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Trooper shoots, kills armed man at New York campground

Trooper shoots, kills armed man at New York campground

State Police said a man pointed what appeared to be a handgun at a trooper Monday night at a Greene County campground.
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Woman crashes into I-81 work-zone safety device in New York

Woman crashes into I-81 work-zone safety device in New York

The woman was driving north on Interstate 81 when her SUV struck an attenuator in a work zone near mile marker 18 on Monday, state police said.
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NY man charged with murder in stabbing death of woman found dead at home

NY man charged with murder in stabbing death of woman found dead at home

A 48-year-old man has been charged with murder in the death of a 54-year-old woman who was found dead inside her home.
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When will New York see its first snow? See snowfall dates

When will New York see its first snow? See snowfall dates

The Farmers' Almanac expects some parts of New York to see snow as early as October. See when the first measurable snowfall typically arrives across the state.
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Teenager Dies in Wayne County Motorcycle Crash, Identified by New York State Police

Teenager Dies in Wayne County Motorcycle Crash, Identified by New York State Police

New York State Police have identified Ashton A. Kepler, a 17-year-old from Newark, Wayne County, as the victim of a fatal motorcycle crash that occurred over the weekend. Kepler was riding westbound on Wood Lane when his motorcycle veered off the north side of the road and entered a ditch. He was discovered in a tree line near the motorcycle. Emergency responders administered life-saving measures at the scene before transporting him to Newark-Wayne Community Hospital, where he was later pronounced dead. Kepler was a senior at Newark High School, actively involved in wrestling and football, and had plans to join the military after graduation. An online fundraiser has been established to assist his family with funeral expenses. His colleagues at Canal View Family Restaurant, where he worked on the kitchen staff, remembered him for his positive demeanor and described him as family.
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Budweiser Clydesdales return to New York this weekend. See parade date

Budweiser Clydesdales return to New York this weekend. See parade date

The famous eight-horse hitch will hold a parade on Sept. 19 as part of Budweiser's 150th anniversary celebration.
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Farmer's Almanac winter forecast 2026-27: What New York can expect

Farmer's Almanac winter forecast 2026-27: What New York can expect

How much snow will New York get? Here's what the long-range forecast says about the months ahead.
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New Target store opening in New York this fall. See where

New Target store opening in New York this fall. See where

Target is opening its 109th New York store this fall. Here's when it opens and what shoppers can expect.
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New York is changing how high school diplomas work. See what's different

New York is changing how high school diplomas work. See what's different

Starting with students graduating in 2028, New York will move to a single statewide diploma and no longer require students to pass a prescribed set of Regents exams to graduate.
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3 New York fall getaways to add to your autumn travel list

3 New York fall getaways to add to your autumn travel list

These New York destinations offer fall foliage, scenic views, seasonal food, historic sites and Halloween attractions.
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Thunderstorms could bring damaging winds, hail to New York this afternoon

Thunderstorms could bring damaging winds, hail to New York this afternoon

Scattered showers and thunderstorms are expected across parts of New York this afternoon, with a risk for severe weather mainly inland from the lakes.
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When will you get your New York energy rebate check? Here's the timeline

When will you get your New York energy rebate check? Here's the timeline

About 8.2 million New Yorkers are eligible for New York's POWER energy rebate checks. Here's when payments will be mailed and how much you could receive.