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Rep. Tenney, firefighters oppose 'burdensome' proposed changes to OSHA standard
Congresswoman Claudia Tenney (R-NY-24) and local firefighters in Niagara County are sounding the alarm on proposed changes to OSHA regulations that make changes to the Fire Brigades Standard and proposing new rules for departments. More from WBEN:
“Coolest Thing Made in New York” contest to find best manufactured item
WATERTOWN, N.Y. (WWTI) – New York State residents are trying to decide what’s the best thing made in the Empire State. The “Coolest Thing Made in New York” contest is in now its second phase. The poll was started by the Business Council of New York State Inc. and is a statewide initiative aimed at spotlighting […]
NY Gaming Commission Suggests That Saratoga Should Have Synthetic Course
The New York Gaming Commission (NYGC) has released its 2023 report regarding the high rate of fatalities upstate last year. Between May 26, 2023 and September 4, 2023, there were 17 equine fatalities at Saratoga Race Course, which again put the track's Thoroughbred safety record under scrutiny. Several suggestions were...
The August 2024 WellNYS Challenge: De-stress your life
The Employee Assistance Program’s WellNYS Everyday site has published its Daily To-Do calendar for August 2024, which encourages employees to improve their personal wellness through de-stressing activities. The EAP offers different strategies, from positive self-talk to meditation, to help employees de-stress. More de-stress solutions can be found in a...
Business groups urge Hochul to order review of NY Climate Act
Albany, N.Y. — A coalition of more than 50 business, energy and labor organizations are calling on Gov. Kathy Hochul’s administration to conduct a comprehensive assessment of New York’s impending mandates under the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act, which are not on track to be met and could result in significant energy supply shortfalls and adverse impacts across numerous industries.
CDC: Mosquito Bites Just As Scary As Shark Bites In New York
According to top officials, you should be just as worried, if not more worried, about getting bit by a mosquito than a shark. Earlier this month, several beaches in New York were closed down because of sharks. Sharks Close Down Many Beaches In New York State. For example, a 7-foot-long...
Bear Terrifies Upstate New York Campers, Campers Ticketed
Upstate New York campers who called for help with a bear ended up getting caught doing something illegal. On Tuesday, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation released its "DEC Forest Rangers – Week in Review" report which highlights "Recent Statewide Forest Ranger Actions." Bear Encounter: Village of...
Massive Storms Coming to New York State
Storms are moving into New York State and they are going to be huge. A few storms could produce heavy rain. It has been pretty dry in New York State for the month of July, but August is going to be starting pretty wet. In Central New York there was...
Party Rock Night Takes Over the City Pier Thursday
Dunkirk's Music on the Pier Summer Concert Series continues Thursday with the Porcelain Busdrivers (PBD) and Black Widow for Party Music Night on the City Pier. The concerts are presented by DFT Communications with stage sponsor National Grid and production company Advanced Production Group (APG). PBD starts at 5:25 PM and Black Widow follows at 7:00 PM.
Upstate NY insurance company in trouble, tells customers to find a new carrier
An Upstate New York-based insurance company appears to be going out of business as it urges customers to find a new carrier. “We regret to inform our agents and policyholders that our financial position has continued to deteriorate,” Adirondack Insurance Exchange said on its website. “We urge all current customers to begin working with their independent agent to secure new coverage with a rated carrier, immediately.”
Vecellio Sinks Ace at Cable Hollow
RUSSELL, Pa. – On Monday July 22, 2024, Jim Vecellio hit a Hole-In-One on #17 at Cable Hollow Golf Club. He hit the ace from the Gold Tees with a 7 Iron from 126 yards. Bill Turner, Mony Culbertson, and Lincoln Sokolski witnessed the shot.
Harassment at High Banks Campground Leads to Arrest
Salamanca Woman Charged Following Altercation with Lifeguard. (WNY News Now) – Cold Spring – Sheriff Timothy S. Whitcomb reported a harassment incident occurring on July 4, 2024, at the High Banks Campground pool in Cold Spring, NY. At approximately 6:10 AM, authorities responded to a physical altercation between Shanelle Mohawk, 37, of Salamanca, NY, and a lifeguard at the campground.
Mobile Lung Cancer Screening Unit Arrives in Jamestown
A groundbreaking mobile lung cancer screening trailer has been brought to Jamestown to screen residents who are susceptible to cancer, including firefighters. Jamestown Mayor Kim Ecklund was joined Wednesday morning by officials from Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center and local health officials to announce the arrival of the "Early Detection Drive to You" (Eddy) at Bergman Park. Ecklund says Eddy is designed to increase access to early cancer detection...
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