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When to see peak fall foliage in New York state

When to see peak fall foliage in New York state

Find out when to see peak fall foliage in New York, from the Adirondacks to New York City and Long Island.
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Adirondacks named best fall foliage destination in U.S. for 2026

Adirondacks named best fall foliage destination in U.S. for 2026

Priceline ranked New York's Adirondack region No. 1 among the country's top fall foliage destinations based on hotel searches for autumn 2026.
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South Bristol moves closer to banning data centers

South Bristol moves closer to banning data centers

After a public hearing drew only support, South Bristol officials expect to adopt a town-wide data center ban before year's end.
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McDonald's Monopoly is back in New York. See prizes and how to play

McDonald's Monopoly is back in New York. See prizes and how to play

The fast-food chain's annual game features peel-off stickers, food rewards, cash prizes and a chance to win $1 million.
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Could New York become home to the proposed U.S. Space Academy?

Could New York become home to the proposed U.S. Space Academy?

A New York state senator is urging Gov. Kathy Hochul to submit the state's bid to host the proposed U.S. Space Academy, a new institution intended to help develop the nation's future aerospace workforce and leadership.
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Cornell suspends fraternity parties, gives state police role in investigating campus assault reports

Cornell suspends fraternity parties, gives state police role in investigating campus assault reports

Cornell University is suspending parties and other social events at fraternity houses for the rest of the academic year
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Students uncover more mastodon bones in NY backyard. See what they found

Students uncover more mastodon bones in NY backyard. See what they found

SUNY Orange students uncovered about 11 ribs, at least three vertebrae and foot bones during a summer excavation at an Orange County site where mastodon remains were first discovered in 2024.
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Northeast Braces for Season’s Coldest Air and Possible Snow

Northeast Braces for Season’s Coldest Air and Possible Snow

The Northeast will see a brief autumn warmup before a storm brings the season’s coldest air so far late this week and into the weekend. Temperatures could fall into the 30s across higher elevations, with overnight lows in the 20s possible in northern New York, Vermont and New Hampshire. Rain and gusty winds of 35 to 45 mph are expected, while the Adirondacks and Green and White Mountains could see the season’s first snowflakes, with little or no accumulation. Strong winds and wet weather may also knock down fall leaves, disrupt foliage viewing and make roads slippery. Conditions are forecast to improve by Sunday.
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How much snow will New York get this winter? See 2026-27 forecast predictions

How much snow will New York get this winter? See 2026-27 forecast predictions

Here's what NOAA, the Farmers' Almanac and Old Farmer's Almanac predict for the 2026-27 season.
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Is ‘Dancing with the Stars’ on tonight? Week 5 theme, time and how to watch

Is ‘Dancing with the Stars’ on tonight? Week 5 theme, time and how to watch

The Season 35 contestants will dance to iconic Super Bowl halftime songs as the competition narrows to 10 couples.
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Best fall foliage train rides in New York: 5 scenic routes to try

Best fall foliage train rides in New York: 5 scenic routes to try

From the Adirondacks to the Finger Lakes and Catskills, these scenic train rides offer some of New York's best views of peak fall foliage, plus seasonal attractions including pumpkin trains and steam-powered excursions.
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Restaurant chain closes its only New York location amid bankruptcy

Restaurant chain closes its only New York location amid bankruptcy

The restaurant chain closed 12 locations nationwide as it filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, including its only New York restaurant.