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Extreme Heat: Hochul Warns NY Residents To Prepare For Days Of 'Historic' High Temps Extreme Heat: Hochul Warns NY Residents To Prepare For Days Of 'Historic' High Temps
Extreme Heat: Hochul Warns NY Residents To Prepare For Days Of 'Historic' High Temps As extremely high temperatures threaten to arrive in New York for several days, Gov. Kathy Hochul warns residents to take the necessary precautions and stay cool.  The heat wave is predicted to start affecting the entire state of New York on Tuesday, June 18, and last through Friday, June 21. It will bring high humidity and "feel-like" temperatures in the upper 90s to mid-100s in most of the state. Related Report - Hot Stuff: Here's When To Expect Heat Index To Be Highest During Scorching Stretch Officials added that the weather event is expected to bring "historic successive da…

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by Ben Crnic
Lifestyle
This Village Named Best Place To Live In NY, New Rankings Say This Village Named Best Place To Live In NY, New Rankings Say
This Village Named Best Place To Live In NY, New Rankings Say Looking for a new place to live? This village is the best not only in Long Island's Nassau County but in the state of New York. According to Niche’s 2024 rankings, the Nassau County village of Great Neck Plaza took the No. 1 spot on the site’s “Best Places to Live in New York” list. It also tops the “Best Places to Live in Nassau County” rankings. For the most accurate ranking possible, Niche evaluates a variety of factors, including crime rates, cost of living, diversity, and more. Earning an overall grade of “A+,” Great Neck Plaza has top marks in public schools, health and fitness, o…

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by Sophie Grieser
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This Locale In Region Is Most Underrated In NY, New Rankings Say This Locale In Region Is Most Underrated In NY, New Rankings Say
This Locale In Region Is Most Underrated In NY, New Rankings Say Much like famed comedian Rodney Dangerfield, this New York locale just “don’t get no respect,” according to a new ranking. Of the nearly 1,000 towns and cities dotting the Empire State, Dutchess County's centuries-old Poughkeepsie was named the most underrated in New York by the financial blog Cheapism. To come up with its list, the website looked at online reviews and rankings to find desirable locations in each state that often go overlooked but offer visitors and locals “tremendous value.” Each selectee boasts a range of cultural attractions, outdoor activities, and great dining and sh…

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by Michael Mashburn
Obituaries
'Life Of The Party': Man From Region, Age 53, Remembered For 'Heart Of Gold' 'Life Of The Party': Man From Region, Age 53, Remembered For 'Heart Of Gold'
'Life Of The Party': Man From Region, Age 53, Remembered For 'Heart Of Gold' A Hudson Valley resident who was a public works employee is being remembered for his giving nature and his invigorating energy.  Putnam County resident Kevin Natrella, a native of Westchester who lived in Carmel, died on Tuesday, April 4 at the age of 53, according to his obituary.  Born and raised in Yonkers, Natrella graduated from Roosevelt High School in Yonkers before eventually completing his training to earn a commercial driver's license. After this, he started a career operating heavy construction trucks for numerous companies.  After beginning his career,&…

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by Ben Crnic
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Alert Issued After 'Aggressive,' Rabid Fox Captured In Region Alert Issued After 'Aggressive,' Rabid Fox Captured In Region
Alert Issued After 'Aggressive,' Rabid Fox Captured In Region Officials in the region have issued a public alert after a rabid fox was captured by state wildlife experts. Sullivan County Public Health is advising the public to stay away from wild animals and be vigilant of their surroundings while camping, hiking, or playing in the parks near wooded areas. “A gray fox that was acting aggressively in the Town of Neversink was captured by the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation, sent to the NYS Department of Health laboratory, and tested positive for rabies,” said Public Health Director Nancy McGraw.  McGraw said there were…

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by Kathy Reakes
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Capital Region Native Who Served In Marines Dies At Age 46 Capital Region Native Who Served In Marines Dies At Age 46
Capital Region Native Who Served In Marines Dies At Age 46 A Hudson Valley native and former Marine who died at the age of 46 is being remembered for his giving heart and love for his family. Putnam County resident Russell Oubina, of Mahopac, died on Saturday, Oct. 8, according to his obituary.  Oubina was born in the Schenectady County town of Niskayuna and graduated from Mahopac High School in 1994.  He then earned a degree from the University of San Diego and served in the Marine Corps from 2000 to 2012, his obituary reads.  Oubina was later the owner and chief executive officer of Semper Fi Courier Services, LLC in Ma…

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by Ben Crnic
Obituaries
'His Sense Of Humor Could Light Up A Room': Lifelong Area Resident Dies At Age 31 'His Sense Of Humor Could Light Up A Room': Lifelong Area Resident Dies At Age 31
'His Sense Of Humor Could Light Up A Room': Lifelong Area Resident Dies At Age 31 A lifelong Hudson Valley resident who died at the age of 31 is being remembered for his ability to make others laugh. Dutchess County native Timothy Flynn, of Hopewell Junction, died Monday, July 25, according to his obituary. A cause of death was not listed. Born in Carmel to parents Dennis and Anna, Flynn grew up in Hopewell Junction and enjoyed spending his free time outdoors, his memorial said. He could often be found hiking, fishing, biking, and taking long walks in the woods, appreciating nature. Flynn worked as a mechanic for Lamothermic Corp., based in Brewster, his obituary said.…

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by Michael Mashburn