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Anti-Cannabis Group Launches New Legal Battle Against New York’s Cannabis Industry
In a renewed effort to undermine New York’s burgeoning cannabis industry, the Cannabis Impact Prevention Coalition and the Cannabis Industry Victims Seeking Justice have taken their fight to the State Supreme Court in Albany County. Their latest lawsuit targets key state agencies, including the Cannabis Control Board (CCB), Office of Cannabis Management (OCM), Dormitory Authority, and the Department of Taxation and Finance, alleging that these entities are unlawfully using state funds to support cannabis-related programs under the Marijuana Regulation and Taxation Act (MRTA).
State Fair veterinarians shut down highly-anticipated baby goat exhibit
STATE FAIRGROUNDS, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — The highly-anticipated baby goat snuggling exhibit is leaving the New York State Fair before ever opening. The 100 baby goats were seen being carried out of the exhibit inside the Horticulture Building as a line of people waited to see them. A spokesperson for the State Fair initially confirmed to […]
New York losing longtime news radio station in deal with ESPN brand
NEW YORK — Another era has been set to end, as WCBS 880 AM news radio will halt its programming in two weeks, nearly six decades after its first broadcast. Parent company Audacy is a Philadelphia-based owner of more than 230 radio stations in the U.S. Its brands include...
Metal Found In Massive Amount Of Chicken Nuggets, Tenders Sold In New York
A very popular food company is recalling nearly 170,000 pounds of chicken nuggets and chicken tenders. Perdue Foods is recalling 167,171 pounds of frozen chicken nuggets and tenders. Perdue Voluntarily Recalls Frozen Breaded Chicken Breasts and Tenders Products for Foreign Material. The company says chicken in these packages (see photos...
Hochul: NY is providing resources to assist flood-ravaged Suffolk after storm
State emergency workers have descended on western Suffolk County to assess the damage centered around Smithtown and Stony Brook after this week’s 1,000-year storm that caused two dams to burst, flooding out the hamlets. In the meantime, community members have opened their wallets to assist storm survivors. Those include...
Possible Second Cold Front Could Bring New York’s First Frost By Labor Day
The leaves are already changing colors across Central New York, meaning the first frost is right around the corner. The Old Farmer's Almanac's prediction of the first frost of 2024 may already be outdated not even a week after issuing it. Why? Another cold front could be heading our way.
Major insurer overpaid $5 million in claims for NY retirees , audit finds
Albany, N.Y. — A major insurer for many New York state retirees improperly paid over 200 insurance claims costing over $5 million, according to an audit by the state comptroller’s office. The audit centered on evaluating insurance claims submitted by Anthem Blue Cross — formerly Empire Blue Cross...
One dead, two injured in Victor crash
An 80-year-old Connecticut man was killed and two women were injured Wednesday morning in a two-vehicle crash in Victor, Ontario County. Ontario County sheriff's deputies were called to State Route 96 at Omnitech Place in Victor around 8:15 a.m. regarding the crash. An 80-year-old man from Tolland, Connecticut drove into the intersection where his car was struck by an oncoming sport utility vehicle driven by a 33-year-old Victor woman. ...
Rochester man convicted of drug delivery resulting in death of Bradford woman
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — A Rochester man was convicted of crimes related to the death of a Bradford woman due to a fatal overdose in 2021, the McKean County District Attorney’s Office announced. Officials said Brady Pysadee was charged on June 17, 2021, after authorities were dispatched to a call of cardiac arrest at an […]
Driver killed in fiery crash on Ridge Road
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Police confirmed a driver is dead after a fiery crash on Ridge Road in Webster, according to authorities. The crash happened around 5 a.m. Investigators said the vehicle appeared to have been traveling eastbound on Ridge Rd. near Holt Road before crashing into a pole. The car ended up fully engulfed […]
Teenager seriously injured after shooting in Rochester involving stolen cars
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Two teenagers were arrested, one of whom is injured, after a shooting involving two stolen vehicles in Rochester. The Rochester Police Department said a 46-year-old man went up to a group of teens in a Kia and Hyundai in the parking lot of Norton Village Apartments. The teenagers and the two […]
RPD: Boy, 17, shot while riding in stolen car in parking lot
ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Rochester Police say a man fired shots at stolen car that was driving at him in the parking lot of Norton Village Apartments. A boy, 17, is now recovering from a non-life-threatening gunshot wound. It all started when a stolen Hyundai and Kia with multiple teens...
Geared for Growth: USC Builds Develops People and Properties with Social Impact Business Model
Residential construction projects. Some of their capabilities include wood framing, metal framing, drywall, acoustical ceilings, insulation, and more. In addition to this work, they work to create training opportunities and skilled trades jobs for marginalized groups in the region. “It’s about building people,” Melissa explained, “We work with local groups in the community to provide access to great contracting jobs and we’re really passionate about that.” The company focuses on providing pathways to individuals who have not been afforded advancement opportunities as a way to create a stable career and uplift families. “Skilled trades training creates economic self reliance,” Suchodolski shared, “Once you’ve learned a skilled trade nobody can take that away from you.”
First-year and transfer students move into Nazareth
PITTSFORD, N.Y. — Wednesday was move-in day for students at Nazareth University. First year and transfer students moved into their dorms, prepping for the semester ahead of them. Students will get to enjoy a welcome picnic and events on Wednesday night including a carnival-style Flyer Fest and a special...
WATCH: RG&E using rescued goats for vegetation management
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) – Rochester Gas and Electric is working with Kaizen Ridge Farm to have rescue goats graze under transmission lines. According to RG&E, goat grazing is an effective vegetation management method that eliminates weeds without the use of gas-powered machines. RG&E says when service in interrupted, it is often due to trees or […]
Bath man arrested on felony drug charges after traffic stop
BATH, N.Y. (WETM) — A Bath man was arrested on Tuesday during a traffic stop after police said he was driving around with a revoked license. According to the Village of Bath Police Department, 31-year-old Thomas Gallagher was arrested on Tuesday, Aug. 20, on several drug charges after they were found during a traffic stop. […]
Rochester Knighthawks defenseman named to national team
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) – Rochester Knighthawks defenseman Ethan O’Connor will make his international debut with the United States national team for the 2024 World Lacrosse Box Championships in Utica. O’Connor finished his first season with the Knighthawks in 2023 to 2024 with four goals and three assists in his 18 regular season games with an […]
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