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Popeyes to open at Destiny USA
SYRACUSE, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — Are you a fan of Popeyes’ famous Spicy Chicken Sandwich? If so, you’re in luck. Popeyes was announced as the newest addition to the food court in Destiny USA. “We are excited to welcome Popeyes to Destiny USA,” said Alannah Gallagher, Director of Marketing at Destiny USA. “Their distinctive menu and […]
‘Whatever you need, we’re here to help:’ officials working to clean up Rome’s damages
ROME, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — Gov. Hochul arrived in Rome this morning to give locals hope for the rest of their summer. “Whatever you need, we’re here to help. We’re not abandoning you,” said the governor. Extreme damage has been left in the area following — what has now been confirmed by the National Weather Service […]
Showing Fairness: Boonville Oneida County Fair offering solution for Lewis County floats
LOWVILLE, N.Y. (WWTI) – The Boonville Oneida County Fair is lending a hand to any floats that didn’t get to be part of the canceled parade at the Lewis County Fair. In an announcement from the Lewis County Fair, officials at the Boonville Oneida County Fair are welcoming any floats to participate in the Tuesday, […]
Lewis County Fair: Changes due to Weather
LEWIS COUNTY, N.Y. (WWTI) – Due to recent extreme weather conditions some schedule changes and parking restrictions have been put in place at the Lewis County Fair, according to recent Facebook Posts. Parking: There will be NO parking at the fairgrounds, attendees are asked to use the free shuttle service, July 16 through 20, 11 […]
Watertown Rapids rained out again on Tuesday at Glens Falls
GLENS FALLS, N.Y. (WWTI) – The weather has become the Watertown Rapids biggest adversary in the month of July. The Rapids were rained out for a second straight day on Tuesday after severe weather called off their Perfect Game Collegiate Baseball League matchup against the Glens Falls Dragons at East Field. There’s no scheduled makeup […]
Updated road closure list in Lewis County
LEWIS COUNTY, N.Y. (WWTI) – Lewis County is once again having to deal with road closures after another bout of severe weather on Tuesday afternoon. The county was already dealing with some roads being washed out due to the remnants of Hurricane Beryl last week. Opening day of the Lewis County Fair was washed out […]
Sep. 20: Casting Crowns at Watertown Fairgrounds
The DPAO Concerts is hosting Christian Rock Group Casting Crowns on Friday, September 20, outdoors at the Watertown Fairgrounds, doors open at 5 p.m. and the show starts at 7 p.m. Tickets are available online on the DPAO website, through the DPAO Concerts office by phone at 315-782-0044 or by stopping in at 1291 Faichney […]
Drone videos capture intense storm damage in Rome and Canastota
CENTRAL NEW YORK (WSYR-TV) — Severe storms ripped through two CNY counties, leaving tens of thousands without power, buildings in ruins, and The National Weather Service looking for answers. Drone video of Rome damage Video courtesy of Ben Augustine. In Oneida County, Rome was hit by a likely tornado. Areas in Downtown Rome, neighborhoods, and […]
Phone lines down at North Country Orthopaedic Group
WATERTOWN, N.Y. (WWTI) – The phone lines are currently down at the North Country Orthopaedic Group in Watertown. In an announcement from the company, the phones are not working. However, regular scheduled appointments are still taking place at this time.
Man killed following storm in Canastota identified
Update at 9:45 a.m. on July 17, 2024: 82-year-old Robert Popple was identified as the person who was found dead on Main Street, in Canastota. Madison County says that the Village of Canastota is still under a State of Emergency: A spokesperson for the county adds that the worst damage is in the village and […]
Town of Champion under boil water advisory
CHAMPION, N.Y. (WWTI) – The Champion Heights area in the town of Champion is under a boil water advisory. The notice came yesterday evening due to a loss of water pressure. Work crews are presently working to correct the issue and the Department of Health has been notified. The advisory is in effect until further […]
Lewis County Fair Schedule: Wednesday, July 17
UPDATE (July 17, 2024): this schedule has been updated with information from the Lewis County Fair’s Facebook Page. The Out of Field Tractor Pull has been canceled and the 4H/FFA Western Horse Show has moved to 10 a.m. Today at the Lewis County Fair is Children’s and Dairy Day, take a full look at the schedule for Wednesday, July […]
Less than 6k without power in Oneida Co.
Update 10:00 a.m. Thursday 7-18-2024: As of this update, National Grid is working to restore power to those impacted by Tuesday’s storms. As of 10 a.m., National Grid reported 5,693 customers affected by outages in Oneida County and National Grid is still assessing the condition of the power grid and is unable to give a […]
More local Ninjas taking home awards at the World Championship
SYRACUSE, N.Y. (WSYR) — Two more Ninjas with the Syracuse Warrior Factory took home awards at the 2024 World Championship. Harper Bergin won the World’s Strongest Ninja and took second place in stages overall, discipline overall, Stage 1, speed discipline, and all grip team for the Mature kids female age division. Meanwhile, Kinley Jenkins took […]
Lewis County Fair postponed for day after flash flooding
LOWVILLE, N.Y. (WWTI) – The Lewis County Fair in Lowville has called off events for the day due to flash flooding. The announcement was made just after 3:30 p.m. after severe weather hit the area. The fair kicked off today after dealing with flooding conditions last week. Activities at the Jefferson County Fair on Wednesday, […]
What to do if you come across downed power lines
SYRACUSE, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — Storms are just one factor that can cause power lines to come down. But what do you do once you find one? Firstly, you should always assume it’s live. Just because you don’t see sparks, or hear any noise coming from it, doesn’t mean it’s not active. National Grid has a […]
Updated weather warnings for Jefferson, Lewis and St. Lawrence counties
WATERTOWN, N.Y. (WWTI) – Tuesday’s severe weather has returned to Northern New York with a fresh batch of watches and warnings. A Flash Flood Warning is in effect for Central Lewis County until 7:30 p.m. tonight. Areas such as Lowville, Whetstone Gulf State Park, Highmarket, Denmark, New Bremen, Watson, Martinsburg, Lyonsdale, Greig, Port Leyden, Croghan, […]
PHOTOS: Severe thunderstorm rocks Jefferson County
SACKETS HARBOR, N.Y. (WWTI) – Central Jefferson County got hit hard by a severe thunderstorm earlier this afternoon. The National Weather Service issued a Tornado Warning that expired at 2:30 p.m. A Severe Thunderstorm Warning is still in effect until 3:30 p.m. Areas like Sackets Harbor, Belleville and Henderson were in the early path of […]
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