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What’s Happening over the Weekend? August 30 – September 1
Here’s what is happening in the North Country over the Weekend… Friday, August 30 Event Where When NYS Fair NYS Fairgrounds, Syracuse All Day Farmers Market Canton 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Farmers Market Alexandria Bay 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Art Exhibition Thousand Islands Arts Center 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Farmers Market Chaumont […]
Local park to receive over $1M for new accessible pool, splashpad, and playground
ROCHESTER, N.Y. — A new grant is helping expand public access to swimming in underserved communities across New York State. Governor Hochul announced nearly $150 million in capital grants have been awarded to fund 37 projects. It includes over $1 million going toward the City of Rochester’s Lightfoot Park Master Plan.
IPD investigating burglary, assault in separate incidents
ITHACA, NY (CortacaToday) — Two investigations are underway by the Ithaca Police Department. Police say two college-aged men were attacked early Thursday morning on Dryden Road by two or three men. The primary alleged attacker wore a white bandana and a black shirt with the words ‘eight against hate.’ The injuries are not life threatening.
The September 2024 WellNYS Challenge: Learn the art of journaling
The Employee Assistance Program’s WellNYS Everyday site has published its Daily To-Do calendar for September 2024, which encourages employees to embrace the art of journaling as a path to empowerment and self-care. The EAP offers different ways to make writing down thoughts part of employees’ daily routine, including taking...
Gas Station Owner Ordered to Pay More Than $1 Million in Back Wages, Damages
The U.S. Department of Labor has obtained a federal court judgment requiring 15 gas stations—incorporated under individual company names, operating under brands including bp, Mobil and Sunoco in Bronx, Nassau and Suffolk counties in New York—and their owner and president to pay more than $1 million in back wages and liquidated damages to more than 100 current and former employees in response to a federal investigation.
‘Ultra’ Cheap Airline Offering $19 Flights From New York State
A very cheap airline is adding new flights from New York to Florida and other hotspots for just $19. Frontier Airlines on Tuesday announced 11 new routes across 15 airports will start this fall. Frontier Airlines Announces 11 New Routes Across 15 Airports Launching This Fall. "Ultra-low fare carrier" Frontier...
New Army Corps Vessel Upgrades Operations, Maintenance in Upstate New York
The Albany Field Office of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ New York District ─ located in Troy, New York, on the Hudson River 150 miles north of New York City ─ recently took delivery of a new 45’ x 15’ tow boat that will significantly improve operations and maintenance activities and remove hazards to navigation on the Hudson River and adjacent upstate New York waterways.
Democrat Paula Collins campaigns in North Country in bid to unseat Elise Stefanik
PLATTSBURGH, N.Y. (WCAX) - Voters in New York’s 21st district will decide in just over two months who will represent them in Congress for the next two years. Incumbent Republican Congresswoman Elise Stefanik will face off against attorney Paula Collins, a Democrat, for the seat. Collins visited Plattsburgh this...
Ithaca Volleyball Looking to Take Next Step on the National Stage
ITHACA, N.Y. – The Ithaca College volleyball team, winners of back-to-back Liberty League Championships, is set to return to the court on Friday, kicking off the 2024 campaign at the Springfield College Invitational. The Bombers enter the season with a blend of veteran talent and newcomers, aiming to steadily improve and peak during postseason play.
Woman from Savannah killed in crash in Cayuga County
Montezuma, N.Y. (WHAM) — A woman from Wayne County was killed in Montezuma when her car left the road and crashed into a tree on Monday evening. State police from Auburn responded to an accident report on Fuller Road around 10pm. Troopers learned that Alicia R. Farr, 50, of Savannah was driving north when her vehicle left the road and crashed into a tree.
Cornell Engineering ranked among nation’s best for women in STEM
In a newly released Washington Monthly ranking of America’s Best and Worst Colleges for Women in STEM, Cornell Engineering departments are listed among the country’s 10 best in every “engineering” category, taking the top spot in electrical engineering and second in chemical engineering. The publication compared...
Local resident donates late husband’s Navy uniforms to Sampson Naval Training Center
U.S.S. LST-579 SHIP’S COOK SECOND CLASS. Charles was born in Sayre and grew up on Elmer Avenue. He was the son of Earl and Margaret Wolcott. Charles had siblings, in no particular order, Lehman, Clifford (Buck), Larry, Woodrow, Hilda, Beverly and Virginia. Charles left school early and joined the...
SUNY Cortland president details historic first-year student numbers
SUNY Cortland president Erik Bitterbaum detailed historic numbers for the university’s new academic year. At SUNY Cortland’s fall opening meeting last week, Bitterbaum said that the university welcomed a record 1,422 first-year students – which is the most ever in SUNY Cortland’s history. The historic count comes along with 438 new transfers.
Village of McGraw to Host First Ever 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony
The Village of McGraw will host their first ever 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony this year, McGraw Mayor Joe Nauseef has announced. The ceremony will be held at 6:30pm at the Village Green. This year’s ceremony will pay tribute to New York State Trooper Steven Bilodeau who was a long time resident of McGraw.
Fire breaks out in Candor
A fire broke out on Owego Road in Candor on Wednesday evening. According to WBNG-TV, the fire occurred at the former Relyea’s Towing Building in Candor. The call came in at 6:43 p.m. on Wednesday with firefighters from Candor, Campville and Owego responding to the scene. A portion of...
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