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The 21 “Best” & Cheapest Places To Live In New York State
Looking for a cheaper or better place to live in the Empire State? These 21 New York cities are some of the cheapest places to live in America. WalletHub reached out to Hudson Valley Post let us know that many hometowns in New York made its 2024 list of "Best Small Cities in America."
The Only Place to Find Massive Hellbenders in New York
There's a giant hiding in New York waters... you just need to know where to look. The eastern hellbender is the largest aquatic salamander in the United States, and looks like it would be more at home on an alien planet than in a local stream. Here's where to look if you want to have a special encounter with on of our most elusive animals.
New York Leads “By Example” After Deadliest Storm In 19 Years
New York State is providing more resources, including from the Hudson Valley, after the deadliest storm in nearly 20 years. Hurricane Helene is now the deadliest storm to hit the mainland U.S. since Hurricane Katrina. Death Toll Rises To Over 200 From Hurricane. As of this writing, at least 215...
Biggest Pumpkin in the Country Was Grown in New York State
It's officially pumpkin season in New York, and while most residents are looking to find a solid gourd to carve for Halloween, some farmers have a different goal in mind. Last weekend, Saratoga Giant PumpkinFest was held in Saratoga Springs, NY. The annual event brought together growers from across the country to see who could produce the largest pumpkin, and this year's competitors did not disappoint (below).
What To Wear In New York To Avoid ‘World’s Deadliest’ Creature
Experts learned what clothes you should avoid wearing if you don't want to get infected by the "world's deadliest" creature. Do you know what the CDC calls the "world's deadliest" creature?. The 'World’s Deadliest Animal' Lives In New York State. This may come as a surprise, but mosquitos kill...
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.
These Are The Most Popular Baby Names In New York State
A brand-new list reveals the most popular baby names in New York State. The top boy's name has been the most popular name since 2016 while the girl's name that tops the girl's list has been number 1 since 2016. Top Names For Girls In New York State. Below are...
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.
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...
Concerns over changes coming to Medicaid program, CDPAP
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — A bipartisan group of lawmakers urge the Hochul administration to stop plans to overhaul a Medicaid program that serves over 250 thousand seniors and people with disabilities. It’s called the Consumer Directed Personal Assistance Program, or CDPAP. It pays workers to help elderly, sick or disabled New Yorkers bathe, eat or […]
Report: New York “Removing 28,560 Cars From The Roads,” Should You Worry
We looked into a viral story regarding New York State "removing" nearly 30,000 cars from roads. Is your beloved vehicle in danger?. Earlier this week, a story "New York State Removing “28,560 Cars From The Roads” caught my eye. Like anyone else who saw that headline, I wondered...
New York Child Care Providers are Bleeding Workers
More than childcare providers across every county of New York were beneficiaries of the billions of federal dollars that President Joe Biden’s pandemic relief package injected into the industry. Childcare providers reported using the money to cover rent or pay worker wages, sustaining care for about 676,000 kids in the state. “That helped us keep the doors open,” said Victor Vargas, […]
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