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Explore Mental Health Resources in Saratoga County This May
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. The Saratoga County Department of Health shared the following useful links on its social media account this week. We hope you’ll help us spread this information we encourage you to check these links out.Visit here for more details.
New York State Man Claims To See “Metallic” Object “Tumbling and Flapping Through the Air”
In probably one of the more descriptive and bizarre unexplained sightings recently, a New York state man says he witnessed an artificial object flying near a turkey vulture above the Thruway. While that may not sound too extraordinary on its own, it's the manner in which this airbourne "flat square"...
Celebrating Moses Quinby: Montgomery County's Own Father of American Beekeeping
Moses Quinby, from Montgomery County, is known for his contributions to beekeeping. He was born in Westchester County in 1810 and later moved to St. Johnsville, New York in 1853. Quinby is often referred to as the 'Father of American Beekeeping' due to his significant inventions in the field.
🚧 New York State's $13.7 Million Pavement Improvement Project Begins in Herkimer and Montgomery Counties
The time displayed is local to the original X account in New York State. Governor Kathy Hochul has declared the commencement of a significant pavement improvement initiative on the Thruway in both Herkimer and Montgomery Counties, valued at $13.7 million. This endeavor is a segment of an extensive plan that channels approximately $395.5 million into various projects aimed at enhancing Central New York's infrastructure over an anticipated four-year period. Community members and frequent travelers through the affected counties are advised to keep abreast of project advancements and potential impacts on transportation. More details about the scheduled work can be found at the following link: https://t.co/8KsnlYvy29.
Pleasant Avenue Elementary's Principal Wins Prestigious Administrator Award for Library Support
Cory Cotter, the Principal of Pleasant Avenue Elementary School, was recently awarded the Administrator of the Year by the HFM School Library System. The award was given during the 29th annual Celebration of School Libraries held at the Allen House on the SUNY Fulton-Montgomery Community College campus. It recognizes leaders who significantly support the integration of library media centers into schools.
Bridge in New York State Hit By Two Trucks 30 Minutes Apart
A bridge in New York state, that was already struck by a truck Saturday, was hit two more times Monday morning. Offcials say the crashes that occurred Monday occurred just under forty minutes apart. But this is not the King Street bridge, where the Hutchinson becomes the Merritt Parkway that...
🚧 Roadwork Update: Shoulder Closures on NY 30 in Esperance, NY on May 3rd
The time displayed is local to the original 511 traffic site in NewYork. Local travelers should be advised that roadwork activities are scheduled for NY 30 in both directions between NY 7 (Esperance) and the Town of Duanesburg Line (Duanesburg). The scheduled maintenance will involve herbicide application and is set to take place on Friday, May 3rd, 2024. The work is planned to commence at 07:00 AM and will continue until 02:00 PM on the same day. During this period, the right shoulder will be closed. Motorists are advised to be cautious when driving through this segment and to expect potential delays. Adjustments to travel plans may be necessary to avoid any inconvenience.
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