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Four New Pizza Creations & Fan-Favorites Return To New York State Fair
There's nothing like the food at a state fair. This year four new pizza creations and four exclusive favorites are back at the New York State Fair. Forget the moon. When these pies hit your eye (and your mouth), THAT'S amore!. Toss & Fire returns to the fair for the...
Mama Bear, Cubs Put Down After Human Interaction in the ADKS
*WGNA contacted the New York State DEC, and we were told they would email us about the situation. When we published this article, we had yet to receive the email. If we get any additional information, we'll pass it along. Three Adirondack bears, a mother and her two cubs, had...
When Do We Move The Clocks Back for Daylight Saving Time?
Spring forward, fall back. That's the way most people remember what to do when we change to and from Daylight Saving Time; however, figuring out when to make the change is a little more difficult. This year, Daylight Saving Time officially ends on Sunday, November 3rd at 2:00 a.m., when...
Keeler Leukemia Update – My One-Month Progress Report
I'd like to take a moment to clear up the latest details regarding my recent cancer diagnosis. In June, I was diagnosed with Chronic Myeloid Leukemia and on July 5th, I started oral chemotherapy pills as part of a trial at Roswell Cancer Center in Buffalo. First, I am so...
Night Two For the Northern Light in New York
If you were like me and somehow missed all the excitement in the night sky last night you are in luck. It looks like Mother Nature is ready to potentially create another light show for those of us who missed out on last night's show. I had heard over the...
Big Lots Stores Closing in New York: Is Your Store on This List?
Big Lots, the well-known discount retailer, recently unveiled its comprehensive plan to shut down 40 stores by the end of the year and up to 315 of its stores nationwide in the not-so-distant future as part of its ongoing restructuring efforts. Notably, the list of Big Lots stores preparing to...
Massive Meteor Shower Tonight Across New York
Tonight the skies across New York State will be lit up with thousands of meteors shooting across the region. Tonight will be the peak night to watch the Perseid meteor shower. According to NASA, this is considered the best meteor shower of the year. READ MORE: YOU MIGHT STILL HAVE...
New York State Police Seek Your Help Identifying This Individual, Have You Seen Him?
According to Yahoo Finance, the cost of groceries has gone up approximately 25% in the last 4 years. Cereal went from an average of $4 per box to $5.12 per box. Milk is up 36% at an average of $4 a gallon and eggs are up 54% since 2020. Perhaps that is why the F.B.I. reports that larceny was the most common property crime in 2022.
New York Women Continue To Face Gender Bias and Discrimination
Although it's 2024 and the world wants to believe females are considered equal within the workplace, many women, even those in leadership positions, feel defeated as they continue to pour everything into their roles but still fall behind their male counterparts in compensation, respect, and recognition. According to both The...
Central New York Church Abruptly Shuts Down Preschool Without Full Explanation
Less than a week ago staff members at a local preschool were told by the church that houses them that they would have to shut down operations. The notice came in the form of a "vague and discerning letter." EricaLynn Armitage is one of 8 staff members who had to...
Vicious Drive-By Double-Shooting In Hudson Valley, 1 Killed
An arrest has finally been made after a vicious late-night double shooting in the Hudson Valley. Two people were shot inside a car in Newburgh back on May 13 around 11:20 p.m. Double Shooting In the City Of Newburgh, Orange County, New York. Newburgh Shooting Victims Are Young Men In...
Million Dollar Winning Powerball Ticket Sold In New York
One lucky New York is waking up this morning as a millionaire. The New York State Lottery announced that a second-place winning Powerball ticket was sold in New York from Saturday's drawing. One second-place ticket from Saturday's Powerball drawing was sold at Speedway on Ridge Road in Rochester. That ticket...
Suspected Thieves with Arrest Warrants Caught in Westchester County
When it comes to law enforcement, officers are trained to essentially be ready at any time because they can be called at any time. An example of that played out recently with members of the New Rochelle Police and their recent apprehension of some suspected thieves that had been making some noise in the NorthEast.
Renaissance Fair Returns To Central New York This Fall
Hear ye! Hear ye! After a 10 year break, a Renaissance Fair is returning to Rome. After 10 years a Renaissance Fair is returning to the Rome Art and Community Center on Saturday September 28th and Sunday September 29th. It's called the Royalty and Rogues Festival. Aye! There be Kings,...
Stretch With The Goats- Unique Yoga Coming To Rome
If you're looking for a unique way to close out your summer in Central New York, Goat Yoga is the ticket coming to Rome. Practicing yoga with goats adds an element of playfulness and stress relief that can "enhance the benefits of traditional yoga." Whether you're a seasoned yogi or just starting, goat yoga offers a refreshing way to connect with nature, animals, and your own inner peace.
9 Scam Phone Area Codes People In New York State Should Never Answer
While any number or area code could be a phone scam, there are certain area codes scammers seem to prefer. New York State residents should make note of these area codes. There's one thing you can count on in life...as they say, "scammers gonna scam." GoBankingRates.com has compiled a list...
Update! Help Find This Missing Teen from Upstate New York
Gianna L. Thomas has been reported missing for the second time in approximately 1 weeks time. The following information remains relevant. Gianna has been located. New York State Police would like to thank everyone for their assistance. New York State Police are seeking the publics help locating a teenage girl...
Major Road Closures Announced After Truck Hits a Bridge in New Hartford
The New Hartford Police Department is providing the public an update as several roadways are closed due to an accident in town in the area of Washington Mills. Several travelers had their commutes interrupted and rerouted following an accident involving a commercial vehicle and a bridge on Oneida Street. New Hartford Police say officers responded to the scene Monday morning along with Town of New Hartford Highway crews and officials with the New York State Department of Transportation.
International Fugitives Part Of ‘Transnational Crime Organization’ Found In Upstate New York
"International felons" are in custody thanks to authorities from the Hudson Valley. The Ulster County Sheriff's Office took to Facebook to announce "transnational fugitives" were arrested. International Fugitive Arrested After Traffic Stop In Ulster County, New York. In July, Ulster County Sheriff deputies conducted a traffic stop on a Ford...
Brilliant Northern Lights over Central New York on August 11
Wilcox said he needed to adjust his camera's settings in order to snag their brilliance. However, for those who decided to keep looking up, the lights flared brightly enough to be seen with the naked eye. Residents in Newport, Little Falls, West Winfield, Holland Patent, and across the Mohawk Valley...
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