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USDA Funding Includes Allegany and Cattaraugus Counties
The U.S. Department of Agriculture has approved federal disaster assistance for farmers and communities impacted by severe tornadoes and storms caused by Hurricane Beryl in July. The disaster designation includes seven counties in New York State, among them Allegany and Cattaraugus counties.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER This designation will provide farm operators access to emergency loans and other recovery resources for those who experienced significant damage and crop losses from the storm. Rep. Nick Langworthy, whose district includes the Greater Olean area announced the USDA’s decision. “I’m pleased to announce that our farmers and communities...
Superbug That Causes Rapid Death May Be In New York State
A drug-resistant superbug that causes a quick death "even in healthy people" has made its way to the United States. Health officials are sounding the alarm about hypervirulent Klebsiella pneumoniae (hvKp). World Health Organization Warns About Superbug. The World Health Organization (WHO) confirmed the superbug has been found in 16...
New York State Man Charged After Blowing Up Porta Potty
Millions of users worldwide post on social media everyday, hoping to create content that can entertain and draw revenue though clicks, But while there are many highly creative people posting and sharing worthwhile videos and pictures, others resort to more crass tactics for attention. A New York state man was...
‘Stormy’ Winter Expected In New York, ‘Above-Normal Precipitation’
Weather experts released their prediction for the upcoming winter in New York State. The calendar may say August, but New Yorkers are always looking forward. Pumpkin spice season is just a few days away and Halloween stores are already starting to open. Winter Outlook For New York State. Before you...
New Important Law if you Buy Gift Cards in New York State
New York State has new rules about using gift cards. This is great if you have gift cards that have been sitting in your drawer and you live in New York State. You know how you have had them there are they are sitting there for a while and you are wondering if they expire? Maybe your gift cards take money off every year that it sits there.
Rabies ‘Outbreak’ Identified In Upstate New York
New York State is receiving emergency funding to address "outbreaks" of rabies. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) just approved the release of nearly $19 million in emergency funding to address current wildlife rabies outbreaks in at least seven states, including New York. USDA Addresses Wildlife Rabies Outbreaks in Several...
Harris Hill bow hunting lottery submissions open
ELMIRA, N.Y. (WETM) — Chemung County hunters interested in bow hunting at Harris Hill this year can enter for a chance to get a permit. The Chemung County Buildings and Grounds Department is currently accepting entries for its annual Harris Hill Park bow hunting permit lottery. This lottery is only open to Chemung County residents. […]
Rush woman accused of drunk driving with a child in her car
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — A woman from Rush is facing a felony charge after drunk driving with a minor in her passenger seat, deputies said. According to the Livingston County Sheriff’s Office, around 11 p.m. Aug. 15, Lynne Hurlbut, 41, was pulled over in the Town of Avon under suspicions she was intoxicated behind the […]
Animals rescued from house fire in Rush
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — A few pets were rescued from a house fire in the Town of Rush Sunday evening. Officials were unable to specify just how many pets were saved. A portion of West Henrietta Road in Rush was closed down by Monroe County Sheriff’s deputies Sunday around 8 p.m. for the fire. The area […]
Real estate agencies hope to aid future homebuyers as settlement changes how agents get paid
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Two major changes to the real estate industry that potentially redirect how agents get paid began Saturday. This comes after a recent settlement in an antitrust lawsuit impacting real estate agent compensation. Prior to this settlement, a real estate agent representing a home seller would share a commission, normally between five […]
Tioga Downs Donates $95,680 to Support Local Veterans
NICHOLS, N.Y. (WENY) -- Tioga Downs Casino Resort made a big difference for local veterans Friday, August 16th. Before the Ashley McBryde concert, Chairman Jeff Gural handed over a check for $95,680 to the Southern Tier Veterans Support Group (STVSG). This money came from ticket sales for the July 11th...
Fundraiser held in Webster for local man who died from overdose
Webster, N.Y. — A motorcycle ride in Webster honored the life of a local man who died due to the opioid epidemic. Lee Lucas died of a fatal overdose in 2016. To honor Lee’s memory, his father, Dean Lucas, started the annual Lee Lucas Memorial Poker Run, which is now in its 8th year.
Father-son duo from Steuben County face charges related to Jan. 6 Capitol riot
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Court documents revealed more about the Jan. 6 riot at the U.S. Capitol back in 2021 which sent lawmakers into hiding. With more than 1,000 arrests made since this incident, two men from Steuben County, a father-son duo, were added to that list just last week. Federal officials claim Charles Schimmel Sr. […]
First-time delegates from Western New York head to the Democratic Convention
The Democratic National Convention gets underway in Chicago next week where it is expected Vice President Kamala Harris will accept the Democratic presidential nomination. WBFO’s Thomas O’Neil-White spoke to a few first-time delegates from Western New York about their expectations ahead of the convention.
Gas prices continue to decrease
BUFFALO, N.Y. — The National average price of gas has gone down 3 cents from last week, $3.41. One year ago, today it was at $3.87. New York State's average has gone down 2 cents since last Monday, $3.54. One year ago, NYS's average was $3.92. AAA Western and...
Central New Yorkers are ready to enjoy this year's Great New York State Fair
GEDDES, N.Y. — Thousands of people will be lining up on Wednesday to enjoy the country's third-largest fair. Since 1841, the Great New York State Fair has brought New Yorkers from all around and 2024 is no different. Central New Yorkers, like Stephanie Meade, have been waiting all year...
Connecticut declares state of emergency after 2 killed and ‘hundreds’ evacuated during flash flooding
The governor of Connecticut declared a state of emergency after historic flooding left two dead and prompted hundreds of evacuations over the weekend, he said in a Monday news conference.
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