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Ricardo The NJ Transit Bull Earns $10K From Stuffed Animal Sales Ricardo The NJ Transit Bull Earns $10K From Stuffed Animal Sales
Ricardo The NJ Transit Bull Earns $10K From Stuffed Animal Sales Ricardo is now earning royalties. The bull, who captured the hearts of Garden Staters when he wandered onto the train tracks last December at Newark Penn Station, recently received a $10,000 check from New Jersey Transit after they sold stuffed animals bearing his likeness. Ricardo's jaunt delayed trains for 45 minutes.  Public Info The royalties were presented as a donation to Skylands Animal Sanctuary and Rescue in Sussex County, where Ricardo is currently residing after his trip on the tracks. Ricardo recently returned to Skylands after spending six weeks in upstate New York battling …
Ricardo The NJ Transit Bull On The Mend After Battling Deadly Infection Ricardo The NJ Transit Bull On The Mend After Battling Deadly Infection
Ricardo The NJ Transit Bull On The Mend After Battling Deadly Infection Ricardo, the bull that captured the Garden State's attention after it wandered onto the train tracks last month, is recovering after battling a deadly infection, his caretakers said. Skylands Animal Sanctuary in Wantage said on Facebook they discovered Ricardo had road rash on his leg when they rescued him after his trip on the tracks. He was taken to a veterinarian, who provided him with antibiotics and necessary vaccinations, they said. Ricardo ❤️ Doing a little better every day.. For those of you who haven’t been following the earlier posts, here is a... Posted by Skylands Animal Sa…
Death Of DC Volunteer, 23, Killed In Robbery Spreads Shock Death Of DC Volunteer, 23, Killed In Robbery Spreads Shock
Death Of DC Volunteer, 23, Killed In Robbery Spreads Shock The death of a 23-year-old man killed in a Washington DC robbery has spread shock and sadness through the community.  Ryan Realbuto was on his way home from an event at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church on Thursday night, Jan. 18, when he was shot on the 5000 block of South Dakota Avenue, according to DC police and NBC Washington. The Monroe County Republican Committee said the incident was a robbery and Ryan and his friends had no money to give: "Ryan was senselessly shot and killed." Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Rochester Family of Ryan Realbuto who w…
Sunday Snow Squalls Possible In Parts Of DMV Region, Forecasters Caution Sunday Snow Squalls Possible In Parts Of DMV Region, Forecasters Caution
Sunday Snow Squalls Possible In Parts Of DMV Region, Forecasters Caution Another storm may bring upwards of an inch of snow to parts of Maryland, Virginia, and DC on Sunday, according to forecasters. While the DMV region won't face the same perils that forced the NFL to postpone the Buffalo Bills playoff game in upstate New York, some parts of the area may see a wintry mix on Jan. 14 as they celebrate the holiday weekend. Temperatures began cooling down on Saturday, with a cold front heading in that could bring whipping winds, some snow showers, and other inclement weather, officials say. Behind a cold front, temperatures will cool off through the day. This …
New Update: 1 Killed, Several Injured In Tour Bus Rollover On Northway New Update: 1 Killed, Several Injured In Tour Bus Rollover On Northway
New Update: 1 Killed, Several Injured In Tour Bus Rollover On Northway This story has been updated. One person is dead and several others are injured following a tour bus crash in upstate New York. The wreck happened Friday, Jan. 5, on the I-87 Northway in Warren County, between Warrensburg and Lake George. State Police said a tour bus operated by RM Transnational LTD was traveling from Montreal, Canada when it rolled over in the southbound lanes near exit 23 at around 12:50 p.m. Of the 23 people onboard, one person was killed, one passenger suffered serious injuries, and ten passengers were treated for non-life-threatening injuries. The victims' names, age…
Another Impactful Storm To Follow Snowy Weekend In Northeast: Forecasters Another Impactful Storm To Follow Snowy Weekend In Northeast: Forecasters
Another Impactful Storm To Follow Snowy Weekend In Northeast: Forecasters Forecasters are touting a massive storm expected to drop several inches of snow on the East Coast this weekend. But some weather maps show parts of the Northeast will get only rain, and no snow at all, noting a another impactful storm could be coming mid-week next week, AccuWeather reports. The storm coming Saturday, Jan. 6 will move northeast from the Gulf Coast toward the mid-Atlantic between 12 and 1 p.m., according to AccuWeather and the National Weather Service.  Our first chance for some accumulating and potentially impactful snowfall this season will occur for some this wee…
Post-Thanksgiving Storm Strengthens As It Heads Toward Northeast Post-Thanksgiving Storm Strengthens As It Heads Toward Northeast
Post-Thanksgiving Storm Strengthens As It Heads Toward Northeast A coastal storm intensifying in the mid-Atlantic will bring widespread rain with sleet and snow in some interior locations in the Northeast at the tail end of Thanksgiving weekend, affecting travel. The time frame for the system is late Sunday afternoon, Nov. 26 into the early morning hours of Monday, Nov. 27, according to the National Weather Service. "On Sunday, rain will mainly be confined to eastern Virginia, Maryland, and Delaware before spreading into New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and New York by Sunday night," according to AccuWeather.com. "By Monday, rain will primarily focus acros…
Longtime Lehigh Valley Corrections Officer Dies Suddenly, 49 Longtime Lehigh Valley Corrections Officer Dies Suddenly, 49
Longtime Lehigh Valley Corrections Officer Dies Suddenly, 49 Leon Hill, a Lower Saucon husband and father, died suddenly on Wednesday, Oct. 11 while fishing in upstate New York, loved ones said in his obituary. He was 49.  Born in Fountain Hill, Hill was a corrections officer with Northampton County for 16 years at the time of his death, family members said.  Friends and colleagues took to Facebook to memorialize him.  It's a shame it takes a tragedy to come together outside of that shithole, but here we are. R.I.P. Officer Leon Hill. You will be missed Posted by Allen Jr Pinkowski on Wednesday, October 18, 2023 Life is way too short. Res…
New Update: Missing Troy 10-Year-Old Located In NYC New Update: Missing Troy 10-Year-Old Located In NYC
New Update: Missing Troy 10-Year-Old Located In NYC This story has been updated. A missing 10-year-old girl from Upstate New York has been found after a search that spanned several days and involved multiple police agencies. Rensselaer County resident Elizabeth Rosa had last been seen at around 11:40 p.m. Tuesday, Aug.1, in Troy, getting into an unknown car on 7th Avenue in the North Lansingburgh neighborhood. Detectives said the girl was likely traveling to stay with family in New York City or on Long Island. Late Thursday night, Aug. 3, Troy Police announced that Rosa had been found in New York City and was safe.  "Troy PD Det…
Driver Living In Van Had Tactical Rifle, Shotgun, Pistol In Route 17 Stop: Rochelle Park PD Driver Living In Van Had Tactical Rifle, Shotgun, Pistol In Route 17 Stop: Rochelle Park PD
Driver Living In Van Had Tactical Rifle, Shotgun, Pistol In Route 17 Stop: Rochelle Park PD A Florida man living in his van was stopped on Route 17 with a high-powered handgun, a semi-automatic tactical rifle and a 12-gauge shotgun, Rochelle Park police said. Jewann Smith, 39, of Fort Lauderdale, also had a high-capacity magazine and flash suppressor in the Ford van, which was stopped by Officer Chris Kiszka on the southbound highway mid-Saturday afternoon, June 24, Capt. James M. DePreta said. Smith, who was temporarily living in the van and didn't have any New Jersey firearms permits, told police he was headed from upstate New York to Philadelphia while working for a logistics c…
'Stiff Penalty' For Traveler Caught With Loaded Gun At Albany Airport 'Stiff Penalty' For Traveler Caught With Loaded Gun At Albany Airport
'Stiff Penalty' For Traveler Caught With Loaded Gun At Albany Airport Security screeners stopped a man from carrying a loaded gun onto a plane at an airport in the region. Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officers made the discovery Monday, June 19, at Albany International Airport, the agency announced. During a routine X-ray screening, the Troy man was found to have a loaded .380 caliber gun inside his duffle bag along with his clothing. The TSA agent immediately contacted the Albany County Sheriff’s Office, which came to the checkpoint and initially confiscated the weapon. Deputies later allowed the man to leave the airport to secure his gun …
WANTED: Shooter Of Bergenfield Woman, 20, Identified, Considered Armed And Dangerous WANTED: Shooter Of Bergenfield Woman, 20, Identified, Considered Armed And Dangerous
Wanted: Shooter Of Bergenfield Woman, 20, Identified, Considered Armed And Dangerous A fugitive whom sources described as an emotionally disturbed boyfriend was being sought by authorities for shooting a 20-year-old Bergenfield woman several times this past weekend. Aaron Sierra, 22, whose last known whereabouts were in upstate New York, “should be considered armed and dangerous,” Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella said in seeking the public’s help finding him Thursday night, May 25. The Bergenfield Volunteer Ambulance Corps rushed the victim to the trauma unit at Hackensack University Medical Center following the incident at 87 North Taylor Street at 6:50 p.m. Sunday, …
UPDATE: Bergenfield Woman Critically Wounded, Shooter At Large UPDATE: Bergenfield Woman Critically Wounded, Shooter At Large
Update: Bergenfield Woman Critically Wounded, Shooter At Large A man whom sources described as an emotionally disturbed boyfriend was being sought by authorities for shooting a 20-year-old Bergenfield woman several times this past weekend. Aaron Sierra, 22, whose last known whereabouts were in upstate New York, “should be considered armed and dangerous,” Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella said in seeking the public’s help finding him Thursday night, May 25. The Bergenfield Volunteer Ambulance Corps rushed the victim to the trauma unit at Hackensack University Medical Center following the incident at 87 North Taylor Street at 6:50 p.m. Sunday, May 2…
Sonar, Underwater Drone Help Locate Catonsville Teen Drowning Victim In Upstate NY Lake Sonar, Underwater Drone Help Locate Catonsville Teen Drowning Victim In Upstate NY Lake
Sonar, Underwater Drone Help Locate Catonsville Teen Drowning Victim In Upstate NY Lake The body of a 19-year-old Maryland teen has been identified as the person found in an upstate New York lake following an extensive search, authorities announced. Catonsville resident Ahmed Ayaz died after going swimming in Keuka Lake when he jumped into the water from a pontoon boat in the Town of Urbana to go for a swim, according to the Steuben County Sheriff’s Office. Ayaz was unable to get back to the boat at approximately 1:45 p.m. on Friday, May 12, and went underwater, prompting an extensive multi-agency search, where they pulled out all the stops in an attempt to locate the teen. 
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Traveler Caught With Loaded Gun During Security Screening At Albany Airport Traveler Caught With Loaded Gun During Security Screening At Albany Airport
Traveler Caught With Loaded Gun During Security Screening At Albany Airport Security screeners stopped a man from carrying a loaded gun onto a plane at an airport in the region. Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officers made the discovery Tuesday, May 9, at Albany International Airport, the agency announced. During a routine screening, the Guilderland man was found to be carrying a semi-automatic 9mm handgun loaded with seven rounds. None of the bullets were chambered. It was not immediately clear whether the man would face civil penalties, as the agency reiterated it has the right to do for travelers found to be carrying guns or gun parts. Tuesday’s…
International Temple Students Killed In NY Crash International Temple Students Killed In NY Crash
International Temple Students Killed In NY Crash A pair of international Temple University students were killed in a crash in upstate New York over the weekend, the school's news site and officials said. Francesca Ward and Olivia Moore, both from the United Kingdom, were identified as the victims killed in the crash. Two other victims reportedly survived. Details about the crash were not released. “The university extends our deepest condolences to Francesa’s and Olivia’s families, friends, faculty, and classmates,” said JoAnne Epps, the Temple University's acting president “We know that, as a community, we will support those impacted by …
Potent Storm System Brings Mix Of Heavy Rain, Snow, Strong Winds To Northeast Potent Storm System Brings Mix Of Heavy Rain, Snow, Strong Winds To Northeast
Potent Storm System Brings Mix Of Heavy Rain, Snow, Strong Winds To Northeast A strong storm system packed with a mix of snow, sleet, and rain is moving from west to east through the region on Saturday morning, March 4. Areas south of the Interstate 84 corridor have seen mainly rain, with flooding in some spots, especially along the coast, where a widespread 1 inch of rainfall has fallen, according to the National Weather Service. Wind gusts as strong as 66 miles per hour were reported in coastal Connecticut (in Greenwich at 4 a.m. Saturday) and 62 mph on Long Island (in East Hampton just before 5:30 a.m. Saturday). Heavy snow continues to fall across the north…
Another Winter Storm On Track To Dump More Snow On Region, Forecasters Say Another Winter Storm On Track To Dump More Snow On Region, Forecasters Say
Another Winter Storm On Track To Dump More Snow On Region, Forecasters Say Another winter storm could be bringing more snow to the region on Friday, forecasters say. Between 1 and 6 inches of snow are being predicted by AccuWeather meteorologists across New Jersey and much of Pennsylvania from Friday, March 3 into Saturday, March 4. However, there are several factors that will decide if the northeast sees snow or rain. "A storm that tracks from the southern Plains to the Ohio Valley and central Appalachians will keep the heaviest snow closer to the Great Lakes, upstate New York and northern New England," AccuWeather Senior Meteorologist Courtney Travis said.  "…
Here's When Damaging Wind Gusts From Multi-Hazard Winter Storm Could Cause Power Outages Here's When Damaging Wind Gusts From Multi-Hazard Winter Storm Could Cause Power Outages
Here's When Damaging Wind Gusts From Multi-Hazard Winter Storm Could Cause Power Outages Damaging wind gusts triggered by a multi-hazard winter storm bringing rain, sleet, and snow could cause power outages in much of the Northeast. Precipitation from the storm, which is moving from west to east on Wednesday morning, Jan. 25, is expected to wind down shortly after daybreak on Thursday, Jan. 26, but strong wind gusts are expected to continue throughout the day, according to the National Weather Service. Generally, gusts will be around 30 miles per hour, but areas near the coast could see 40 mph gusts on Thursday. Wind speeds will increase Wednesday night with gusts of 30 m…
Here's Latest Timing For Multi-Hazard Winter Storm Sweeping Through Region Here's Latest Timing For Multi-Hazard Winter Storm Sweeping Through Region
Here's Latest Timing For Multi-Hazard Winter Storm Sweeping Through Region A multi-hazard winter storm bringing a mix of rain, sleet, and snow is moving west to east and will cause slippery travel conditions on Wednesday, Jan. 25. It could dump up to a foot of snow across some interior areas, with generally around 2 inches of accumulation around the I-95 corridor, before a changeover to rain, the National Weather Service said.  As of 7:30 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 25, sleet is being reported in New Jersey and parts of the Hudson Valley as the system moves east. Interior areas north of I-287 in New York and the Merritt Parkway in Connecticut could see ge…
New Storm Will Bring Accumulating Snowfall, Cause Slippery Travel Conditions: Here's Latest New Storm Will Bring Accumulating Snowfall, Cause Slippery Travel Conditions: Here's Latest
New Storm Will Bring Accumulating Snowfall, Cause Slippery Travel Conditions: Here's Latest A brand-new storm will bring widespread accumulating snowfall to the region and cause slippery travel conditions. It's due to arrive during the day Wednesday, Jan. 25. It could dump up to a foot of snow across some interior areas, with generally around 2 inches of accumulation around the I-95 corridor, unlike the first storm of this week, according to AccuWeather.com.  If it happens, it would be the first measurable snowfall of the 2022-23 season in New York City. The currently projected timing for the system has it moving from west to east starting around midday Wednesday, the N…
First Projected Snowfall Totals Released For Midweek Storm Taking Aim On Region First Projected Snowfall Totals Released For Midweek Storm Taking Aim On Region
First Projected Snowfall Totals Released For Midweek Storm Taking Aim On Region Just as a complex system that brought a mix of rain and sleet, and as much as a foot of snow or more in some spots moves east, the first projected snowfall totals have been released for a second storm on track for the Northeast midweek. It's due to arrive Wednesday, Jan. 25, and could deliver more snow across interior areas, but also perhaps even closer to the I-95 corridor, unlike the first storm this week, according to AccuWeather.com. The currently projected timing for the system has it moving from west to east starting in the middle of the afternoon on Wednesday, according to the&n…
First Projected Snowfall Totals Released For Midweek Storm Taking Aim On Region First Projected Snowfall Totals Released For Midweek Storm Taking Aim On Region
First Projected Snowfall Totals Released For Midweek Storm Taking Aim On Region Just as a complex system that brought a mix of rain and sleet, and as much as a foot of snow or more in some spots moves east, the first projected snowfall totals have released for a second storm on track for the Northeast midweek. It's due to arrive Wednesday, Jan. 25, and could deliver more snow across interior areas, but also perhaps even closer to the I-95 corridor, unlike the first storm this week, according to AccuWeather.com. The currently projected timing for the system has it moving from west to east starting in the middle of the afternoon on Wednesday, according to the N…
Storm Watch: Fast-Moving System Brings Rain, Sleet, With Up To Foot Of Snow Farther North Storm Watch: Fast-Moving System Brings Rain, Sleet, With Up To Foot Of Snow Farther North
Storm Watch: Fast-Moving System Brings Rain, Sleet, With Up To Foot Of Snow Farther North A complex storm is bringing rain to much of the region, with sleet farther inland, and as much as a foot of snow in some spots in upstate New York and northern New England. The storm, which arrived late Sunday afternoon, Jan. 22, has continued into Monday morning, Jan. 23. The storm is expected to wind down late in the morning or around midday on Monday, with skies gradually clearing on a brisk and breezy day with a high temperature in the upper 30s to low 40s, according to the National Weather Service. "For snow lovers in and near the big I-95 cities in the Northeast, this is another disa…
Fast-Moving Storm Will Bring Mix Of Rain, Sleet, Snow: Here's What's Coming Fast-Moving Storm Will Bring Mix Of Rain, Sleet, Snow: Here's What's Coming
Fast-Moving Storm Will Bring Mix Of Rain, Sleet, Snow: Here's What's Coming Click here for a new, updated story: Midweek Storm Will Be Second To Sweep Though Region This Week: Here's Latest On Both A fast-moving storm will bring a mix of rain, sleet, and as much as a foot of snow to parts of upstate New York and areas in New England. The system is on track for Sunday afternoon, Jan. 22 into Monday morning, Jan. 23. Accumulating snowfall will be in interior portions of the Northeast. Most of the region will see rainfall from the storm (shown in green in the first image above from AccuWeather.com), with up to about 1 inch possible. Projections …
New Storm Could Bring Up To Foot Of Snow To Parts Of Northeast: Here's What To Expect New Storm Could Bring Up To Foot Of Snow To Parts Of Northeast: Here's What To Expect
New Storm Could Bring Up To Foot Of Snow To Parts Of Northeast: Here's What To Expect A new storm will bring a mix of rain, sleet, and as much as a foot of snow to parts of upstate New York and areas in New England. The system is on track for Sunday, Jan. 22 into Monday morning, Jan. 23. Accumulating snowfall will be in interior portions of the Northeast. Projections shown in the first image above from AccuWeather.com are as follows: 1 to 3 inches (light blue),  3 to 6 inches (Columbia blue),  6 to 12 inches (blue),  12 to 18 inches (purple). Most of the region will see rainfall from the storm (shown in green in the second image above), with up to about 1 i…
Projected Snowfall Totals Released For Pre-Christmas Storm With 3 Feet Possible In Some Spots Projected Snowfall Totals Released For Pre-Christmas Storm With 3 Feet Possible In Some Spots
Projected Snowfall Totals Released For Pre-Christmas Storm With 3 Feet Possible In Some Spots The first projected snowfall totals have been released for a potent pre-Christmas storm that will bring snow, rain, and strong winds that could cause poor travel conditions and power outages. The system is due to arrive on Thursday, Dec.  22, and continue into Friday, Dec. 23, the National Weather Service said. Current models show the chance for potentially significant snowfall in some areas, with rain and gusty winds elsewhere. In fact, some parts of the Midwest could see up to 3 feet of accumulation, and significant snowfall in parts of upstate New York and northern New England…
Projected Snowfall Totals Released For Pre-Christmas Storm With 3 Feet Possible In Some Spots Projected Snowfall Totals Released For Pre-Christmas Storm With 3 Feet Possible In Some Spots
Projected Snowfall Totals Released For Pre-Christmas Storm With 3 Feet Possible In Some Spots The first projected snowfall totals have been released for a potent pre-Christmas storm that will bring snow, rain, and strong winds that could cause poor travel conditions and power outages. The system is due to arrive on Thursday, Dec.  22, and continue into Friday, Dec. 23, the National Weather Service said. Current models show the chance for potentially significant snowfall in some areas, with rain and gusty winds elsewhere. In fact, some parts of the Midwest could see up to 3 feet of accumulation, and significant snowfall in parts of upstate New York and northern New England…
Storm System Could Bring Accumulating Snow To Parts Of Northeast, Wintry Mix In Other Areas Storm System Could Bring Accumulating Snow To Parts Of Northeast, Wintry Mix In Other Areas
Storm System Could Bring Accumulating Snow To Parts Of Northeast, Wintry Mix In Other Areas A storm system on track for the Northeast has the potential to bring accumulating snowfall to parts of the region and a mix of rain and snow in areas farther south. The system is on track for Sunday, Dec. 11, according to the National Weather Service. For a look at areas where a mix of rain and snow is possible (shown in pink) and areas where there could be intermittent snow (in blue), see the image above from AccuWeather.com. The storm "could bring a couple of inches of snow to parts of upstate New York and northern Pennsylvania," AccuWeather Senior Meteorologist Joe Lundberg said. The d…
Storm System Could Bring Accumulating Snow To Parts Of Northeast, Wintry Mix In Other Areas Storm System Could Bring Accumulating Snow To Parts Of Northeast, Wintry Mix In Other Areas
Storm System Could Bring Accumulating Snow To Parts Of Northeast, Wintry Mix In Other Areas Click here for a new, updated story: Projected Snowfall Totals Released For Storm System On Track For Region A storm system headed for the Northeast has the potential to bring accumulating snowfall to parts of the region and a mix of rain and snow in areas farther south. The system is on track for Sunday, Dec. 11, according to the National Weather Service. For a look at areas where a mix of rain and snow is possible (shown in pink) and areas where there could be intermittent snow (in blue), see the image above from AccuWeather.com. The storm "could bring a couple of inches of snow to…
NJ Man Dies In NY UTV Crash NJ Man Dies In NY UTV Crash
NJ Man Dies In NY UTV Crash A 45-year-old man from New Jersey was killed in a utility terrain vehicle accident in upstate New York over the weekend, authorities said. William Youhas was operating the side-by-side vehicle when he lost control and overturned in Tompkins (Delaware County) on Sunday, Nov. 20, the Delaware County Sheriff’s office said. Youhas was partially ejected and became pinned between the vehicle and the roadway, authorities said. He was pronounced dead at the scene. It was not clear where in New Jersey Youhas is from. The following agencies assisted with and responded to this incident: Trout C…