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Yikes! These Are EVERYWHERE Across New York State
There is something in New York State that has people doing a double take when they pass by them. From Syracuse, to the Adirondacks, to the Southern Tier, these things are everywhere!. You can feel the fall starting to settle in across New York State. As the cooler air returns...
3 Earthquakes in 1 Day Shake Parts of New York & Jersey
Three earthquakes 15 minutes apart hit parts of Upstate New York and New Jersey. The tremors struck during the early morning hours of Tuesday, August 20 according to USGS. However, not many probably felt them. Earthquakes in New York. There have been more than 550 earthquakes in New York State....
7 Dog Breeds New York Considers Most Vicious and Dangerous
While New York State does not ban these dog breeds outright, there are certain types of dogs that are labeled as dangerous and can legally be excluded from insurance coverage. New York City's Housing Authority does ban certain dogs outright, including,. Full- or mixed-breed Doberman Pincher, Pit Bull, and Rottweiler...
New York State Fair using reverse ATMs
GEDDES, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — We’ve got an important reminder for fairgoers…it’s cashless. That includes parking. The cash flow at the fair is low and now you know. “We have our reverse ATMS here at the main gate. We have two of them. What people can do is with the minimum of $10 cash, they can put their money in,” said Julie LaFave, New York State Fair Director.
6 Most Haunted Locations in the Hudson Valley, New York
Can you believe that we are into Spooky Season already? It's late August, the weather is getting cooler, and believe it not, while driving on I-84, I'm seeing some trees start to change color. As someone who loves summer, I don't want it to fade away to quickly; however, fall is such an awesome time of year.
9 Self-Defense Weapons That Are Illegal In New York
You could be charged with a crime if you are caught with one of these 9 self-defense weapons. As the world seems to get crazier and crazier and criminals are more emboldened, self-defense is necessary. Law-abiding citizens seem to be the targets of everyone - including criminals, scammers, pranksters, and even social media influencers. Protecting yourself is MUST. But, in New York State, there are some weapons you cannot carry to protect yourself from those who aim to do you harm.
New York: Watch Out for These Dancing Insects – They Hurt!
This summer, New Yorkers may come across a curious sight: thousands of white fluffy insects dancing on local beech trees. While these tiny dancers (check out how they shake it in the video below) may look fun, their name, as well as their painful defense mechanism, are no joke. Dancing...
Many New York Residents Infected With Deadly Virus From Insects
Hudson Valley residents and someone from Long Island were bitten by mosquitoes carrying a deadly virus. First Person In New York State To Test Positive For West Nile In 2024. Earlier this week, a Long Island man became the first person in New York to test positive for West Nile Virus in 2024.
Massive Utility Bill Relief Coming From New York State
There is some great news coming to families who are struggling to make ends meet. New York State is going to be helping to pay the high utility bills for those who qualify. There is a good chance that your air conditioner has been cranking this summer. The heat and humidity have been brutal and it seems as though the summer heat is going to hang on for awhile. What will the winter bring? Will it be colder than most?
Top stories rewind: Looking back at the week of 8/19
(CortacaToday) — Here’s a look back at the top stories in Cortland and Tompkins Counties from this week:. Ithaca Common Council OKs homeless encampment coordinator: The position of homeless encampment coordinator was recently approved by the Common Council, which City Manager Deb Mohlenhoff tells WHCU will be a big help. Read the full story here.
Highest Work Zone Speeding Ticket in New York This Year
You won't believe the highest speed recorded in a work zone this year. Slow down! Especially in work zones. The radar cameras on New York roads through the Automated Work Zone Speed Enforcement program have captured several speeders. But one driver was caught going faster than anyone else this year.
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