Megan Carter

3 weeks ago | wbsm.com | Megan Carter

Did you know that there are towns and cities across New York State where you’re not allowed to buy alcohol? Believe it. A 1934 law that was passed after prohibition gave cities, towns and villages in the Empire State the option to ban sale of alcohol all together. Although there aren’t many, they do exist. So where are they? A bill proposed in the state assembly could eliminate “dry towns” here in New York, benefitting small businesses and locals who have to travel to purchase their booze.

3 weeks ago | nj1015.com | Megan Carter

The Upstate city, not known for its great economy, is competing with massive cities in the United States when it comes to startups. Startups are businesses in the early stages of being founded, just in case you didn't know. They usually develop unique things with fast growth potential. You see this all the time in New York City, where tons of thriving businesses today got their start. In fact, most big cities breed startups that grow to become powerhouse businesses.

1 month ago | hudsonvalleypost.com | Megan Carter

If you are a waitress or a waiter you know that tips are how you survive. How you know you are doing a good job. How it supplements the horrible waiter pay in New York State. Then it gets taxed and you feel like you loose all your money. There is good news that seems to be getting closer to a reality. In fact, you can see the bill that was proposed this week right below. Soon, there may not be any more tax on your tips if you are a waitress or a waiter.

1 month ago | wyrk.com | Megan Carter

This is insane. One woman is considering taking legal action after she found this inside of her iced coffee from Tim Hortons a couple of days ago. The woman got her iced coffee and it kind of looks like she had a few sips unfortunately before she realized what the heck was in her drink. You can see the bug like figure with the antennas and it was confirmed that it was, in fact, a cockroach. But come on--do you think that the workers put it there?

1 month ago | hudsonvalleypost.com | Megan Carter

Did you know that there are towns and cities across New York State where you’re not allowed to buy alcohol? Believe it. A 1934 law that was passed after prohibition gave cities, towns and villages in the Empire State the option to ban sale of alcohol all together. Although there aren’t many, they do exist. So where are they? A bill proposed in the state assembly could eliminate “dry towns” here in New York, benefitting small businesses and locals who have to travel to purchase their booze.