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Bath man arrested after pointing rifle at children near school soccer field
BATH, N.Y. (WETM) — A Bath man is facing a number of charges after police said he pointed a rifle at a group of children after a dispute at a home near the high school soccer field in Bath on Wednesday. According to the Village of Bath Police Department, 31-year-old Daryck Rawleigh was arrested on […]
'Don’t be a bystander': Men who performed CPR to save man's life to be honored at Buffalo Bills home opener
"To say that it wont happen to me, and you don’t need to know this skill is just false," said Schmitz. "Go out, and learn CPR. It's simple, it's easy, go get it done." In February Tom Schmitz and Nick Maneely were watching their sons play lacrosse in an indoor box lacrosse league in Rochester when they noticed another father, Dale Lazzaro, fall out of his chair.
N.Y. Small Business Development Center honors veteran entrepreneur at Staten Island event
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. -- The New York Small Business Development Center (NYSBDC) held its 2024 Client Awards Roadshow on Staten Island last month, recognizing the achievements of small business clients from across New York state. Mark Adeniji, a Marine Corps veteran and the owner of A Final Touch Construction Inc....
Stony Brook SBDC advisor Willa Smith receives 2024 State Star Award
Stony Brook Small Business Development Center advisor Willa Smith has been awarded America’s SBDC 2024 “State Star” Award for New York. This recognition highlights her exemplary performance and significant contributions to the SBDC program and small business community. Since rejoining the Stony Brook SBDC team in 2020,...
Animal Care Sanctuary hosting fundraiser tournament & auction to benefit shelter
ENDWELL, N.Y. (WETM) – Animal Care Sanctuary is hosting two fundraiser events in the coming week to raise money for the shelter. On Thursday, Sept. 12, the shelter will host its 10th annual FORE the Love of Pets golf tournament at Endwell Greens Golf Club. Registration will begin at 8:30 a.m., with a shotgun start […]
More Jobs Lost: Another Company Closing All Stores In New York
Officials confirmed 21 stores across New York State are closing. Closing sales are underway. Last month, Hudson Valley Post reported LL Flooring (formerly Lumber Liquidators) filed for bankruptcy. Lumber Liquidators (now LL Flooring) Files For Bankruptcy. The company said the bankruptcy filing was intended to use the proceedings to "pursue"...
Driver Caught Going 100 MPH in New York Work Zone
A vehicle traveling on the New York State Thruway was clocked going 100 MPH in a work zone. If you drive on the New York State Thruway you are well aware that some drivers can often be seen driving aggressively, especially when it comes to the speed limit. The majority of the thruway has a posted speed limit of 65 mph and some drivers completely ignore it and drive way faster. Honestly, I've been known to heavy a lead foot at times and yes, there have been a "few" times I caught myself driving well over the limit but never would I drive like any of these drivers.
The Lowest Unemployment Rate in New York Is in the Hudson Valley
The New York State Department of Labor (NYS DOL) has released the latest unemployment numbers for New York... and there's some great news for Hudson Valley residents. While some counties in the Empire State are struggling with unemployment numbers as high as 7.8% (Bronx County) and 6.5% (Kings County), the outlook is brighter a little closer to home.
New York Residents Warned About ‘World’s Deadliest’ Creature
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul is telling New Yorkers to take these "proper steps" to protect themselves from the "world's deadliest" creature. Governor Hochul is advising New Yorkers to protect themselves against mosquito-borne illnesses. Hochul Warns Of Mosquito-Spread Viruses. Hochul reminded New Yorkers to take precautions to prevent mosquito bites...
What Happens to 800 Pounds of Butter After New York State Fair is Over
Have you wondered what happens to all that butter from the annual sculpture once the New York State Fair is over?. It actually goes from a work of art to energy - enough to power one house for three days. From beginning to end, The American Dairy Association North East...
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