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11 Baby Names Banned in New York
While some of the names absolutely deserve to be on this list, others may be puzzled to learn kids cannot be named "King" or "Queen," but it's likely the reasoning behind that is much like why you cannot name a baby "God" or "Jesus Christ." While banning a name outright...
7 Dog Breeds New York Considers Most Vicious and Dangerous
While New York State does not ban these dog breeds outright, there are certain types of dogs that are labeled as dangerous and can legally be excluded from insurance coverage. New York City's Housing Authority does ban certain dogs outright, including,. Full- or mixed-breed Doberman Pincher, Pit Bull, and Rottweiler...
NYS Fair 2024: When does it start? How much are tickets? What to know before you go
The Great New York State Fair kicks off its 2024 run on Aug. 21 in Syracuse, renewing the end-of-summer tradition that began nearly 200 years ago. From 800 pounds of creamy churned milk now being carved into the 56th annual butter sculpture to dozens of entertainers filling out the concert lineup, the list...
Sweets Sold At Target, Walmart In New York State May Kill
Over 30 recalled products sold in popular stores across the Empire State now come with the FDA's highest-risk factor, because eating the candy may lead to "death." In May, Hudson Valley Post reported about the candy recall. The FDA just updated the recall and gave the recall the highest risk level.
New York State Residents Should Prepare Now For More Hurricanes
Following destruction from the remnants of Hurricane Debby, New York officials say New Yorkers should brace for more hurricanes this summer. Debby was a hurricane when it hit Florida last week. It was a Tropical Depression when it hit New York State. Tropical Storm Debby In Hudson Valley. The remnants...
Wildfire Smoke From Canada Will Sweep Across New York
Today will be a hazy day across parts of New York as easterly winds will bring smoke from wildfires in Canada across the region. READ MORE: DO POLICE IN NEW YORK STATE HAVE TICKET QUOTAS?. The air quality across New York will remain in the moderate range which means people...
Horse Killed by Deadly Disease That Could Impact CNY Residents
Health officials with one Central New York county are warning people that a horse has died as a result of a serious disease that is transmitted by mosquitoes. Madison County Public Health officials were notified Monday by the New York State Department of health that the first confirmed horse death of the year in Madison County happened in the Town of Sullivan. The death was said to be caused by Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE), sometimes known as "Triple E."
NYS reaches settlement with Spectrum to offer discounted internet to eligible New Yorkers
NEW YORK (WKBW) — New York State has reached a settlement with Charter Communications, Inc., the parent company of Spectrum, to offer discounted internet to eligible New Yorkers. According to the governor's office, the Public Service Commission approved an enforcement settlement with Charter, that will require Charter to re-establish...
The 10 “Most Boring” Hometowns In New York State
Do you live in one of New York State's "most boring" hometowns?. Upstate New York residents were recently asked what's the "most boring" places to live in Upstate New York. What Towns Do You Think Are Most Boring in Upstate New York?. Below are the results. However, these results don't...
Madison County ramps up mosquito surveillance program following EEEV death of horse
SULLIVAN, N.Y. — A horse in the Town of Sullivan died from Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) yesterday in Madison County's first EEE detection this year. In response, the Madison County Public Health Department is enhancing its surveillance program, adding an additional mosquito trap location in Sullivan. “Unfortunately, there is...
Madison County Praises Highway Department After State Comptroller Report
Wampsville, N.Y. - Madison County giving kudos to their Highway Department, after the State Comptroller office ranked Madison County in the Top 5 Counties with the lowest percentage of bridges in poor condition. Madison as of 2023, has 174 bridges of those 115 are maintained by Madison County, only 3...
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