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The Truth Behind New York’s Invasive and Toxic Worm
There's a toxic predator in New York... but is the problem really as serious as media outlets would lead us to believe?. While the term "invasive" rightfully sets off alarm bells for many New Yorkers, it can be important to understand how invasive. The massive influx of spongy moth caterpillars earlier this year, for instance, posed a serious threat to many local trees... but what about a predatory worm?
24-year-old and seven minors accused of ‘crime spree’ in Cicero and theft in another town
CICERO, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — Two 17-year-olds, three 16-year-olds, one 15-year-old, one 14-year-old, and a 24-year-old have all been arrested following what police call, a “crime spree” that happened at a Cicero store, that was followed up with thefts in the Town of Onondaga. Around 1:15 a.m. on Aug. 27, the Cicero Police Department was sent […]
Local law enforcement to participate in STOP-DWI Labor Day weekend campaign
Local law enforcement agencies will be involved in the STOP-DWI Labor Day weekend high visibility engagement campaign. The campaign begins today (Aug. 30) and will go until Monday (Sept. 2). The Cortland County Sheriff’s Office, the City of Cortland Police Department, the Village of Homer Police Department and the New...
Missing New York Child Found On Video On Roof Of Large Building
WOW! A missing New York boy was thankfully found with the help of a local TV station's helicopter. A 9-year-old boy disappeared after leaving his Brooklyn home around 7 a.m. on Thursday. Brooklyn, New York Boy Goes Missing. The boy was supposed to be going to school, but when he...
Is a Massive Cooldown Heading to Central New York Next Week?
Looks like it's almost time for us to break out the cozy sweaters and start thinking of fall colors. Labor Day weekend is upon us, and a chilly cold front may be following close behind. Several forecasters are closely watching another stream of arctic air that could blow across Central...
Your Stories Q&A: Where does the money go for all the bottles and cans collected at the NYS Fair?
TOWN OF GEDDES, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — You ask, we answer, State Fair Edition!. The New York State Fair is coming to a close, but we’re still open to questions. Question: Where does the money go for all the bottles and cans collected at the NYS Fair?. For years,...
Cortland City Police Dept. issues Silver Alert for missing 83-year-old
On Saturday morning, a Silver Alert was issued by the Cortland Police Dept. for a missing 83-year-old man. Theodore Testa has dementia and may be in need of medical attention. He was last seen on Homer Ave. in the City of Cortland at 9:45 p.m. on Friday, August 30th. Theodore was driving a red Chevrolet Trax with New York Registration, and the license plate reads "CSC-1332." He was last seen wearing a blue jacket, dark-colored pants and a ball cap.
NJ trails legal cannabis states when it comes to this missing piece
TRENTON — Over two years since recreational use sales launched, New Jersey is nearly alone as a state to legalize marijuana while not allowing any home cultivation, in any case. As of August 2024, there were 24 states that have legalized recreational cannabis. Personal cultivation was also allowed in...
The NYS Fair’s newest tempting treat: Wine you can sink your teeth into
Few things are more refreshing on a hot day at the New York State Fair than a Wine Slushie. Now, Wine Gummies could be making a move as the new State Fair pick-me-up. This week, a hot item at the fair has been bags of chewy candies called Fat Frog Red Wine Gummies. They are sold at the three stands at the fair operated by the Montezuma Winery of Seneca Falls.
Elderly hiker lost in the dark rescued from ADK mountain
Around midnight on Aug. 20, a 74-year-old from Brookhaven got caught in the dark with a dying cell phone while hiking on St. Regis Mountain, a popular climb in the central Adirondacks. Using the last bit of battery power from his phone, which he was using to light his way...
Johnson City man convicted on weapons charges
A Johnson City man was convicted of weapons charges following a trial in Broome County Court this week. According to the Broome County District Attorney’s Office, 47-year-old Grady J. Hunter was found guilty of criminal possession of a weapon in the second and third degrees. The jury took less than two hours to come back with a guilty verdict.
Tioga County crews extinguish structure fire
CANDOR, NY (CortacaToday) — There are no reports of injuries after a blaze in Candor. Crews responded to a structure fire on Owego Road Wednesday evening. Authorities say the flames were contained to the rear of the building. The Campville Fire Department assisted on the scene.
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