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NYers Urged To Protect Themselves From Life-Threatening Mosquito-Borne Illnesses: Hochul
In an announcement on Friday, Aug. 30, Hochul said those who venture outside during the holiday weekend should do so while taking steps to prevent mosquito bites, as cases of diseases caused by the pesky bugs are on the rise. "We want people to get outside this Labor Day weekend...
‘A 5-alarm fire’: Overdose Awareness Day prompts pleas for action as someone dies every 3 hours in NYC
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — In connection with International Overdose Awareness Day on Saturday, Aug. 31, advocacy groups are calling on Gov. Kathy Hochul to increase access to resources, funding and other support for emergency efforts to save people poisoned by fentanyl and other opioids. District Attorney Michael E. McMahon,...
Health Care In New York State Among Worst In America, New Study
Potentially thanks to many hospitals with failing or near failing grades for patient safety, New York State ranks among the worst in the nation for healthcare. Did you know that the average American spends around $13,500 per year on health care?. That's according to the most recent estimate from the...
Former Ted Clark’s Busy Market now sold
WAVERLY, N.Y. (WETM) — The former Ted Clark’s Busy Market sold after about four months on the market. Associate Real Estate Broker David Huckle of Pyramid Brokerage Company announced on Friday evening that the former family-run grocery store is off the market. The buyer purchased the 12,100-square-foot property, which is located at 118 Broad St. […]
David Pollack Declares One Team Already 'Punched A Ticket' To College Football Playoff
Former ESPN analyst David Pollack took to social media on Saturday to share a few comments on the full slate of college football. Pollack was active during Notre Dame's victory over the Texas A&M Aggies. The No. 7 Fighting Irish marched into No. 20 Texas A&M and secured a big-time ...
Irondequoit Arts & Music Festival returns for 2nd year
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — The Irondequoit Arts & Music Festival returned to I-Square Saturday for its second year in a row, this time, with a new addition. The festival itself was scheduled to run until 8 p.m., with dozens of arts and craft vendors and live music performances onstage. Things kicked off at 11 a.m. […]
On Tap: Latitude 42 Taphouse Opening in Horseheads
HORSEHEADS, N.Y. (WENY) -- There is some excitement brewing with a new family-owned taphouse officially opening on Sunday, September 1. Latitude 42 is located on Old Ithaca Road, and its name is based on the spot's geographical coordinates. The taphouse came to fruition rather quickly, and the owners are thrilled...
Locally shot movie Death Certificate premieres
Rochester is rolling out the red carpet for the premiere of a movie shot right here in the City. Actor Kenneth "Skrill" Paige, a Rochester native, joins ARC Rochester to tell us about "Death Certificate." "Death Certificate" tells the story of two brothers. One is murdered, and the other (Paige)...
Patrick Emerling scores impressive Whelen Modified Tour victory at Oswego
Patrick Emerling is driving for a new modified team for 2024, but his new group seems to be hitting it’s stride after scoring an impressive victory in Saturday night’s 150-lap, NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour main event at the Oswego Speedway. The victor grabbed a mid-race lead in the...
Volleyball Drops A Pair To Oswego And William Smith
Geneva, NY- The Knights dropped two tough games on Saturday, losing 3-0 to Oswego and 3-0 to tournament host William Smith College. They now sit at 0-3 on the season. Geneseo came out strong against Oswego, going point for point through all three sets. The Knights notched 12 kills in the first set, hitting a .360.
What was the attendance for Fran Brown’s first game as Syracuse football coach?
Syracuse, N.Y. — Syracuse University fell just over 5,000 fans short of a sellout for Fran Brown’s first game as football coach, announcing an attendance of 37,225 for the Orange’s opener against Ohio on Saturday,. The announced attendance is the most for a new Syracuse coach in...
Trenca Wins ESS Feature at Fulton
FULTON, N.Y. (August 31, 2024) — Joe Trenca won the Empire Super Sprints feature Saturday at Fulton Speedway. John Smith IV, Jason Barney from 14th starting position, Billy VanInwegen Jr, and Matt Tanner rounded out the top five. Empire Super Sprints. Fulton Speedway. Fulton, New York. Heat Race #1.
Kyle McCord shines, but a glaring problem shows itself in Syracuse’s win vs. Ohio (Axe’s quick takes)
Syracuse, N.Y. — The Fran Brown era got underway with a sparkling debut performance from its transfer quarterback from Ohio State but also some seriously raised eyebrows over a specific defensive unit. Here’s some quick takes on SU’s 38-22 win over Ohio at the JMA Wireless Dome on Saturday...
Women’s Tennis Opens Season with Two Big Road Wins
OSWEGO, NY – The SUNY Oswego women's tennis team opened their season on the road against the Alfred University Saxons on Friday. The Lakers took down the Empire 8 foe by a score of 6-1. Today, the Lakers visited Houghton University and defeated the Highlanders by a deficit of 7-0. THE BASICS.
Women’s Volleyball Bounces Back with Two Wins on Saturday at William Smith Tournament
25-20, 25-20, 30-28 Location: Geneva, NY Bristol Gym. The Lakers came out hot to start the first set with plays by McReynolds and Simplicio, the Lakers quickly found themselves up 4-0 on Clark University. The Cougars were able to pick up the slack and knotted the score at 12 apiece midway through the first set. Both teams refused to go away with each team answering each other's respective runs, the Cougars and Lakers found themselves knotted up at 17s. The Lakers, sparked by Emily Zeisler and Grace Gdovin would go on a 8-3 run to take the first set 25-20.
Utica Imam Caught on Video Telling Students to “Take Out” Columbia Professor
An imam who is a Resident Scholar at Utica Masjid, a mosque located on Kemble Street in Utica, was discovered during an online strategy video for the upcoming school year, telling student groups to "take out" a controversial pro-Israel professor at Columbia University. While "imam Tom" Macchine was not specifically...
Professor of Medicine Says Death Appears to Be Reversible
A near-death experience expert insists that one's heart stopping doesn't have to be the end, with current medical interventions that can help patients cheat death. In an interview with The Telegraph, associate professor of medicine at New York University's Langone Medical Center Sam Parnia insisted that by and large, the medical industry is still very behind on the concepts of death and dying.
Women's Soccer Open's Season with Non-Conference Win Over Wilkes
WILKES BARRE, PA – The Oswego State Women's Soccer team took on the Wilkes University Colonels for their first game of the 2024 season. The Lakers took the lead early and never looked back securing their first win of the season on the road. THE BASICS. Final Score:. Oswego...
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