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A Columbia County horse farm owner has been convicted of animal neglect after authorities uncovered horrific conditions at her property, including starving horses, filthy barns, and dehydration — leading to the rescue of 13 animals, two of whom were euthanized. Rescue groups are now rehabilitating the survivors, with some showing remarkable recovery. Andrea Nussinow awaits sentencing on August 25t...

A federal judge has blocked the Trump administration’s latest attempt to scrap a 46-year-old diversity hiring agreement for Syracuse’s police and fire departments, ensuring efforts to reflect the city’s racial and gender diversity in law enforcement can continue. The Justice Department argued the 1980 agreement was outdated and that goals had been met, but the judge rejected that, saying the admin...

Rensselaer’s school district and city are locked in a tense financial standoff over the student resource officer program, with the city demanding over half a million dollars owed since 2016 and threatening legal action to recover the debt. The district denies refusing to renew the contract, insisting they’re open to negotiating a new deal and proposing a “comprehensive reset” to resolve broader fi...

New York’s AG is suing giants like 3M, DuPont, and Chemours over decades of PFAS pollution—chemicals found in everything from pans to clothing that don’t break down and are linked to cancer, fertility issues, and developmental delays. Internal docs show companies knew of risks as early as 1981, yet kept producing. The lawsuit targets contamination spreading via sewage sludge used as fertilizer, wh...

A razor-thin race for Onondaga County’s 16th District Democratic primary has hit a legal snag—Charlene Tarver leads Nyatwa Bullock by just five votes with 22 ballots still uncounted, prompting a judge to halt all proceedings. Complicating matters, the District Attorney’s office is now investigating Tarver’s allegations that Bullock’s campaign forged absentee ballots by signing voter names and fill...

Finger Lakes wineries are pivoting as visitor patterns shift—fewer international tourists, more local road-trippers from NYC, NJ, and CT. To stay relevant, they’re embracing TikTok and influencer collabs, tailoring messages to wine connoisseurs and Gen Z seekers of vibe and memories, all while keeping the community spirit alive. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow...

Congressman Tim Kennedy is pushing the NEXUS for Families Act to simplify border crossings for U.S.-Canada families—eliminating the need for separate applications and interviews per person, streamlining travel while maintaining security, and now poised for a full House vote after unanimous committee approval. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. A...

A heartbreaking drowning of a 7-year-old boy with autism has ignited a statewide push in New York to save lives through inclusive water safety. A new bill proposes Medicaid coverage for specialized swim lessons for children with disabilities, mandatory lifeguard training for autism and other conditions, and requires schools to integrate adaptive aquatic safety into curricula. With autistic kids 16...

Gianna Ida-Smith, a beloved Bethlehem High School student set to begin her sophomore year, tragically passed away after a courageous battle with cancer. A dedicated student and passionate basketball enthusiast, she played for the Bethlehem Girls Basketball Club and later served as varsity team manager — helping lead the team to a historic Section 2 Class AA championship. The community rallied arou...

A-Shawn Chapman, 48, pleaded guilty to armed robbery after storming a store near South Pearl Street, brandishing a firearm and stealing $500—caught nearly four months later by Albany police. Facing 8.5 years in state prison and five years of supervised release, Chapman admitted guilt to first-degree robbery, sealing a swift conviction for a crime that could’ve spiraled far worse. Sentencing is set...

New York’s cruise scene is booming, with couples like Fred Holender seeking serene, smaller-ship adventures on Lake Ontario and the Saint Lawrence River — a revival that’s turning Buffalo into a key port after decades. Tens of thousands are already cruising, and national demand is surging, with AAA projecting 21 million U.S. cruise departures this year — up 4.5% — and sales rising 10% year-over-ye...

East Greenbush is poised to halt new data center permits amid growing concerns over environmental and health impacts, as the town board debates a temporary pause — echoing a statewide trend with lawmakers also weighing a one-year moratorium. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level...

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Four children—Harper, Hudson, Gavin, and Gracelynn Harmon—were found dead in Mechanicville, and their ashes were scattered on a Utah mountaintop by their father, Brady Harmon, after a memorial. The case centers on a possible murder linked to a custody battle between Brady and his ex-wife, Sarah Myers, who had sole custody since their 2019 divorce but recently lost visitation rights. Brady question...

New York’s health officials are racing to uncover the source of a rapidly spreading cyclosporiasis outbreak that’s sickened nearly 400 people since May — part of a nationwide crisis affecting 29 states. Caused by the Cyclospora parasite, the illness brings severe diarrhea, vomiting, and stomach pain, with symptoms appearing days to weeks after exposure. The real challenge? No single contaminated f...

The race to replace Elise Stefanik in New York’s 21st District is turning into a wild spectacle, with Republican Anthony Constantino—CEO of Sticker Mule and a rapper—clashing with Democrat Blake Gendebien. Constantino, who narrowly beat out Robert Smullen in the GOP primary, now faces Gendebien, who’s running a quiet, relatable campaign focused on farming and groceries—deliberately avoiding Trump....

New York’s cannabis legalization is backfiring in a scary way: ER visits for kids accidentally ingesting weed have nearly doubled since 2016, with toddlers hit hardest. Officials warn real numbers are even worse, and with cannabis now so common, it’s becoming a growing public health crisis. Doctors are seeing kids with serious symptoms — all from accidental ingestion. The state is now pushing for...

A 40-year-old man from Northville, Patrick Tully, was arrested after allegedly threatening to shoot deputies during a call to the Fulton County Sheriff’s Office. Charged with a felony terroristic threat and a misdemeanor aggravated harassment, he’s being held on $5,000 cash bail. Authorities are also pursuing an extreme risk protection order to temporarily remove his firearms, highlighting the ser...

Beaver sightings near Turtle Island’s campsites 1-5 have triggered a DEC rabies advisory—stay out of the water and keep your distance from any beaver you spot. Report strange behavior to 518-623-1200, or call 911 for emergencies. Safety first, folks. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, h...

New York is launching its “summer of shovels” — a massive clean energy construction push aimed at breaking ground on 2,600 megawatts of utility-scale wind and solar, 1,700 megawatts of offshore wind, and 1,000 megawatts of distributed solar. With momentum building, this critical summer marks the transition from planning to real-world development, helping the state meet its environmental goals and...

New York lawmakers are racing to get five bold food safety bills signed into law before the year ends, aiming to empower consumers and plug gaps in the shaky federal system. The package demands chemical disclosures in food, mandatory heavy metal testing and public reporting for baby food, sodium warnings on restaurant menus, healthier municipal food purchases, and standardized date labels to reduc...

A heartbreaking tragedy has sparked a wave of urgency across the Capital Region, as parents rush to enroll their children with special needs in specialized swim lessons. Following the death of 5-year-old Harbe Nagi, swim schools like Goldfish Swim School in Colonie are seeing record numbers of new enrollments in their “Golden Learners” program — offering one-on-one, pace-driven instruction for kid...

A deadly fire at the Knights Inn in Endwell, killing six and displacing dozens, has ignited a statewide reckoning over emergency housing. State officials tout new budget investments in vouchers and eviction prevention, while counties like Broome spend millions annually on motel housing. But outdated, decades-old assistance rates leave families barely scraping by. Frustrated residents and advocates...

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Quick Response just launched Response Plus—a smart, no-upfront-cost emergency prep program for businesses in Round Lake, NY. It delivers a custom crisis plan, priority service access, and pre-set vendor contacts to slash confusion during disasters like fires or water damage. With real-time updates and pay-only-when-you-use pricing, it’s the ultimate safety net that turns panic into prepared action...