty crazy to think that public education spending in the U.S. is now over $18,614 per student annually, according to National Center for Education Statistics. But how does all that cash stack up when it comes to actual school performance?. WalletHub just released its 2024 report on the states...
'Veteran' Simulate Shows the Way in Saratoga Maiden Special
SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. – A pinch of seasoning produced a maiden-breaking recipe for Simulate (Kitten's Joy) Saturday in the opener at Saratoga Race Course. Making his second career start for Hall of Fame trainer Bill Mott, Simulate was in front from gate to wire on the inner turf course to win the $100,000 maiden special weight for 2-year-olds by a head over State's Rights (Constitution). The son of Camou (War Front), a half-sister to GI winner Lea, completed the 1 1/16 miles contest in 1:45.46. He paid $19.60 as the 8-1 fourth choice in the field of 10.
Dick's House of Sport Grants $2,500 to "Bring on the Spectrum"
Latham, NY (WRGB) — Dick's House of Sport has presented a $2,500 grant to "Bring on the Spectrum," a local organization that supports children with autism. The organization offers social, recreational, and lifestyle activities for Neurodiverse children, including in the field of fitness. Activities children can participate in range...
New York Knicks Guard Donte DiVincenzo to Appear in Latham on Sunday
Latham, NY (WRGB) — New York Knicks guard Donte DiVincenzo is set to make an appearance in the Capital Region on Sunday, and anticipation is running high. Lines are expected to be out the door at Dick's House of Sport in Latham. “It’s a big group effort. We have...
Altamont ZBA approves 11-lot subdivision on Western Avenue
ALTAMONT — Nearly two years after first coming to the village with his proposal, Troy Miller this week received approval from the Altamont Zoning Board of Appeals for an 11-lot subdivision on 13 acres bounded by Western Avenue, Schoharie Plank Road West, Gun Club Road, and Marian Court. Some...
Albany Police make arrest in burglary at College of Saint Rose
Albany Police arrest two people in connection with burglary at College of St. Rose. Albany Police arrested and charged Anthony Brown-Davis, 35, and Jerome Williams, 32, in connection with a burglary at The College of Saint Rose. Police responded to the scene Saturday morning around 8:55 a.m. Upon arrival, officers...
Victory Church in Albany held gun buyback on Saturday
A church in Albany is working to get guns off our streets. The Victory Church on Quail Street hosted a gun buyback event today. The pastor offered $100 and $200 Visa cards for all ghost guns and non-registered handguns that were turned in. The organizers say they are doing this...
Albany festival celebrates Caribbean heritage
Albany’s first festival to celebrate Caribbean heritage and culture was held Saturday. The Columbia County Sanctuary Movement hosted its inaugural Caribbean Festival at Jennings Landing. This cultural celebration was organized by community leaders, artists, and business owners. CCSM helps out immigrants in the Capital Region and Hudson Valley. This...
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