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New York Yankees Star Spencer Jones Makes Heartfelt Statement
59+ min ago (373+ words) On Monday night, the New York Yankees beat the Minnesota Twins (at Target Field) by a score of 8-3. They are also headed to the 2026 MLB playoffs. Chris Kirschner of The Athletic wrote: “The Yankees have officially clinched a postseason berth…...
Giants RB Cam Skattebo scores in injury return, does a backflip to celebrate in New York's 28-20 victory over Dallas
1+ day, 11+ hour ago (194+ words) Cam Skattebo's leg really is doing fine. The New York Giants running back suffered a horrific leg injury last season, but he recovered and was back in the lineup for the season opener on Sunday night. And judging by his…...
Rochester Wegmans sells $50K Powerball ticket
14+ hour, 53+ min ago (150+ words) A ticket purchased on Lyell Avenue hit a third-tier prize in Saturday’s Powerball drawing ROCHESTER, NY – A Powerball ticket purchased at a Rochester Wegmans delivered a $50,000 win in Saturday night’s drawing, putting a five-figure prize in the hands of one…...
A Young Adult Says She Tried to Take a Weeklong Trip to New York Without Her Parents’ Approval, and Her 4 A.M. Plan Fell Apart - AOL
15+ hour, 53+ min ago (1326+ words) A person shared his story about planning what should have been a straightforward trip to New York. She had friends there, an event she wanted to attend, and plans to stay at their house for about a week. She had…...
New York drops Regents exam requirement for high school graduation starting in 2028
9+ hour, 45+ min ago (325+ words) NEW YORK — Starting in 2028, graduating high school students in New York will not be required to pass Regents examinations to graduate. The New York State Board of Regents announced on Monday a plan to transition to one state high school…...
New York Yankees say Legionella bacteria found in stadium cooling tower not linked to outbreak
5+ hour, 40+ min ago (370+ words) Health officials said they are investigating a likely community cluster of Legionnaires' in the South Bronx, where Yankee Stadium is located. Ten people have tested positive for the disease including one who died and three who remain hospitalized, the Health…...
New York Knicks point guard Jalen Brunson is expected …
1+ day, 11+ hour ago (107+ words) Jalen Brunson took a break from basketball on Friday to catch one of the biggest tennis matches of the year. The Knicks point guard was spotted in the stands at Arthur Ashe Stadiu... As Monday's 78th Emmys ceremony fast approaches, Variety…...
Sunday guide: Great NYS Flea, Purple Foot Festival, Fringe Box Office, and more
1+ day, 13+ hour ago (330+ words) ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Here’s your guide to events happening on Sunday in the Rochester area. You can learn more about what’s happening around town on our Community Calendar. The Great New York State Flea continues at the Rochester Public Market. This Sunday…...
New York Yankees' Clarke Schmidt to be activated this week and pitch out of bullpen
1+ day, 18+ hour ago (318+ words) Manager Aaron Boone indicated the 30-year-old right-hander could return during a three-game series in Minnesota that starts Monday. "This has been a long journey," Schmidt said before Sunday's Subway Series final against the Mets. "So a lot of anticipation and…...
10 New York Counties Seeing More Black Bears Than Ever This Fall
3+ day, 16+ hour ago (1706+ words) Fall in New York usually means colorful hillsides, crisp mornings, and the annual race to find the best pumpkin-spiced anything. But this year, there’s another seasonal spectacle worth paying attention to, and it has four paws. Black bears are especially…...