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Thunderstorms possible in Western New York
Update: Also, the National Weather Service has issued this alert — "STRONG THUNDERSTORMS WILL IMPACT SOUTHEASTERN WYOMING... NORTHEASTERN CATTARAUGUS...SOUTHWESTERN LIVINGSTON AND NORTHERN ALLEGANY COUNTIES THROUGH 415 PM EDT... At 324 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along a line extending from near Arcade to near Rushford to near Franklinville. Movement was northeast at 35 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and pea size hail." ...
Man Wanted For Murder May Be Using Dating Apps In New York
A nationwide manhunt continies for the suspect who may be using dating apps in New York. A $10,000 reward is being offered for information leadin to his arrest. Please be aware. The suspect is considered armed and dangerous. The U.S. Marshals Carolinas Regional Fugitive Task Force is offering a reward...
Man Sentenced To Prison The Murder Of A Woman
JERSEY CITY, NJ.- Hudson County Prosecutor Esther Suarez reported on Tuesday, July 23, 2024, that Ishmeal Coleman, 48, of Jersey City, appeared in Hudson County Superior Court and was sentenced by the Honorable John A. Young, J.S.C., to 45 years in New Jersey State Prison for the 2018 stabbing death of Takeela Wilson.
Orange County Land Trust to obtain Warwick’s Gibraltar Rock
WARWICK- The Orange County Land Trust is set to obtain Warwick’s Gibraltar Rock, a 136-acre property, with the help of a $484,000 federal grant. The Gibraltar Rock property is rich in history. Due to the property’s rock formations, it was regarded by Native Americans as sacred ground. It also became a popular place for tourists, hikers, and locals alike who often visit the area to picnic or sightsee. For decades, residents have been pushing for the property to be preserved.
Tough Leaf Raises Another $4.5M to Bring Diversity to the Construction Industry by Matching Contractors with Diverse Firms
Construction companies seeking government contracts must meet subcontracting goals for underrepresented small businesses. This requirement applies to all contracts expected to exceed $1.5M under the Small Business Contracting Program. Tough Leaf is a platform that connects construction companies and contractors with qualified, vetted small and diverse businesses, ensuring compliance with these requirements. The platform streamlines the process with contractors, developers, owners, and government agencies sharing their requirements for each project and with the platform handling everything from matching and outreach to vetting and bid procurement. Tough Leaf has seen 3 bids per bid package on average from a pool of 200,000+ subcontractors and vendors that offer 100s of different types of certifications, expanding opportunities for both prime contractors and small businesses in the construction industry. Prime contractors pay an annual fee to access the platform based on usage while it’s completely free for subcontractors and suppliers.
Get a Free Pint With a Blood Donation at Stout NYC
Stout NYC (90 John St.) is more than just an excellent spot for a post-work hang; it’s also an essential partner to the New York Blood Center, hosting regular blood donation drives to help save lives. If you’d like to contribute, next month, the neighborhood restaurant-bar will host two blood drives: on Monday, August 5 and on Monday, August 19, from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Man on moped punches 2 men unconscious in Hell's Kitchen, 1 in critical
NEW YORK - A man on a moped punched two men, leaving them unconscious in Hell's Kitchen overnight Tuesday, according to police. Police say the man was riding a moped on the sidewalk near 9th Avenue around 3 a.m. when he bumped into a man who was standing nearby. The...
Firefighters in the Lower Hudson Valley Save Deer Stuck in Mud
Firefighters in the lower Hudson Valley recently worked together to help free a deer that had gotten stuck in the mud. Several attempts to pull the animal out had proven futile, as one firefighter told ABC that if you stepped into the muck it would be "down to your knee".
Clover Pond Vineyard wins 11 medals at New York Wine Classic
GUILDERLAND — Less than a decade after starting their vineyard, Joyce and James Besha have won 11 medals at the 38th Annual New York Wine Classic competition. The annual competition, organized by the New York Wine and Grape Foundation, is independently judged by the Beverage Testing Institute. “We work...
Man Wanted For Murder May Be Using Dating Apps In New York
A nationwide manhunt continies for the suspect who may be using dating apps in New York. A $10,000 reward is being offered for information leadin to his arrest. Please be aware. The suspect is considered armed and dangerous. The U.S. Marshals Carolinas Regional Fugitive Task Force is offering a reward...
Several local pairs earn top finishes at state golf amateur mixed team championships
STAFFORD — Kevin and Lisa Webb of Clifton Springs Country Club won the New York State mixed team golf senior title after five playoff holes at Stafford Country Club on Monday. They beat three other pairs in the playoff, including Meredith Hobika of Yahnundasis Golf Club and Luke Hobika of Drumlins Golf Club. Local players Pennie and Jeff Carlo claimed the net title in the senior field.
“Big Money” Winning Mega Millions Tickets Sold In New York
It was a lucky night for two Mega Millions lottery players in New York. The New York State Lottery announced that two "Big Money" winning tickets from last night's Mega Millions drawing were sold in New York. READ MORE: CHECK OUT THE LARGEST LOTTERY JACKPOTS EVER WON IN NEW YORK...
Artist from Teaneck draws acclaim for capturing trauma of Israel at war
In one of Leah Raab's latest works of art, a pair of arms stretch out in desperation from a dark canvas. They reach towards the heavens like a prayer. Elsewhere, feet and hands clutch their way from an abyss, anxious for freedom. To some, the composition in wood and acrylic paint represents...
Officials identify man killed in fiery New Jersey crash
CLIFTON, N.J. (PIX11) – Officials identified the man killed in a fiery crash on Route 3 Monday as a 55-year-old from Linden. Luis Santiago, 55, was found dead after the tractor-trailer he was driving burst into flames on the eastbound Route 3 around 9 a.m. Monday, according to the Passaic County Prosecutor’s Office. The truck […]
FBI Raids $3.5M Home of Ex-Hochul Aide in Pre-Dawn Surprise
FBI Raids $3.5M Home of Ex-Hochul Aide in Pre-Dawn Surprise. In the early hours of Tuesday, a normally quiet gated community in Manhasset, Long Island, experienced an unusual event. The FBI conducted a raid on the $3.5 million home of Linda Sun, a former deputy chief of staff for Gov. Kathy Hochul. Sun, who has held various roles in New York's political landscape under both Hochul and ex-Gov. Andrew Cuomo, was suddenly thrust into the spotlight. The story was first reported by the New York Times.
NY weather: Flood advisory for Saratoga and Warren counties Wednesday night
On Wednesday at 9:40 p.m. the National Weather Service issued a flood advisory in effect until 11:45 p.m. for Saratoga and Warren counties. The weather service says, "Urban and small stream flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected." "Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. Ponding of water in...
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