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3 Ways to Know It’s Time for Elevator Maintenance

Elevator maintenance is usually handled by technicians, but these three early indicators of problems can be tracked by facilities managers.

Do you like hot summers? Upstate NY is likely to get one

This summer is likely to be warmer and wetter than usual.

10 NY Critters to Love

New York State is rich in wildlife, particularly our critters. Some are cute. Some others, not so much. But all are important to our ecosystem.

Who is taking a NY state pension? Search 200,000 names

Search our database to find names and pension amounts for retired police, fire, local and state workers and elected officials

HOLE: What’s not OK on NY personalized plates

S–KER. Well, That’s what you are if you think the DMV is going to let you put that word on a personalized plate. There’s just no way, A–HOLE. Oh, that’s another one that wil…

How the NY Times Went Too Far in Slamming Big Organic

Sure organic pop tarts and mac and cheese might be junk food in disguise, but when it comes to fruits and veggies, the label is still the real deal.

No more NY tampon tax: Find out how much you'll save

The average woman spends about $1,773 on tampons in a lifetime.

NY overpaid some unemployment recipients, who may have to pay it back

People who received too much money can apply for a waiver to avoid the payment.

Webinar for NY Physicians: I-STOP Compliance

Forget March 27; this is how soon you should really be e-prescribing.

Natural wonders of Upstate NY: 12 lesser-known marvels you must see to believe

Upstate New York has an embarrassingly large number of natural wonders to behold.

A NY woman's story of getting a new sternum from a 3D printer

Penelope Heller says part of her new prosthetic mimics the structure of bones so her own tissue could grow into the material.

Non aspirin pain killers should be used sparingly says the NY Times

Non aspirin pain killers such as Aleve should be used sparingly says medical experts, considering their risk of causing a cardiac event or other life threatening problem.

What the NY Times Got Wrong About Weddings

A Teenager’s Harsh Lesson Is an Adult’s Buffer

The day after graduating from high school, a foster child was on her own. Ever since, she has saved — and been her own backup plan.

NY Times: Will Robots Take the Place of Senior Care Providers?

Robots could be the next big thing in home care, as the newest iterations are being designed to help with activities of daily living and with a specific attention to needs of seniors. From adminis…