📈 In a recent survey of school principals by NBC New York, 87% surveyed say that smartphones are making kids distracted and tired; 74% say they are making kids more depressed, anxious or lonely; and 85% say that smartphones are amplifying student conflict and/or bullying. These

A distraction-free school environment is essential for student success. Implementing phone-free zones can help students focus, engage, and thrive. Let's support statewide initiatives that create better learning spaces for all! 📵📚  @NYSUT SAANYS NYSCOSS New York State School Boards Association

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For those interested, this Local Law was sent to the council today: A Local Law To Prohibit Camping or Sleeping on City of Utica Parks, Public Sidewalks, Streets, Alleyways or Other Public Rights of Way

🏈🏈Our football field is looking fresh and ready for some fall sports! We can't wait to see everyone on September 4th!✏️✏️

Another NY district adopts a cell phone ban during instructional time in classrooms, a measure that is aligned with a recent poll where 60% of those surveyed said they would support a cell phone ban in schools. NYSUT buffalonews.com/news/local/edu…

🚨 Adirondack Advisory 🚨 A Flood Watch is in effect beginning Friday a.m. with 2-4" of rain forecast for the region. Heavy rain will lead to backcountry flooding of streams, rivers, and ponds, and water crossings will be impassable. Conditions will be conducive to hypothermia.

New York is in a state of emergency. Keep an eye on the weather for the rest of today and into the weekend as flood watches continue in our area.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION: We encourage anyone in the Jr./Sr. High School to read this letter from Mr. Saxton as there are some big changes this school year. westmorelandschool.org/article/1708015

After a female bear and her two cubs were euthanized on Sunday, Old Forge residents are looking for ways to prevent incidents like this from happening again. adirondackexplorer.org/stories/bear-f…

Sad to file this story today. In encounters with humans, bears ALWAYS lose. If you are going to camp, learn the proper protocols for food handling, storage, and disposal. Mother Bear and Cubs Euthanized After Aggressive Behavior at Adirondack Campsite A mother bear and her two

Make a plan to Get Offline and Get Outside on your lunch break! The Rayhill Memorial Trail Access in the Town of New Hartford has a nice parking area with picnic tables making it a nice place to begin and end your walk. #GOGONY

PLEASE READ: There will be a cell phone policy in the Jr./Sr. High School this year. We've outlined this policy in the article, but we encourage families to go to the 7th grade orientation & open house to learn more. westmorelandny.sites.thrillshare.com/article/1732566

Amazing job opportunity for a reporter interested in covering one of the most dynamic state capitals in the US. Albany is a cool city, close to the Catskills, the Adirondacks, NYC, etc. You'll work with amazing journalists statewide, lots of opportunities for national work. 🗣️

State Police would like to remind all drivers to be alert and watch out for children as they make their way to and from school. Drivers can do their part by obeying the posted speed limits in school zones and stopping when they see the flashing red lights of a school bus.

Honestlyyyyyyyy this 1879 Venetian inspired home in Little Falls m, NY feels like a steal with almost 6k sq ft of space over 4 stories with 8 bedrooms and sooo many good details. Currently listed for only $550,000

"No, I AM YOUR FATHER” James Earl Jones gave us the most iconic line in cinema history. Rest in peace to the greatest to ever do it.

FOOD DISTRIBUTION: The Country Pantry is having a food distribution on Monday, September 23. They will open to the public at 10:15 a.m. Have a wonderful Sunday!

NYSP is searching for murder suspect, Fernando Jimenez, age 40, 5’10”, 170lbs, last seen with black pants and a grey sweatshirt in the Peekskill Hollow Rd area. Do not approach, if you think you can help call 911 immediately if sighted. troopers.ny.gov/news/nysp-sear…

Body of missing North Country man found with service dog still at his side - syracuse.com newyorkupstate.com/outdoors/2024/…