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Finger Lakes Wine Festival returns July 26th through July 28th
WATKINS GLEN, N.Y. (WENY) -- Finger Lakes Wine Festival is returning from July 26th through July 28th. The Festival kicks off on Friday with the Launch of the Lakes celebration and Bad Bear concert at 6 p.m. Festivities continue all day Saturday and Sunday with a variety of activities to chose from.
Big Fish Summer – Erin Swan’s largemouth bass
ELMIRA, N.Y. (WETM) – It’s time for the next special edition of 18 Sports’ Big Fish Summer. Congratulations to Erin Swan who caught this largemouth bass from Cranberry Lake in Addison presented by Valley Wholesale Bait and Tackle. Swan’s catch is one of the biggest largemouth bass’ we’ve seen so far this summer and hopefully […]
Rochester Woman Convicted for Operating Drug Den
(WNY News Now) – Rochester, NY – Danielle Hampton, 50, of Rochester, NY, has been convicted by a federal jury for maintaining a drug-involved premises, a charge that carries a potential penalty of up to 20 years in prison and a $500,000 fine. The conviction follows an investigation...
Waterfront restaurant with views of Irondequoit Bay closing
Brody's on the Bay, a restaurant that sits high above Irondequoit Bay near Webster in Penfield, has announced that its last day of service will be Saturday, July 20. "It is with great sadness that we announce Brody’s On The Bay closing," the Facebook post said. "This Saturday evening will be our last service. We so deeply appreciate the love and support we have received since our opening May of 2021. ...
‘We work hand in hand:’ Safety measures in place ahead of Rochester Pride Saturday
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Saturday, Highland Park will house Rochester’s Pride Festival. Folks will make their way there with a parade starting at 11 a.m. Saturday on South Avenue. Ahead of the festival, Rochester Police say they plan to keep the community safe so everyone can enjoy the event. Captain Greg Bello says securing Pride […]
Major federal grant instills sense of hope in one of Syracuse's poorest neighborhoods
A feeling of hope is more palpable in Syracuse’s Pioneer Homes neighborhood after the announcement of a $50 million federal grant to demolish and rebuild several hundred housing units. It's a significant piece of the effort to reimagine and redevelop the 15th ward. The roar of traffic on I-81...
Man, teen injured in shooting on Syracuse’s West Side, police say
Syracuse, N.Y. — Two people were shot on Syracuse’s West Side Saturday evening, police said. Both are expected to survive, police said in a news release. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may receive compensation. By using this site, you consent to our User Agreement and agree that your clicks, interactions, and personal information may be collected, recorded, and/or stored by us and social media and other third-party partners in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
NYS Girls Wrestling Tournament coming to Albany
ELMIRA, N.Y. (WETM) – One of the state’s newest girls sports is gaining a major championship. The New York State Public High School Athletic Association made it official that a full state tournament will be coming to Albany next year. The date will be Thursday, February 27 at MVP Arena in Albany. It’s the same […]
Father and son bond over classic cars they built themselves
SYRACUSE, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — Matt Rahrig was just fifteen years old when he and his dad started building his 1972 Nova, which sat alongside his father’s 1955 Chevy Delivery Wagon at this year’s Syracuse Nationals. “Matthew always followed me in the garage,” said Matt’s dad Bill Rahrig....
89-year-old comedian recovering after she was randomly punched on New York street
NEW YORK (AP) — An 89-year-old comedian is recovering after being randomly punched and knocked to the ground while waiting to cross a street in New York earlier this month. D’yan Forest said she had just stopped at a coffee shop and was heading to a swimming pool when someone came up to her from behind and hit her in the eye. She lay on the ground in shock as police and paramedics came to her aid.
Retired grandmother saves neighbors from house fire on Fitch Street in Syracuse
SYRACUSE, N.Y. — A fire broke out on the two-hundred block of Fitch Street around 10:00 A.M. The Syracuse Fire Department was alerted to two occupants inside the house as they arrived on the scene, but thanks to one alert neighbor and firefighters, those two occupants are safe. Even...
Fulton teen dies following a traffic accident in Alabama
Www.wcbi.com – Eric Lampkin – 2024-07-20 18:56:01. SUMMARY: 19-year-old Ashton Miller from Fulton was killed Thursday night in a traffic accident in Fayette County, Alabama. Miller was a passenger in a Toyota Corolla that ran off Highway 18, hit a culvert, and flipped. He was ejected from the car, as he was not wearing a seatbelt, and died at the scene. The 17-year-old driver was airlifted to a hospital. The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency's Highway Patrol Division is investigating the crash. For updates, follow WCBI News on Facebook and X.
Central New York Driver Shares Terrifying Experience Of Rome Tornado
One local DoorDash delivery driver from Taberg found himself caught in Freedom Plaza of Rome during the terrifying tornado. His truck lifted off the ground, and he walked away safely. "I was actually doing a DoorDash order," Joey Long recounted, "and as I was coming back, I saw that the...
Hochul unveils major infrastructure investments
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced a commitment involving more than $600 million towards significant infrastructure investments to revitalize the Livingston Avenue Bridge The post Hochul unveils major infrastructure investments first appeared on Spotlight News.
New York State DEC Says Man Tried to Escape Custody Using Rideshare
Ridesharing was once referred to as the "future of public transport", as companies such as Uber, Lyft, and others allow riders to use mobile apps to request rides from nearby drivers. This can help provide quick and easy transportation, while removing some of the excess congestion on our roads. Attempting...
Can You Get A Ticket In School Zones In New York During Weekends?
If you drive through a school zone on a weekend in New York State, can you get a ticket if you go above the school zone speed limit? I always wonder if I can get a ticket, even though school isn't in session. Of course, no person in their right mind wants to speed through a school zone when children may be crossing the street, or even walking along the sidewalk. But what happens on weekends or evenings, when school is out?
‘World’s Deadliest’ Creature Spreading Another Deadly Virus In New York
The CDC issued a warning about a virus spreading at historic levels. The CDC issued a "health alert" to notify the public and public health authorities of an increased risk of dengue virus (DENV) infections. Dengue Virus Infections Reach Historic Numbers. The CDC confirmed more cases have already been reported...
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