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New York sees highest amount of Listeria cases amid Boar’s Head outbreak
NEW YORK (PIX11) — Twelve people in New York state and two people in New Jersey have contracted Listeria food poisoning amid an outbreak linked to Boar’s Head sliced deli meat, according to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention. The CDC mapped the ongoing Listeria outbreak but says those numbers could be higher because […]
Rep. Tenney, firefighters oppose 'burdensome' proposed changes to OSHA standard
Congresswoman Claudia Tenney (R-NY-24) and local firefighters in Niagara County are sounding the alarm on proposed changes to OSHA regulations that make changes to the Fire Brigades Standard and proposing new rules for departments. More from WBEN:
NY Gaming Commission Suggests That Saratoga Should Have Synthetic Course
The New York Gaming Commission (NYGC) has released its 2023 report regarding the high rate of fatalities upstate last year. Between May 26, 2023 and September 4, 2023, there were 17 equine fatalities at Saratoga Race Course, which again put the track's Thoroughbred safety record under scrutiny. Several suggestions were...
Business groups urge Hochul to order review of NY Climate Act
Albany, N.Y. — A coalition of more than 50 business, energy and labor organizations are calling on Gov. Kathy Hochul’s administration to conduct a comprehensive assessment of New York’s impending mandates under the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act, which are not on track to be met and could result in significant energy supply shortfalls and adverse impacts across numerous industries.
Bear Terrifies Upstate New York Campers, Campers Ticketed
Upstate New York campers who called for help with a bear ended up getting caught doing something illegal. On Tuesday, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation released its "DEC Forest Rangers – Week in Review" report which highlights "Recent Statewide Forest Ranger Actions." Bear Encounter: Village of...
Upstate NY insurance company in trouble, tells customers to find a new carrier
An Upstate New York-based insurance company appears to be going out of business as it urges customers to find a new carrier. “We regret to inform our agents and policyholders that our financial position has continued to deteriorate,” Adirondack Insurance Exchange said on its website. “We urge all current customers to begin working with their independent agent to secure new coverage with a rated carrier, immediately.”
Ancram neighbors association makes five educational grants
ANCRAM — Five Ancram residents have received grants from Ancram Neighbors Helping Neighbors Association which will allow them to continue on their educational paths, all of which are leading toward careers that will help others. Several community members also were provided assistance with other educational projects. According to a...
Department of Public Utilities approves Housatonic Water Works rate increase request
On Wednesday, July 31, the Department of Public Utilities approved the rate increase request made by Housatonic Water Works. In June 2023, the controversial company originally filed an application with the state’s Department of Public Utilities requesting a 112.7 percent overall revenue increase. Back in April, the Office of...
Housatonic Water Works annual report for 2023 reveals yet another salary increase for Mercers
Housatonic — The long troubled Housatonic Water Works company recently filed its annual report for 2023 with the Department of Public Utilities. The report shows that, yet again, both company President Frederick Mercer and Treasurer James Mercer yet again received a raise in their salaries. Since at least the...
Prevention Needs Assessment survey reveals Monument Mountain and Mount Everett High School student attitudes about drugs and alcohol
Editor’s note: Madeline Hardy is a student of Monument Mountain High School, class of 2025. Madeline is a co-chair of the Railroad Street Youth Project’s Southern Berkshire Community Health Coalition. The organization is a group of community partners collaborating to prevent youth substance use in South County. Berkshire...
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