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July 20: SPCA of NNY Cornhole Tournament
WATERTOWN, N.Y. (WWTI) – The Jefferson County SPCA will host its third annual cornhole tournament Saturday, July 20 at their shelter at 25056 Water Street in Watertown. The tournament kicks off at 10 a.m. with the first-place team getting $800. Second place will receive $450 and the third-place team will get $250. Fourth-place will get […]
1,000+ Lewis County Residents Eligible for SNAP Benefits to Replace Lost Food Supplies After Recent Flooding and Power Outages
Lewis County residents affected by recent flooding and power outages can apply for SNAP replacement benefits to compensate for lost food by reporting losses before July 19. SNAP Benefits Available for Lewis County Residents Affected by Recent Flooding and Outages According to the report of Informnny, Lewis County residents who faced flooding and power outages […]
Longtime Boilermaker Runner Passes Away Moments After Crossing the Finish Line
One of the most popular events every summer in Central New York is the Boilermaker Road Race. People from 45 different states and 11 countries traveled to Utica, NY for this years big event on the second Sunday in July. Overall it was a huge success. However, for one longtime Boilermaker Nation representative the race ended in tragedy.
CNY Regional Market’s new CEO ready to move forward after scathing report
SYRACUSE, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — Will a new face at the top bring a big change to the bottom line? The Central New York Regional Market is about to find out. After a state audit criticized the market’s fiscal operations – the authority board voted to fire its executive director – and hire a new CEO. NewsChannel […]
Syracuse hasn’t yet tried collecting $23K in unpaid rent from evicted water worker
Syracuse, N.Y. — Syracuse has not acted to recover more than $23,000 in unpaid rent from a city water department employee that it evicted a year ago. In July 2023, Syracuse took employee Christopher Catalano to court because he hadn’t paid his $650 monthly rent since early 2021 on a city-owned house at the Westcott Reservoir, just past the border in the town of Geddes.
More than 1,000 without power in Syracuse suburbs as storms blow through
Syracuse, N.Y. — More than 1,000 people were without power near Syracuse after storms blew through the region Monday evening. The outages were concentrated in the northern suburban towns of Clay and Salina, according to National Grid’s website. Power was expected to be restored to the 1,290 affected customers around 10:30 p.m. Monday.
Parking Garage Opens to Staff of Wynn Hospital; Available to Public Later This Week
UTICA, N.Y. -- Today is a significant day for the staff at the new Wynn Hospital in downtown Utica. A new parking garage has opened, but not yet to the public. Today, it is exclusively available to employees, providers and volunteers. It is anticipated to be accessible to the public...
Recent Cyber Attacks Threaten Hudson Valley, New York Infrastructure
The Hudson Valley has fallen victim to a slew of cyber attacks in recent months, compromising important information from both local organizations and individuals. Cyberattack complaints in New York state increased 53% between 2016 and 2022, jumping from 16,426 incidents in 2016 to 25,112 in 2022, according to the FBI. The number of attacks targeting critical infrastructure in New York state nearly doubled to 83 in the first half of 2023 compared to 48 during the entirety of 2022 according to a report released by State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli.
NY weather: Prepare for damaging winds and walnut-sized hail with thunderstorms to hit New York Tuesday
The National Weather Service issued a severe thunderstorm warning at 10:41 a.m. on Tuesday valid until 11:30 a.m. for Monroe, Niagara and Orleans counties. Brace for walnut-sized hail (1.5 inches) and wind gusts of up to 60 mph. "At 10:41 a.m., a severe thunderstorm was located 8 miles north of...
Do Not Eat: All Told To ‘Double Bag’ Meat Sold In New York
A number of chicken and beef products were illegally shipped to stores across New York. The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) issued a public health alert that impacts New Yorkers. FSIS Issues Public Health Alert for Ineligible Meat and Poultry Products Illegally Imported from the...
‘Low’ rapper Flo Rida to perform free concert at NYS Fair
Grab your apple bottom jeans and boots with the fur: Flo Rida is coming to the New York State Fair. The “Low” rapper will perform at the NYS Fair’s Suburban Park Stage on Thursday, Aug. 29, at 8 p.m. The concert is free with admission to the Fair.
N.Y. weather: Heat wave thunderstorms pose tornado threat upstate, hail and flooding in NYC
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — A cold front sweeping in from the north will spell an end to searing temperatures this week, but not before thunderstorms impact New York state. Temperatures climbed to a high of 96 degrees on Monday, according to the Advance/SILive.com weather station. With temperatures expected to climb into the mid 90s once again on Tuesday, some residents may question when this blanket of heat and humidity will be lifted.
Supermarket Chain With 400 Stores Closing Many New York Locations
Another popular supermarket in New York State has confirmed massive closures. Stop & Shop just confirmed plans to close 32 stores by the end of 2024. The company confirmed the upcoming closures, which include a number of locations in New York State as well as the Hudson Valley. Below are...
Weather Alert: More severe storms possible in upstate NY
The day after damaging storms brought high winds, large hail and soaking rains, the Rochester area remains in the crosshairs of a following storm in the mid-morning through early evening. Monroe County and points west and southwest face a marginal risk of severe thunderstorms, while areas east and south have a more significant...
Wanted New York State Man Arrested After Falling Through Ceiling
A man in New York state, who was wanted by police on three felonies, had thought he had found the perfect hiding spot from authorities. He thought wrong. Thing is, police didn't even have to try very hard to bust his cover either. The suspect basically gave himself up to police on his own.
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