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New leadership at Bampa’s House, Corning comfort care home. What to know about transition.
Bampa’s House, a non-profit critical resource that has served 100 residents since opening in September 2020, recently welcomed new leadership. After serving as board president for nine years, Joan Wilson will step down in January 2025. Wilson, a founding board member who led the charge in getting Bampa's House established as a non-profit organization, has served as board president since the organization’s inception.
Hail damaged your car and house: What to expect from insurance
After hail of all shapes and sizes accompanied ravaging storms that blew through the Rochester region Monday, causing significant damage to homes and vehicles, you may be wondering what your homeowners and car insurance will cover when it comes to hail-related damage. It depends on a multitude of factors, insurance companies say, including...
Watch live: Hochul holds storm briefing in Rome after devastating storms
A state of emergency remains in effect for Oneida County and Madison County after storms ripped through the area Tuesday night. At least one person is confirmed to have died in the Madison County Village of Canastota during the storm. Gov. Kathy Hochul is in Rome and will hold a...
Heading To Dierks At SPAC? Get Hired With NYS Law Enforcement
If you are heading to the Dierks Bentley show at Saratoga Performing Arts Center tonight (Thursday, July 18th) you will not only see an amazing country show, but you could apply for one of the many jobs offered through New York State law enforcement. If you are interested in a...
New York State Man Sues To Win Back Exotic Animal That Was Taken By DEC
Back in 1990, a New York state man said he purchased a young alligator from a reptile show in Ohio. Since then, the large reptile named Albert grew to become somewhat of a local celebrity in one New York community, as well as a self-professed emotional support animal for a man named Anthony Cavallaro.
Voting Opens for Retired N.Y. Racehorse of the Year
Voted on by the fans, the first-ever Down Broadway Retired Racehorse of the Year Award will be presented on New York Thoroughbred Aftercare Day at Saratoga Race Course on Thursday, August 15, the New York Horsemen's Association said in a Wednesday release. Casting a ballot will be open to the...
U.S. Government Issues Warning About New York Drinking Water
Top U.S. officials have issued a stern warning about drinking water. As someone who grew up in the City of Newburgh, a warning about drinking water is always scary. In May 2016, City of Newburgh residents learned their drinking water supply was contaminated with the man-made chemical Perfluorooctane Sulfonate, which is also called PFOS.
Mayor Eric Adams, Gov. Kathy Hochul say subway crime continues to decrease
Mayor Eric Adams and Gov. Kathy Hochul announced Wednesday that crime on subways has significantly decreased. Mayor Adams says transit crime has gone down by nearly 27% over the last four weeks. He added there has not been an increase in crime since more cops were put at subway stations back in January.
Drake's Toronto mansion floods amid intense rainfall in Canada that left 167,000 customers without power
Rapper Drake shared a video of murky water flooding his Toronto mansion as heavy rains inundated parts of Canada on Tuesday and knocked out power for thousands of customers. The "One Dance" singer shared a video on his Instagram story showing what appeared to be a vanity room and closet filled with brown muddy water. He then walked towards the hall, sloshing through the ankle-deep water.
US Army Corps of Engineers to update master plan for Almond Lake and the Arkport Dam
Land Classification changes could have big impact, public comment period open until August 14. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Baltimore District (USACE- Baltimore) is in the process of updating the Master Plans for the USACE owned and operated Almond Lake and Arkport Dam. The purpose of the Almond Lake 2024 Master Plan and the Arkport Dam 2024 Master Plan is to provide guidance for stewardship of natural resources and management for long-term public access to, and use of, the natural resources at Almond Lake and Arkport Dam, including the land classification of the USACE-managed lands. Land classifications are established in the 2024 Master Plans and are fundamental to project land management. Land classifications provide for development and resource management consistent with authorized purposes and other federal laws. The 2024 Master Plans provide a comprehensive description of the USACE project, a discussion of factors influencing resource management and development, new resource management objectives, a synopsis of public involvement and input into the planning process, descriptions of existing development, and considerations of future development activities.
2024 Allegany County Fair 4-H Dog Show Results – Angelica, NY
Scio’s Ben Eshelman is a triple Grand Champion!!. 4-H held the Dog Show on Saturday, July 13th. Our judge was Kim Wilson of Dansville, NY. Kim has been a small animal Veterinarian for 20 years. This is her third year judging Dog Obedience. She attended Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine in St. Kitts. Listed below are Dog Show results.
Chemung County Compost Facility offering extended hours to assist with storm damage
HORSEHEADS, N.Y. (WETM) – The Chemung County Compost Facility will be offering extended hours for residents who have been left with storm damage. For the remainder of the week, the compost facility located at 715 Blostein Blvd. in Horseheads will be open from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. on July 17, 18 and 19. In […]
Behind the Scenes look at the making of Monks' bread
The Trappist Monks of the Abbey of the Genesee have been selling bread since 1953. Chris Lopez goes to the Abbey of the Genesee in Piffard, Livingston County to give us a rare glimpse of how Monks' Bread is made. "We bake twice a week, which [produces] about 4,000 loves...
Cayuga Medical Center’s ACC Cardiac Cath Lab Receives Recognition for Accreditation
The American College of Cardiology announced on Tuesday their recognition and accreditation of Cayuga Medical Center (CMC) for its expertise and commitment to care. CMC was accredited based on the cardiac cath lab’s staff, with their ability to evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients. They proved themselves to be more than capable in performing procedures efficiently and competently. CMC’s cardiac cath lab deals with coronary angiography and pacemaker insertions, as well as life-saving percutaneous coronary intervention.
Notre Dame basketball star Hannah Hidalgo continues silence after sharing anti-gay marriage video
Hannah Hidalgo has yet to address the backlash created by her social media activity this past weekend, with the Notre Dame star receiving criticism for a video posted to Instagram
Alfred State featured in Higher Education Review magazine
Alfred State agricultural programs of the top ten “most promising” colleges in the nation. From Alfred State College, pictured is a Alfred State student work with the animals on the college farm. Alfred State College’s agriculture programs were recently featured as the cover story in an international publication,...
Governor Hochul visits storm ravaged city of Rome and updates New Yorkers on state response to severe weather impacts
ROME- Governor Kathy Hochul visited the City of Rome, NY on Wednesday to inspect damage caused by severe winds that caused extensive damage in the region. The Governor focused on providing updates on the state’s response to the severe storms that have impacted the state over the last two weeks.
Weis Vineyards wins New York Governor's Cup in statewide competition
HAMMONDSPORT, N.Y. (WENY) -- A local winery has taken home two of the top awards in the 38th Annual New York Wine Classic. Gov. Kathy Hochul announced Wednesday night that Weis Vineyards in Hammondsport was awarded the Governor's Cup for their 2018 Riesling Ice Wine. The Governor's Cup is given out to the best wine in any given year's competition.
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