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District committed to 'distraction-free environment'
SCHOHARIE, N.Y. (WRGB) — CBS 6 is taking a look at the bold action taken by a local school district, as Governor Kathy Hochul works to find a way to combat the negative impact these devices have on kids. Schoharie Central School District Superintendent Dave Blanchard was a school...
Jervis Public Library announces next week's events
ROME — Jervis Public Library in Rome announced their upcoming daily events schedule for next week. Monday, July 22: 10 a.m. Tai Chi class; 2:30 p.m. Nature Vibes for teens; 6 p.m. The World’s Most Awkward Library Program; 6 p.m. Beginner Ukulele Circle; 6:30 p.m. Advanced Ukulele Circle.
RFA Class of 1969 to gather for 55-year reunion
ROME — Members of the Rome Free Academy Class of 1969 will gather to celebrate their 55-year reunion Aug. 9-11. On Friday, Aug. 9, class members are invited to attend a golf outing with Joey Surace. For details and to register, call Surace at 315-525-0925.
‘Hamilton’ musical returning to Syracuse: Don’t throw away your shot
Don’t throw away your shot to see one of the biggest musicals of the 21st century. “Hamilton” is returning to Syracuse in fall 2025 as an add-on to the M&T Bank Broadway in Syracuse’s 2025-2026 season, Famous Artists announced Tuesday. The Tony-winning smash will be staged at the Landmark Theatre in Syracuse.
Water Safari Resort offers hiring bonus now and throughout summer
Water Safari Resort in Old Forge is still hiring for the 2024 summer season and will continue to hire throughout the summer at the Enchanted Forest Water Safari, Calypso’s Cove, Old Forge Camping Resort, and Water's Edge Inn. Positions are available across many departments with wider focus areas being Water Ride Operators, Lifeguards, Food Service, Admissions/Ticket Takers and Park Photographers. Additional specialty positions are available such as Flower/Garden Attendant, EMTs, Security Guards and more.
Rangers respond to Lowville flooding, lost/injured hikers; recover body of overturned Hudson River kayaker
Wilderness Rescue: On July 9, at 6 p.m., Forest Ranger Milano responded to a call for a 14-year-old hiker from Massachusetts suffering from heat exhaustion at OK Slip Falls. The subject’s group leader attempted to cool him down, but he was still hot and having an anxiety attack. Ranger Milano worked with Indian Lake Fire Department to treat the subject, calm and cool him down, and then walked him out to an awaiting ambulance. Resources were clear at 9 p.m.
1,000+ Lewis County Residents Eligible for SNAP Benefits to Replace Lost Food Supplies After Recent Flooding and Power Outages
Lewis County residents affected by recent flooding and power outages can apply for SNAP replacement benefits to compensate for lost food by reporting losses before July 19. SNAP Benefits Available for Lewis County Residents Affected by Recent Flooding and Outages According to the report of Informnny, Lewis County residents who faced flooding and power outages […]
He was beating the Syracuse streets. Then a car came out of nowhere
Syracuse, N.Y. — Life was looking up for Shane Jackson. He had a new smile, and after years without a home, he had his own apartment on West Court Street. Jackson was on that street when he was hit by a vehicle and killed July 5. John Tumino, president...
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