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TAKE 5 ticket worth over $11k sold in Rochester
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Rochester is one of three cities in New York that saw TAKE 5 winners! According to the New York State Lottery, a prize-winning ticket worth over $11,567 was purchased at the Wegmans store on Chili Avenue. Other tickets that were purchased includde the Discount Zone Inc. on Utica Avenue in Brooklyn […]
Parents, kids can now be charged for using Orbeez guns in Elmira
ELMIRA, N.Y. (WETM) – In a unanimous 5-0 vote Monday night, the Elmira City Council approved a revised law that toughens penalties for shooting “Orbeez” style pellet guns in public. Toy guns that shoot beads filled with water and gel have grown in popularity. A social media challenge where users record videos of random people […]
Pet owners: Free rabies clinic coming to Wellsville on August 3, cats and dogs only
The free clinic is for NYS Residents only, registration required. Keep your loved ones safe from rabies infection! Mark your calendar for this “drive-thru” clinic hosted by the towns of Willing, Andover, Independence, Wellsville, and the Allegany County Department of Health. Please bring a copy of current rabies...
Pennsylvania residents now eligible for summer EBT program
(WTAJ) — Attention all Pennsylvania residents! The Summer EBT/SUN Bucks children’s nutrition program is open for applications. Summer EBT/SUN Bucks provides low-income families with money to feed their school-aged children during the summer. Applications are now open. Qualifying families with children enrolled in free or reduced school meal programs will receive assistance to purchase food […]
Rochester airport sees influx of travelers ahead of Fourth of July
ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Holiday travel is in full swing at the Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester International Airport on Wednesday morning, the day before the Fourth of July. The TSA predicts record travel for the Fourth of July. Nearly two dozen flights are scheduled to leave by noon. Mark Gruba, communications specialist for AAA, spoke about why this Fourth of July could break travel records.
Ithaca’s Jenna Plue reflects on stellar season at Corning CC
Since the turn of the century, the Corning Community College softball team has cemented itself as one of the top junior college teams in the entire nation. This past season, their standout player hailed from Ithaca. Jenna Plue wrapped up her lone campaign with the Red Barons in late May,...
Miss Sweet Potato Pie opens new space in the Marketplace Mall
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) – After 25-years of helping kids smile in Rochester, Miss Sweet Potato Pie made a new home in the Marketplace Mall. Miss Sweet Potato Pie World held its grand opening at the mall Monday. The black-owned business acts as an event space. Owners say it is similar to Chuck-E-Cheese. Kids were able […]
Fireworks to light up Canandaigua again, but not on July Fourth. When to see them
CANANDAIGUA, NY — Fireworks will be returning this summer to Canandaigua, although not on the Fourth of July holiday. The city and town of Canandaigua are partnering to bring back a fireworks display, which will be held at dusk Saturday, July 6. As in the past, the fireworks will be shot into the summer night sky at the north end of the lake, off Kershaw Park. ...
News10NBC Investigates: Despite paying on time and calling in meter reads, Penfield man hit with $12K RG&E bill
PENFIELD, N.Y. – A Penfield man who has been paying his RG&E bill on time every month was shocked when he opened up his June bill to find a balance of more than $12,000. For more than a year, News10NBC Investigative Reporter Jennifer Lewke has helped to straighten out RG&E billing issues for more than 100 customers, saving them thousands of dollars.
Melania Trump looks downcast as Jill Biden celebrates another Vogue cover years after ex-First Lady snubbed by magazine
FIRST Lady Jill Biden has stunned fans with a new Vogue cover years after Melania Trump was snubbed by the iconic magazine. The former first lady wore dark colors as she arrived at Trump Tower in New York City on Sunday in anticipation of her Log Cabin Republicans fundraiser. Melania, 54, wore a navy blue […]
Dazzling array of fireworks shows planned for Fourth of July
This Fourth of July, revelers have multiple options for enjoying fireworks displays. Corning's Gaffer District, Watkins Glen's "Fireworks on the Water," and Hammondsport's Fireman's Carnival are all hosting events on Thursday, with an additional show at Taughannock Falls on Friday.
Corning Red Sox’s Hess takes a trip down memory lane
CORNING, N.Y. (WETM) – Monday was a day of legendary stories in Corning baseball history. At the center of the discussion was former Corning Red Sox player, Gary Hess, who visited the Corning Historical Society for a special purpose. Last week, the CHS unveiled a brand new exhibit in honor of the rich history of […]
List of Fourth of July activities in the Rochester area
Fourth of July activities are back in many communities across the Rochester area this year, including family-friendly events, races, fireworks and much more. The Broad Street Bridge & Court Street Bridge will be closed to vehicular traffic for pedestrian viewing. Launch time: 10 p.m. Duration: 15-20 minutes. Free Parking: Sister...
Lower East Side rental opens lottery for 196 affordable apartments, from $454/month
Rendering courtesy of NYC Department of Housing Preservation and Development. A housing lottery launched this week for 196 affordable apartments in a new rental building on the Lower East Side. Located at 165 Broome Street, the 15-story building offers tenants new residences in one of New York City’s trendiest neighborhoods. New Yorkers earning 30, 50, 70, and 80 percent of the area median income, or between $18,480 for a single person and $154,080 for a household of seven, can apply for the units, which range from $454/month studios to $2,949/month for a three bedroom.
Granger man killed in Niles Township crash
NILES CHARTER TOWNSHIP — A 69-year-old Granger man was killed in a two-vehicle crash Tuesday evening north of the state line in Niles Charter Township, according to the Berrien County Sheriff’s Office. At approximately 8:31 p.m., first responders were dispatched to the 3000 block of S. 11th Street in Niles Charter Township following reports of […] The post Granger man killed in Niles Township crash appeared first on Leader Publications.
Woman rescued after falling over embankment in Bradford County
ATHENS, Pa. (WETM) — A terrifying moment in Bradford County took place Tuesday morning after a woman was reported to have fallen over an embankment near a scenic overlook. According to emergency crews and the Bradford County Emergency Management, an active rescue scene took place near an overlook on Sheshequin Road just south of Athens […]
Tioga County manufacturing company to see $100M expansion project
TIOGA, Pa. (WETM) – Victaulic will expand its location in Tioga, Pennsylvania, with a $100 million expansion project supported by the Commonwealth, as announced by Governor Josh Shapiro. The Commonwealth is investing $1.5 million to support the manufacturing company in its expansion project that Governor Shapiro says will create at least 214 jobs in Tioga […]
Hornell Steamers slide past the Salamanca Lizards, great GALLERY
Steamers 14 Lizards 3, thank you to the Girl Scouts for coming to tonight’s game. From the Hornell Steamers, photos by JC’s Photography. The Hornell Steamers scored in five of six innings en route to a 14-3 victory over the Salamanca Lizards on Sunday. The Steamers improve to 12-6-1 on the season.
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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