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DEP accepting applications for environmental education projects
Harrisburg, Pa. — The Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) has made nearly $1 million available for projects that will promote environmental education and stewardship across Pennsylvania. Many of last year’s awardees also supported people in environmental justice communities, communities composed of Pennsylvanians that are more threatened by climate change, air pollution, and water pollution. DEP’s 2025 Environmental Education Grants Program is accepting applications through Nov. 15. Up to $1 million...
Groups Urge Department of Energy to Withdraw Loan Guarantee for Plastics Recycling Facility in Erie
More than 100 environmental and community groups are urging the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to withdraw a $182.6 million loan guarantee for International Recycling Group's proposed plastic recycling facility in Erie, Pa., according to environmental policy group Beyond Plastics on Monday. IRG said it will mechanically recycle the majority...
City of Erie handing out free recycling/waste cans to residents. How can you get one?
City of Erie residents can get a free 35-gallon waste can on a first-come, first-serve basis this week. The city has roughly 5,000 such cans available, paid for via a recycling grant from the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection. ...
Dunkirk Man Charged in Shoplifting Incident at Target
(WNY News Now) – Ellicott – On August 20, 2024, at approximately 12:18 PM, the Town of Ellicott police responded to a shoplifting complaint at the Target located at 975 Fairmount Avenue. Jose Hernandez, 39, of Dunkirk, was charged with petit larceny following the incident. According to authorities,...
Legal experts discuss bail reform after teen causes deadly crash with stolen car
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — A teenage driver who caused a deadly crash in Brighton earlier this week was arrested 12 times last year and while on parole, was arrested for stealing a car in Erie County just a few weeks ago, according to Rochester police. John Flynn, the former District Attorney for Erie County, was […]
71-year-old woman killed in Niagara County crash
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — A 71-year-old woman was killed and five others were injured in a two-car crash in Niagara County on Sunday afternoon, according to the Niagara County Sheriff’s Office. Police responded to the intersection of Lower Mountain Road and Baer Road in the Town of Cambria around 3:15 p.m. Sunday, where a Ford […]
Cable Hollow Crowns Club Champions, Stoddard Shoots Course Record
RUSSELL, Pa. – Austin Stoddard shot a course-record 66 on his way to the Men’s Club Championship at Cable Hollow Golf Club on Sunday. Stoddard opened with a 74 before shooting the 66. Tracie Gray won her second Women’s Club Championship with scores of 87 and 87.
State Agriculture Department urges vaccination for mosquito-borne virus
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) – The State Agriculture Department is urging horse owners to vaccinate their horses against Eastern Equine Encephalitis and West Nile Virus as cases are being seen throughout several areas in New York State. There is no cure for EEE or WNV which can be fatal for unvaccinated horses. So far this year, […]
N.Y. Lottery: 2 lucky winners take home $50K in third-prize Powerball tickets
There were two lucky winners recently in New York state who recently scored $50,000 with third-prize Powerball tickets. The New York Lottery announced the two winning tickets for the Aug. 21 drawing matched four white balls and the red Powerball. One prize-winning ticket each was sold at Moreno Brother’s, located at 9415 Astoria Blvd., in East Elmhurst, and at Weis Markets, located at 1109-11 Main Union Center Hwy, in Endicott.
Excitement Builds as 437 Golfers Prepare for the 40th NYS Men’s Mid-Amateur Championship
(WNY News Now) – Loudonville, N.Y. – Loudonville gears up to host the highly anticipated 40th New York State Men’s Mid-Amateur Championship at Schuyler Meadows Club, drawing top amateur golfers from across the state. The New York State Golf Association (NYSGA) has officially accepted 437 entries for...
Back 2 School safety reminders in WNY
BUFFALO, N.Y. — It's almost that time of the year again where students head back to school in Western New York. With students heading back to school, that means busses will also be back on the roads making for busier commutes all around for those in the community who drive daily.
Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New York, New Jersey Stop & Shops to stop selling tobacco, hold 2 cigarette buybacks
Quincy, Mass. – Stop & Shop announced today that it will stop selling all cigarettes and tobacco products at its 360 stores. The grocery retailer with stores across Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New York, and New Jersey plans to end sales of all tobacco products at all stores by August 31 as a part of the brand’s commitment to community wellness.
Shootings Down Across New York, Most In These 5 Communities
Newly released data shows shootings have dramatically decreased across New York. One part of the Hudson Valley leads the state. Shootings are down in many parts of New York State, according to top New York officials. On Tuesday, Gov. Kathy Hochul proudly announced shooting incidents across the state are down...
Massive Change To Liquor Law In New York
Governor Hochul has signed a bill that makes a huge change to the liquor law in New York State. The new law will allow distillers in the state direct access to more consumers. Senate Bill S2852A and the Assembly version A3132,. "Authorizes the direct intrastate and interstate shipment of liquor,...
Many In New York State Unknowingly Break The Law Each Day
You, a family member, or a friend might be breaking the law each day. Did you know that New York State has a new(sh) passenger seat belt law?. All Passengers Must Wear Seat Belts In Vehicles In New York State. I was having a conversation with my father the other...
NY weather: Air quality alert for Suffolk and Nassau counties Monday
On Monday at 9:54 a.m. an air quality alert was issued valid until 11 p.m. for Suffolk and Nassau counties. "The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation has issued an Air Quality Health Advisory for the following counties: Nassau, Suffolk until 11 p.m. this evening. Air quality levels in outdoor air are predicted to be greater than an Air Quality Index value of 100 for the pollutant of Ground Level Ozone. The Air Quality Index, or AQI, was created as an easy way to correlate levels of different pollutants to one scale. The higher the AQI value, the greater the health concern. When pollution levels are elevated, the New York State Department of Health recommends that individuals consider limiting strenuous outdoor physical activity to reduce the risk of adverse health effects. People who may be especially sensitive to the effects of elevated levels of pollutants include the very young, and those with preexisting respiratory problems such as asthma or heart disease. Those with symptoms should consider consulting their personal physician. A toll free air quality hotline has been established so New York residents can stay informed on the air quality situation. The toll free number is 1 800 5 3 5, 1 3 4 5," states the National Weather Service.
New York gets ‘historic’ $12B in federal funds for tunnel project
(The Center Square) — New York is getting $12 billion in federal funding to help build a long-delayed second tunnel beneath the Hudson River in what officials are touting as the largest rail construction grant in U.S. history. The Gateway Development Commission announced on Monday that it had signed...
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