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A New York town is rallying volunteers to help neighbors who can't maintain their yards, honoring a beloved community member who dedicated his life to service. The second annual event transforms grief into action.
The world's largest business accelerator for drone and robotics startups is back, offering $3 million in funding to five companies willing to call Central New York home. Since 2017, GENIUS NY has invested $27 million in 45 startups that went on to raise over $500 million.
A new nature trail in Dunkirk, New York is calling for volunteers to help build music and play areas designed by local kids. Next week, up to 60 helpers per day will create outdoor activity spaces inspired by an autism-friendly trail at Letchworth State Park.
When two vehicles burst into flames on a snowy highway, a New York state employee became a lifeline for trapped drivers. His quick thinking turned a potential tragedy into a rescue story.
Franklin Academy in Malone, New York is accepting applications for three scholarships honoring local doctors and a judge who dedicated their lives to serving the North Country. Students pursuing medicine or law have until April 15 to apply for funding that could bring the next generation of healthcare workers and attorneys back home.
The New York Islanders just gave five high school hockey players $5,000 each toward college, rewarding their excellence on the ice and in their communities. These aren't just athletes—they're EMTs, Girl Scout leaders, and straight-A students headed to top universities.
New York's state Assembly just passed a bill to increase tax credits for volunteer firefighters and emergency medical workers. This financial boost could help recruit and retain the volunteers who keep communities safe.
A New York robotics company just unveiled Sprout, a 3.5-foot humanoid robot designed to safely interact with children through high-fives, handshakes, and playful gestures. The affordable, lightweight companion could bring robots out of factories and into homes, schools, and therapy centers.
Eight high school juniors, most of them volunteer firefighters themselves, are lobbying state senators to pass a bill expanding tax relief for New York's dwindling volunteer emergency responders. With just days left in the legislative session, these teens are racing against the clock to protect the future of volunteer fire and ambulance services.
A 4-year-old cat found trembling on a doorstep has transformed into an affectionate companion who just needs someone to choose her. Despite her rough start, Phoebe's trust in people never wavered.
Manorhaven Elementary School in Port Washington earned national Model School recognition for completely redesigning how teachers deliver instruction. The honor celebrates real changes that are helping students learn better.
New York's biggest healthcare system just teamed up with Finland to bring cutting-edge medical innovations to American patients. Finnish health tech companies will now test their solutions in real-world clinical settings across Northwell Health's 28 hospitals.
When a hospital nurse got stuck in a foot of snow trying to get home to her son, a stranger grabbed a shovel and went to work. While other drivers honked and yelled, William Kitchell cleared her tires until she could drive again.
A group of high school athletes from rural New York towns joined forces to create a travel basketball team that's now winning championships. The ADK NorthStars just proved that small-town teamwork can compete with anyone.
Churches across New York are partnering with developers to transform their unused land into affordable apartments, protecting congregations from exploitation while addressing the housing crisis. One Queens project will become the neighborhood's largest affordable complex yet.
Thousands of space enthusiasts will gather in New York this weekend for the 35th annual Northeast Astronomy Forum, featuring NASA astronaut legends and hands-on stargazing experiences. The event brings together over 100 vendors and some of the most inspiring voices in space exploration.
A Holocaust survivor's grandson is teaching students about resilience through his grandmother's incredible journey from Auschwitz to rebuilding her family. Her story proves one person can revive an entire legacy.
When a goldendoodle named Cooper found himself struggling in freezing river water, sheriff's deputies didn't hesitate to launch a daring helicopter rescue. The dramatic save shows the lengths first responders will go to protect every life.
A New York playwright's ten-minute play about racism and gender in 1930s Italy just won a prestigious international literary prize based in Africa. Steve Gold's charming script beat out 266 entries from 23 countries.
Dutchess Community College is transforming 75,500 square feet of abandoned mall space into a cutting-edge center training students for high-demand careers in manufacturing, cybersecurity, and clean tech. The $15 million project will prepare 450 students annually for careers that don't require four-year degrees.
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