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New York DOT: Scary Footage of Near Accident in Work Zone [VIDEO]
Late last week, the New York Department of Transportation (DOT) shared scary footage of a near-miss accident that happened in a work zone in Otsego, New York. The summer is a popular time for road work across New York state. There are numerous major roads across the Hudson Valley that are currently under construction or undergoing maintenance resulting in work zones.
Donald Trump’s lawyers urge New York appeals court to overturn ‘egregious’ civil fraud verdict
NEW YORK (AP) — Fresh off victories in other legal cases, Donald Trump on Monday pressed a New York appeals court to overturn the nearly $500 million New York civil fraud judgment that threatens to drain his personal cash reserves as he campaigns to retake the White House. In...
Analysts believe New York cannot go any lower than their 51% sports betting tax rate
Last Thursday, the National Council of Legislators from Gaming States had its summer meeting in Pittsburgh. There was hope from some operators in the US that New York’s 51% sports betting tax rate would decrease. However, it was discussed at the meeting last week that New York cannot go any lower than the 51% tax rate they already have. Troy Mackey, the coordinator of the New York Assembly’s Racing & Wagering Committee, had this to say about there not being any room to change their tax rate.
ADOPTED! That 'Fowl' Mouthed NY Parrot Has A New Home
A unique parrot was breaking the internet when an animal shelter highlighted this foul-mouthed bird. The Western New York shelter said they received over four hundred inquiries about him. Pepper is known to have some colorful language so he had to go to the right family. He has been adopted.
Rep. Nick Langworthy introduces resolution demanding the firing of Secret Service director after Trump shooting
U.S. Rep. Nick Langworthy on Monday introduced a resolution demanding the termination of U.S. Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle following the attempted assassination of former President Trump more than a week ago. Cheatle was questioned on Capitol Hill Monday by the House Oversight Committee and has been called on to...
Gov. Hochul reveals ‘unprecedented’ number of tornadoes that hit N.Y. in July
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Gov. Kathy Hochul is calling for a federal emergency declaration from President Biden, in the wake of a series of storms and an unprecedented number of tornadoes that hit New York State this month. In a post on X, formerly known as Twitter, Hochul wrote:...
Capital Region restaurant inspections: July 15-19
These are the inspections from July 15 to 19 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.
NYSACC Conference on the Environment, September 18-20
WATERTOWN, N.Y. (WWTI) – The Tug Hill Commission invites interested municipalities, organizations, and citizens to attend the 2024 New York State Association of Conservation Commissions Conference on the Environment, which will take place from September 18 to September 20, 2024. Virtual presentations and an in-person social hour will take...
New York State Comptroller Unveils Municipal and School Audits
Mismanagement Uncovered in Stafford, Lancaster, and Franklinville; Budget Concerns in Yonkers (WNY News Now) – New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli has released a series of audits highlighting financial and operational issues within various local governments and school districts. These audits reveal significant management flaws and compliance failures, impacting both finances and services across…
70 MPH On The New York State Thruway Soon?
As the summer rolls on, and the fall routine is ahead, here in New York State the road trip season is in overdrive. But when you cruise from town to town, or event to event, should it be a quicker commute on the New York State Thruway? It is a debate that pops up every now and again.
Town of Salina dedicates new community center to fallen Onondaga County officers
SALINA, N.Y. — The Town of Salina is dedicating its new community center to two fallen heroes. In April, Syracuse Police Officer Michael Jensen and Onondaga County Sheriff's Deputy Lt. Michael Hoosock were shot and killed in an ambush in Salina. On Monday, town officials were joined by members of the officers' families to unveil that the town's new community center will be called the "Hoosock-Jensen Salina Community Center."
Mount Upton man arrested for Butternuts accident
BUTTERNUTS, NY (WUTR/WFXV/WPNY) — A Chenango County man was arrested by New York State police for intentionally striking a vehicle in the town of Butternuts on Monday, July 22. Troopers were called to County Route 18 and State Highway 51 in the town of Butternuts at approximately 8 pm...
Ithaca Sees Warnings as New York Experiences Historic Tornado Outbreak
Being a Cornell student earns you many privileges — including being woken up by an emergency alert in the middle of the night while at home for the summer on another continent. However, Cornellians on campus on Wednesday, July 10 at 4:22 p.m. were urged to take shelter due...
Free rabies clinic coming up in Chemung
CHEMUNG, N.Y. (WETM) — If you’ve been meaning to get your pet vaccinated against rabies, now’s the time. The Chemung County Health Department is holding a free rabies clinic in the Town of Chemung between 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 1. Pet owners who register in advance through Chemung County’s website can […]
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