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Buffalo Puerto Rican and Hispanic Heritage Day Parade honors culture and tradition of WNY communities
WGRZ - New York
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August 17, 2025
The parade has been running for 23 years, celebrating the diversity of cultures in Western New York. BUFFALO, N.Y. — Hispanic pride, tradition and culture were on full display along Buffalo's Niagara Street — also known as Avenida San Juan — and...
$10 Million Dollar Lottery Winner In New York State
The New 96.1 - New York
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August 15, 2025
A quick stop at a convenience store has really paid off for one lottery player in New York State. The final grand prize of the New York State Lottery's $10 Million Bonus scratch-off game has been claimed. $10 Million Dollar Lottery Winner In New...
2nd pedestrian fatally struck on New York State Thruway this week
News 12 Westchester - New York
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A second person was fatally struck on the New York State Thruway this week in almost the exact same area. New York State Police say they responded to a call for a disabled car on the Palisades Parkway around 1:30 a.m. Friday. When troopers...
Bigfoot Remains to be Showcased at New York State Fair?
960 WELI - Connecticut
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A self-proclaimed cryptozoologist claims that he has come into possession of a dead Bigfoot that he will showcase at the New York State Fair later this month; however, those in the Sasquatch research community say the alleged find is not on the...
Where to watch the New York Jets vs. New York Giants preseason livestream tonight
MLive - Michigan
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August 16, 2025
The New York Giants will host the New York Jets in a preseason matchup tonight at 7 p.m. ET. Fans can catch the game on NFL Network with streaming available through Fubo, Sling, DirecTV and NFL+. Streaming Options Streaming Options Price/Month...
Travel: In Albany, a true Gothic cathedral
The Christian Post - Washington D.C.
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August 17, 2025
By Dennis Lennox, CP Contributor Sunday, August 17, 2025 Inside the Cathedral of All Saints (Episcopal) in Albany, New York. | Dennis LennoxThe Cathedral of All Saints in Albany, New York, is one of those American churches that makes visitors do a...
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,...
Pedestrian struck and killed on I-90W early Monday morning
WGRZ - New York
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August 18, 2025
New York State Police report a pedestrian was killed after being struck by a tractor-trailer on I-90 near Exit 57 early Monday. BUFFALO, N.Y. — New York State Police confirm a pedestrian was fatally struck on the I-90 westbound early Monday...
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...
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...
Mamdani’s Success Is Not a Response to Austerity
City Journal
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August 18, 2025
New York City is well known for its expansive public sector. New York State is first nationally in state and local taxes per capita and as a percent of personal income, and second in terms of state and local spending per capita. While those...
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...
Humane World for Animals' New York State Director on puppy mill pipeline after retail sales ban
WAMC - New York
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August 15, 2025
Going back to, I believe it was 2019, when this was first introduced in its current form, the puppy mill pipeline is essentially this pipeline from the Midwest of mass breeders, brokers, transporters who take these live animals from these factory...
Smithtown Little League returns home as New York State champs!
TBR Newsmedia
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August 15, 2025
St. James-Smithtown Little League were honored on Aug. 10. Photo by Frank Artusa St. James-Smithtown Little League were honored on Aug. 10. Photo by Frank Artusa St. James-Smithtown Little League were honored on Aug. 10. Photo by Frank Artusa St....
Resident Reports UFO Descending Near New York State Thruway
93.7 WBLK - New York
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August 15, 2025
A person driving on the New York State Thruway recently described an unusual object descending towards the ground. The alleged incident happened in late July, preceding the peak of the Perseid meteor shower or the recent launch of the Vulcan...
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...
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...
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...
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...