School closings and delays in NY, NJ, CT for Monday, Feb. 3
Track school closings and delays for Monday, Feb. 3 in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut. Several schools across the three states saw a 2-hour delay on Monday morning.
Hourly minimum wage increases 50 cents
New York State’s hourly minimum wage increased by $0.50 on Jan. 1 to from $15.00 to $15.50, excluding New York City and its surrounding areas where it increased from $16.00 to $16.50. As of Dec. 29 the University of Rochester has increased its minimum wage for class I jobs...
Vehicle Crash in New York State Claims Life Of Dutchess County Woman
New York State Police say a crash early Tuesday afternoon claimed the life of a Hudson Valley woman. An investigation into the crash is ongoing, according to officials. Not only did the crash take the life of a local woman, but also a young dog, according to police. According...
Farmers’ Almanac Predicts “Copious Amounts Of Snow” For New York
A State of Emergency remains in effect for many parts of the state. Should Hudson Valley residents prepare for another snowstorm?. Earlier this week, Gov. Kathy Hochul declared a State of Emergency for Chautauqua, Cattaraugus, Erie, Niagara, Orleans, Genesee, Wyoming, Allegany,...
Dangerous Drug, Gun Trafficking Network Found In Hudson Valley
"Dangerous criminals" were accused of bringing guns and drugs into the Hudson Valley were found. New York Attorney General Letitia James announced the convictions of nine members of a firearms and narcotics trafficking ring. Gun, Drugs Trafficking Ring In Dutchess County, New...
7 Animal Tracks Spotted In New York State, Can You Identify All of These?
Your property may be used as an animal highway and you don't even realize it. Occasionally, if you pay close attention, you will notice the signs that animals leave behind once they have spent time near your home. In New York State winter is a good time of year to...
New Yorkers Can Now Claim Pet Tax: What You Need To Know
Owning a pet can feel like a full-time job. Between vet visits, grooming appointments, and food costs, your furry friend might rival a human dependent. Although pets still don’t qualify as dependents on your taxes, you can come surprisingly close. The IRS is rolling out new...
Spectacular ‘Pancake Ice’ Has Finally Arrived in New York
It seemed like it was only a matter of time, and now the moment is finally here. Pancake ice has arrived in New York. The freezing temperatures in the state have created more than a few once-in-a-lifetime experiences. From the massive 23-foot snowman created in upstate New York...
New York’s Giant Leaf Ball Mystery
If you’ve ever spotted those giant leaf balls high up in New York trees, you probably assumed they were bird nests. An eagle’s? A hawk’s? Maybe even something rare like an owl’s?. Same here—at least, that’s what I thought. As someone who knows their...
“20 on 20″ Great Places To Eat As You Travel US Rt. 20 in...
You are never far from a good meal when traveling across US Rt. 20 in Upstate New York. From the New England border to far western New York State, this road welcomes you to stop along the way and enjoy a meal. This gallery looks at "20 on 20." These...