NY weather update: Coastal flood statement issued for Suffolk and Nassau counties until 3...
On Friday at 8:03 p.m. an updated coastal flood statement was released by the National Weather Service in effect until Saturday at 3 a.m. for Suffolk and Nassau counties. The weather service states, "Up to one half foot of inundation above ground level expected in vulnerable areas near the waterfront and shoreline."
Bus company in fatal tour bus crash had previous legal troubles with NYS
The tour bus company involved in the fatal crash on I-90 in Pembroke has previously been cited for environmental violations, according to the state Department of Environmental Conservation
New York weather: Erin leaves beaches too dangerous to enter even as skies clear
The worst of hurricane Erin's effects may be over for Tri-State area residents but serious dangers still persist along coastlines prompting experts to urge caution as brighter and warmer weekend weather may tempt people to the beach
Bushwick-based organization awarded $50K for community agricultural program
BUSHWICK — BROOKLYN-BASED RISEBORO COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP, founded in 1973, is among several recipients statewide receiving grant money from Gov. Kathy Hochul, in conjunction with the close of National Farmers’ Market Week. This annual observance, celebrated during the first full week of August, recognizes the...
These Hidden Restaurants Just Named Best In New York
You may have driven past them without a second thought. These two tiny restaurants just earned the title of New York’s best hole-in-the-wall spots.
Following rule change, dispensary owners sue
Twelve legal cannabis licensees, including two in Queens, are suing the state Cannabis Control Board and Office of Cannabis Management after the agency abruptly reinterpreted a school-distance proximity rule, resulting in at least 152 applicants and licensees having to find new locations. The OCM since 2023 had...
Five dead as NYC-bound tour bus crashes on NY State Thruway, police said
A New York State Police vehicle. The Thruway was shut down for several hours Friday afternoon. [ more › ]
This Spectacular New York Hotel Restaurant Ranks Among The Best In America
Sixth best in the country! This little gem in New Paltz isn’t just about the views; it’s about unforgettable flavors and top-notch service.
Lawmakers question officials over CDPAP contract
There have been reported problems with CDPAP’s transition from hundreds of payroll processors to just one. The processor is now Public Partnerships LLC, also known as PPL.
NYSERDA awards SWITCH $2M for 150-passenger design develoment
New York State has awarded SWITCH Maritime LLC $2 million to develop and demonstrate a 150-passenger vessel that will be New York’s first hydrogen fuel cell-electric ferry to provide zero-emission transportation on New York City waters. The grant is one of five clean hydrogen projects yesterday awarded a total...