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New York, New Jersey & Delaware sued for failing to protect endangered Atlantic sturgeon
The Hudson Riverkeeper and Delaware Riverkeeper Network filed the lawsuit, alleging the states have not obtained the necessary permits, and have allowed the endangered fish to be caught in fishing nets.
NWS confirms another tornado touched down in upstate NY
Another July 16 tornado in New York was confirmed by the National Weather Service in Binghamton, bringing the record-breaking monthly total to 20. The Weather Service survey confirmed Monday that an EF-1 tornado touched down near Lee Center in Oneida County. The twister reached an estimated peak wind of 95 mph and maximum...
DEC will let people print hunting, fishing licenses at home
N.Y. (WETM) — New York State hunters, anglers, and trappers will be able to print their sporting licenses at home staring in a couple weeks. The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) announced that the paper used for state hunting, trapping, and fishing licenses and carcass tags will change from its current special […]
Judge Denies Ex-Rep. George Santos’ Request To Dismiss Charges Against Him In Fraud Case
Federal Judge Joanna Seybert declined former Rep. George Santos’ (R-New York) request to dismiss some of the fraud charges against him. On July 19, Seybert denied Santos’ motion, ruling that he failed to meet the legal standards. Santos sought to have the charges of aggravated identity theft and...
Gov. Hochul unveils proposal to turn former prison into affordable housing units
CHELSEA, Manhattan (PIX11) — A former prison in Manhattan that has been shut down since 2012 might finally be repurposed. The Bayview Correctional Facility on West 20th Street could be converted into 124 affordable housing units, Governor Kathy Hochul announced Monday. The proposed project, titled Liberty Landing, was selected after Hochul called for proposals to […]
Meme Of Trump In A Coffin Gets New York Radio Host Fired
A former Cumulus Media air talent is saying he’s the victim of a “well organized hit job” after losing his job over a controversial meme of former President Donald Trump in a coffin. “Slick” Tom Tiberi revealed on Facebook he has been let go from Buffalo’s 97 Rock (WGRF).
Expansion Project at Cummins Jamestown Engine Plant Nears Completion
A $452 million expansion project at Cummins' Jamestown Engine Plant is nearing completion, with approximately $200 million already invested in the facility. During last Friday's 50th anniversary celebration for the facility in the Town of Busti, officials updated progress on the major upgrade as Cummins moves toward building zero-emission engines. Plant Manager Sean Hricko says the main project is a new engine block line...
Gov. Hochul celebrates Wells Enterprises' expanded $425 million investment at Dunkirk ice cream manufacturing facility
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul was in the City of Dunkirk on Tuesday to join leadership, employees and community stakeholders with Wells Enterprises in announcing a significant expansion of its state-of-the-art manufacturing facility. More from WBEN:
Shakespeare in the Park: Angelica Community Radio Presents “Henry V”
(WNY News Now) – Angelica, NY – Angelica Community Radio, Allegany County’s premier non-profit radio station, proudly announces a special outdoor performance of Shakespeare’s “Henry V” on Sunday, July 28th, at 3:00 p.m. in Angelica’s Park Circle. Shake on the Lake Theatre Company, based in Perry, NY, brings its professional touring production to Angelica. Known…
The political animal: Joe Rossi’s journey through Albany’s cannabis maze
Join NY Cannabis Insider for its next industry meetup in NYC on Aug. 13, 2024. Tickets available now. Albany is a strange city. It’s visually impressive yet nondescript. Grand 19th-century legislative chambers and tall office buildings populate a downtown that bustles during legislative sessions but can feel empty in the summer.
Harckham and Levenberg Announce $50K of Funding for Peekskill’s CHHOP in State Budget
New York State Senator Pete Harckham and Assemblymember Dana Levenberg announced today that they were able to secure $50,000 of funding in the FY2024-2025 State Budget for the nonprofit Caring for the Hungry and Homeless of Peekskill (CHHOP), which provides a number of important services to homeless residents, veterans and survivors of domestic violence in the community, as well as helping residents facing food insecurity through its food pantry.
2024 Paris Olympics: Get 2 Know MP Malo
ALLEGANY, N.Y. — There are eight people with connections to Western New York who are taking part in the 2024 Paris Olympics, and one of them is MP Malo. Here's what you need to know about the basketball referee from the region. Birthplace: Montreal, Canada. College: St. Bonaventure. Sport:...
Body found in Niagara Falls home
NIAGARA FALLS, N.Y. — Niagara Falls Police and Fire investigators are looking into a house fire after a body was found inside. Firefighters were called to a home on Orleans Avenue Tuesday just before 9 am for a report of a structure fire. When firefighters arrived, they said could...
Bradford Police Need Help Identifying UTV Driver Who Damaged Cop Car
The City of Bradford Police Department are asking the public’s help in identifying a UTV and driver that rammed the front of their police cruiser on Saturday and fled the scene. The incident happened on Cornen Street and it was determined the UTV came from the Euclid Avenue area...
Amherst Police respond to multiple fights at Old Home Days
AMHERST, N.Y. — Amherst Police say they've had to respond to several fights involving teenagers at the annual Old Home Days carnival. On July 16, just before 10pm, police say there were numerous fights between juveniles at different areas of Island Park, where the carnival is held every year. Police say the fights were over by the time officers arrived, and no arrests were made.
New York forest rangers conduct nearly 20 rescues in one week
The New York State DEC responded to more than a dozen calls for help over the course of a week, most of which were in the Adirondacks. One call for a dehydrated hiker in Keene required assistance from a New York State Police helicopter. Another call involved reports of an unresponsive hiker who had passed out in her car at the Adirondack Mountain Reserve.
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