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The Yankees could solve lead-off and first base with one trade
The Yankees have been in talks with the Tampa Bay Rays ahead of the deadline regarding multiple players. In a perfect world, the Yankees would be able to pry Isaac Paredes away from their AL East division rival, but they may end up settling for an option like Yandy Diaz.
Family's Screams Send Home Invader Running In Terrifying Weekend Encounter: Bergen Prosecutor
A Texas man has been arrested in a Bergen County home invasion this weekend after he was scared off by the victims' screams, authorities said.Jisun Park, 40, of Carrollton, TX, was masked and armed when he confronted two adults and their children after he entered their Impatiens Way garage around 1…
SCPD: Woman Shoplifts Over $400 in Merchandise from Selden Target, Flees with Getaway Driver
Suffolk County Crime Stoppers and Suffolk County Police Sixth Precinct Crime Section officers are seeking the public’s help to identify and locate the pair who stole merchandise from a Selden store in June. A woman entered Target, located at 307 Independence Plaza, and stole merchandise valued at approximately $470...
NY weather: Suffolk County under a flood advisory Monday midday
A flood advisory was issued by the National Weather Service on Monday at 10:56 a.m. in effect until 12:30 p.m. for Suffolk County. The weather service describes, "Urban and small stream flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected." "Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas," explains the weather service....
Suffolk County to hold two blood drives in honor of Scott Martella Aug. 1
Suffolk County, in partnership with the New York Blood Center, will host a Blood Drive in honor of Scott Martella on Thursday, Aug. 1 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Martella, who was the Communications Director for Suffolk County, was killed in a three-car crash on the Long Island Expressway in Manorville in 2016 at the age of 29. Locations include the Suffolk County Fire Academy, Room K, 103 East Avenue, Yaphank and the H. Lee Dennison Bldg, Plaza, 100 Veterans Memorial Hwy, Hauppauge. To schedule an appointment, call 1-888-933-2566. Walk-ins accepted.
Former state senator James Seward passes away at 72
MILFORD, NY (WUTR/WFXV/WPNY) – James Seward, the 33 year veteran of New York State politics has passed away. He was 72 years old. Seward was first elected to the New York State Senate 1986 and retired in 2020. He stepped down after being diagnosed with a return of bladder cancer. Seward was born in Oneonta […]
REPORT: Locally-owned Capital Region bridges rated in poor condition
A new report released by New York State Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli looks at the condition of local bridges throughout New York. The report found that although the state as a whole has seen an improvement in the condition of local bridges, many are still in poor condition.
Recall: Many Vehicles In New York Need A New Engine, For Free
Many New Yorkers will get a brand-new engine installed in their vehicles, for free. Toyota has updated its recall involving over 100,000 vehicles. The company issued a safety recall involving certain model year 2022-2023 Toyota Tundra and Lexus LX vehicles. About 102,000 Toyota and Lexus branded vehicles, gas-only models, sold...
Revolutionary App Helps New York Patients Restore Their Hearing
Welcome Hudson Valley! This is Conor Walsh, host of In Touch, Townsquare Media of the Hudson Valley’s Award-Winning Public Affairs and Issues program. This week on In Touch, we speak with Chris Ellis, Founder of AudioCardio. AudioCardio is a clinically-proven sound therapy that maintains and restores hearing. A Stanford study showed 78% of participants had a positive change in hearing within 3 weeks. Chris and I discuss what Hudson Valley residents need to do preventatively for noise pollution, and how AudioCardio works simply via phone app.
Homeownership in New York Plummeting at Record Pace
Looks like New York really is experiencing a mass exodus. Less and less people own homes in New York State. According to Property Ownership in America, rates have been steadily declining since 2014. In recent years, however, that rate has only accelerated. There are several reasons why that is. The...
Where Are 22 Speed Cameras in New York This Week
22 cameras are busting speeders on several roads in the Empire State this week, one in Central New York. The radar was installed as part of legislation, signed into law in September 2022. The cameras move around the state every week to different construction zones in an effort to get drivers to take their foot off the gas and keep workers safe.
DEC: New Yorkers Need To Check Pools And Trees For Invasive Beetle
The New York State DEC told New Yorkers to be on the lookout in pools and trees for an invasive insect that attacks and kills maple and other hardwood trees. According to the DEC, the Asian longhorned beetle, or 'ALB,' is "an invasive wood-boring insect that feeds on a variety of hardwoods, including maple, birch, elm, ash, poplar, horse chestnut, and willow."
Wildfire Smoke In New York May Be More ‘Explosive’ This Summer
Do you remember last summer walking outside and smelling smoke, along with yellow-tinted skies? Well, officials say wildfire smoke in New York might be "more explosive" this summer. New York officials are warning of wildfire smoke moving into the area. Western Wildfire Smoke Reaches New York State. Over the weekend...
Don’t get lost: NYS DOT begins changing exit numbers on Central NY highways
The New York State Department of Transportation has begun changing exit numbers on multiple highways in Central New York. Exits on Interstate 81, Interstate 690 and state Route 481 will be updated to numbers matching their mile markers along each highway, the DOT announced last month. Exit 11 for Ithaca/Cortland on I-81 recently changed to Exit 52 and Exit 13 for state Rt. 281/Preble is now Exit 62; both include smaller signs noting the “old exit” number.
ALERT! This Nasty Virus Is Back New York State
Officials in portions of New York State are reporting that there has been an uptick in the amount of confirmed cases of a nasty virus. The summer is here and most people are spending time outdoors. Whether it is a backyard picnic, or camping and hiking, there are so many fun things to do when summer hits the Empire State. However, there are some dangers that you need to be aware of.
2024’s Weather has been crazy in Western New York
The weather today is going to be some of the nicest weather we have seen in a while here in Western New York. We are just over halfway through 2024, and it is amazing how crazy the weather has been already this year. so much has happened that you might...
Upstate New York as a national tech corridor? Report finds some obstacles
A new report from a national economic think tank finds some challenges to turning Upstate New York into a national tech economic hub. The biggest obstacle: a lack of small business lending. State and local officials say they intend to invest millions into rebuilding the Upstate economy and turning the...
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