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Gloversville native named to Colgate University’s Hall of Honor
Doug Reffue, a former student athlete and Colgate University alumni, is being named to the school’s “Hall of Honor.”. Reffue graduated from Gloversville high in 1988, where he played soccer. He kept playing at Colgate, where he ended his career ranked third all-time in goals and second in...
Raiders Drop Season Opener to Stony Brook
STONY BROOK, N.Y. - Ana Schremp scored the Raiders lone goal 33 minutes into the first half, but Colgate was unable to hang on as the Raiders fell 2-1 to Stony Brook in their season opener on Thursday night. COACH HOKANSON'S COMMENTS. "It's always tough going down a player, but...
A sports bar in Syracuse’s Valley will shut down after 2 murders in 2 months
Syracuse, N.Y. ― The Taste of Brooklyn Sports Bar in Valley Plaza is being shut down after a second shooting death outside in two months. A city spokesperson said Wednesday the city would revoke the permit the bar needs to operate, and is seeking to shut the place down with its nuisance abatement law.
Bear family’s death sparks outrage in Old Forge
Community members propose additional ideas to minimize wildlife encounters, educate visitors on dangers of feeding wild animals. Following a weekend incident that resulted in the euthanizing of a female bear and her two cubs, residents of Old Forge are looking for new ways to prevent it from happening again. According...
Syracuse basketball adds 6-9 Serbian prospect Petar Majstorovic to 2024-25 roster
Syracuse, N.Y. ― Syracuse coach Adrian Autry went overseas to find a late addition to the Orange’s 2024-25 roster with the commitment of Petar Majstorovic. Syracuse University issued a release on Friday, announcing that Majstorovic had signed a National Letter of Intent to play for the Orange. If...
Destiny USA facing foreclosure after missing loan deadline, rating agency reports
Syracuse, N.Y. -- Destiny USA could face foreclosure after the giant Syracuse shopping mall failed to obtain a one-year extension on more than $430 million in overdue mortgage loans. Kroll Bond Rating Agency reported Tuesday that Destiny could not make a required $38.9 million payment this summer to lower the...
Brady Market temporarily closing on the West Side of Syracuse
Syracuse, N.Y. — A neighborhood grocery store on the West Side of Syracuse announced Thursday it will temporarily close. The grocery store — Brady Market — will close to explore different food models to more appropriately serve the community, according to the store’s Facebook page. If...
Gov. Hochul Visits Yonkers to Discuss Banning Cell Phones for Students During School
L-R-Mayor Mike Spano, State Senator Shelley Mayer, Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins, Governor Kathy Hochul, Assemblyman Gary Pretlow, County Executive George Latimer. On Aug. 5, Governor Kathy Hochul held a roundtable with local educators and stakeholders in Westchester as part of her statewide listening tour focused on addressing smartphone use...
State Police: Individual arrest for DWI after ‘doing a burnout’ at local gas station
An individual was arrested for driving while intoxicated (DWI) at a local gas station, according to a New York State Police report. The state police report noted at 11:23 a.m. on Saturday (Aug. 10), troopers conducted a traffic stop after Kieran K. Matzky, 22, of Pittsford, was “observed spinning his tires” and “doing a burnout” at the Mobil gas station on West Road in Homer.
Patchogue native elected president of New York’s Firefighters Assoc.
Greater Patchogue coverage is funded in part by New Village at Patchogue, open-concept rental residences with sleek contemporary design. Click here for a tour. Veteran firefighter Eugene “Gene” Perry, a longtime Patchogue resident and member of the Patchogue Fire Department, has been elected as the president of the Firefighters Association of the State of New York (FASNY).
3-day EDM music festival returning to Homer
HOMER, NY (WIVT/WBGH) — Over 30 electronic musicians and multiple visual artists are coming together in Homer for an electric weekend of music. The Northeast Electro-Music Festival (NEEM) is back for the 2024 rendition of music celebration. From Friday, September 13 to Sunday, September 15, NEEM will be housed at the Center for the Arts […]
NY weather: Air quality alert issued for New York Saturday
An air quality alert was issued on Friday at 10:28 a.m. in effect until Saturday at midnight for Herkimer, Hamilton, Fulton, Montgomery, Saratoga, Warren, Washington, Schoharie, Schenectady, Albany, Rensselaer, Greene and Columbia counties. "The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation at Albany has issued a Air Quality Health Advisory...
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...
Will New Yorkers Now Have to Pay a Surcharge for Online Betting?
Online betting platforms have considered a plan to take away part of your winnings, just as New Yorkers prepare for football season to kick off. New York has had a very lucrative beginning to 2024, pulling in more tax revenue from online gambling than any other state. New York sports betting has raised five times more revenue than Pennsylvania, which came in a distant second. This has been attributed to the incredible amount of money wagered as well as New York's 51% tax rate for online betting, the highest in the country.
Another Store Files For Bankruptcy, Closing Many New York Stores
Another day and another popular business is filing for bankruptcy and closing a number of stores in New York. On Wednesday, Hudson Valley Post reported an "affordable fitness brand known for its commitment to an all-inclusive and inviting environment" filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection and is closing at least 10 New York gyms.
You Must Report Sightings of This Invasive Bug in New York
Well, sure enough, this aggressive invasive species has made its return to the Hudson Valley. Unfortunately, these bugs have pretty severe negative impacts on our environment, but here's the latest on what to do when you see one and how you can help prevent them!. Spotted Lanternflies in New York.
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