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Big Money Winning Mega Millions Tickets Sold In New York
Two New Yorkers are waking up this morning a little bit richer. The New York State Lottery announced that there were two "Big Money" winning tickets sold in New York from last night's Mega Millions drawing. Each one of those tickets matched four out of five numbers and also had...
Say Goodbye to These New York Hotel Items in 2025
A new law is going into effect in New York State in 2025, and hotel rooms will never look the same again. The last decade has already seen some major changes at hotels and motels across the country. The practice of only washing towels that are left on the bathroom floor, for example, was one step the businesses took in an attempt to lower their water consumption and carbon footprint (as well as save money on utility bills). The new law has a similar angle.
Win Millions On These New York Lottery Scratch-Offs With The Most Top Prizes- July 2024
New York Lottery scratch-off tickets have plenty of grand prizes that are well over a million dollars. Are you ready to win in July 2024? Here's what to scratch and buy:. These tickets offer the chance to turn dreams into reality. If you ended up winning over a million dollars on a ticket, how would you spend it? Would you blow it all in one shot, or would you invest and save?
Did You Know This Amazing Secret About Geese in New York?
Canada geese in New York State have a certain reputation. These no-nonsense birds that vigilantly protect themselves and their young are often thought of as dangerous, but they're hiding an amazing secret. While their species name contains the word "Canada", they might as well be called "New York Geese". The...
The Most Underrated Patio Bar In Western New York
The weather is warming up and if you are looking for a perfect place to meet up with family and friends you might be overlooking one place here in Western New York. If you ask me, there are certain things that a patio bar needs in order to make it a good place to hang out.
Rest stop restaurants should be open 24/7
Driving back from Vermont a week ago for a short trip, we stopped on the New York State Thruway to fill up and grab a coffee. As per usual on a Summer Sunday, the highway was crowded with traffic, mostly families trying to get back to Jersey to prepare for the coming work week. It was early so the crowds weren't too bad for us, but the lines at the other storefronts were starting to grow.
TAKE 5 ticket worth over $11k sold in Rochester
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Rochester is one of three cities in New York that saw TAKE 5 winners! According to the New York State Lottery, a prize-winning ticket worth over $11,567 was purchased at the Wegmans store on Chili Avenue. Other tickets that were purchased includde the Discount Zone Inc. on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn […]
Capital Region restaurant inspections: June 24-28
Here are the inspections from June 24 to 28 reported by the NYSDOH divided up by critical violations, non-critical violations, and no violations. You can find a list of all restaurant inspections for the last several years on the NYSDOH website.
Pizzeria With 150 New York Locations Confirms Closures, More At Risk
A popular pizzeria is closing about 20 locations and officials fear over 100 more are in danger. Pizza Hut suddenly shut down several restaurants. Pizza Hut shut down 19 locations across two states. Four are in Ohio while 15 are located in Indiana, Eat This, Not That Reports. There are...
Best Fried Dough Places (That Aren’t Fairs Or Festivals) In Western New York
We all know that the best place to get fried dough is at a festival or fair, right? What if it isn't? What if one of the best places to get it serves it year-round?. Who doesn't love a good piece of fried dough? It's soft and buttery. It's hot and sugary. It's got just the right amount of crispiness on the outside. Fried dough is a perfect summertime food. They're served at just about every single fair and festival in the area. You can get them at lawn fetes and summer events all summer long. Pair one up with a mug of birch beer and you might get the closest experience you can get to heaven on earth.
Health Alert: Chocolate Items From New York Supermarkets Recalled
On the heels of a massive ice cream recall, New Yorkers now have to watch out for chocolate sold at supermarkets. If you're interested in learning more about the massive ice cream recall, featuring 13 popular brands, CLICK HERE. Chocolate Chip Muffin Recall. Chocolate chip muffins sold at many New...
CDC set to roll out new requirements for dog owners crossing the border
BUFFALO, N.Y. — July 4th week means the dog days of summer are here. Many in Western New York are throwing their kids and dogs in the car and escaping up north to try to beat the heat at the beach in Canada. But new CDC mandates mean bringing...
Popular Saratoga Springs Cafe Named New York’s Best For Comfort Food
The Capital Region is known for its great diners and cafes, and one is getting some national love as one of the best mom-and-pop spots for comfort food. When it comes to eating out, there are some days you want to go all out at the fanciest, high-class eatery for some gourmet cuisine. Then there are days you want to skip all the pomp and circumstance for a down-home meal that connects to your soul through your taste buds and belly. These are the times you head to your favorite local greasy spoon diner or cafe.
N.Y. Lottery: Powerball player takes home $50,000 in third-prize win
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — A New York Lottery player recently won $50,000 with a third-prize winning Powerball ticket. The New York Lottery announced the winning ticket for the June 29 drawing matched four white balls and the red Powerball. It was sold at Speedway, located at 46 E Sunrise Highway in Merrick, New York.
NYS Fair adds 35th concert to 2024’s free music lineup
The New York State Fair is getting closer to revealing its full entertainment lineup for 2024. The Cleverlys, a comedic music group featuring Digger Cleverly and his family, will perform at the NYS Fair’s Chevy Court stage on Aug. 30 at 1 p.m. The show is free with admission to the Fair.
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