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Health Care In New York State Among Worst In America, New Study
Potentially thanks to many hospitals with failing or near failing grades for patient safety, New York State ranks among the worst in the nation for healthcare. Did you know that the average American spends around $13,500 per year on health care?. That's according to the most recent estimate from the...
New York State Police Officer Suspended and Facing Charges in Alleged Robbery
It goes without saying that police officers, whether they're village, town, city or state police, when they make an arrest it's because they are dealing with someone who broke the law. Vast majority of the time, those people are regular, everyday civilians, however on occasion, police officers deal with more attention grabbing individuals, maybe some celebrity, a politician, or in this case one of their own.
New York Has a Record Breaking Year When it Comes to Tornados
It's been a historic year for tornadoes in New York. Most Recent Tornado in New York Touched Down in Ulster County. Tropical Depression Debby made herself known across the Hudson Valley bringing heavy rains, strong winds and leaving behind damage and destruction. Parts of the Hudson Valley were under a...
Massive Listeria in Food Making People Sick in New York State
There is a big outbreak of of a disease that is making people really sick in New York State. Another case has been confirmed in New York State this week. Listeriosis is a serious disease that, according to the New York State Department of Health, is an infection that people can get when food has a certain bacteria in it.
Hurricane Debby Remnants Flood North Country
Clean-up is underway to repair damage from the flash flooding triggered by the remnants of Hurricane Debby, flooding that brought Governor Kathy Hochul to the North Country this week to thank volunteer firefighters and first responders who helped a NYS Swift Water Rescue Team save a family from a flooded campground in Canton.
New York Health Officials Worried About Lead In Children’s Blood
Health officials from the Hudson Valley are warning residents about the dangers of lead poisoning, which can cause serious health issues for children. The Putnam County Health Department is currently monitoring lead levels in the blood of children. Health Department Warns Residents About the Dangers of Lead Poisoning. “Lead is...
Affordable Internet Access For Low-Income Families In New York State
On August 15th, New York State Governor Kathy Hochul announced a settlement to provide discounted broadband to low-income residents of the Empire State. The New York State Public Service Commission reached a settlement agreement with Charter Communications, the parent company of Spectrum which provided cable and interest services throughout the United States, including 58 out of the 62 counties in New York State.
Women’s Soccer to Kick Off 2024 Season against Colgate
QUEENS, N.Y.– The St. John's women's soccer team will kick off the 2024-25 athletic year on Sunday, when it welcomes Colgate to Belson Stadium for a 1 p.m. contest. Sunday's season opener will be streamed on FloSports with Ralph Bednarczyk and Nick Deluca on the call. Admission is free for all fans and every attendee will receive a limited edition team schedule poster.
Mercury Coach Drops 'Tired' Confession About Diana Taurasi, Olympic Stars
It was not that long ago when the trio of Kahleah Copper, Brittney Griner and Diana Taurasi won the gold medal in Paris as part of Team USA at the 2024 Olympics. They did not have much rest between the finals of that tournament and Friday’s road game against Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever, and ...
Holes-in-one for Central New York golfers (as of August 16)
Here’s a list of holes-in-ones through August 16 and other accomplishments by Central New York golfers:. Mike Michaels, Aug. 16, on the 158-yard No. 2 hole at Tuscarora using a 7-iron. Witnessed by Mary Michaels, Jim Sherlock, and Honor Sherlock. Larry Lewandowski, Aug. 15, on the 178-yard No. 6...
‘Woodsmen’s’ wines return for 2024
BOONVILLE – Charlie’s Liquor, 102 Railroad Street, Boonville, is once again offering a set of limited edition wines to commemorate the NYS Woodsmen’s Field Days, taking place Aug. 18-20 at the Boonville-Oneida County Fairgrounds. This is the sixth year in a row that co-owner Deniese Haskins has...
Findings on Flooding Related to Oriskany Creek Presented to the Public at Meeting
A study on flooding related to the Oriskany Creek has been completed, and the findings have been released to the public. Findings on Flooding Related to Oriskany Creek Presented to the Public at Meeting. A study on flooding related to the Oriskany Creek has been completed, and the findings have...
Popular Drive-Thru Coffee Shop Adding Another Central New York Location
One of the most popular new coffee shops in Central New York is adding another location on the heels of the crazy success of their New Hartford location. This drive-thru style caffeine stop has been known to back up traffic on Commercial Drive with cars waiting for their turn to get one of those delicious iced or hot beverages. It has been announced that this hot stop will offer a new location in Oneida County.
NY weather: Be ready for marble-sized hail with thunderstorms to hit New York Saturday
A weather alert was issued by the National Weather Service on Saturday at 7:31 p.m. for strong thunderstorms until 8:30 p.m. for Wyoming, Livingston, Cattaraugus and Allegany counties. Wind gusts of up to 40 mph and marble-sized hail (0.5 inches) are anticipated. "At 7:29 p.m., Doppler radar tracked strong thunderstorms...
New York State Man Dies After Concrete Wall Falls On Him
Police say a New York state man died Tuesday morning after a freak accident at a scrap yard where he was employed. An investigation into the matter revealed that one of the man's coworkers accidentally struck a concrete wall, which caused it to become unstable and fall. Deaths On the...
Agencies prepare as new real estate rules go into effect
BUFFALO, N.Y. — 716 Realty Group trademarked its name in 2017 and since has grown to more than 45 agents and five offices across Western New York. "Real estate's a very entrepreneurial business,” broker and owner Greg Strauss said. “A lot of people are starting their own business. We are ultimately independent contractors working under the supervision of a brokerage, and it's exciting to grow and help clients more and more.”
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