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What to know as REAL ID requirements go into effect less than nine months from now
A federal initiative years in the making and pushed back due to the COVID-19 pandemic is set to take full effect in less than nine months. One local county clerk is advising residents to be ready when the requirements take effect. More from WBEN:
Possible Second Cold Front Could Bring New York’s First Frost By Labor Day
The leaves are already changing colors across Central New York, meaning the first frost is right around the corner. The Old Farmer's Almanac's prediction of the first frost of 2024 may already be outdated not even a week after issuing it. Why? Another cold front could be heading our way.
Major insurer overpaid $5 million in claims for NY retirees , audit finds
Albany, N.Y. — A major insurer for many New York state retirees improperly paid over 200 insurance claims costing over $5 million, according to an audit by the state comptroller’s office. The audit centered on evaluating insurance claims submitted by Anthem Blue Cross — formerly Empire Blue Cross...
Two charged in compliance check targeting alcohol sales to minors: Riverhead Police
Two people were arrested on charges related to the sale of alcohol products to underage patrons during a compliance check conducted by Riverhead Town Police yesterday, police said in a press release. The Riverhead Police Department Community Oriented Police Enforcement (COPE) Division, with cooperation from the Riverhead Community Awareness Program...
The Daily Dirt: Adams asks agencies to envision housing in their properties
Bring us your vacant, oddly shaped and underdeveloped city-owned sites. One of the hottest trends in housing policy is to look at the land you already have and do something with it. Kamala Harris and Donald Trump have said they want to do this with federal property to see what...
In Newburgh joint police effort takes down 13; seizes 17 firearms
NEWBURGH – City of Newburgh and Town of New Windsor Police as well as several State Police Troop F special units executed five search warrants on Tuesday, arrested 13 people and seized 17 firearms. The Troop F Violent Narcotics Enforcement Team-led effort also resulted in the seizure of illegal...
Relentless Flirting Prompted Mom To Stab Co-Worker At Bergen County Restaurant: Attorney
A 23-year-old single mother has been released from jail more than a week after authorities say she stabbed her co-worker at a Bergen County restaurant.With help from Spanish to English interpreters, Bergen County Criminal Judge Susan J. Steele granted Juana Galvez Genaro release on pretrial mo…
Yankees Lose Star Rookie Hurler to Injury
Starter exits game early after command struggles in midst of breakout season
Help Needed: Woman Walking With Teddy Bear Badly Hurt In New York
A woman walking on a major highway in New York, while holding a large teddy bear, was hit by a car. Help is needed in identifying her. On Wednesday, New York State Police asked for help in identifying a woman who was hit by a car. New York State Police...
Why Mosquitoes Bite Some People More Than Others In New York
A doctor is explaining why mosquitoes bite some people more than others. Did you know that mosquitoes are considered the "world's deadliest" creatures. That's according to the CDC. Zika virus, West Nile and Eastern equine encephalitis (EEE) are three viruses spread by these insects that can cause a fatal infection.
STUDY: New York Is One of the “Most Religious” States in the Country
A new survey is suggesting that New York is overwhelmingly religious, to the point it puts states like Utah and Louisiana to shame. Religion has become somewhat politicized in recent years, no matter what faith one may be, and that is unfortunate because nearly half of all Americans say religion is very important in their lives.
This New York Walmart In the Capital Region Is Limiting Use Of Self-Checkout
Experts say that retail theft occurs every single day in the United States. According to Capital One Shopping, stores across the Nation lost an estimated $121 billion to retail theft in 2023. New York State stores reported a total loss of $9 billion in sales revenue last year. One New...
Undocumented NY resident accused of swindling $110K in Gold Bullion from Nelson Co. man, sheriff says
NELSON COUNTY, Va. (WFXR) – The Nelson County Sheriff says an undocumented man living in NYS, has been charged with racketeering after posing as a Federal Reserve employee to swindle over $100,000 of Gold Bullion from a Virginia resident. The sheriff says that on August 16, a Nelson County resident reported being the victim of […]
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