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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).
New York State DEC Helps Dog Unable To Continue On Trail
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation is busy not only assisting human hikers across the state, but their canine companions as well. According to the DEC, while Forest Rangers are not necessarily required to rescue dogs, many officers will still respond to when there is a lost or injured dog on one of the trails.
Chemung County to receive funding for Youth Employment Program
CHEMUNG COUNTY, N.Y. (WETM) – Chemung County is receiving almost $500,000 in funding for the Southern Tier region’s portion of the Youth Employment Program, as announced by Governor Kathy Hochul on Thursday. $38.8 million was announced to be awarded for the next phase of the Youth Employment Program, which will provide opportunities and training to […]
This Popular Supermarket Chain Will Close Dozens of Stores by November
Popular supermarket chain Stop & Shop will be closing many stores before the end of the year. All across the nation, everyday shoppers are being squeezed by higher and higher prices at the grocery store every time that they go. Because of this, many chains have now deiced to close with Stop & Shop being the latest chain to close dozens of its stores all across the country.
New York State Police Seek Your Help, Do You Know This Individual?
New York State Police are seeking your help in identifying an individual accused of breaking into a store in the middle of the night. A more accurate description is that the break in took place in the early morning hours. Take a look at the video and pictures below to see if you recognize the suspect.
First Flakes of Winter May Come Sooner Than You Think in New York
Looks like winter 2024 is getting ready for a very early start in New York State. We're starting to see early projections about what kind of winter to expect this year. The tone is already being set with one cold-front in the month of August, and that could be possibly followed by another by month's end.
Lost Older Adults Attacked By Bees Hiking In Upstate New York
The day got much worse for lost hikers in the Hudson Valley when they were "swarmed" and "stung" by bees. The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation detailed to Hudson Valley Post what happened in the DEC's latest "DEC Forest Rangers - Week in Review." Wilderness Rescue: Hamlet of...
Early morning fire on Shepard Street ruled arson
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — A fire on Shepard Street in Buffalo early Thursday morning has been ruled as arson, fire officials confirmed. Crews responded to the fire at 66 Shepard St. at 5:10 a.m. Thursday. The building was a vacant residential structure and damage was estimated at around $80,000. It is unclear if anyone has […]
New Buffalo Bills-themed Little People set to hit Wegmans shelves
For the fourth straight year, Fisher-Price has teamed with the Buffalo Bills and Wegmans to offer a Bills' themed Little People set to support a children's hospital in Buffalo. Where to get Buffalo Bills Little People collector set Starting Friday, fans will be able to purchase the latest Little People Collector Buffalo Bills figure...
Office of Cannabis Management announces new sustainability regulations for marijuana growers in New York
FAIRPORT, N.Y. — New regulations announced by the Cannabis Management Advisory Board will require marijuana growers to submit sustainability plans to the state by August of next year. Jayson Tantalo, co-owner of Flower Hydroponics in Fairport, says sustainability is a good thing when it comes to growing marijuana. “I...
Smoke on the Water returns to Hammondsport with barbecue competition, trivia. What to know
Seventeen competitors will take part in a barbecue competition Saturday at the 13th annual Smoke on the Water event at the Hammondsport Volunteer Fire Department. The barbecue competition will kick off at noon Saturday and run until 5 p.m., according to the Hammondsport Fire Department. ...
Many New York Residents Infected With Deadly Virus From Insects
Hudson Valley residents and someone from Long Island were bitten by mosquitoes carrying a deadly virus. First Person In New York State To Test Positive For West Nile In 2024. Earlier this week, a Long Island man became the first person in New York to test positive for West Nile Virus in 2024.
Wrath of spring’s cold weather felt by regional grape farmers
Concord grape farmers in the northeast corner of the Lake Erie Wine Region will soon feel the impact of a spring deep freeze. An extreme drop in temperature on April 27 has had a devastating impact on New York farmers from Westfield to Silver Creek. “I’ve been farming for 40...
Homeschool Paperwork for NYS Requirements | Grades 9-12
Homeschooling a high-schooler is a big commitment with some big results! To help you through this stage of homeschooling, we’re here to make the paperwork aspect a bit easier for you. Below are some tips and templates to help you as you report for your child in grades 9-12.
‘Endangered’ bird successfully nests in Pennsylvania for the first time in 60 years
PENNSYLVANIA (WTAJ) — The common tern is an endangered and protected species in Pennsylvania after human interference chased the birds off, but now there is some exciting news when it comes to those birds and the Commonwealth. Though they were never seen across the state the birds used to nest at Presque Isle State Park […]
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