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Major Funding Boost for Water Infrastructure: Westfield and 29 Other Communities Benefit
(WNY News Now) – New York – New York’s water infrastructure received a significant boost as the New York State Environmental Facilities Corporation (EFC) Board of Directors approved $265 million in financial assistance for critical water infrastructure projects across the state. This includes $30 million in federal Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) grants for lead service line inventories in 30 communities, including the Village of Westfield.
NJ trails legal cannabis states when it comes to this missing piece
TRENTON — Over two years since recreational use sales launched, New Jersey is nearly alone as a state to legalize marijuana while not allowing any home cultivation, in any case. As of August 2024, there were 24 states that have legalized recreational cannabis. Personal cultivation was also allowed in...
Warning: ‘Do Not Touch’ These Venomous New York Caterpillars
An eagle-eyed Hudson Valley hiker recently spotted one of the coolest caterpillars in New York State... then came the warnings. Caterpillars can be a touchy subject in New York. From the spongy moth caterpillar catastrophe earlier in the summer to the fickle weather predictions of the woolly bear caterpillar, these little insects can cause quite a fuss. Some, however, can be dangerous.
Facing natural disasters, more lawmakers look to make oil companies pay for the damage
Vermont is the first state trying a new approach to climate policy: charging fossil fuel companies money to cover the damages caused by natural disasters worsened by climate change. Other states could be close behind. New York lawmakers passed their own measure in June, though it’s unclear if Democratic Gov. Kathy Hochul will sign the […]
Officials urge vaccination for mosquito-borne virus in some NY regions
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) – The State Agriculture Department is urging horse owners to vaccinate their horses against Eastern Equine Encephalitis and West Nile Virus as cases are being seen throughout several areas in New York State. There is no cure for EEE or WNV which can be fatal for unvaccinated horses. So far this year, […]
'It wouldn't be fair': Controversy brewing over New York State equal rights amendment
AMHERST, NY (WKBW) — Controversy is brewing over an amendment to the New York State’s constitution that will be on your ballot this November. The state constitution currently bans discrimination based on race, color, creed, or religion. The Equal Rights amendment known as, Proposition One, would expand that to more than a dozen other types of discrimination, including age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression.
Emergency Declaration Issued For More Counties In New York State
New York State issued another "Disaster Emergency." Over the weekend, New York Gov. Kathy Hochul today signed an executive order declaring a "Disaster Emergency" for Suffolk County, New York. "Disaster Emergency" On Long Island, New York. The "Disaster Emergency" comes after "record rainfall" fell on the Long Island County on...
155th Travers Stakes breaks all-sources handle record for New York Racing Association
Travers Day brought more than 47,000 racing fans to the track according to the New York Racing Association. Saturday’s “Mid-Summer Derby” drew passionate racing fans to Saratoga Race Course who were eager to see history made. Saratoga Race Course’s gates opened at 9 a.m. for 14 races...
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...
Entrepreneurial Spirits Inspire Niagara University Alums to Open Brewery
Their entrepreneurial spirits and complementary skill sets inspired Brian, ’17, and Maria (Croft) Bremer, ’17, to launch a business in their hometown of Newark, N.Y. Their brewery, Runaway Blue, will celebrate its second anniversary in November. Both Brian and Maria, who were high-school sweethearts, enrolled in Niagara University’s...
New York State Resident Reports “Cylindrical Shaped” Hovering Object
A New York state resident reported seeing what they first thought was a police helicopter hovering near the ground. However, as the witness continued to look on they noticed something very odd about this encounter. What exactly was this person from Watervliet seeing here? Is this some sort of thing...
Now leasing: The Edmond, new apartment complex in old Gannett Building in Rochester
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Now leasing in Rochester, The Edmond! It’s the new name for the former Gannett Building. There are 94 one and two-bedroom lofts, along with commercial space, following an extensive project that started over two years ago. The Democrat & Chronicle left about 10 years ago. “This building is actually a conglomeration […]
Teen driver of fatal Rochester crash arrested in Erie County
ROCHESTER, N.Y. — The seventeen-year old-driver of a stolen car in a police chase in Rochester was arrested three weeks ago in Erie County. The chase ended with a car crash, killing 92-year-old Thomas Chase of Brighton. Rochester Police Chief David Smith said that the seventeen-year-old driver is a...
Father of woman killed in Maplewood Park mass shooting offering reward for arrest
Rochester, N.Y. (WHAM) — The father of Phylicia Council, one of the women killed in the Maplewood Park mass shooting, is looking to help in the search for his daughter's killer. BACKGROUND:One dead, six injured in mass shooting at Maplewood Park | Second victim dies after Maplewood Park mass...
Crews respond to 3-alarm fire at Sunnking building in Brockport
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) – Fire crews in Brockport were called to a reported fire at Sunnking Sustainable Solutions in the village Monday evening. Note: this building is connected with the Lineage warehouse, where the alarm pinged from. This sparked initial confusion for crews on scene. When News 8 arrived at the scene on Owens Road around 6 […]
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