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New York Eliminating Safety Inspections on Vehicles?
Do you think it would be a good idea for the state of New York to do like other states and eliminate the need for vehicle owners to have and pass a yearly safety inspection?. There are two things that most of us New Yorkers are well aware we have to do at least once every year and if we don't do them there could be serious consequences. We have to pay and file our taxes, and we need to have the vehicles we own and drive inspected. Not that you need an explanation but if you don't pay your taxes, the state will eventually find out and you'll spend years trying to clear things up.
What's keeping drivers from buying EVs? Mostly price.
More drivers are buying them, but electric cars still make up a small share of the market in Rhode Island. A new survey from AAA Northeast of drivers in the Ocean State and its neighbors raises questions about how fast the electric vehicle market share will grow, even as state and federal lawmakers...
First responders rescue dog from half-submerged houseboat on Cazenovia Lake
CAZENOVIA, N.Y. — A houseboat is currently half-submerged on Cazenovia Lake. The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation reported to the lake on Tuesday to find the houseboat stuck on a shallow sandbar. Responders did not observe fuel or motor oil leaking from the vessel, however, fire crews...
CNY school district picks new nickname after ditching 'Warriors'
Syracuse, N.Y. — The Morrisville-Eaton school district has picked a new nickname: Mavericks. The moniker was chosen after the community was invited to offer ideas through e-mail, surveys, and suggestion boxes, producing hundreds of suggestions. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on...
Tillie's Touch to host school supplies giveaway with fun activities in Minoa Sunday
MINOA, N.Y. — Tillie's Touch is holding its annual school supply giveaway on Sunday. The giveaway will feature face painting, snow cones and other activities, as well as a free backpack filled with school supplies. Participating children can also receive clothes and a free haircut just in time for...
Tesla’s deal with New York State is about to change dramatically
Tesla’s deal with New York State officials regarding the Gigafactory in Buffalo is about to change dramatically as the current agreement is set to expire this year. The factory produces Tesla’s Solar Roof and Superchargers. There are also Autopilot data analysts employed at the factory. Tesla currently has...
Chancellor King Joins SUNY Sullivan Community to Celebrate New State Operating Funding for Community Colleges in 2024-25 Enacted Budget
SUNY Sullivan is Enhancing Its Medical Assistant and Respiratory Care Programs, Building a Polysomnography Microcredential, and Supporting Onsite Healthcare Credential Exam Testing. The Campus is Also Increasing its Investment in Student Mental Health Support. Loch Sheldrake, NY. – State University of New York Chancellor John B. King Jr. today joined...
Unbeaten rivals meet in New York Sire Stakes at Vernon Downs
VERNON — Vernon Downs plays host to a $110,100 leg of the New York Sire Stakes (NYSS) for two-year-old pacing colts and gelding on Saturday. The main event will feature two undefeated pacers, as unbeaten Thirsty Thursday with driver Matt Kakaley takes on unbeaten Fast Choice with driver Doug McNair and seven others.
Empire Super Sprint Cole Cup special set for a Utica-Rome Speedway this Saturday
Gene Cole was a long-time owner of the Utica-Rome Speedway. During his tenure at this half-mile Vernon oval, he made numerous improvements to this facility and upgraded it to one of the finer speedways in the area. As a tribute to Gene Cole, new track owner, Brett Deyo, is running...
With certifications in Arizona and Missouri, voters in eight states will decide on abortion-related ballot measures in 2024, the most on record for a single year
Voters in eight states—Arizona, Colorado, Florida, Maryland, Missouri, New York, Nevada, and South Dakota—will decide on abortion-related ballot measures in Nov. 2024. This is the most on record for a single year. Initiatives are pending signature verification in three additional states—Arkansas, Montana, and Nebraska. Measures were most...
DOCCS reports 3 more WNY corrections officers hospitalized
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — For the third time in just over a week, corrections officers at a local prison have reportedly fallen ill while on the job. According to officials, different chemical or substance exposures are said to be the cause, sending more than a dozen corrections officers to local hospitals. The most recent reported […]
Verona Beach State Park Closes Swimming Area Due to Harmful Algal Bloom
VERONA, N.Y. -- Verona Beach State Park's swimming area is closed due to harmful algal bloom. Harmful algal blooms, or HABs, are algae that can make people and animals sick, and can impact drinking water, causing discoloration of the water, floating scums and unpleasant odors. According to the New York...
New York Residents Urged To STOP Sending Checks In The Mail
One man mailed a check for less than $90 but criminals altered the check and stole over $45,000. Two years have passed and the retiree is still fighting to get his money back. The New York Times reports despite New Yorkers writing fewer checks over the past few decades, check fraud is dramatically increasing.
Mathis, Calli reappointed to MVCC Board of Trustees
UTICA — The Oneida County Board of Legislators has recently reappointed David Mathis and William S. Calli Jr. to the Mohawk Valley Community College Board of Trustees for seven-year terms. Mathis, a 1970 graduate of MVCC, has served as an MVCC Trustee successively since his appointment by Oneida County...
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