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New York State Police Warn About Underhanded and ‘Sophisticated’ Scam
Scams are unfortunately nothing new in the Hudson Valley or the surrounding New York area. Luckily, law enforcement is working hard to stay one step ahead of the criminals looking to make a score. This week, New York State Police (NYSP) are warning residents about a new "sophisticated" scam targeting...
Upgraded Rest Stop Opens on New York State Thruway
The New York State Thruway Authority is celebrating this week as one of the most traveled roads in New York become a little more "convenient" for Hudson Valley drivers. If you've ever found yourself driving on the New York State Thruway you know that every 50 miles or so there are service areas that drivers can use to fuel up, stretch their legs, use the restroom, and or get something to eat. The New York State Thruway Authority (NYSTA) currently has 27 service areas along the 500+ miles of controlled-access toll roads.
Closed: ‘Contaminated’ Water Found At These New York Beaches
Officials from New York closed down two beaches because the water was found to be "contaminated." The Westchester County Department of Health confirmed two beaches were shut down because of "elevated bacteria levels." Westchester County Closes Two Beaches. Westchester County Beach Surveillance Program "protects the public from illnesses associated with...
New York losing more taxpayers to outmigration: Report
(The Center Square) – New York lost more than $14.1 billion in state-adjusted gross income over a two-year period as residents fled to New Jersey, Florida and other low-tax states, according to newly released Internal Revenue Service data. The data, based on income tax returns, shows New York lost more than 222,702 residents in the […]
Baseball: Paino, Collins and Weatherwax headline the Journal's 2024 All-Stars
There wasn't the perfect ending Owen Paino hoped for, the bow on his high school career being a blissful celebration. Instead, the Roy C. Ketcham baseball team came up just a run short, falling in the Class AAA state final. But that heartbreak makes the run that Paino led them on no less impressive, nor was his varsity career any less remarkable.
Harm reduction vending machines being installed in North Country
GLENS FALLS, N.Y. (WCAX) - New plans are taking shape in New York to install three harm-reduction vending machines. They will be stocked with Narcan, test strips, wound care kits and feminine hygiene products. There is no cost to access the products and the machines will be available to the...
US voters press Congress candidates to fix housing crisis
(Reuters) - From suburban New York to rural Montana, candidates for U.S. Congress are getting an earful from voters stressed by stratospheric housing costs, interviews with Democratic and Republican campaigns and Reuters/Ipsos polling showed.
Why is the New York State DEC Capturing Atlantic Sturgeon
I am not even going to try to tell you that I have ever fished. Yes, I have been on a fishing trip or two but I have never had anything at the end of my line which is why I think I get so fascinated by people who fish successfully.
Republican John Sarcone expresses confidence in battle for Westchester District Attorney
The Republican taking on former Judge Susan Cacace in the race for Westchester District Attorney said he is undaunted by the Democrats' huge advantage among registered voters in the county. John Sarcone is even trying to portray Cacace as a far-left Democrat ‒ after she got finished turning back primary challengers who called...
Hudson Valley Made Liquid Sunshine Is This Years Drink Of The Summer
Liquid sunshine is now available at fan favorite locations throughout the Hudson Valley. This business is more of a second home to New York state residents. It's a place where locals can get their favorite ice cream flavor and fill up on gas. They have over 350 shops in New...
Faculty to Serve on Committees for NYSED
Associate Professor of Education and Director of Literacy MEd program Dr. Elizabeth Stevens has been invited to join the Educator Preparation Working Group as part of The New York State Path Forward initiative. This work, spearheaded by the New York State Education Department (NYSED) and the Literacy Academy Collective, is supported by The Hunt Institute’s Path Forward initiative.
$40 Million Boost Announced for New York’s Veterans – Find Out Who’s Benefiting
In a significant move to bolster New York State's nonprofit sector, more than $40 million in capital grants has been announced for 136 nonprofit organizations. The funding, allocated through the Nonprofit Infrastructure Capital Investment Program (NICIP) and the Veterans’ Nonprofit Capital Program (VNCP), aims to address critical infrastructure needs and enhance services for veterans and families across the state.
Popular Pharmacy Closing Under Performing Stores in New York?
A big-name pharmacy chain has announced they are planning to close a "significant portion" of its 8,000 stores in the U.S. Back in June 2023, we told you that Walgreens was planning to close 150 locations in the United States by the end of the following summer (2024) after the company missed profit expectations again.
CDC set to roll out new requirements for dog owners crossing the border
BUFFALO, N.Y. — July 4th week means the dog days of summer are here. Many in Western New York are throwing their kids and dogs in the car and escaping up north to try to beat the heat at the beach in Canada. But new CDC mandates mean bringing...
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