New York Mourns Loss of National Guard Major and NYPD Officer Sorffly Davius, Who...
Today, our state mourns the loss of Major Sorffly Davius, who died on March 6 at Camp Buehring in Kuwait while serving his country. Major Davius was the “Citizen Soldier” in every sense. A dedicated NYPD officer and decorated Army veteran, he spent his career protecting others. Before his overseas deployment, he...
Closing Time: 5 Major Retail Chains Closing Doors in New York: March 2026
Between the $16.00 statewide minimum wage and the high cost of maintaining "legacy" square footage, several household names are finishing their final "everything must go" sales this month. From the total disappearance of a discount icon to the pruning of iconic department stores, here are the 5 major retail chains...
NYPD officer who died overseas supporting Operation Epic Fury was a beloved father and...
NEW YORK (PIX11) — The NYPD officer who died as a result of a medical episode in Kuwait while supporting Operation Epic Fury was a beloved husband and father, New York officials said Saturday night. Officer Sorffly Davius died on Friday at Camp Buehring in Kuwait, according to New York Governor Kathy Hochul. Davius...
Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, Mt. Sinai doctors clash: ‘It’s always about money.’
A contract dispute between the insurer and health care providers drags on. [ more › ]
Educational Group Gets $1.88M for Workforce Development Program
An educational organization has received $1.88 million for its workforce development program. The money came from $15 million that the state provided, which was distributed to 13 different workforce development programs across the state. Nassau BOCES (Board of Cooperative Educational Services of Nassau County)...
📢 NY breweries shine in 2026 national rankings
Several New York breweries just earned national praise in the 2026 USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards. Strangebird Brewery at 62 Marshall St. in Rochester ranked #3 in the nation for best brewpubs. The spot opened in 2021 and is known for its creative beers and made-from-scratch menu.
New York Residents: Clock Change This Weekend Could Disrupt Your Sleep More Than You...
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. New York, NY – As spring approaches and New York residents prepare to lose an hour of sleep when clocks move forward for daylight saving time this weekend, health experts say the seasonal time change is a...
Daylight Saving Time raises concerns of drowsy driving
NEW YORK (PIX 11) — As clocks spring forward this Sunday, experts warn that losing just one hour of sleep could impact sleep patterns and put thousands of drivers at risk on the road. Drowsy driving can slow a driver’s reaction time and make it harder to stay alert, according to Shaimaa Ibrahim, a driving instructor...
The ‘Fairness’ Law That Could Raise Grocery Prices for New Yorkers
Progressives across the country are busy selling an "affordability" agenda, but so far, many of their ideas for enacting that agenda are destined to raise rather than lower the cost of living. The latest example comes from New York state, where legislators have introduced legislation that effectively cracks down on...
I’m on maternity leave with a newborn and twins but the state still hasn’t...
When her third child arrived in early 2026, a New York City mother of newborn twins and a new baby expected the state’s paid family leave program to keep the lights on while she recovered. She had filed her paperwork on time. She had called her employer’s insurance carrier. And then she waited - through ... Read more
