Day: July 1, 2026

StateWide Raises Awareness on Medicare, Medicaid and Hospice Scams

June is bringing awareness to Medicare, Medicaid and hospice care scams that can affect older adults across New York. Maria Alvarez, director of the StateWide Senior Action Council, spoke about when these scams happen and how to avoid them. One component of StateWide Fraud Month is highlighting resources seniors can use to educate themselves and […]
StateWide Raises Awareness on Medicare, Medicaid and Hospice Scams

Dangerous Heat Gripping Northeast Through Holiday Weekend; Storm Chances Increase After Friday

A dangerous stretch of heat is expected to continue through Friday, with forecasters warning that heat and humidity could affect nearly 250 million people during the Independence Day holiday week. AccuWeather meteorologist Brandon Buckingham said the combination of high temperatures and oppressive humidity will create hazardous conditions, especially during the afternoon and evening hours. Buckingham […]
Dangerous Heat Gripping Northeast Through Holiday Weekend; Storm Chances Increase After Friday

AAA: Record 72.2 Million Americans Expected to Travel Over Fourth of July Holiday

A record number of Americans are expected to travel for the Independence Day holiday, with AAA projecting 72.2 million people will travel at least 50 miles from home during the extended July Fourth period. Patty Artessa with AAA Northeast said the timing of the holiday is a major driver of this year’s travel surge. “In […]
AAA: Record 72.2 Million Americans Expected to Travel Over Fourth of July Holiday

Sullivan County’s Gordon Pond Remains Closed for Dam Repair Project

HIGHLAND, N.Y. — The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) has announced that all recreational access roads within the Hickok Brook Multiple Use Area in the Town of Highland, Sullivan County, are temporarily closed as work continues on the Gordon Dam repair project. Earlier this year, the DEC closed Gordon Pond and the […]
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