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Anti-Cannabis Group Launches New Legal Battle Against New York’s Cannabis Industry
In a renewed effort to undermine New York’s burgeoning cannabis industry, the Cannabis Impact Prevention Coalition and the Cannabis Industry Victims Seeking Justice have taken their fight to the State Supreme Court in Albany County. Their latest lawsuit targets key state agencies, including the Cannabis Control Board (CCB), Office of Cannabis Management (OCM), Dormitory Authority, and the Department of Taxation and Finance, alleging that these entities are unlawfully using state funds to support cannabis-related programs under the Marijuana Regulation and Taxation Act (MRTA).
State Fair veterinarians shut down highly-anticipated baby goat exhibit
STATE FAIRGROUNDS, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — The highly-anticipated baby goat snuggling exhibit is leaving the New York State Fair before ever opening. The 100 baby goats were seen being carried out of the exhibit inside the Horticulture Building as a line of people waited to see them. A spokesperson for the State Fair initially confirmed to […]
New York losing longtime news radio station in deal with ESPN brand
NEW YORK — Another era has been set to end, as WCBS 880 AM news radio will halt its programming in two weeks, nearly six decades after its first broadcast. Parent company Audacy is a Philadelphia-based owner of more than 230 radio stations in the U.S. Its brands include...
Metal Found In Massive Amount Of Chicken Nuggets, Tenders Sold In New York
A very popular food company is recalling nearly 170,000 pounds of chicken nuggets and chicken tenders. Perdue Foods is recalling 167,171 pounds of frozen chicken nuggets and tenders. Perdue Voluntarily Recalls Frozen Breaded Chicken Breasts and Tenders Products for Foreign Material. The company says chicken in these packages (see photos...
Hochul: NY is providing resources to assist flood-ravaged Suffolk after storm
State emergency workers have descended on western Suffolk County to assess the damage centered around Smithtown and Stony Brook after this week’s 1,000-year storm that caused two dams to burst, flooding out the hamlets. In the meantime, community members have opened their wallets to assist storm survivors. Those include...
Possible Second Cold Front Could Bring New York’s First Frost By Labor Day
The leaves are already changing colors across Central New York, meaning the first frost is right around the corner. The Old Farmer's Almanac's prediction of the first frost of 2024 may already be outdated not even a week after issuing it. Why? Another cold front could be heading our way.
Major insurer overpaid $5 million in claims for NY retirees , audit finds
Albany, N.Y. — A major insurer for many New York state retirees improperly paid over 200 insurance claims costing over $5 million, according to an audit by the state comptroller’s office. The audit centered on evaluating insurance claims submitted by Anthem Blue Cross — formerly Empire Blue Cross...
33rd Annual Kids Fishing Contest in Andover a Celebration Success
The Andover Wetlands Annual Kids Fishing Contest celebrated its 33rd anniversary with participants from Andover as well as Ulysses, PA, Jamestown, Livonia, Addison, Alfred Station, Allentown, Almond, Angelica, Arkport, Cuba, Wellsville, Belmont, Little Genesee, Belfast, Bolivar, Hornell, Genesee, Livonia, and Jasper. Special guests in attendance who assisted in handing out...
This Saturday is the Taste of Wellsville !
Main Street will be closed from 11am – 4pm for food, art, music, and a kids zone!!. The second annual Taste of Wellsville Food Festival and Market will be taking over Main Street on Saturday, August 24, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. In order to accommodate the festival, there will be no parking on Main Street from the front of Pizza King to Jefferson Street beginning at 8 a.m. Saturday. Unauthorized vehicles parked in the closed portion of Main Street after that time will be towed. Jefferson Street will be open to vehicular traffic. Vehicles will not be able to turn onto Main Street from Park Avenue. Signs will be posted on parking meters in the area the day before the festival.
Niagara County Deputies find brass knuckles while performing arrest for a DWI
NIAGARA COUNTY, N.Y. — A Buffalo man is facing several charges following a traffic stop in Niagara County. The Niagara County Sheriff's Office says 911 dispatchers received a call Monday evening from a concerned citizen that someone was driving recklessly down South Transit Road near Fisk Road. Deputies say...
Bath man arrested on felony drug charges after traffic stop
BATH, N.Y. (WETM) — A Bath man was arrested on Tuesday during a traffic stop after police said he was driving around with a revoked license. According to the Village of Bath Police Department, 31-year-old Thomas Gallagher was arrested on Tuesday, Aug. 20, on several drug charges after they were found during a traffic stop. […]
Buffalo Bills 2024 Full Schedule
The champions of the 2023 season are the Kansas City Chiefs and people are already waiting for more football. With this they are going to be wanting to know what moves their favorite teams are making and who they will be playing on their schedule. With this in mind, here is a look at the Full 2024 schedule for the Buffalo Bills.
Muddy work to do for KYDR volunteers in rural New York
Kentucky Baptist Disaster Relief volunteers are trained to work and when something keeps them from it, they get frustrated. Chris Cropp, who is leading a group of a 13 KYDR volunteers in Canisteo, N.Y., to help with flood recovery, is experiencing that frustration in an area that badly needs some hope, help and healing.
Congressman Langworthy Announces Over $347,000 in Federal Funding for State-of-the-Art Research Equipment for Alfred University
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Nick Langworthy announced that Alfred University will receive a federal grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF) in the amount of $347,740. This funding will be used to purchase a state-of-the-art in-situ infrared spectroscopic ellipsometry system that will be critical for driving forward research in fields like Ceramic Engineering, Glass Science, Materials Science & Engineering, Biomaterials Engineering, and Mechanical Engineering.
Help Needed: Woman Walking With Teddy Bear Badly Hurt In New York
A woman walking on a major highway in New York, while holding a large teddy bear, was hit by a car. Help is needed in identifying her. On Wednesday, New York State Police asked for help in identifying a woman who was hit by a car. New York State Police...
STUDY: New York Is One of the “Most Religious” States in the Country
A new survey is suggesting that New York is overwhelmingly religious, to the point it puts states like Utah and Louisiana to shame. Religion has become somewhat politicized in recent years, no matter what faith one may be, and that is unfortunate because nearly half of all Americans say religion is very important in their lives.
Why Mosquitoes Bite Some People More Than Others In New York
A doctor is explaining why mosquitoes bite some people more than others. Did you know that mosquitoes are considered the "world's deadliest" creatures. That's according to the CDC. Zika virus, West Nile and Eastern equine encephalitis (EEE) are three viruses spread by these insects that can cause a fatal infection.
This New York Walmart In the Capital Region Is Limiting Use Of Self-Checkout
Experts say that retail theft occurs every single day in the United States. According to Capital One Shopping, stores across the Nation lost an estimated $121 billion to retail theft in 2023. New York State stores reported a total loss of $9 billion in sales revenue last year. One New...
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