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Bret Michaels returning to Central NY for ‘Parti-Gras’ concert
Bret Michaels is returning to Central New York for another “Parti-Gras” concert. The Poison singer will perform at the Event Center at Turning Stone in Verona, N.Y., on Saturday, Oct. 19. No opening act has been named for the show, which will begin at 8 p.m. Tickets go...
Get Ready for Another Week of Stormy Weather in Central New York
A Hazardous Weather Outlook has been issued for Central New York, which shows Mother Nature isn't yet finished with us. For the first time in what seems like forever, we finally enjoyed several rain and storm-free days in a row. It was a much-needed break from the severe weather we've received, especially as cities like Rome and Canastota recover from last week's tornado outbreak.
Legislators Mulé and Koslow Applaud Enhanced State Funding for Freeport PD, Local Law Enforcement
Recently, July 16, New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced a record State investment of nearly $51 million for public safety on Long Island. Nassau County agencies received $1,494,692 and Suffolk County agencies received $1,307,677 for the GIVE funding cycle that runs from July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2025. This funding also includes approximately $21.1 million in one-time capital funding to 39 police departments and sheriffs’ offices – including $387,042 for the purchase of law enforcement technology and equipment to allow those agencies more effectively solve, reduce and prevent crime.
Hornell home grown: City weighs options after NYS finalizes cannabis cultivation rules
With the state Cannabis Control Board finalizing rules for home cannabis cultivation in New York late last month, Hornell officials are considering local action to codify the dos and don'ts of growing marijuana in the Maple City. “New York state opened this can of worms and now local governments have...
Ithaca, Cortland County sees job growth since June ’23
ALBANY, NY (CortacaToday) — Jobs are on the rise in the Southern Tier. According to new data from the New York Department of Labor, Ithaca had roughly 57,700 jobs in June 2023. That’s increased to about 58,500, equating to a gain of 0.8%. Cortland County also saw an...
Hamilton 101: President Tepper’s First Days
After his first full day of work on the Hill, President Steven Tepper “relaxed” by heading to Babbitt Pavilion to meet students who were enjoying food trucks and competitive games of Jenga. Among those he met was Joey Tarlavsky ’25, a digital media tutor in Burke Library’s makerspace who is on campus exploring virtual/augmented reality and 3D-modeled space.
Food, fun, entertainment at 'Taste of Lebanon'
DEERFIELD — Saint Louis Gonzaga Maronite Catholic Church's “Taste of Lebanon,” presented by Lewiston Properties, will take place Thursday through Saturday, July 25-27, at Deerfield Fireman's Field on Trenton Road. There will be a live food demonstration, “Grape Leaves & Hummus,” hosted by Layla and Elias Zeina...
Fiddler plays free concert at Three Voice Church in Verona
VERONA — Zach Hirst performs at the free Music on the Green concert Thursday, July 25 at Three Voices Presbyterian Church, 5710 East Main St. The concert follows the Stone Soup event at 4:30 p.m. at the church. Hirst began his musical career at the age of 9, studying...
Bailey wins five at Vernon
Vernon, NY — Leading driver Leon Bailey drove five winners on the card, including a win in the $7,500 featured trot with War Of Will at Vernon Downs on Saturday (July 20). Galactic Storm (Truman Gale) led to the quarter in :28.1. Rock Solid Express (John MacDonald) took control heading down the backstretch, and was first to the half in :57.4. Northern Rein (Josh Kinney) was first to make a move going first-up heading around the final turn. Galactic Storm was first to three-quarters in 1:26.4.
Three-Peat: Matt Sheppard Earns Third ‘Richie Evans Remembered’ Win at Utica-Rome
VERNON, NY – Three-peat. For the third consecutive year, Matt Sheppard topped the ‘Richie Evans Remembered 61’ at Utica-Rome Speedway. Sheppard’s win earned him a cool $6,100 payday for his 44th career Bob Hilbert Sportswear Short Track Super Series (STSS) Fueled By Sunoco triumph. “This race...
TRAFFIC ALERT: Boonville Police issues annual no parking order for Tuesday, July 23 for traditional parade downtown
BOONVILLE- If you plan on visiting the village on Tuesday, July 23, 2024, local officials remind that there will be some traffic adjustments in place for the traditional fair parade. According to the Boonville Police Department, there will be a temporary no parking order effective for these following streets:. Academy...
Heddy’s Haven ribbon-cutting at Boonville Fair
BOONVILLE — On Monday, July 8, a ribbon-cutting was held at the Boonville-Oneida County Fair for Heddy’s Haven, a sensory retreat for those who may have a sensory processing disorder or for those that get overstimulated. Sensory processing disorder is a condition that affects how your brain processes sensory information. This usually means you are overly sensitive to things you smell, touch, hear, and taste. The haven is named after the late Heather “Heddy” Hutchinson, who participated in many Boonville Autism walks over the years.
NOAA Says New York State Will Stay Very Warm Well Into the Fall
While the brutal heatwave finally broke across New York state this week, meteorologists say the much warmer than average weather isn't going to stay away. Could summer-like temperatures last well into the fall across New York and the Northeast?. So far this year, Extreme Weather Watch says that it has...
2 Hudson Valley Courts to Get More Judges, Decrease Major Backlogs in New York
New York State Governor Kathy Hochul recently signed new legislation to address the major backlogs facing courts around the state. The latest legislation makes moves to decrease the intense backlog by adding more judges to these courts. New York Addresses Major Backlog in Family and Civil Court Cases. On Wednesday,...
New week, new gas prices reported in WNY
BUFFALO, N.Y. — As we head into a new week in Western New York the national average for gas has gone down 2 cents ($3.50) from last week. Looking back one year ago today the price was $3.59. The NYS average for gas is down one cent from last...
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...
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