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Hochul to Appear in Dunkirk for Announcement Regarding Wells Enterprises
Governor Kathy Hochul will be making a stop in Dunkirk on Tuesday for an "economic development announcement." While her office has not revealed any further information regarding the announcement, Chautauqua County Executive P.J. Wendel, who was a guest on WDOE's "Viewpoint" program on Monday, confirmed that her event will be in regard to Wells Enterprises. Hochul's announcement is scheduled to begin at 1:00 PM at the Armory. WDOE News will have coverage.
Cannabis Dispensary Aiming For August Open in Jamestown
A new cannabis dispensary is hoping to be open in downtown Jamestown by the end of August. Patient’s Pharmacy Chief Operating Officer Tim Scoma said the business was approved for its Adult Use Retail Dispensary license from the State Cannabis Control Board on July 10, “I still need to get my inspection done. I still need to get my product on the shelf. I still need to get some things set up when it comes to our POS (Point of Sale) system. I’m hoping by mid-August, but hopefully no later than September 1 I’d like to be open to the public.. have our doors open ready to go. There’s a few services we’ll be offering down the line, but right off the bat we’re just going to have in-store pick-up.”
NY weather update: The current flood advisory will be expiring at 12:30 a.m.
The advisory was for Rensselaer County. "The Flood Advisory will expire at 12:30 a.m. early this morning for a portion of east central New York, including the following area, Rensselaer. The heavy rain has ended. Flooding is no longer expected to pose a threat," says the National Weather Service. Your...
Help Needed: Upstate New York Camper Is Missing, But ‘Do Not Approach’
An elderly man disappeared while camping in Upstate New York. Help is needed to find him, but officials say "do not approach" him. The New York State DEC needs help finding a man who went missing while camping in Upstate New York. Upstate New York Man Goes Missing In Warren...
Terrible Humidity Returns To New York As Next Heat Wave Nears
The humidity is returning to New York State and could bring more severe weather and a fourth heatwave. In early July, New York State was in the top 5 percent of most humid places on the planet. The humidity on July 10 in New York was worse than in Florida...
Hank Williams Jr. coming to Upstate NY: When, where, how much are tickets?
Country music star Hank Williams Jr. is celebrating the 45th anniversary of his 1979 album and song, “Family Tradition,” with a 2024 tour that includes three stops in Upstate New York. The Country Music Hall of Famer will perform first at the Bethel Woods Center of the Arts...
New York Announces $15 Million Funding Boost for Suicide Prevention Among Underserved Youth
A new initiative in New York has announced $15 million in conditional awards over five years to help community-based service providers develop programs aimed at reducing suicide risk among youth from historically underserved populations. Managed by the Office of Mental Health through the Connecting Youth to Mental Health Supports program, the initiative focuses on racial and ethnic minorities and LGBTQ+ groups, including those in rural areas.
Beloved New York Retail Store Address Massive Closing Rumors
A very popular store with many locations in New York State is addressing its closing rumors. In late June, Bob's Stores announced a " Going-Out-of-Business Sale." Bob's Stores announced that the company was closing all of its locations after over 70 years in business. "Despite making swift and aggressive changes...
Governor Hochul, Mayor Adams, and NYC Comptroller Lander Announce $500 Million for Affordable Housing
Agreement Designates Monies From the Battery Park City Authority’s Joint Purpose Fund To Be Spent for Affordable Housing. Builds on Commitment to Address New York’s Housing Crisis by Increasing Housing Stock With Safer, More Affordable, Quality Homes, Reducing Housing Cost Statewide. (WNY News Now) – Governor Kathy Hochul,...
Warning, New Scam Targets New Yorkers and Unpaid Tolls
Have you received a strange text alleging that you have an unpaid toll? You're not alone. Hudson Valley Residents Receive Strange Toll Text Message. Over the last few days, we have noticed several Hudson Valley residents sharing photos of a random text message allegedly from "Tolls By NY." The text message alleges that the recipient owes a balance for an unpaid toll.
The Most Deadly Prison Riot In America Happened In New York
New York State has the notorious distinction of being the home of the deadliest prison riot in U.S. history. The 53rd anniversary of the tragedy is coming up in about a month and a half. The Attica Prison Riot, also known as the Attica Prison Rebellion, began on September 9, and ended on September 13, 1971, at the Attica Correctional Facility in Attica, New York. Attica is located at 639 Exchange Street in Wyoming County.
New York State Home Improvement Program Supports Low-Income Homeowners
The Targeted Home Improvement Program (T-HIP) is overseen by the New York State Department of Homes and Community Renewal (HCR) and it aims to provide support to low- and moderate-income homeowners in economically disadvantaged areas. The T-HIP program targets regions with a history of housing discrimination and segregated living patterns,...
Central New York granted more than $600K to boost climate resilience and reduce emissions
Four municipalities in Central New York have been awarded over $600,000 to support climate change adaptation and greenhouse gas mitigation projects. More than $7.3 million in funding to municipalities across the state was announced by Gov. Kathy Hochul Tuesday as part of New York State's Climate Smart Communities grant program.
News/Media Alliance Joins Brief in Support of Transparency of Police Records Under New York’s Freedom of Information Law
On July 3rd, the News/Media Alliance joined an amicus brief in the Court of Appeals of New York in support of the release of complaint records against the Rochester Police Department (RPD). As part of a statewide police transparency campaign, the New York Civil Liberties Union (NYCLU) submitted requests to the RPD and 11 other state police departments for public records under New York’s Freedom of Information Law (FOIL). The RPD ignored the NYCLU’s request, which asked for the disclosure of public records specifically authorized to be released following the June 2020 repeal of Section 50-a, a part of the New York civil rights code used to make police personnel records—including police complaints and claims of misconduct—confidential. The NYCLU filed a lawsuit under FOIL for RPD’s failure to provide any of the requested records. In response the RPD produced some documents, while still withholding pre-June 2020 documents, arguing that the repeal of 50-a does not apply retroactively and that releasing complaints that did not result in discipline would be a violation of privacy. The trial court agreed with the RPD, however the Appellate Division Fourth Department reversed and required RPD to disclose unsubstantiated records and records pre-dating June 2020.
Your Stories Q&A: Can businesses refuse to take cash?
SYRACUSE, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — You ask, we answer! Viewer Question: Can businesses/venues legally refuse to accept cash? Since the pandemic, more businesses, sporting and concert venues are going cashless. It must be a popular question, because the Federal Reserve addressed the question on its website under the FAQ section: “There is no federal statute mandating […]
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