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Webster residents warned of coyote sightings on nature trails
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Webster police are warning residents of recent coyote sightings in the area. Officers said they have received calls about coyotes in the area of the Webster Park and Whiting Road Nature Preserve trails. The reports indicate the coyotes are coming dangerously close to people walking on the trail and even stalking […]
Rochester Fire Department celebrates 2024 graduating interns
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — The Rochester Fire Department celebrated the end of its 2024 summer internship program Friday. The department held its internship graduation, where 24 interns were recognized for their hard work. Officials said throughout the summer, the interns were tasked with completing six weeks of training, which included introductory firefighting skills along with work-readiness, […]
Forgotten WW2 history found during clock tower renovations in Elmira
ELMIRA, N.Y. (WETM) – A nearly 4-million-dollar renovation of the clock tower at City Hall has revealed a forgotten piece of World War Two history. Crews discovered an air raid siren that was installed in the tower after the Elmira area became a possible target for bombing raids. “It’s neat. I’m glad that we’re going […]
Robbery suspects arrested in Rome after stabbing driver and taking his car in Syracuse
SYRACUSE, N.Y. — Two men stabbed a man before taking his car in Syracuse on Saturday afternoon, ending up in the City of Rome in Oneida County before authorities arrested them. According to Syracuse Police, officers responded to the 300 block of Richmond Avenue at around 3:27 p.m. after...
Legendary Rock Band to Close Out The Great New York State Fair with Explosive Labor Day Show
Get ready to rock out this Labor Day as Jackyl, the iconic rock band with over 30 years of touring under their belt, takes the stage at Suburban Park on Monday, September 2 at 6:00 p.m. This electrifying performance marks the grand finale of The 2024 Great New York State Fair’s 13-day run.
Armed Oswego robbery suspects chased by police from Fulton to Syracuse
SYRACUSE, N.Y. — Three men are under arrest after allegedly attempting a robbery in Oswego that lead to a car chase that began in Fulton and ending in Syracuse. According to Oswego Police, 26-year-old Devin Johnson of Granby, 21-year-old Zaquest Robinson of Syracuse, and 23-year-old Mykial-Anthony O DeJesus of Utica had arrived at a residence on the eastside of the City of Oswego with handguns, threatening multiple residents at gun point. Police said that the victims gave them money and marijuana in addition to the trio stealing one of their cars. This incident was reported just after midnight on Friday.
Syracuse police respond to a fourth stabbing in less than 24 hours
SYRACUSE, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — On Friday, August 23 at 11:27 p.m., the Syracuse Police Department was called to 750 East Adams Street, University Hospital, for a report of a stabbing victim, who arrived at the emergency room in a private car. When police arrived, officers found a 34-year-old man...
33-year-old pays $2,100/month to live with 23 roommates in Brooklyn—take a look inside
In a city as notoriously expensive as New York, it's common to see people in their late 20s and early 30s living with roommates to help manage the high cost of living. But Ishan Abeysekera has taken that to the next level with his current living situation in Brooklyn: a communal building that he shares with a whopping 23 other people.
How Improving Self-Esteem Can Help Your Hudson Valley Student
Welcome Hudson Valley! This is Conor Walsh, host of In Touch, Townsquare Media of the Hudson Valley’s Award-Winning Public Affairs and Issues program. This week on In Touch, Chief Mater Gerald Dunn from Karate 4 Excellence returns! In the past, we have focused on martial arts being a tool to help promote bullying prevention, build self-esteem, give opportunities to those with special needs, and to strengthen the family dynamic. Gerald Dunn returns to give us more insight on the difference between confidence and self-esteem, and how having strong self-esteem leads to a solid foundation of success.
Camden Football is Hoping to Get Back to Winning Ways with Renewed Focus on Defense and an Appreciation for the Community
CAMDEN, N.Y. -- Camden Football is entering year number eight with Jake Bates as head coach. The team finished just under .500 a season ago, with a mark of 4-5. However, two years ago, the team almost made it to the JMA Wireless Dome, falling in the Class B Semifinal to Homer.
31 Years Ago Sara Anne Wood Disappeared, Search Continues Today
August 18th marks a solemn anniversary in Central New York. It's the tragic day 12-year-old Sara Anne Wood disappeared from a rural road near her Frankfort home. 31 years ago, on August 18, 1993, Sara vanished while riding her bike home from bible school at Norwich Corners Church on Roberts Road. Her abductor, Lewis S. Lent Jr. eventually confessed to kidnapping and murdering Sara while in custody for another child crime. He's currently serving a life sentence without parole.
Matt McCoy Returns to His Alma-Mater at VVS in Year One to Help Bring the Red Devils Back to Prominence
VERONA, N.Y. -- Vernon-Verona-Sherrill Football has handed off head coaching duties to first-year head coach Matt McCoy. It's a homecoming for McCoy, who played for the Red Devils under former longtime coach Gary Oliver. McCoy spent the last two seasons as the head coach of Oneida Football. The 2014 VVS...
Holes-in-one for Central New York golfers (as of August 23)
Here’s a list of holes-in-ones through August 23 and other accomplishments by Central New York golfers:. Tim Slavik, Aug. 18, on the 136-yard No. 17 hole at Foxfire using a pitching wedge. Witnessed by Ben Slavik. Mike Fischer, Aug. 18, on the 130-yard No. 7 hole at McConnellsville using...
New York Walmart Makes Major Change To Self-Checkout
After an increase in thefts, a New York Walmart has made a massive change to its self-checkout lanes. Customers at one Walmart will be limited when it comes to using self-checkouts. Do You To Show Your Receipt At Walmart In New York?. If a Walmart exit greeter asks you for...
Damon Dash Reported To Owe New York $8 Million In In Back Taxes
Dame Dash reportedly owes New York State $8.7 million in back taxes and penalties, and the state's taxation department has filed a motion in federal court seeking those monies at the auction of his Roc-A-Fella Records share next week. The post Damon Dash Reported To Owe New York $8 Million In In Back Taxes appeared first on Hip-Hop Wired. The post Damon Dash Reported To Owe New York $8 Million In In Back Taxes appeared first on Black America Web.
NYS Fair vendor to donate portion of local beer sales to CNY families of fallen officers
Geddes, N.Y. — A longtime vendor at the New York State Fair has set aside a table in the Colonnade for the two law enforcement officers gunned down in April, and on Monday will raise money for their families. Tommy C’s set the table this morning in honor of...
County Highway Department announces upcoming daily road closure
The Cortland County Highway Department announced that a portion of Lower Cincinnatus Road will be closed starting next week. The update noted that beginning Wednesday (Aug. 28), Lower Cincinnatus Road between McFarlane Road and Staley Road will be closed on a daily basis from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. for the next couple of weeks.
Rain stays away for Sunday
Rochester, N.Y. — A weak shortwave will pass across the region on Sunday, but the timing will prove to be largely restrictive for convection as it will occur earlier in the day. Another rogue shower cannot be ruled out completely for the remainder of the day, but the chance is low. Areas well east of Rochester will have a better opportunity to see a stray shower or two in the afternoon with this associated trough.
TLC concert at NYS Fair canceled; T-Boz diagnosed with abdominal blockage
Update as of Saturday: Tionne Watkins (T-Boz) was diagnosed with an abdominal blockage and has been admitted to the hospital, according to an Instagram post from TLC. The group is committed to rescheduling the canceled concerts, according to the post, and appreciates all the fan support. Geddes, N.Y. — Friday’s...
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