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New York State Taking Drastic Action Due To Hurricane Helene
New York State is trying to help as Hurricane Helene takes aim. The southeast is bracing for Hurricane Helene. As of 6 a.m. on Friday, at least three people are dead as Hurricane Helene slams the southeast. One person was killed in Tampa after a highway sign fell onto their...
Should Halloween 2024 Be Postponed In New York?
Halloween is always on October 31st. But, just like postponing a child's birthday party until the weekend, why can't we do the same for trick-or-treating?. ***This is an opinion piece of this author. There is no current movement to make this happen, nothing to do with politics, just one Dad from Central New York sharing his thoughts. You can agree, or disagree***
What a Yellow Fire Hydrant Means in New York
If a New Yorker was asked to describe a fire hydrant, it wouldn't be long before they used the word "red". Taking a look at children's books, cartoons, or even a picture in your head, fire hydrants have always been one color. The surprising truth is that not only are there several different colors of public hydrants, but they each send a different message to authorities.
One of the World’s “Snowiest Cities” Is Located in Central New York
Who would have thought one Central New York landmark gets more snow than Switzerland, Canada, and other world-famous winter wonderlands?. Like it or not, winter is around the corner and we could see quite a bit of snow this year. Several prognosticators are calling for a chilly and wet season.
How New York’s Maximum-Security Women’s Prison Has Failed to HALT Solitary Confinement
The latest article supported by Solitary Watch’s Ridgeway Reporting Project for incarcerated journalists was published yesterday by the local news site New York Focus, which has provided unparalleled coverage of the state’s resistance to implementing the groundbreaking HALT Solitary Confinement law. Additional support for the article was provided by Empowerment Avenue, an organization that works for the inclusion of incarcerated writers and artists in mainstream venues.
New York State REAL ID Deadline Delay?: What You Need To Know
May 27, 2025. Yes, I know that date. My wife is reminding me to find our marriage certificate so she can get her REAL ID license from New York State. That will allow us both to be cleared to board federally regulated commercial aircraft, access federal government facilities, or enter nuclear power plants. Not sure why we would ever need to access the latter, but whatever.
Major Disaster Declaration declared for Southern Tier following Tropical Storm Debby
SOUTHERN TIER, N.Y. (WETM) — The Southern Tier and other areas of New York will see federal funding after FEMA approved a major disaster declaration. According to an announcement from Congressman Nick Langworthy’s office on Monday, Sept. 24, federal funding is now available to counties in the Southern Tier and other areas of New York […]
Is There A Law Against Firewood In New York State?
The fall is a great time to have an outdoor fire or to get the fireplace going in the house. But here in New York State, what are the laws about firewood? Is New York State going to ban burning firewood? Is there a ban on fireplaces and wood stoves?
NYSEG customers across WNY demanding answers from utility company
CHEEKTOWAGA, N.Y. (WIVB) — Western New York residents gathered Tuesday in Cheektowaga seeking answers about why their electric bills have been skyrocketing. Most of the customers said they have never seen prices like this before, but NYSEG continues to say its meter readings are accurate. Two community conversations were held Tuesday where residents were able […]
This is the richest town in NY. Is it what you expected?
Have you ever wondered what the richest town in New York is? Online media content organization Stacker recently compiled a list of the richest towns in every state and found Scarsdale to be the wealthiest in the Empire State. Using Census Bureau American Community Survey Five-Year Data as of August 2024, Stacker looked at median household income and excluded any places with a population smaller than 1,000 people. As the bureau's statistics don't show specific incomes...
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