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RIT, SU and Ithaca College ranked among the top 25 American film schools
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) – RIT, Syracuse University and Ithaca College have been ranked on ‘The Hollywood Reporter’s top film schools list’. This is the first time RIT’s School of Film and Animation earned a spot on ‘The Hollywood Reporter’s top film schools list’. The Hollywood reporter sited RIT’s emphasis on the intersection of Hollywood and […]
'I couldn't believe it': Gene Simmons surprises KISS fans at Tops in Niagara Falls
NIAGARA FALLS, N.Y. (WKBW) — When you're at the grocery store on a Sunday, the last thing you think will happen is a surprise visit from rock legend Gene Simmons, but that's what happened for one father-son duo. "I couldn't believe it..it was shock, I mean I saw him,...
NY weather: Be prepared for strong thunderstorms in Herkimer and Hamilton counties Sunday night
The National Weather Service issued a weather alert at 9:29 p.m. on Sunday for strong thunderstorms until 10:15 p.m. for Herkimer and Hamilton counties. Residents may experience wind gusts of up to 50 mph. "At 9:28 p.m., Doppler radar tracked strong thunderstorms along a line extending from 10 miles southeast...
New York Has a Record Breaking Year When it Comes to Tornados
It's been a historic year for tornadoes in New York. Most Recent Tornado in New York Touched Down in Ulster County. Tropical Depression Debby made herself known across the Hudson Valley bringing heavy rains, strong winds and leaving behind damage and destruction. Parts of the Hudson Valley were under a...
Connecticut's sales tax-free week is here. Here's what's exempt.
HARTFORD, Conn. – Connecticut's sales tax-free week begins Sunday and runs through Saturday.This is the 25th year for the annual sales tax holiday."This year's tax-free holiday lands a little earlier to give families a head start for the back-to-school season, which will be here before we know it," Gov. Ned Lamont said in a statement. "As always, I encourage shoppers to take the time to stop by some of Connecticut's local businesses and support our amazing small business community."What items are exempt during Connecticut's sales tax-free week?Most items of clothing and footwear that cost less than $100 per item are...
CPCA Gears Up for a Busy September with 5K and Wine Events
Welcome Hudson Valley! This is Conor Walsh, host of In Touch, Townsquare Media of the Hudson Valley’s Award-Winning Public Affairs and Issues program. This week on In Touch, we speak with Rachel Johnson and Kate Guinan from The Center for the Prevention of Child Abuse, CPCA for short. We’ll be discussing their Updates to their Child Sex Trafficking initiative, along with their upcoming One Too Many 5K happening between Sept 13-15, and their event with Compassion Veterinary called "Paws & Pours for Prevention" at Benmarl Winery on September 29.
A few more storms are possible on Sunday
Sunday August 18, 2024 — The weekend will end with another chance for showers and a few thunderstorms. While temperatures will be cooler than on Saturday, humidity levels will still be somewhat elevated. A closed low continues to trek eastward and will be very close to Rochester by Sunday...
New York State Man Dies After Concrete Wall Falls On Him
Police say a New York state man died Tuesday morning after a freak accident at a scrap yard where he was employed. An investigation into the matter revealed that one of the man's coworkers accidentally struck a concrete wall, which caused it to become unstable and fall. Deaths On the...
May Baby best in Tioga trot
Nichols, NY — May Baby and driver Braxten Boyd captured the $15,000 Open Handicap Trot at Tioga Downs on Saturday (Aug. 17). May Baby ($6.10) went straight to the front and led to the quarter in :27.1. She used a :28.4 second quarter to be first to the half in :56. Makadushin N Cheez (Ridge Warren) came first-up going down the backstretch and challenged for the lead, but May Baby remained first to three-quarters in 1:24.4.
Tesla’s New York Gigafactory Deal Set for Major Overhaul—What’s Changing?
Tesla's agreement with New York State regarding its Buffalo Gigafactory is about to undergo significant changes as the current deal nears expiration. The factory, known for producing Tesla’s Solar Roof and Superchargers, also employs Autopilot data analysts. Under the existing agreement, Tesla is required to maintain a workforce of 1,460 people at the Gigafactory and a total of 2,000 employees across the state. Failing to meet these thresholds would trigger a $41 million fine.
Emergency Landing Incident In Flight To Western New York
Although several experts say that flying is the safest mode of transportation, that doesn’t prevent many people from being anxious to get on an airplane; especially with the issues of Boeing covering our newsfeeds. It’s true that most flights get to and from their destination without any incident at...
NY weather: Flood watch issued for New York until early Monday
The National Weather Service issued a flood watch at 3:26 p.m. on Sunday in effect until Monday at midnight for Steuben, Chemung, Tioga, Broome and Sullivan counties. The weather service comments, "Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible." "Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks,...
Farmers helping farmers: a 'Hay Caravan'
BRADFORD, N.Y. (WENY) -- After last Friday's floods, one farming family in Steuben County decided to take action and help one farmer who was heavily affected by the severe weather. Many who are a part of the local farming community say they have each other's backs. "I saw the clip...
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