safety tips

A Central New York woman noticed something on the windshield of her car, but it wasn't until she got home that she really became concerned.

Bottles of 12 Hour Sinus Relief Nasal Mist are being recalled after the product was found to be contaminated.

Summer is upon us, and unfortunately, that means we'll start seeing blue-green algae in Central New York lakes and waterways. That algae can be fatal to pets.

If someone leaves you a note on your vehicle's windshield, beware. A little caution could save your life.

These cold Central New York winters don't just have negative health effects for humans. Dogs, cats and other animals can also suffer injuries such as hypothermia and frostbite.

July 4th should be a day enjoyed by people and pets. Follow these simple steps to ensure that everyone stays safe during the holiday: keep pets secure, keep children away from fireworks and use caution and eye protection when lighting fireworks.

Typically Memorial Day is the start of summer. That could also be the start of your grilling season. When you do get out the grill it's important to remember theses simple safety tips to avoid disaster.

Summertime means vacations, county fairs, theme parks, parades and more crowded events than you can shake a stick at. Here's a couple of simple tips to keep your children safe when in large crowds.

One of the best weekends of the summer is 4th of July weekend. While celebrating our nation's birthday Americans partake in fun activities including barbecues, camping, swimming, and of course fireworks. Whether you're grilling, enjoying a backyard or camp fire, or setting off fireworks safety is always the main concern. We have all the tips you need to know on keeping your holiday a fun and safe

It seems like every time you turn around there is a new scam threatening your security and your wallet. For Chris Damiano of Whitesboro it cost him some serious scratch. Chris is a school custodian and he recently found himself a victim of a pretty sophisticated email con. You can never be too careful. Here is his story.

If something seems too good to be true, it unfortunately usually is. On the Utica Craigslist page is a listing for a beautiful home in South Utica for rent at an unbelievable price. That is because it is a clear cut scam. These people use clever tricks to try and steal people's hard earned money and this particular scam is real and still going on. It's important to educate yourself on the warning

In New York State we are lucky to have acres and acres of beautiful forests and wilderness. With the land also comes a wide variety of wild animals. The NYS Department of Environmental Conservation is making outdoor enthusiasts aware of a growing population of coyotes. They are also offering a number of tips on how to avoid conflicts with these predators as the weather gets warmer.