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NYS Fair Love Stories: There really were ‘two less lonely people in the world’ after this couple met in 1996
We asked for some of the greatest New York State Fair love stories, and you delivered. We continue our series of true love found at the State Fair with this couple who met in 1996 and return to for a Fairgrounds selfie every year. If you see them this year, wish them a happy 20th wedding anniversary.
Matt Sheppard drives from 17th to Utica-Rome Speedway victory
VERNON — After sustaining significant suspension damage in his heat race, Matt Sheppard drove from the last starting position to win his 10th 3 Bastards Brewing Modified feature of 2024 at Utica-Rome Speedway. A field of 131 cars checked in to the Home of Heroes pit area for the...
Seventeen women's lacrosse student-athletes earn academic honors
Seventeen Hamilton College student-athletes have earned recognition on the 2024 Intercollegiate Women's Lacrosse Coaches Association (IWLCA) Division III Academic Honor Roll. To be eligible for the honor roll, student-athletes must be a junior, senior, or graduate student and earned a cumulative grade point average of 3.50 or better. Hamilton's full list is below.
Monday Forecast: Sunshine With Storm Chances East
Good Monday morning! The sunny stretch of weather continues into today, as high temps climb as high as the low 80s. Similar to yesterday, there is a chance of an isolated pop-up shower/storm especially east, but most of the area ends up dry. We have one more completely dry day tomorrow with lots of sun, but as we head into Wednesday conditions look a little less sunny.
NY weather: Be prepared for dense fog in New York until Tuesday morning
The National Weather Service issued a report at 3:07 a.m. on Tuesday for dense fog until 9 a.m. for Herkimer, Hamilton, Fulton, Montgomery, Saratoga, Warren, Washington, Schoharie, Schenectady, Albany, Rensselaer, Greene, Columbia, Ulster and Dutchess counties. "Areas of dense fog will continue through around 9 a.m. in portions of eastern...
Nearly 70,000 enjoy sixth day of 2024 NYS Fair
Geddes, N.Y. — Nearly 70,000 people enjoyed the sixth day of the New York State Fair, officials said. A total of 69,934 people entered the fairgrounds on a bright, sunny Monday, according to fair spokesperson Sean Farnsworth. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a...
Megan Moroney draws 2nd largest crowd in NYS Fair concert history (review, set list)
If you saw Megan Moroney perform at the New York State Fair Monday night, consider yourself “Lucky.”. The “Tennessee Orange” singer drew 47,000 fans to the Suburban Park stage, the second largest crowd in NYS Fair concert history. Fellow country artist Lainey Wilson holds the current record with a crowd of 53,200 at the same stage last year.
Vendors represent eastern suburbs at state fair
NYS FAIRGROUNDS – This year’s Great New York State Fair included vendors from out of state and different parts of New York, but also returning stands with connections to the eastern suburbs specifically. One such stand represented the Mediterranean restaurant King David’s, which is celebrating its 50th anniversary...
New York Thruway sues Cuomo bridge contractors
(The Center Square) — The builders of the $4 billion Mario M. Cuomo bridge in upstate New York are being sued by the state, which alleges that the consortium of companies behind the project used substandard materials. The New York State Thruway Authority filed the lawsuit in the state Superior Court against Tappan Zee Constructors, alleging breach of contract for allegedly refusing to replace anchor pipes that connect the cables to the three-mile-long bridge that had previously been flagged by state officials for not meeting...
Nearly 70,000 enjoy sixth day of 2024 NYS Fair
Geddes, N.Y. — Nearly 70,000 people enjoyed the sixth day of the New York State Fair, officials said. A total of 69,934 people entered the fairgrounds on a bright, sunny Monday, according to fair spokesperson Sean Farnsworth. About 388,000 people have visited the Fair so far this year, as...
Southeastern New York: Urgent Severe Thunderstorm Watch in Effect – High Winds Expected
White Plains, NY – The National Weather Service has issued a severe thunderstorm watch for Southeastern New York, including White Plains, effective until 7 PM today. Residents should brace for possible damaging winds and hail, with conditions expected to worsen throughout the afternoon. The NWS advises that all outdoor...
Is The Last Central New York Outback Closed?
Is the last Outback restaurant in the Central New York region now closed? We have the scoop on your bloomin onions. Where 315 Eats Uncensored on Facebook had the following post:. Don’t plan on going to Outback route 31- they closed the doors for good and didn’t bother telling their...
Cat, dog adoptions 50% off all week at Long Island pet shelter
Adoption fees at North Shore Animal League America normally range between $100 and $375, but are 50% off this week. The "Clear the Shelters" event continues through Labor Day — Monday, Sept. 2 [ more › ]
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