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Sunrise Smart Start: Greece official charged, Geneseo airshow
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Stay up to date on the latest headlines in today’s Sunrise Smart Start for Wednesday, July 3, 2024. Weather Forecast: Rochester nears 90° for the fifth time this year Skies start cloudy this morning and that has allowed temperatures to start warm. We are holding in the lower 70s and upper […]
Geneseo Air Show takes to the skies this summer
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Prepare to look to the skies as the National Warplane Museum’s Airshow takes flight over Geneseo! The highlight of this year’s air show includes the return of the F22 Demo Team, but there are also performances utilizing bombers, heavys, fighter planes, trainers, and even aircraft from World War 2. The sky […]
New pickleball court opens in Nunda
ROCHESTER, N.Y. — There’s a new pickleball court in Livingston County. The Town of Nunda partnered with the local Kiwanis Club to build the new court at Kiwanis Park. The court is paid for by American rescue plan funds and it’s open now. Pickleball, which is among...
It’s almost apple season: Under two months away from their harvest!
WILLIAMSON, N.Y. (WROC) — Yesterday, we welcomed in the month of July with absolutely gorgeous weather and below average temperatures. This was a really nice way to welcome in the month, especially after the extreme warmth and several rounds of severe weather we experienced in the month of June. Now, some farmers’ concerns grew for […]
Federal ‘Summer EBT’ program rolls out in NYS for school-aged children, gets backing of Queens assemblymember
Sign up for our QNS email newsletter to get news, updates, and local insights delivered straight to your inbox!. For some school-aged children, the end of the school year also marks the end of regular free meals, which can heighten existing food insecurities. Luckily for students across the five boroughs,...
Two Olean-Based Organizations Receive State Grants
OLEAN, NY — The state has awarded more than $40 million in capital grants to support critical capital and infrastructure needs at 118 nonprofit organizations serving New York families. Two Olean-based organizations are among the recipients.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Directions in Independent Living Inc. will receive $85,807, and the Southern Tier Health Care System Inc. will receive $185,730. “This round of funding will help organizations across our state continue to deliver critical services to the New Yorkers who need them – including veterans and families,” Gov. Kathy Hochul said. “From transformative renovations to service facilities to...
Four state parks in Lower Hudson Valley waive pool fees for rest of summer. What to know
Swimming pools at state parks throughout New York — including four in the Lower Hudson Valley — will have entry fees waived for the rest of the summer, Gov. Kathy Hochul announced Tuesday. The four locations in the Lower Hudson Valley are FDR State Park Pool in Yorktown, High Tor State Park Pool...
Tornado Believed To Have Touched Western New York
Ahead of the weekend, there were early warnings of a possible chance of tornado to touch down in Western New York. Chances were slim because Buffalo, New York typically has a low likelihood of being impacted by tornadoes, according to Risk Factor. However, one woman in Western New York believes...
Mountain Lion Reportedly Dangerously Close To Upstate New York
A number of reported mountain lions have been spotted just outside the Hudson Valley. The wild animal was reported in New Jersey, in a county that borders Orange County. Mountain Lion Reported Near Orange County, New York. A mountain lion was reportedly seen in Sussex County, New Jersey. A listener...
NYSP charges seven CBP union leaders in alleged scheme including three from NNY
PLATTSBURGH, N.Y. (WWTI) – New York State Police have arrested seven current and former U.S. Customs and Border Protection Officers involved in an alleged Grand Larceny scheme. This includes three people from the Northern New York area. The following individuals arrested were executive board members of the National Treasury...
A blow to safety net providers
New York’s takeover of the Medicaid prescription-drug program saves the state hundreds of millions of dollars a year. However, it has stripped area safety net hospitals and clinics of big savings from drug company discounts. Since implementing its takeover of the Medicaid prescription drug program last year, the state...
See the 25 Upstate NY school districts with the highest per pupil spending
The Long Lake Central School District in Hamilton County had the highest per pupil spending among Upstate New York school districts during the 2022-2023 school year, according to state data. The district spent $69,880 per student for the year. No. 2 on the list was the Tuxedo Union Free School...
These N.Y. students can get paid to do community service work
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Gov. Kathy Hochul announced today that the Empire State Service Corps Program application has officially opened. The program, which will establish 500 new “service positions will be created across SUNY’s colleges and universities,” was financed by $2.75 million from the Fiscal Year 2025 enacted budget, a written statement detailed.
Another Hudson Valley, NY Manufacturing Plant Closing; 81 Layoffs
Another 81 New York workers will be laid off this Fall when a Hudson Valley manufacturing plant is officially acquired by another company and moves out of state. It's a news story that seems all too familiar in the Hudson Valley. Since February, hundreds of Hudson Valley factory workers have been laid off in a series of announcements about the mergers, closings or downsizing of businesses operating in New York State.
Sound Bites: CT attorney general to investigate Capulet Fest
Good morning. The alternative music festival Capulet Fest was abruptly canceled on its third day of operation on Sunday. This is following the sudden venue change from Thompson to Hartford. Of the fest’s original 55-act lineup, only 24 were able to play before the Sunday closure. According to the...
Important Tips To Travel Safely This 4th of July In New York
Over 60 million people are expected to hit the roads over the next few days. New York State Police says know these tips to keep you and your family safe. New York State Police want to remind all families to prioritize safety on the road as New Yorkers gear up to celebrate the 4th of July.
City Reminds Residents That Fireworks Are Illegal in NYS
The City urged people to celebrate safely and legally by attending fireworks shows at locations with proper approval for launching fireworks. A press release from the Mayor’s office said that fireworks, firecrackers, and bottle rockets are not only illegal but also a significant nuisance. The City has received numerous complaints at both City Council meetings and the Mayor’s office. The City requires that all residents respect their neighbors and the law by not using personal fireworks.
Outdated Law Under Fire: Push to End Subminimum Wage In New York
As unfathomable and infuriating as this is, are you aware that there is an actual law that allows individuals with disabilities to be underpaid by their employers?. So many companies claim to be against discrimination in the workplace but speaking against it and putting action where words are are two very different things.
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