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New York State Convenience Store Association Vehemently Opposes Picente’s Proposed Laws
Oneida County Executive Anthony Picente is proposing legislation that would take aim at smoke shops, convenience stores and mostly illegal pot shops. One industry association is vehemently opposed to the new laws. The legislation first introduced approximately one month ago, will be presented soon to the Oneida County Board of...
New York State Thruway Announced Another Bridge Teardown
It looks like another bridge will be coming down that crosses over the New York State Thruway. This time the bridge is in Newburgh. Meadow Hill Road Bridge was erected in 1953. The New York State Thruway Authority says the bridge has reached the end of its service life. You may recall earlier this year that the Brookside Road Bridge in Ulster County was removed.
Warning: Expect To See More Bears Near You Home In New York
New Yorkers are reporting more and more bear sightings in recent days. Bears are being spotted near homes in the Mid-Hudson Valley. Hudson Valley residents have reported an increase of black bear sightings in the Mid-Hudson Region. Over the past few weeks, residents have spotted more bears than normal in...
The Surprising Animal That New York Snapping Turtles Love
If there's one thing Hudson Valley residents can agree on, it's that snapping turtles are best admired from a distance. The massive reptiles might be the grumpiest animal in New York State, and even the brave residents courageous enough to try and help them safely cross the road during mating season risk their fingers and toes in the process. So why do they let another animal get so close?
Guest Viewpoint: Feeding families and addressing affordability in Southern Tier
As I travel around our district, community members in Broome, Cortland, and Tompkins counties have shared their optimism about manufacturing jobs returning to our region. There is much to celebrate with Binghamton recently named as a federal battery tech hub and Menlo Micro bringing jobs and a huge investment in microelectronic production to Lansing. The tech manufacturing boom will bring prosperity to our region and state, and I am proud of the federal, state, and local partnerships working together to ensure that the Southern Tier plays a central role in its development and ongoing success. ...
Best Weekend Events For Oct. 4 – 6 In Western New York
Heading into the weekend with a big Buffalo matchup: the Buffalo Bills are going up against the Houston Texans. This is a big match up because former Buffalo Bill Stefon Diggs is on the Texans, and it’s the first time that he will go up against Josh Allen in the regular season. There will be tons of watch parties happening around Western New York for the game, but there are so many other fun events happening this weekend to make sure you have a fun time in Buffalo.
Why Is This Popular Truck Illegal On New York Roads?
The state of Massachusetts recently revealed that they would begin to allow registration for a popular imported truck. What's bewildering for many local drivers is that these vehicles are still under strict regulation in New York. The vehicles in question have become increasingly popular in recent years, and while they...
10/03/2024: Seasonably Warm Air Has an End Date
High pressure will build again across Eastern New York and Western New England, yielding another mostly fabulous stretch of weather through the weekend. A cold front will bring a band of showers overnight Friday into very early Saturday morning. A more potent cold front is forecast to swing through the region early next week, bringing our first true, sustained shot of October-like temperatures this season!
After Massive New York Closures, Retail Giant Returns To Hudson Valley
Despite massive closures in the Hudson Valley and across New York State, a retail giant just opened up a new store in the region. Over the summer Hudson Valley Post reported Big Lots was closing many locations nationwide, including in New York State. Big Lots Closing Stores In Upstate New...
Burger King Debuts New ‘Purple’ Whopper At New York State Locations
Who's ready to be frightened? October is that time of year when many restaurants around the country start rolling out a wide variety of Halloween-themed menu specials. Fast food giant Burger King announced that they are adding several new menu items inspired by the popular The Addams Family franchise. Most notably, one of the new choices features a very different look for one of the company's most famous and best selling burgers.
Panic: New York Responds To Costly $5 Billion A Day Decision
New York State officials are reacting and trying to help residents. Wednesday marks day two of the strike by the International Longshoremen's Association. Impact Of International Longshoremen's Association Strike On New York Sate. Officials believe this could be the most disruptive strike to the U.S. economy in decades. JPMorgan believes...
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