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Fall Flavors and Fun at Ithaca, New York Apple Harvest Fest!
As the hues of autumn descend upon Ithaca, there is one event that encapsulates the essence of the season like no other - the 42nd Annual Apple Harvest Festival, presented by the Downtown Ithaca Alliance. Happening this Friday, September 27th through Sunday, September 29th, this much-loved celebration shows off the...
Two New York Cities Are Ranks Among Worlds Most Affordable
Whether we realize it or not, the world is a pretty big place. Well, it has to be considering that the Earth has more than 8 billion residents, and that number is growing every day. Within the 195 nations on Earth, there are over 10,000 cities worldwide. Those cities range...
Broome County Drug Trafficker Sentenced to 11 Years in Prison
Broome County District Attorney F. Paul Battisti recently announced a significant legal victory with the sentencing of Kareem R. Young, a 45-year-old resident of Binghamton, to 11 years in New York State Prison. This ruling was preceded by Young being found guilty as a second felony offender of Criminal Possession...
Study Finds 963k New Yorkers ‘Drink Dangerously’
Most of us know that New Yorkers like to lift a cold one, and it doesn't matter whether it's to celebrate an achievement or to drown our sorrows. But how much do we turn to liquid courage to help us cope with everyday New York life?. A recent study by...
Rent Raised In Parts Of Upstate New York More Than Most Of U.S.
New data proves that rent has increased in these parts of Upstate New York more than most of America. Zillow updates its Observed Rent Index monthly. The most recent data, from July found that rent increased 847 of the 867 U.S. counties over the past year. Rent Across America Increase.
Hail To The (NY) Chief: Presidents From The Empire State.
In the 250 year history of the office, only 5 "Commander in Chief" hail from the Empire State. Millard Fillmore - Moravia (13th President) Millard Fillmore, the thirteenth President of the United States, was born in a one-room cabin in Moravia, Cayuga County, New York. Despite humble beginnings, he ascended to the presidency after serving as Vice President. Fillmore's presidency was marked by his handling of the growing conflict over slavery and his love for reading.
Stay a Night in New York’s Most Haunted Hotel
My best friend is a paranormal skeptic, while I'm a believer. Now, don't get me wrong, I'll look for physical reasons why certain things might be happening; however, I don't dismiss the idea of the paranormal at all. Some things just go beyond logical explanation. My best friend and I want to go "ghost hunting" together so that we can prove our beliefs to be true to one another. And what better place to test this out than the Shanley Hotel!
Explore Former Funeral Home Turned Psychic Academy in New York
If you're not already aware of The Haunted History Trail of New York State, then you need to check it out! This is a perfect guide to help plan your Halloween getaways!. Built in 1882 by Francis and Grace Rhodes, the Rhodes House has served the community for many years as a funeral home. There are still regular sightings and visits of the couple, as well as their son who passed away while in the residence. The infamous funeral home of over 55 years has caused many spirits to be unrested.
Johnson City Still Waiting for Planned Binghamton University Park
Construction has yet to start for a Binghamton University green space project in Johnson City that was expected to be completed two years ago. The university announced plans in early 2021 to develop a "Village Park" on two acres of land between its Health Sciences Campus on Corliss Avenue and Main Street.
Binghamton Buys Church Recreation Center for Youth Programs
A downtown Binghamton church has sold its recreation center to the city. The Hawley Street facility owned by St. Mary of the Assumption Church for years had been viewed as a potential site for city-operated youth programs. City Council in July voted to approve the purchase of the rec center...
Do You Need To Disclose If Someone Died in Your Home?
Many residents in New York are confused if you are supposed to disclose this information or not. A lot of people are trying to buy a home in New York and there's a lot of people who are selling their home to go to other areas. The people who are looking to buy have had a very difficult time because homes are so expensive here and they've been getting outbid by people who have higher, better and cash offers. Recently, people who want to be homeowners here have had to changed what's important to them in a home and just buy something they might not be exactly thrilled about just to say they are a homeowner in New York.
Free Covid Home Test Kits To Become Available This Month
It's almost been five years since the Coronavirus Pandemic first hit the USA. Most had no idea how this would affect our lives in ways nothing else has. Things have settled down a lot since the beginning of the pandemic, but COVID-19 is still around, and people continue to get sick. I had the covid virus early in 2021, but have been lucky to avoid it since. Well, until now.
New York State Police Warning About Potential Scam
The New York State Police is alerting the public about a nationwide automated sextortion scam, where scammers use email addresses to intimidate victims into making payments through threats of embarrassment. These scammers obtain personal information, including emails, from illegal sources on the dark web. They contact victims claiming to have...
What a Yellow Fire Hydrant Means in New York
If a New Yorker was asked to describe a fire hydrant, it wouldn't be long before they used the word "red". Taking a look at children's books, cartoons, or even a picture in your head, fire hydrants have always been one color. The surprising truth is that not only are there several different colors of public hydrants, but they each send a different message to authorities.
Broome County New York Tourism Reaches New Heights
See. Broome County is a great place to visit! On September 23rd, Visit Binghamton announced that in 2023, the county experienced unprecedented growth in tourism. Record levels were reached from visitor spending and economic impact. According to the Visit Binghamton announcement, tourism has been a major economic factor for the region, showing the Central New York region for tourism to be a 5.1 billion dollar industry, according to a recent Tourism Economics Report.
New York State Ranks Among States with Low Medical Debt
When many of us think about New York and money, we think about debt, so this may come as a surprise to many residents of the Empire State. We are among the states with the least medical debt!. While we may not have Hawaii's incredibly low 2.3% of citizens in...
Afton, New York Racetrack Dreams Realized
Brandon Clapperton is a man with a plan. A go-kart enthusiast from a young age, he has always had his hands in local racing in some capacity. After sharing two tracks with others, Clapperton opened the Dreamfield Speedway in Afton, NY on July 20th. In an interview, Clapperton said: "I...
Brothers Brutally Kill Upstate New York Dad On New Year’s Day
A US Army Sergeant and his brother viciously murdered a Hudson Valley dad, shooting him 12 times while leaving him to die in his driveway. The brothers were just sentenced. Two Brothers Sentenced In Murder Of Plattekill Man. Daniel Spotards, 41, of Plattekill was shot 12 times on New Year's...
8 Famous People Who Were Arrested In WNY
You might be surprised, but there have been celebrities who got themselves into legal trouble in Buffalo and Western New York. They had the honor of spending some time in our local jails. Do you remember any of these famous arrests?. Two Country Stars Arrested In 'Horse Incident'. You can...
New York Among States Hardest Hit by Puppy Scams
This news is disheartening to me and it might come as a shock to you. According to recent research, the number of puppy scams in New York state have more than tripled in 2020 with a total of 2,143 reports. That's a lot of people with big hearts that are being taken of by scam artists!
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