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New York State Police Intercept Horses Destined for Slaughter in Canada, Driver Charged

New York State Police Intercept Horses Destined for Slaughter in Canada, Driver Charged

New York State Police have intercepted multiple horses that were being transported through New York state to Canada for slaughter, intended for human consumption. The incident began with a complaint received on August 28 regarding the transport of these horses. On September 2, State Police pulled over a horse trailer in St. Lawrence County for a traffic violation. During a safety inspection, it was determined that the horses inside had been tagged for transport to Canada for slaughter. Robert M. Seitz of Lewiston, Pennsylvania, has been charged under New York state's Agriculture and Markets Law in connection with this incident.
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Hochul urges caution as severe storms, tornado threat hit New York

Hochul urges caution as severe storms, tornado threat hit New York

Gov. Kathy Hochul is urging New Yorkers to stay alert and use caution as severe thunderstorms bring the threat of damaging winds, heavy rain, hail and isolated tornadoes to parts of the state.
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Blakeman's 'hijab Hochul' post, Trump clashes top NY governor's race

Blakeman's 'hijab Hochul' post, Trump clashes top NY governor's race

A photo of Gov. Kathy Hochul wearing a head covering during a visit to a Muslim house of worship has been turned into a political wedge.
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Severe storms trigger tornado warnings, flooding and power outages across New York

Severe storms trigger tornado warnings, flooding and power outages across New York

A powerful line of thunderstorms moved across New York Wednesday night, bringing tornado warnings, strong winds, hail, flooding and widespread power outages. Here's what happened and what's left Thursday morning.
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Yankees Rivalry Roundup: Rays get shut out, Rutschman returns with a bang

Yankees Rivalry Roundup: Rays get shut out, Rutschman returns with a bang

Recapping the AL Action on September 3rd.
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Two measles cases confirmed in Ontario County

Two measles cases confirmed in Ontario County

Ontario County health officials confirmed two measles cases but say the overall risk to the public remains low.
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4-year-old boy dies days after being found unresponsive in Ontario County pool

4-year-old boy dies days after being found unresponsive in Ontario County pool

A 4-year-old boy died Tuesday, six days after he was found unresponsive in a private pool on his family's property in Phelps, Ontario County.
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When will storms hit New York? Here's when severe weather is expected Wednesday

When will storms hit New York? Here's when severe weather is expected Wednesday

Several rounds of thunderstorms are expected Wednesday, with the greatest risk for severe weather from late afternoon through the evening and some storms potentially continuing overnight.
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NY reports additional 38 cyclosporiasis cases in weekly update. See numbers

NY reports additional 38 cyclosporiasis cases in weekly update. See numbers

The New York State Department of Health will post weekly updates on confirmed cyclosporiasis cases every Wednesday through the end of September.
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Five questions for the 2026 Section V boys soccer season

Five questions for the 2026 Section V boys soccer season

Only three first-team AGR picks return as a new season begins.
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These September road projects could slow your commute

These September road projects could slow your commute

NYSDOT announced lane reductions and road work projects that will affect traffic in Chili, Gates, Geneva, Canandaigua and Genesee Falls this month.
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How many are without power in NY? See outages near you

How many are without power in NY? See outages near you

Track the latest New York power outages during the late summer storms.