Day: August 19, 2026

Six Confirmed Measles Cases, 14 Presumed Infected Across Upstate NY

WXXI News | By Beth Adams Four upstate New York counties have reported measles cases over the past week. This news comes a few weeks before school begins, and at a time when more parents are opting their children out of vaccinations. On Tuesday, Steuben County confirmed one case of measles. Another case was confirmed in […]
Six Confirmed Measles Cases, 14 Presumed Infected Across Upstate NY

Gun Groups Sue Over NY Law That They Argue Effectively Bans a Popular Glock

WXXI News | By Jimmy Vielkind New York lawmakers included a provision in this year’s state budget designed to crack down on handguns that criminals are converting to automatic weapons. But gun-rights advocates say the new law effectively bans the sale of a popular type of pistol carried by many NYPD officers. Second Amendment groups, including […]
Gun Groups Sue Over NY Law That They Argue Effectively Bans a Popular Glock

Sullivan County Tea Shop Owner Reflects During Black Business Month

New York Public News Network | By Elias Guerra, WAMC Northeast Public Radio Kendra Payne’s road to opening her Sullivan County tea shop was winding. After years working in health and wellness, she opened her first brick and mortar store five years ago. As the nation marks Black Business Month, WAMC’s Lower Hudson Valley Bureau Chief […]
Sullivan County Tea Shop Owner Reflects During Black Business Month

Have the Time of Your Life at a ‘Dirty Dancing’ Concert in Hankins

If you’ve ever dreamed of having the time of your life, The Dirty Dancing Concert & BBQ is happening Saturday night at Pelkey’s Tavern, featuring a six-piece live band performing songs from the movie, along with two comics, dancing and a summer barbecue. Organizer Dave Keener says the outdoor event is designed to capture the […]
Have the Time of Your Life at a ‘Dirty Dancing’ Concert in Hankins