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NYSPHSAA Greenlights Freestyle Wrestling, Announces 2025 Championship
The New York State Public High School Athletic Association (NYSPHSAA) has officially transitioned girls' wrestling from folkstyle to freestyle and established it as a full state championship event. This decision, made during a recent Central Committee meeting, aligns girls' wrestling with the predominant competitive style for females, promoting equity in the sport. As girls' wrestling enters its third year, the shift aims to enhance training consistency, as athletes predominantly compete in freestyle outside of high school. The inaugural girls’ wrestling championship will take place on February 27, 2025, at MVP Arena in Albany, marking a significant milestone for the sport.
Elmhurst Hospital’s expansion gets $27.5 million State funding
New York State has announced $27.5 million for a major expansion project at Elmhurst Hospital in Queens. More than $20 million will go to a project that includes expansion of the Women’s Pavilion from 16,000 to 35,000 sq. ft., a major overhaul will add three new floors and increase the facility’s capacity for high-quality prenatal care.
Assemblyman Doug Smith’s Fundraiser at Irish Times Draws Over 100 Supporters
Assemblyman Doug Smith (R-Holbrook) hosted a successful fundraiser at Irish Times in Holbrook, drawing over one hundred supporters for his re-election campaign. The event, dubbed a “No Suits, No Speeches” Summer BBQ, provided a relaxed setting where friends, supporters, and community members could gather and show their support for Smith as he seeks another term in the New York State Assembly.
Anti-abortion organizations claim N.Y. attorney general is violating First Amendment over info on treatment
BUFFALO, N.Y. -- Options Care Center is a Jamestown-based pregnancy center that promotes alternatives to abortion and provides free services including pregnancy tests, parenting classes and material assistance. The organization used to provide literature regarding a progesterone treatment it suggested could reverse the effects of medication-based abortion. "We want to...
Governor Hochul Announces Completion of Construction on the Newly Renovated St. John’s University Health Center
Governor Kathy Hochul today announced completion of construction on the newly renovated St. John’s University Health Sciences Center and basketball facility that will enhance the Queens community and provide exceptional opportunities for students’ educational experience. “With continued investments in New York’s colleges and universities, we’re helping our premier...
Most Air Pollution Found In These Parts Of New York
Higher levels of air pollution are found in these areas of your hometown in New York. The New York State DEC released the results from the first phase of the State’s "historic effort" to monitor air quality. DEC Releases First Phase Results of Statewide Community Air Monitoring Initiative. The...
Governor Hochul appoints three justices to Appellate Division, Second Department
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced on Wednesday the appointment of three justices to the New York State Appellate Division, Second Judicial Department, which is located in Brooklyn Heights. The appointments include Hon. Donna-Marie Golia, Hon. Phillip Hom, and Hon. James McCormack. “Our courts must be led by qualified, fair and impartial...
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).
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