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Gus Macker tournament taking over Corning's Gaffer District this weekend. How to watch.
More than 120 teams have signed up to play in the Gus Macker 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament in the Crystal City this weekend. Teams will begin playing 3-on-3 games at 8 a.m. Saturday and the tournament will continue through Sunday, said Emmie Agee, Gaffer District Marketing Manager. The games are played to 21 points on a half-court.
Two charged after traffic stop with illegal gun possession
MAMAKATING – Two people have been arrested following a traffic stop on Route 17 west in the Town of Mamakating on weapons possession charges. State Police announced on Wednesday that minutes before 5 a.m. on July 1, they stopped a vehicle occupied by two men and with the aid of a K-9 unit, located an illegally loaded Taurus G3C .9 mm semi-automatic handgun in the glovebox.
ALERT: These Campsites In New York State Have CLOSED
The recent storms that pounded portions of New York State have lead to officials closing various campsites. The summer storms that raged through the last few days left a line of destruction behind. As residents cleanup and, in some cases, start to rebuild their homes, the weather is starting to become more enjoyable with less humidity and sunny skies.
This Day in the Near Future is Upstate NY’s Worst Night of Sleep
Yes, there's a study for everything and now, according to Amerisleep, there is actually a night in the very near future that is New York's worst night for sleep, according to a study. The study looks at each state and for New York, the worst night of the year for...
Northern Credit Union warns members about password scam
WATERTOWN, N.Y. (WWTI) – Northern Credit Union issued an alert about scams regarding passwords on member accounts. In an email sent out Wednesday afternoon, the financial institution warned that some members have been receiving automated calls from 315-783-0155 stating their passwords have been reset. The individual is prompted to select 1 if this was not them, […]
NWS confirms second tornado hit Rochester region on Monday. Here's where it touched down
The National Weather Service in Buffalo confirmed that a second tornado touched down in the Rochester region Monday afternoon, amidst severe thunderstorms and a twister in Canandaigua, that ripped through the area. NWS confirms tornado in Pavilion, Genesee County, New York ...
ALERT: These Campsites In New York State Have CLOSED
The recent storms that pounded portions of New York State have lead to officials closing various campsites. The summer storms that raged through the last few days left a line of destruction behind. As residents cleanup and, in some cases, start to rebuild their homes, the weather is starting to become more enjoyable with less humidity and sunny skies.
Tompkins County Accepts Applications for Emergency Food and Shelter Program Funding
Tompkins County has been awarded $30,619 in federal funds through the Emergency Food and Shelter National Board Program. This funding aims to supplement local emergency food and shelter programs, wth applications to receive funding due by July 26. “The Emergency Food and Shelter Program is a national program created in...
Kendal at Ithaca residents complete volunteer dementia training
ITHACA, NY (CortacaToday) – Kendal at Ithaca now has nearly two dozen volunteers certified to help people with dementia. In late June, 21 residents completed a comprehensive seminar on Alzheimer’s disease and dementia care. The training was given by the National Council of Certified Dementia Practitioners (NCCDP). The NCCDP seeks to “lead a global transformation in care for individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias, cultivating a future where all caregivers are equipped with the knowledge, skills, and empathy to treat individuals living with cognitive change.”
Drivers reminded how to cross intersections when lights are down
ELMIRA, N.Y. (WETM) – Elmira Police say it’s common to see drivers cross intersections improperly when traffic lights are down. Outages after Monday’s severe storms proved to be another example. “If you approach a traffic light that is malfunctioning in any way, whether it’s completely dark, it’s flashing or anything like that, it should always […]
NYSEG representative talks power restoration times for Southern Tier
SOUTHERN TIER, N.Y. (WENY) -- On Monday, tens of thousands of people in the Southern Tier lost power after severe thunderstorms rolled through the region. Many continued to be without power into Tuesday, and NYSEG was able to provide an explanation as to why it was taking a while for residents to get their lights back on.
Grand Central's Main Concourse reopens. Protesters take to NYC streets
NEW YORK – Grand Central Terminal's Main Concourse has reopened to the public. It was temporarily closed Thursday afternoon in response to reports of planned protests.CBS New York's Naveen Dhaliwal reports MTA Police got word that a pro-Palestinian protest was scheduled to take place by the clock in the middle of the Main Concourse at 5:30 p.m.There was a heavy police presence from multiple agencies, including New York State Police and MTA Police, and police surrounded the concourse with barricades.Riders were directed to use alternate entrances. Train service did not appear to be disrupted.The concourse has since reopened.Protesters gather outside...
New York to launch application process for $500 million green chips community fund
Syracuse, N.Y. -- New York will launch an online portal next month for organizations to apply for grants from a $500 million fund designed to benefit communities surrounding Micron Technology Inc.’s planned semiconductor megafab in Clay. The portal will open Aug. 15. Groups interested in applying for a grant...
ALERT: These Campsites In New York State Have CLOSED
The recent storms that pounded portions of New York State have lead to officials closing various campsites. The summer storms that raged through the last few days left a line of destruction behind. As residents cleanup and, in some cases, start to rebuild their homes, the weather is starting to become more enjoyable with less humidity and sunny skies.
Sullivan Correctional Facility marked for closure: What to know
The Sullivan Correctional Facility will close in 2024, the New York State Department of Corrections and Community Supervision announced Thursday. The Fallsburg site is one of two maximum-security state correctional facilities DOCCS marked for closure. The other is Great Meadow Correctional Facility in Washington County. At Sullivan Correctional Facility, 426...
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