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Little League NYS 12s Baseball Tourney 2024: Jake Romero, Vin Ruggiero power South Shore to 1st regional in 15 years (photos)
Jake Romero likely never broke a sweat. Heck, he might have still been mentally preparing himself as he settled into playing right field in the top of the first inning when South Shore manager Bob Laterza made the difficult decision to make a pitching change just two batters into the game.
NO Gas Mowers/Blowers This Fall For New York State?
The fall is just a few weeks away and, as August begins, there are reports that New York State won't be using gas powered equipment for fall cleanup. There are few things that remind you fall is here as much as the sound of a gas powered leaf blower buzzing on a crisp day. But that sound will be a thing of the past in various New York State parks.
New York State Reparations Committee Sets First Meeting
The New York State Community Commission on Reparations Remedies will have approximately a year and a half to produce a final report. Following New York Gov. Kathy Hochul’s signing of a bill in December 2023 to establish a commission to study reparations for the descendants of enslaved people and New York’s broader role in the slave trade, the commission is now set to hold its first meeting.
Borrello Urges Albany Leadership to Reassess Climate Act Plans
A recent audit by New York State Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli found that the state's Public Service Commission and NYSERDA lacked adequate planning, monitoring and assessment of risks and challenges in its efforts to help the state meet its targets set forth in the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act (CLCPA). State Senator George Borrello says the results of the audit confirm his view that their effort is a "disaster in the making"...
Southern Tier gets $18.2 million for high-speed internet
SOUTHERN TIER, N.Y. (WETM) — Thousands of households in the Southern Tier will get access to high-speed broadband internet thanks to a multi-million dollar federal grant. Governor Kathy Hochul’s Office announced that areas across the state are getting a total of more than $70 million in tax funds from the federal government through ConnectALL’s Municipal […]
‘Last warning,’ fumes homeowner forced to extreme measure after driveway was blocked repeatedly – cars ignored state law
ONE homeowner, who is at his wit's end, was forced to take drastic action to prevent people from blocking his driveway. While many people would see it as a common courtesy not to box someone's car in, it appears this social media user has finally had it with his neighbor's uncouth behavior.
Oneness Tour with Santana, Counting Crows Summer Jam at Jones Beach
In what would have originally seemed as an odd tour grouping, Counting Crows and Santana have embarked on a summer tour across North America playing a total of 29 shows. For long time fans of both bands, this will of course not come as a shock as back in 2002 both bands toured together for the first time.
Kura Sushi opens automated restaurant in Smith Haven Mall
Kura Sushi has opened a new restaurant in the Smith Haven Mall. This is the Japanese restaurant chain’s second Long Island location, following one that opened last in July 2023 in Carle Place. Kura Sushi features an automated revolving sushi bar, where a conveyor system circulates throughout the restaurant...
Quack-tacular Finish: Ducks Dash for a Cause at Huntington Fire Company and Phillipsburg Rotary Derby
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - The inaugural Huntington Fire Company and Phillipsburg Rotary Duck Derby quacked its way to success this weekend, with over 600 tickets sold and eight lucky ducks crossing the finish line for fantastic prizes. The event, held to raise funds for local initiatives, drew an enthusiastic crowd and highlighted the community spirit. Nicole Hummer's duck number 558, took first place, earning her a $500 Visa gift card donated by the Huntington Fire Company. In second place was Johnathan Landone's duck, number 301, which won a $400 gift card donated by the Huntington Fire Club. Marlene...
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.
Hofstra University Pride Hoops Offers Rhode Island Guard Dywane Chess
Class of 2026 St. George’s School (R.I.) guard Dywane Chess has received an offer from Division I Hofstra University Pride Men’s basketball program, yesterday he reported via X. Additionally, the 6-foot-4 Bethlehem, Pa., native–who also plays for the Middlesex Magic AAU squad–holds offers from Albany, Holy Cross and...
New York family of Holocaust victim reclaims Nazi-looted art
US authorities announced Friday the return of another artwork stolen by Nazis to the family of Fritz Grunbaum, the Austiran-Jewish cabaret performer and collector who originally owned it. The drawing, by Austrian expressionist Egon Schiele, was returned at a ceremony Friday by another Austrian-Jewish family, who purchased the piece without knowing that it had been stolen.
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