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The Switch Up Election Series — GOP strategist weighs in on Trump assassination attempt, VP pick
Sarah Chamberlain, president and CEO of the Republican Main Street Partnership — an organization dedicated to electing Republicans to all levels of government — began her career in the office of former Republican Rep. Amory Houghton Jr. in Corning, N.Y. In 1998, Chamberlain became the first executive director of the John Quincy Adams Society and…
Northwell Rated New York’s Most Awarded Health System by U.S. News
North Shore University Hospital (NSUH) in Manhasset led the way as New York’s No. 1 hospital, tied with three other health systems for the top honor, and recognized as a national Honor Roll Hospital, U.S. News said. NSUH, which recently celebrated its 70th anniversary, ranked in the top 51 nationally in all 10 specialties it serves, including the two top-performing categories in the health system; The hospital’s orthopedics program ranked seventh in the United States while diabetes/endocrine disorders placed 10th.
Schumer’s office calls report he told Biden to drop out ‘idle speculation’
The office of Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) on Wednesday criticized reporting from ABC News that the New York Democrat told President Joe Biden during a one-on-one meeting this weekend to drop out of the race. Schumer’s office did not explicitly deny the reporting but labeled it “idle speculation” of a private conversation. “Unless […]
Tickets available for Oak Ridge Boys at Chemung County Fair
Tickets are available for the Oak Ridge Boys Final Tour at the Chemung County Fair. The Oak Ridge Boys will take the stage on Thursday, August 1st at 7 p.m. Visit etix.com and search Chemung County Fair to purchase tickets. The Chemung County Fair will be held from July 31st...
Staying safe in an outage: how portable generators are harmful if installed incorrectly
PINE CITY, N.Y. (WENY) -- The weather from the last several days has knocked out power all across the Twin Tiers. Now, people have been turning to their portable generators for help and, most importantly, for power. However, the Pine City Volunteer Fire Department received a call yesterday, July 16,...
Finger Lakes Schools Provide Free Meals During the Summer
As the summer gets longer and students are out of school, many children and families may struggle without the Free Lunch Program that helps to keep families afloat. However, select Finger Lakes Schools have opted to provide free meals throughout the summer in a variety of locations. All of these...
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.”
Preview: Grassroots Festival of Music and Dance kicks off Thursday in Trumansburg
ITHACA, N.Y. — The 32nd annual Finger Lakes GrassRoots Festival is set to start Thursday, July 18 at the Trumansburg Fairgrounds. This year’s lineup will feature the typical wide array of folk, bluegrass, reggae, international music and more. The first performances will begin at 1 p.m. on Thursday afternoon, along with the traditional opening Thursday night performance by host band Donna the Buffalo.
Digital murals to dental clinics: Einhorn Center grants support community-based projects
Undergraduate interns with the New York State Water Resources Institute (NYSWRI) are laying the groundwork this summer for a collaborative digital mural about climate change in the Kettle Lakes Watershed. The project is one of ten community-based projects that recently received Engaged Opportunity Grants from the Einhorn Center for Community Engagement.
Part of cooling system fails at Rochester supermarket; items pulled from shelves
Part of the HVAC system at ALDI, 175 N. Winton Road, failed on Monday, and chilled and frozen items — meat, dairy, vegetables, pizza, etc. — have been pulled from coolers lining the store’s walls. The breakdown affected the system located on the store’s roof. It happened around 1 p.m. during a rainstorm...
‘Man of honor:’ Webster family raises $11K for young golfers in retired jail deputy’s memory
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) – Giving back in the wake of tragedy is the mission of a local family, after the passing of their beloved father, grandfather, and partner. Retired Monroe County jail deputy Thomas Doherty died in a crash in January. Along with his love for family, friends, and serving the community, Doherty shared a […]
Good Cause Eviction advocates speak out in Rochester
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Housing advocates joined city leaders in Rochester Wednesday to advocate for the passage of strong Good Cause Eviction legislation. If enacted here in Rochester, advocates say it would protect renters from rate hikes, unfair evictions, and help to guarantee lease renewals to renters who pay rent on time. One Rochester mother […]
Richie Evans Remembered 61 set for Utica-Rome Speedway Thursday night
Richie Evans won 518 feature races during during his 20 year modified racing career from 1965 to 1985. This Rome racer is considered the greatest pavement modified driver of all time. Evans also won thirty track championships at eleven different asphalt speedways, including four at his then-paved hometown track at...
We are quiet and comfortable behind yesterday’s cold front
Elmira, N.Y. (WETM)- A day of relief from the heat behind yesterday’s cold front is in store for today! How long do conditions last? Details below:. High pressure begins to push in from the midwest, and we are mostly sunny throughout the morning and afternoon. As cooler and drier air filters in from the NW behind our cold front, temperatures are cooler and comfortable, only topping off in the upper 70s.
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