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Popular Milk Product Recalled In 27 States, Including NY, Due To Allergy Risk
A nationwide recall has been issues for a popular brand of milk due to an allergy risk.
HP Hood LLC is recalling 96-ounce containers of Lactaid Milk because the product may contain trace amounts of almond, which is not listed on the label.
People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to almonds may run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products, according to an announcement by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
The product was shopped to retailers and wholesalers in Alabama, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Illinois…
Iconic Actor James Earl Jones Dies At 93 In Hudson Valley Home
James Earl Jones, the beloved actor and voice behind one of cinema's most memorable villains, died Monday, Sept. 9, at his home in Dutchess County, Variety reported.
The "Field of Dreams" star was 93. No cause of death was given.
Jones, a Pawling resident, is considered one of the greatest actors of his generation. From the Broadway stage, the silver screen, and a galaxy far, far away, the Mississippi-born actor had a range that few others could replicate.
He was a large man but could play gentle and meek characters, and his baritone voice could be calm and reassuring like in "The Lion …
New York Among Top 25 Best States, Brand-New Ranking Says: Here's Why
New York continues to rank among the top 25 best states in the country.
The Empire State came in at No. 23 – down slightly from No. 20 last year – on the 2024 Best States list by U.S. News & World Report, released Tuesday, May 7.
Rankings were determined using 71 metrics across eight categories, including fiscal stability, infrastructure, education, health care, and the economy. Data was pulled from national surveys taken by nearly 70,000 people.
New York made the top 10 for natural environment and health care, coming in at No. 5 and No. 8, respectively, while placing No. 12 in educat…
NY State Agencies Prepare Emergency Response For Tropical Depression Ida
New York State agencies are preparing emergency response assets as Tropical Depression Ida is set to impact the region with heavy rain and the potential for flash flooding in some areas.
The storm arrived on Wednesday, Sept. 1, and is expected to pass through by late Thursday afternoon, Sept. 2.
Related story: Ida Arrives With Heavy Rain, Gusty Winds, Flash Flooding; Isolated Tornadoes Possible
"The remnants of Hurricane Ida are forecast to impact downstate and eastern parts of the state, including New York City, Long Island, and parts of the Southern Tier, Mid-Hudson Valley, and Capital r…
See How NY Ranks Among Best, Worst States For Women
In 2021, the world is still working on gender equality, meaning that even in the U.S. some places are “better” for women than others.
A new study eyed gender equity and ranked the nation’s 50 states and Washington, D.C., from being the best to worst for women.
Gender equality is the idea that men and women should be treated the same regardless of their sexes. This ideal has not been witnessed as of yet in metrics such as salary, leadership positions, access to health care, and violence, among other factors.
In order to determine which states are the best and worst for women, WalletHub lo…
See Where NY Ranks Among Best, Worst States To Raise Family
If you want to raise a family and are a New York resident, you're living in one of the big places in the country, according to a new study.
A survey of the best and worst states for families, conducted by WalletHub, has ranked all 50 states by how hospitable they are to families. Factors considered include family fun, health and safety, education and childcare, affordability, and socio-economics.
New York ranked fourth nationally, with high marks in education as well as family fun.
The worst place to raise a child is in New Mexico, according to the study. The state had some of the lowest s…
