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NY teachers push for AI safeguards as school pauses controversial classroom robot
A deal for a classroom robot was met with a firestorm of criticism by parents, educators and others throughout the state
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Inside New York health officials push for back-to-school vaccinations
The state requires age-appropriate back-to-school vaccinations to protect against several diseases.
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New York health insurance rates could spike by 20% in 2027
New York health insurance rates for small group plans could rise even higher.
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Canadian wildfire smoke may impact Binghamton into August
Canadian wildfire smoke may not be as thick as the smoke the area saw July 15-17, expert says.
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From Finger Lakes to Buffalo, communities push back against data centers in Western New York
Opposition to plans in Ithaca last year underscored wider concerns around data centers in Western New York.
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This summer, there’s a rise of food closures in Westchester, Rockland
A rash of food closures in Westchester and Rockland are marking this summer’s dining landscape.
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Five essential summer experiences in the mid-Hudson Valley for 2026
There are a handful of essential summer experiences in the mid-Hudson Valley — the fairs, festivals and activities you have to do during the warm weather months.
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Rochester General hit with second $100K nurse staffing penalty
An independent arbitrator ruled Rochester General Hospital has to pay a $100,000 penalty to registered nurses represented by the Rochester Union of Nurses & Allied Professionals.
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Perseid meteor shower 2026: Peak dates, best viewing times in New York
One of three active meteor showers in July, the Perseid meteor shower is set to peak in mid-August.
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First Westchester girls soccer summer league draws rave reviews
The Westchester Girls Soccer High School Summer League, which launched in June, is the first Westchester girls soccer summer league.
