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Police investigate fatal motorcycle crash in Easton
WRGB CBS 6 Albany - New York
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Easton, NY (WRGB) — New York State Police are investigating a fatal crash that occurred on August 15, 2025, on Route 29 in Easton. At approximately 5:49 PM, a motorcycle operated by 65-year-old Ricky Dufrain of Greenwich, collided with a sedan...
Parts of New York state experiencing drought conditions
Spectrum News NY1 - New York
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August 15, 2025
New Yorkers in several counties have been seeing abnormally dry conditions this summer, with some experiencing a moderate drought, according to the U.S. Drought Monitor. Here's a look at the conditions across the state: Lower Hudson Valley...
Elise Stefanik calls for investigations into banking practices and criticizes New York leadership
NE New York Today
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August 15, 2025
Rep. Elise Stefanik, U.S. Congresswoman representing New York’s 21st district since 2015, posted a series of statements on August 15, 2025, addressing concerns about law enforcement and public safety in New York.In her first post at 13:49 UTC,...
Griffo presents New York State Senate Empire Awards to area businesses
The Oneida Daily Dispatch - New York
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August 15, 2025
New York State Sen. Joseph Griffo, R-C-Rome, recently visited several Oneida County businesses and presented them with New York State Senate Empire Awards. These awards recognize businesses that are leaders in their industry, use innovative...
These Hospitals In New York State Receive Perfect Federal Ratings
Hudson Valley Post - New York
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August 15, 2025
A new federal report reveals the best and worst hospitals across New York. Some facilities scored a perfect five stars, while others earned just one. Earlier this week, Hudson Valley Post determined that 22 percent of rated hospitals across New...
Congenital Syphilis on the rise in New York; three babies dead: All you need to know about the dangerous disease
The Times of India
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Health officials are warning about the risks of congenital syphilis after at least three babies have died due to presumed preventable infection in New York State in 2025. There have been 21 cases of congenital syphilis in counties outside of the...
The New York Lottery has announced a winner in WNY
WGRZ - New York
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August 16, 2025
TAKE 5 numbers are drawn from a field of 1 through 39. It draws twice daily at 2:30 and 10:30 p.m. BUFFALO, N.Y. — The New York Lottery has announced that a Take-5 prize-winning ticket was sold in Western New York. The New York Lottery announced...
New York State Office of Cannabis Management discusses class rescheduling benefits
WBNG - New York
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August 14, 2025
NEW YORK (WBNG) -- In recent months, there has been a growing push to reclassify cannabis from a Schedule 1 drug to a Schedule 3 drug on the federal level. Advocates for Cannabis said its current classification, which represents the most dangerous...
New York State Police To Increase Patrols As Labor Day Approaches
CNY News - New York
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August 14, 2025
Labor Day weekend traditionally results in heavy traffic throughout the state. This increased flow of traffic also brings with it an increase in accidents, serious injuries, and fatalities and police will be out in force to remove impaired and...
Staying Juvenile: ‘Raise the Age’ is killing New York kids
New York Post
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August 16, 2025
Last week, 14-year-old Angel Mendoza was fatally stabbed in a Bronx playground by a group of teens. His 15-year-old friend Yasmin found him dying. In the days since, a 13-year-old was stabbed by a 14-year-old in Queens, and a 17-year-old shot at a...
Bob Dylan visits Albany area recording studio between Syracuse, SPAC concerts
Niagara Gazette - New York
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Is Bob Dylan working on new music? The Rock and Roll Hall of Famer visited an Upstate New York recording studio last week, in between tour dates on the Outlaw Music Festival. Dylan performed at the Empower FCU Amphitheater at Lakeview in Syracuse...
New York State analyzes future use of West Seneca Developmental Center site
WKBW 7 Buffalo - New York
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August 14, 2025
WEST SENECA, N.Y. (WKBW) — New York State has released a conceptual plan for the potential future redevelopment of a 267-acre site at the West Seneca Developmental Center, which closed in 2011. The plan analyzes what the site could one day become,...
Will intense heat break in time for the New York State Fair?
Syracuse.com - New York
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August 15, 2025
Syracuse, N.Y. -- After a few more days of 90 degrees -- or close to it -- the heat should break in Upstate New York just in time for the opening of the New York State Fair. The overall trend for the fair’s first week is slightly below normal...
How to apply for Tuition Assistance Program in New York
GCN
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August 16, 2025
College tuition may appear to be daunting, but knowing how to obtain the tuition assistance program in New York is the answer to financing college. This guide will take you through eligibility, the documentation requirements, steps through the...
New York Police Share Stunning Work Zone Traffic Statistic
CNY News - New York
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August 15, 2025
The New York State Department of Transportation as well as the New York State Police have been quite vocal this summer about highway safety, but a recent statistic might be the only thing they need to show exactly how much work still needs to be...
Everything to know about the 2025 New York State Fair: Dates, tickets, events and more
Democrat & Chronicle - New York
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The 2025 Great New York State Fair kicks off Wednesday, Aug. 20, continuing a long-standing tradition that began in 1841. The fair runs through Labor Day, Monday, Sept. 1, and is expected to draw thousands with its mix of rides, live animals,...
Consumer Investigation: Legislator calls on DOH to Protect Waterview Nursing Center Residents
WHEC 10 - New York
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August 18, 2025
ROCHESTER, N.Y. – News10NBC continues its consumer investigation into Waterview Heights Nursing Center in the Rochester community of Charlotte. On Friday, News10 NBC told viewers about the New York Department of Health’s inspection report having...
Where to watch the Chicago Bears vs. Buffalo Bills preseason livestream tonight
MLive - Michigan
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August 17, 2025
The Buffalo Bills will travel to the Windy City today for an NFL preseason matchup with the Chicago Bears. Tonight’s game will be broadcast on FOX at 8 p.m. ET with streaming available through Fubo, Sling and DirecTV. Streaming Options Streaming...
This Is The Absolute Best View In New York State
WYRK - New York
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August 15, 2025
There is a secret that many New York State residents know about the place we call home. Outside of the cities, beyond the noise and lights, there is a paradise waiting that offers some of the best views found in the entire country. The Fall is...
Parents In New York State Warned About Popular Game
WYRK - New York
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August 15, 2025
If you have young kids at home who love to play online games like Roblox, how much do you know about the game and who is playing with your kids? A lawsuit against the popular game has caught the attention of parents across New York State. These...