NY Local Sales Tax Collection Nearly Flat in July
Local sales tax collections in New York state increased by 0.2% in July compared to July 2023, according to data released... Read More.
Regional Statewide
38,215 Attend Opening Day of State Fair
WE’RE BACK: The wait is over! The 2024 Great New York State Fair officially kicked off on Wednesday, and 38,215 people were here to celebrate... Read More.
DEC to Study Non-Lead Ammunitions Impact on Bald Eagle Survivial
The DEC is expanding statewide the multi-year cooperative study of how increased use of non-lead ammunition for deer hunting can improve the survival of... Read More.
State Fair Shuts Down “Cuddling With a Baby Goat” Exhibit
Due to health concerns, one exhibit at the New York State Fair is closed.
Prior to the "Cuddling with a Baby Goat" exhibit’s opening to... Read More.
59 People Rescued Off Erie Canal Party Boat After It Loses Power
59 passengers on board a party boat that became stuck on the Erie Canal in Monroe County had to be removed with the aid... Read More.
New York Court Upholds Voting by Mail
New York's highest court on Tuesday upheld a law signed in September 2023 that allows any registered voter in the state to vote early... Read More.
Wegmans Issues Two New Product Recalls
Two more product recalls to tell you about from Wegmans.
The first is for the Wegmans brand 16-ounce Pecan Nut Blend as it may contain... Read More.
Tips for Older New Yorkers to Avoid Financial Scams
The New York Department of State’s Division of Consumer Protection is providing tips to help older adults avoid financial scams and exploitation in advance... Read More.
Former NY Congressman Santos Pleads Guilty to Wire Fraud
Former New York Congressman George Santos admitted guilt to charges of wire fraud and aggravated identity theft on Monday, declaring outside the courthouse that... Read More.
State Fair Expands Voice of the Farmer Garden
The New York Department of Agriculture and Markets, with support from the Farm Journal Foundation, the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture (NASDA)... Read More.
Hochul Signs Law for Shipping Cider, Spirits Directly to Customers
Craft cider, spirit, and mead manufacturers in New York will now ship their products directly to consumers.
Governor Kathy Hochul has signed legislation making permanent... Read More.
Saratoga County Woman Accused of Trying to Set Mom on Fire
A Saratoga County woman was arrested Sunday night for allegedly attempting to set her mom on fire.
According to the Sheriff's Office, a 9-1-1 call... Read More.
