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Truxton man sentenced for string of 2023 crimes
CORTLAND, NY (CortacaToday) – A Cortland County man will spend over a decade behind bars. Matthew Clark, 37, was sentenced on Tuesday, August 13, 2024, on charges of felony burglary, felony grand larceny, and felony possession of a forged instrument. Clark, of Truxton, received a 9-year determinate sentence for burglary, and 2-4 years each for the other crimes, though they will be served concurrently.
Upstate Defense Initiative to host forum in Rome
ROME — The newly formed Upstate Defense Initiative will hold its first event at the Griffiss Institute on Thursday to discuss New York’s growing microelectronics manufacturing industry, according to organization officials. The forum will take place from 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Thursday at the Innovare Advancement Center...
After Tropical Storm Debby, Binghamton area to see more mild weather this week
Pleasant temperatures have been felt across the Binghamton area this week and clear skies are expected in the days to come. In the days after the remnants of Tropical Storm Debby swept through New York, the Southern Tier saw bright, sunny skies and warm temperatures which the National Weather Service in Binghamton projects will continue until this weekend, when there is a small chance of precipitation. ...
Binghamton City Council votes to include 'unhoused' as protected group
The Binghamton City Council passed legislation last week to include people facing homelessness as a protected group. The resolution adds unhoused people to the city’s anti-discrimination laws. Those laws already ban discrimination based on a variety of identities, including age, race, gender, religion, height and weight. The legislation prohibits...
Housing, child care, medical campus: What's next for Oakdale Commons
An $18 million funding boost from New York State will spur further development at Oakdale Commons in Johnson City, including a child care center, expanded medical campus and a new housing complex. The two-phase project follows the first phase which saw the transformation of the former Sears into the current Lourdes Pavilion, Beer Tree Factory and Broome County office space. ...
Pleasant conditions continue as high pressure remains in control
We have another mostly quiet day under high pressure. The rest of this morning will be mostly sunny. A few stray showers are possible this afternoon thanks to daytime heat, but most will stay dry and mostly clear. Temperatures remain seasonably cool with highs today in the upper 70s. TONIGHT:
A Tiny Home for Good receives $30,000 grant from M&T Bank to address housing insecurity
SYRACUSE, N.Y. — Syracuse nonprofit A Tiny Home for Good was recently awarded $30,000 by M&T Bank in recognition of the organization's innovative work to address housing insecurity. Leaders from M&T Bank recently visited A Tiny Home for Good to present a $30,000 grant to the organization. The money...
New York State Police seeking new recruits
Gov. Kathy Hochul has announced that applications are now being accepted for the New York State Police trooper entrance exam. 13WHAM's Chris Lopez headed to the agency's Troop E headquarters in Farmington to learn more about the process Tuesday morning. "We're looking for people from all walks of life," said...
New York Has a Record Breaking Year When it Comes to Tornados
It's been a historic year for tornadoes in New York. Most Recent Tornado in New York Touched Down in Ulster County. Tropical Depression Debby made herself known across the Hudson Valley bringing heavy rains, strong winds and leaving behind damage and destruction. Parts of the Hudson Valley were under a...
‘Stormy’ Winter Expected In New York, ‘Above-Normal Precipitation’
Weather experts released their prediction for the upcoming winter in New York State. The calendar may say August, but New Yorkers are always looking forward. Pumpkin spice season is just a few days away and Halloween stores are already starting to open. Winter Outlook For New York State. Before you...
Police Say Road Rage Lead to Shooting On New York State Highway
New York State Police are asking for the public's help after they say a road rage incident lead to a suspect shooting at another vehicle. Police say the 40-year-old suspect is now facing multiple felony charges, including 1st degree reckless endangerment. According to Saland Law PC, if you are convicted...
New York State Man Finds Massive Fisher [PICTURES]
New York State is blessed to have such a wide variety of wildlife. From Niagara Falls to the Adirondack mountains, it is a conservationists paradise. But there is one animal that you may not have seen before but can be found just about everywhere. A fisher is described as a...
First Of Its Kind Law Coming To New York State
January 1st, 2025 will be a historic day in New York State as a new law will go into effect. New York State will be the first state in America to require private companies to provide up to 20 hours of Paid Prenatal Leave. Employers in New York State will...
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