‘Like fall’ in June: Spongy moth caterpillars outbreaks ravage trees in Hudson Valley - New York news - NewsLocker (2024)

Invasive spongy moth caterpillars are appearing in big numbers in the lower Hudson Valley this year. While they do not pose a major threat, they can cause widespread tree damage.

BH-BL senior softball players revel in earning trip to Class AA state final four

Haluska, Benamati, Rhodes, Ewing and Smith providing leadership, production for team.

Trainer Danny Gargan has Dornoch ready for his next test

3-year-old half brother of Kentucky Derby winner Mage is seeking his first Grade I victory

Middle infield tandem leads Bethlehem baseball to state semifinals

Shortstop Franchini, second basemanMonserrat have Eagles on the cusp of a state title

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After Trump’s Conviction, House Republicans Vow Again to Target His Foes

Speaker Mike Johnson announced a “three-pronged approach” for how Republicans on Capitol Hill would push back against the prosecutions of the former president.

Police Benevolent Association reaches 3-year contract deal

The state has agreed to a three-year labor deal with a major law enforcement union that will net members 12 weeks of paid parental leave and annual salary raises.

Wendell Pierce Claims Discrimination in Trying to Rent a Harlem Apartment

The renowned character actor, best known for playing Detective Bunk Moreland on HBO’s “The Wire,” says a white landlord rejected his rental application.

Capital Region set to host four multi-day major golf tournaments in June

The Troy Invitational, Schenectady Classic, Capital Region Amateur Championship and Saratoga County Amateur will be held over the next four weekends.

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N.Y.C. Residents Get Air Quality Alert a Year After Wildfire Smoke Covered the Sky

This time ozone, not smoke, was to blame.

‘Last Week Tonight with John Oliver’ buys contents of Kingston’s Red Lobster

HBO’s “Last Week Tonight with John Oliver” won an auction to buy all the contents from the Kingston Red Lobster, which it used to recreate the restaurant on Sunday’s episode.

Firebirds QB Medlock 'rolling with the punches' after physical Week 6 win

After taking several hits against Nashville Kats, Albany Firebirds QB Jake Medlock ready for what's next in Arena Football League.

Andy Kim, Curtis Bashaw win NJ primaries for Senate seat held by embattled Bob Menendez

Democratic Rep. Andy Kim won New Jersey’s Senate primary Tuesday, putting him in strong position for the general election in the blue-leaning state, though the win comes a day after Democratic Sen. Bob Menendez filed to run as an independent amid his federal corruption trial.

Crossgates owner donates land near Costco site to Albany Pine Bush

Crossgates Mall owner Pyramid Management Group donated land to the Albany Pine Bush Preserve near a planned Costco site as part ofApex apartment deal.

Going to the Belmont Stakes this weekend? Take an umbrella, meteorologists say.

What will the weather be like during the Belmont Stakes at Saratoga Race Course? Meteorologists say bring an umbrella.

Going to the Belmont Stakes this weekend? Bring an umbrella, meteorologists say.

What will the weather be like during the Belmont Stakes at Saratoga Race Course? Meteorologists say bring an umbrella.

Going to the Belmont Stakes this weekend? Be prepared for rain, meteorologists say.

What will the weather be like during the Belmont Stakes at Saratoga Race Course? Meteorologists say wear a raincoat.

Collective hosts multi-day, musician-led events in the Catskills

The nonprofit Music Masters Collective presents multi-day workshops, jam sessions and other events led by artists in a bucolic setting in the Catskills.

Albany becomes first city to opt into N.Y.'s new "good-cause" law

Albany is the first local government to opt-in to state tenant protections.

Second Course: Stewart House offers waterfront excellence in Athens

A pre-pandemic favorite, The Stewart House in Athens has adapted for the times and remains a worthy destination for dining, indoors or out.

Kizzy Williams, chef-owner of Allie B’s Cozy Kitchen in Albany, reflects on a decade of running the restaurant, opening a second restaurant and a market, and building her community however she can.

‘Real Housewives of New Jersey' star's ex convicted of hiring mobster to assault her boyfriend

The ex-husband of “Real Housewives of New Jersey” Dina Manzo was convicted Tuesday on charges he hired a mobster to assault her boyfriend in exchange for a free, lavish wedding reception.

Play Airlines announces 5 new destinations from Stewart Airport

The low-budget carrier now flies to Cardiff, Marrakech, Madeira, Vilnius and Split from the Hudson Valley.

Albany marching band flies to France for historic D-Day ceremonies

Eighty people. Sixty-five instruments. The Albany schools marching band is on its way overseas.

Woman visiting family on Long Island indicted in deadly Sunrise Highway DWI crash

Police said that after the crash, the suspect jumped into a public safety officer's car and took off. Police found the 21-year-old a short time later — wearing a town official’s jacket and eating the official's sandwich.

SEEN: Albany Institute of History and Art 2024 Gala

Albany Institute of History and Art 2024 Gala on June 1, 2024, at The Fort Orange Club in Albany

Convicted Niskayuna Jan. 6 rioter ejected from Fauci hearing

Brandon Fellows was sentenced in February for his role, but had served most of his time before that.

The Restaurant at Bedford Post Reopens With Tavern Fare

Nomad Tea Parlour offers dim sum and takes on Chinese American specialties, Veselka opens an outpost in Williamsburg and more restaurant news.

New York Has a Week to Pass Bills on Social Media and Plastics. Will It?

Lawmakers in Albany are rushing to address various environmental and health-related initiatives, with just a week left in the 2024 legislative session.

FBI arrests NYC man in connection with ex-NBA player Jontay Porter betting scheme

Federal prosecutors and the FBI have arrested and charged a man with allegedly placing bets and coordinating his betting with former NBA player Jontay Porter who was kicked out of the league earlier this year, according to NBA league records and a copy of the criminal complaint filed by prosecutors in Brooklyn. Long Phi Pham, aka “Bruce”, 38 and from...

AT&T has resolved a “nationwide issue” that had been affecting calls between carriers on Tuesday, the company said.