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Former NYC Mayor Ed Koch Dies at 88

Daniel J. Cassavaugh — Fri, 01 Feb 2013 11:54:28 +0000

Former New York City Mayor Ed Koch died early Friday morning at the age of 88 after spending the last several months in and out of hospitals. He was admitted to New York Presbyterian Medical Center last week. He was moved to intensive care late Thursday as his condition worsened. Sources told the New York Post that [...]

Hillary Clinton Hospitalized with Blood Clot

Daniel J. Cassavaugh — Mon, 31 Dec 2012 01:19:39 +0000

Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton, 65, has been hospitalized after doctors discovered a blood clot stemming from the concussion she sustained a few weeks ago, according to an Associated Press report. Clinton spokesman Philippe Reines told the AP that doctors found the clot on Sunday during a follow-up examination. She is being treated at [...]

Decision On Hydrofracking Could Come In December

Greg Splashin' McShea — Tue, 09 Oct 2012 18:20:59 +0000

One of the most controversial topics in New York State these days is hydrofracking. As you drive through central New York, you’re bound to see lawn signs about this issue. A decision on whether to allow hydrofracking may be coming soon. According to our sister station, WIBX: “A decision on whether to allow hydrofracking in [...]

Millions In Unpaid NYS Thruway Tolls

Greg Splashin' McShea — Mon, 08 Oct 2012 17:10:47 +0000

If you travel on the New York State Thruway, there's a basic rule: you have to pay the toll. Many of us have E-ZPass, while others pay cash. I remember years ago as a college student running out of money on my way home and asking the toll booth operator if I could "charge" the toll. That didn't go over very well, but he let me do it. Apparently, there are a number of travelers who haven't paid their tolls.

Governor Signs Bill To Streamline Veterans ID

Greg Splashin' McShea — Thu, 04 Oct 2012 15:20:53 +0000

At Big Frog 104, we always like to share news that deals with veterans issues, and now a new bill signed by Governor Andrew Cuomo will streamline the ID process for vets. Here are the details from our sister station, WIBX: “Governor Andrew Cuomo has signed a bill which would allow the Department of Motor [...]

Rally To Save Mohawk Valley Pysch Center Today

Greg Splashin' McShea — Fri, 27 Apr 2012 15:10:13 +0000

You’ve probably seen in the news how the state has plans to close the Mohawk Valley Psychiatric Center in Utica. Today, people are gathering in support of the MV Pysch Center. According to our sister station, WIBX: “Health care workers from the State Public Employees Federation and the Civil Service Employees Association will be holding [...]

State Bill To Help Small Breweries

Greg Splashin' McShea — Mon, 23 Apr 2012 15:10:50 +0000

You hear me talking about the local breweries and their products at times on Big Frog 104, and now a new bill will help these smaller brewers do business. According to our sister station, WIBX: “Legislation that will give small breweries a new avenue for ending unfavorable, exclusive contracts with beer wholesalers has passed the [...]

Bill Introduced To Hike NY State Minimum Wage

Greg Splashin' McShea — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 18:10:17 +0000

The New York State Legislature will review a bill that was introduced yesterday to increase the minimum wage. If passed, it would raise the state’s minimum wage by $1.25. According to our sister station, WIBX: “A bill was introduced in the State Capitol to increase minimum wage. Assembly speaker Sheldon Silver has introduced a bill [...]