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New York Passes New Lithium-Ion Battery Legislation
ALBANY, N.Y. - Legislation that targets lithium-ion batteries and aims to keep New Yorkers safe both on and off the road is now on the books. The package of laws signed by Gov. Kathy Hochul on Thursday, July 11, prohibit the sale of lithium-ion batteries that are not up to manufacturing standards (and include civil penalties for violations); direct the Department of State -- in consultation with the Division of Homeland Security, Emergency Services, and the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority -- to develop and maintain safety resources; require the state fire administrator within the...
New Yorkers warned of texting scam imitating E-ZPass & Tolls by Mail
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) – The New York State Thruway Authority is warning residents about a texting scam imitating E-ZPass and Tolls by Mail via text message. Residents are told that E-ZPass and Tolls by Mail will never send anyone an email or text requesting sensitive, personal information such as social security, credit card number, usernames, […]
Fund to Aid Children Harmed at Birth Hasn’t Kept Promises, Families Say
The birth had been long and difficult. Denise Olivio requested a cesarean section, she said, but was rebuffed until a doctor decided it was an emergency. The baby, GianRaul, came out purple, and it took doctors 15 minutes to locate his heartbeat. Hours later, Olivio and her husband — exhausted but relieved that their son had survived — said they saw their doctor and midwife being pulled aside by a man in a suit who they believed was the hospital’s lawyer.
Vape disposal boxes available in Putnam
CARMEL- The Prevention Council of Putnam has initiated a system allowing for the safe disposal of vape products countywide. Despite warnings of the dangers of vaping, the Centers for Disease Control reported recently, e-cigarette monthly unit sales increased by 46.6 percent—from 15.5 million units in January of 2020, to 22.7 million units in December of 2023; prefilled device sales decreased, while disposable device sales increased; and sales of sweet, youth-appealing flavors increased.
Old world tradition celebrated in Putnam Valley
PUTNAM VALLEY- The sounds of the ‘oom pah pah” band, old fashioned Bavarian and Austrian food accompanied by camaraderie and friendship highlighted a weekend German Fest that attracted hundreds of men, women and children to the German-American Social Club in Putnam Valley where entertainment was provided by the group Spitzbaum.
Croton-on-Hudson Police Department To Host First National Night Out Event
National Night Out is an annual community-building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie to make our neighborhoods safer, more caring places to live. This free event aims to strengthen these vital partnerships while providing an evening of fun-filled activities for residents of all ages. Highlights of the event...
Mets squander opportunities in another loss to Marlins
Christian Scott and Trevor Rogers matched zeroes early in this game, with Scott pitching out of a jam in the bottom of the third. Miami loaded the bases with one out on an infield single and a pair of walks, but Scott and escaped by striking out Jesus Sanchez and getting Otto Lopez to foul out.
Latest Information Released in Wallkill “Murder for Hire” Investigation
Back in October of 2022, news broke of a shocking murder that took place in the town of Wallkill. In the time since then, the investigation itself has taken a variety of twists and turns and it was discovered that the murder itself was actually a "murder for hire". Over...
New York Mets Eyes Trades of Attractive Starting Pitchers for Playoff Push
The New York Mets are considering their options at the trade deadline, with the possibility of trading starting pitchers like Luis Severino, Sean Manaea, and Jose Quintana as attractive trade pieces based on their performance. Severino and Quintana are set to be free agents after the season, while Manaea has a player option. The Mets, currently in a playoff spot, may choose to keep their pitchers unless their performance falters in the near future.
Celebrate National Ice Cream Day in NYC with Van Leeuwen, Hello Kitty
TRIBECA, Manhattan (PIX11) — Looking for a way to celebrate National Ice Cream Day in New York City? Van Leeuwen Ice Cream has teamed up with Hello Kitty to make a specialty berry white chocolate flavor, which goes on sale Sunday, National Ice Cream Day. And customers can give the new, hot pink flavor a […]
Retired Chimps Used for Research Need Funds to Stay Alive
Sixty six captive chimpanzees on a small island in Liberia, Africa were abandoned by the New York Blood Center and are now in desperate need of food and water. This group of chimps were captured, breed, and used for research in Vilab II- a facility created by NYBC in partnership with the Liberian Institute for Biomedical Research in the 1970s. After more than 30 years of confinement and injecting these chimps with hepatitis to study its affect on donated blood, the lab shut down in 2005.
Massive Number Of Tourists Choosing Upstate New York Over NYC
Tourism is booming in "unexpected" places in Upstate New York, but declining in New York City. In late June, New York Gov. Kathy Hochul paused the start of Congestion Pricing "indefinitely." The plan was set to start on June 30 and would have charged drivers at least $15 to drive...
Major New York Airport Testing Self Driving Shuttles
The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey posted information about a change at a major New York airport. On July 15, 2024 The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey announced that customers of John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York City will be participating in a new program.
Knicks rookie proves he's NBA-ready with under-the-radar Summer League showing
The new-look The New York Knicks have done a terrific job of improving their roster and appear to be a title contender on paper. However, one of their lesser-known roster additions was Tyler Koleck, who was taken 34th overall despite being seen by many as one of the best point guards in the draft. Thus far, he has proven that with his strong NBA Summer League play.
Positive Update: Local Mother & Newborn Child in Need of Tefillos
Slansky Tehillim Update: B’Chasdei Hashem, we received the following positive update from the family of the new mother and infant child in need of Tefillos:. “To our family friends and the entire Klal Yisroel, We are overwhelmed by the outpouring of support shown to our families over the past week.
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