Report: New York No. 2 in nation for inbound tobacco smuggling
(The Center Square) — New York remains one of the top states for inbound tobacco smuggling, according to a new report, which attributes the robust underground market to the state’s high tax burden and anti-smoking policies. The nonpartisan Tax Foundation report ranked New York second behind California for inbound...
This Legendary NASA Astronaut Brought Central New York To Space?
Jim Lovell, one of NASA’s most accomplished astronauts, passed away on August 7th at the age of 97. Back in the 1960s, did you know he brought a piece of Central New York history to space?. Jim Lovell’s Career: From Gemini to Apollo. Lovell leaves behind a legacy...
Harlem’s Historic 110th St. Central Park North Subway Station Renamed In Honor Of Malcolm...
Gov. Kathy Hochul and New York City officials have renamed the 110th St. Central Park North subway station in Harlem after Malcolm X, honoring his lasting legacy.
Six $50K Powerball tickets sold across New York
Six New Yorkers are holding tickets worth $50,000 each after the Aug. 9 Powerball drawing. The New York Lottery said the winning third-prize tickets were sold at Buckley’s Market and Five Star Wine & Liquor in Brooklyn; Speedway in Lockport; N & N Delancey Smoke Shop in Manhattan; Byrne Dairy in Watertown; and A V…...
Air quality health advisory for ozone in effect Monday, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.
An air quality health advisory will be in effect today for the Long Island region and New York City Metro regions, where air will be unhealthy for sensitive groups. The air quality index is expected to reach 101 in the Long Island Region and 112 in the New York City Metro Region. The advisory is in effect from 11...
Is It Illegal To Sleep At New York Thruway Rest Areas?
We've all been there. You have a long trip on the New York State Thruway, and you start to get drowsy. You don't want to stop for a long time, so you pull into a rest area and get some coffee to wake you up. But what if you need to shut your eyes and sleep? Will you get fined or arrested?
N.Y. weather: Will thunderstorms bring relief from hot temps and humidity?
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Staten Island residents can expect another hot day with temperatures climbing into the upper 80s and low 90s on Monday, with increasing humidity and a chance of evening thunderstorms on Wednesday, according to the National Weather Service. The National Weather Service forecasts temperatures...
Massive Retail Shakeup Hits Three Busy New York Locations
Three major retail stores in New York were just sold to a Boston firm in a $947 million deal. New Yorkers are worried about what comes next. Alert: Residents On Edge As Purple Warnings Appear Across New York. Boston Business Purchases 3 New York JCPenney Stores. JCPenney just sold three...
Buried In Upstate New York. Do You Know Their Incredible Stories?
There are hundreds of famous people buried in Upstate New York. And, take a look at New York City cemeteries and you are looking at thousands. This gallery will be our first look at many of the famous (and unknown) people who are buried in our region, Upstate NY. I...
N.Y. company pilot program uses batteries to reduce stress on power grid
A New York-based start-up company wants to use batteries to reduce stress on the energy grid and put money back in the pockets of state residents.
