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Lifestyle
Bear Mountain State Park To Reopen Just In Time For Labor Day Weekend
Popular Bear Mountain State Park facilities will reopen Labor Day weekend following extensive repairs to damage caused by flooding from a major July storm, said New York Gov. Kathy Hochul. The park’s Trailside Museums and Zoo, Bear Mountain Inn, and Perkins Memorial Drive will reopen on Saturday, Sept. 2, following an extensive recovery effort that included repairs to the treatment plant that provides water to Bear Mountain’s buildings and facilities. Located partially in Orange County in the town of Highlands and partially in Rockland County in the town of Stony Point, the state has made…
Weather
Here's When To Expect Heaviest Rainfall From Storm System Moving Through Region
A slow-moving frontal system accompanied by rain and storms will bring as much as 4 inches of rainfall to the region. Most of the precipitation will fall from 2 p.m. on Labor Day, Monday, Sept. 5 through Tuesday afternoon, Sept. 6. "Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations," the National Weather Service said in a Hazardous Weather Statement issued Monday morning. "Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas." Rainfall amounts of 2 to 4 inches are expected across much of the area. Are…
Weather
Here's When Rain, Storms Will Dampen Parts Of Labor Day Weekend
The long Labor Day weekend will start off with bright sunshine, but it won't take long for conditions to dampen. Friday, Sept. 2 will be sunny with a high temperature of around 80 degrees with calm winds, according to the National Weather Service. Saturday, Sept. 3 will be mostly sunny, with a high temperature climbing to a high of 85 degrees after a fall-like feel at times the last couple of days. Sunday, Sept. 4 will start off partly sunny on a warmer day, with a high temperature climbing into the upper 80s. It will also mark the start of an unsettled weather pattern, with a …
Weather
September Starts With Sunshine Before Chance For Separate Rounds Of Labor Day Weekend Storms
The passage of a cold front has led to a ridge of high pressure that will last into the start of the weekend, before the potential for separate rounds of storms around Labor Day. Temperatures will be in low 80s on Thursday, Sept. 1, but conditions will be comfortable as dewpoints falling into the upper 40s and lower 50s will keep humidity levels down, the National Weather Service said. Winds out of the northwest will be gusts of around 20 to 25 miles per hour, especially in the afternoon. Friday, Sept. 2 will be sunny with a high temperature of around 80 degrees with calm winds…
Weather
Spotty Storms Will Bring Big Change Heading Into Labor Day Weekend
An approaching cold front accompanied by scattered showers and thunderstorms will lead to a big change in the weather pattern in the days leading up to Labor Day. The system is on track for Tuesday night, Aug. 30. "This potent cold front is set to swing through the Northeast on Tuesday and bring the opportunity for some potentially powerful storms," AccuWeather Meteorologist Mary Gilbert said. After patchy morning fog, Tuesday will be mostly sunny and hot most of the day, with a high temperature again in the upper 80s, according to the National Weather Service. "The unseasonably warm…
Weather
Storm System Will Bring Big Change In Weather Pattern Leading Into Labor Day Weekend
An approaching cold front accompanied by scattered showers and thunderstorms will usher in a big change in the weather pattern in the days leading up to Labor Day. The system is on track for Tuesday night, Aug. 30. "This potent cold front is set to swing through the Northeast on Tuesday and bring the opportunity for some potentially powerful storms," AccuWeather Meteorologist Mary Gilbert said. Conditions will be warm and humid prior to the arrival of the cold front, according to the National Weather Service. The high temperature Monday, Aug. 29 will be in the upper 80s with skies gradual…
Lifestyle
Covid-
19: True Delta Wave Has Not Yet Hit Northeast, Former FDA Commissioner Says
The "true delta wave" has not hit the Northeast yet, and it will arrive sometime after Labor Day weekend, former United States Food and Drug Administration Commissioner Dr. Scott Gottlieb said. Gottlieb said in an interview with CNBC on Friday, Sept. 3, that he thinks the jump in delta variant cases in the Northeast that has since decreased was a warning for another spike in cases that will hit the region. He predicted that gatherings during Labor Day weekend and children returning to school will lead to cases increasing once again. Gottlieb recommended that schools increase the frequency …
Weather
Dry Labor Day Will Be Followed By Midweek Thunderstorms With Chance Of Flooding
Skies will gradually clear just in time to allow for a sunny afternoon on Labor Day, Monday, Sept. 6, but enjoy the seasonable weather while you can. A new round of showers and thunderstorms, some of which are expected to be heavy, will sweep through the region in the middle of the week. The time frame for storm activity is Wednesday, Sept. 8 into Thursday morning, Sept. 9. "A cold front may bring heavy downpours and thunderstorms late Wednesday into early Thursday," the National Weather Service said in a Hazardous Weather Outlook statement issued Monday morning, Sept. 6. "There is a …
Weather
Showers Will Sweep Through Region: Here's Latest Outlook For Rest Of Labor Day Weekend
A days-long stretch free of precipitation after Ida wreaked havoc on the region should come to an end right in the middle of Labor Day weekend. Sunday, Sept. 5, will be cloudy and comfortable throughout the day, followed by a chance of showers after noontime. The daytime high will be in the low 70s. The chance for showers increases Sunday evening and overnight into Labor Day morning on Monday, Sept. 6. "Rainfall from an approaching cold front is not expected to be heavy enough to spark new flooding concerns from later this weekend to early next week, and rivers and streams should be b…
Business
Covid-
19: McDonald's To Close Indoor Seating Areas In Some Parts Of US
McDonald's is preparing to close its indoor seating areas as cases of the delta variant increase across the United States, according to a new report. The fast-food chain had previously announced plans to reopen indoor dining in all of its franchises by Labor Day as long as there wasn't a resurgence of COVID-19, after closing it down in 2020, according to a report from Reuters. The company has now told its locations to close indoor seating areas in places where the virus is spreading quickly. Reuters reported that McDonald's recommended that restaurants close indoor seating in places …
Weather
After Ida: New Chance For Thunderstorms During Labor Day Weekend
The days after Ida have been mercifully dry, but the precipitation-free stretch should come to an end during Labor Day Weekend. But the weekend will start out in an almost fall-like fashion, with clear skies and comfortable temperatures on Saturday, Sept. 4, which will be mostly sunny with high temperatures ranging from the mid to upper 70s. "Following the steam bath weather conditions from August, it should feel refreshing into this weekend," AccuWeather Senior Meteorologist Adam Douty said. "People will be able to turn off the air conditioners and open the windows." Clouds will incr…
Lifestyle
Covid-
19: Unvaccinated Should Not Travel Over Labor Day Weekend, CDC Says
The director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is recommending that those who are not vaccinated against COVID-19 avoid traveling over the Labor Day weekend. CDC Director Dr. Rochelle Walensky said during a news briefing that those who are fully vaccinated and wearing masks can travel, although she said they should take risks into consideration due to the rate of transmission in the country. "If you are unvaccinated, we would recommend not traveling,” Walensky said. Walensky also recommended that Americans take precautions during the weekend, such as gathering …
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Covid-
19: FDA Aims To Give Final Approval To Pfizer Vaccine Next Month
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is expected to determine whether or not to give full approval of Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine as soon as next month. As the Delta variant rapidly rages through the country, causing spikes in new COVID-19 cases, the FDA is reportedly accelerating its timeline to fully approve the Pfizer vaccine, which was the first shot available. Currently, the Pfizer - as well as the Johnson & Johnson and Moderna - vaccines have been given emergency use authorization. Under the current timeline, the FDA hopes to have full approval by Labor Day (Monday, Sept. 6). It…
News
Covid-
19: MTA, Port Authority Workers Must Get Vaccine Or Be Tested Regularly
All New York Metropolitan Transportation Authority and Port Authority employees will be required to get vaccinated against COVID-19 or get tested weekly. Gov. Andrew Cuomo made the announcement on Monday, Aug. 2. He said the requirement will begin on Labor Day on Monday, Sept. 6. Cuomo cited the growing number of cases of the Delta variant as a reason for the new requirement. Beginning Labor Day, all @MTA employees & NY employees of the Port Authority will be required to either be vaccinated or get tested weekly.Amid the growing threat of the #DeltaVariant, this precaution will he…
Business
Covid-
19: Netflix To Require Vaccinations On All US Productions
Netflix will begin requiring cast and crew members on its sets in the United States to get vaccinated against COVID-19. According to the Hollywood Reporter, a source said the new policy will apply to Zone A, which includes the actors and those who work closely with them. The news outlet said the move was made after return-to-work protocols were updated by the top guilds and studios in the industry to allow producers to implement vaccination mandates in Zone A. The move comes as confirmed cases of the Delta variant have increased across the country, and some states have begun to announce ne…
News
Covid-
19: State Workers In NY, Hospital Employees To Be Required To Get Vaccinated
New York will require state workers to be vaccinated by Labor Day, or else face weekly testing for COVID-19 as the country faces off against variants of the virus, Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced. During a briefing on Wednesday, July 28, Cuomo announced that state employees would be required to get the vaccine while encouraging local governments to take similar steps across New York, specifically citing areas with high COVID-19 rates. Cuomo said that all patient-facing health care workers at state hospitals will also be required to be vaccinated. “We want to make sure health care workers ar…
News
NY Sees Gas-Price Rise, But No Shortages After Pipeline Cyberattack
Gas prices in New York continue to increase, though there has been no statewide gas shortage following the temporary shutdown of the Colonial Pipeline due to a cyberattack. Statewide, prices at the pump have soared six cents in the past week, from $2.99 to $3.05 a gallon, though it is still behind the national average, which has topped $3 and hit $3.04 as of Friday, May 14. A month ago, the average price per gallon in New York was at $2.89 and a year ago it was sitting at $2.16. New York was largely spared any dramatic impact from the pipeline shutdown, which travels from the south and en…
News
Gas Prices On Rise After Pipeline Cyberattack Sparking Concerns Of Rise Well Above $3 A Gallon
With gas prices already on the rise, a major pipeline cyberattack has sparked concerns they could spike well above $3 a gallon. Colonial Pipeline was forced to take four lines offline due to a cyberattack that was reported on Friday, May 7, leaving less fuel for the Eastern seaboard, and causing prices to rise in some places. Earlier story - Largest East Coast Fuel Pipeline Shuts Down Operations After Cyberattack As of Tuesday, May 11, the average price per gallon is $2.98, up six cents over a week and marking the most expensive national average since November 2014, according to AAA, …
News
Covid-
19: 'The Fair Must Go On' - 18-Day New York State Fair To Be Held In This Summer
The fair must go on! The popular, 18-day New York State Fair will be returning to Syracuse this summer after being forced to take a year off due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Though certain restrictions will be put in place, the State Fair is scheduled to make its return to the Fairgrounds from Friday, Aug. 20 through Labor Day, Monday, Sept. 6. “To modify a popular phrase, the fair must go on,” Gov. Andrew Cuomo said during a COVID-19 briefing on Monday, April 26 in Syracuse. “The State Fair is special. It’s special to all New Yorkers. “We’ve invested a lot of money into the fair for many…
Police & Fire
Labor Day Impaired Driving Crackdown Period Leads To Arrests Of 60 Area Residents
Dozens of drivers were arrested in Dutchess County during an impaired driving crackdown period over Labor Day Weekend. Between Saturday, Aug. 17 and Monday, Sept. 2, state, county and local police agencies throughout Dutchess County conducted details that included sobriety checkpoints and emphasis patrols countywide, as well as their regular patrols. In total, 60 arrests were made, including 59 for alleged impaired driving. According to the Dutchess County Sheriff’s Department, “the objective of this continued enforcement grant is to revitalize and enhance the visibility of the STOP-DWI Pr…
Weather
Latest Projected Path For Hurricane Dorian: Storm Strengthens As It Takes Aim On Florida Coast
Hurricane Dorian is strengthening into a major storm that is now taking aim on the East Coast after brushing over the Caribbean Islands, doing limited damage to Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands. is expected to intensify and grow in size as it nears Florida's coast, where it is expected to make landfall as a Category 3 hurricane. toward the end of Labor Day Weekend. Dorian is projected to become a major hurricane on Saturday morning, Aug. 31 when it is still over open water in the Atlantic. It is then expected to cross the Bahamas on Sunday, Sept. 1 before making landfall in…
News
100 Deadliest Days Campaign Focuses On Dangers Of Distracted Teen Driving
With Memorial Day in the rearview mirror, AAA is cautioning that the holiday kicked off the “100 Deadliest Days” for teen drivers on area roadways. Over the past five years, nearly 3,500 people have been killed in crashes involving teen drivers during the 100 Deadliest Days - the period between Memorial Day and Labor Day - when the number of crash fatalities involving a teen driver historically rise. According to AAA, from 2013 through 2017, the major factors contributed to teen crashes during the summer includes speeding (28 percent of incidents); drinking and driving (17 percent) or…
Weather
Labor Day Scorcher: Advisory Issued As Heat Index Will Hit 100 Degrees
It seems only fitting in light of the out-of-the-ordinary stretch of weather we've seen this year. So get ready for a Labor Day scorcher. Morning clouds will give way to a hot and humid day on Monday with lots of sunshine and the start of a potential heat wave (defined as three or more consecutive days with a high temperature of 90 degrees or more). A Heat Advisory for the entire region goes into effect at noon on Labor Day and lasts through 9 p.m. on Tuesday. Monday's high temperature will be near 90, with the heat index (combination of the temperature and humidity) making it feel like i…
Police & Fire
Police Will Ramp Up Drugged, Drunk Driving Patrols For Labor Day Weekend
State Police and local law enforcement will be out in force through Labor Day weekend as part of the national "Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over" campaign to prevent drugged and drunk driving. The national enforcement period runs through Labor Day, Monday, September 3, 2018. The last few weeks of summer through Labor Day weekend traditionally results in heavy traffic volumes throughout the state. Unfortunately, this increased flow of traffic brings with it increased accidents, serious injuries and fatalities. Because this period is marked by increased travel and end of summer celebra…
Weather
Extreme Heat Will Be Followed By Storms; What Will Labor Day Weekend Bring?
The heat is hanging around, but change in the weather pattern is coming in time for Labor Day weekend. Wednesday will be another hazy, hot and humid day with the high temperature in the low-90s and a heat index between 98 and 104 degrees. A Heat Advisory is in effect until 9 p.m. Wednesday. But an approaching cold front accompanied by isolated thunderstorms on Thursday will bring on the change to more comfortable conditions through Labor Day weekend. Thursday will be another hot day, with a high in the upper-80s. The storm chance starts in the afternoon and continues until 3 a.m. Friday. …
Lifestyle
Motorists Pay Most Expensive August Pump Prices In Years
With the demand for gasoline soaring during the dog days of summer, motorists can expect gas prices to peak to the highest price since 2014. With Labor Day fast approaching, statewide gas prices are beginning to peak, with an average price nationwide of $2.87 per gallon, the most expensive prices in four years. Officials said that there will likely be a spike in prices toward the end of the summer. The national average is down one cent from a week ago, and up 53 cents from a year ago. The tri-state area remains one of the more expensive places to pay at the pump, with Connecticut residents…
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