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‘Elegant Creature’ Spotted In New York State For The 1st Time
An "elegant creature" was just spotted in New York State for the first time. We learned why this may have "unprecedented" event likely happened. A flamingo flew to the Empire State. Flamingo Arrives In New York State. American Flamingos are typically found in the Caribbean, Mexico, and northern parts of...
An epic spray paint battle is bringing artists together.
WILKES-BARRE, Pa. — Versus Battle Art is holding an epic spray paint battle between a Scranton mural artist and a Wilkes Barre mural artist. The nonprofit Educational Opportunity Centers is organizing the event. The Versus Battle Art kicks off tomorrow at 5 at Diamond City Park in Wilkes Barre....
Hazle Twp. residents fear being left dry due to water project
HAZLE TWP., LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A controversy is unfolding in the Hazleton area involving a major water line replacement project. Residents reached out to the I-Team for help after receiving shut-off notices from the Hazleton City Authority. Residents are supposed to hook up to the new water line, but many residents say they cannot […]
New York’s best wines and top winery for 2024: The winners are ...
A Finger Lakes winery that specializes in German-style wines was the big winner in this year’s New York Wine Classic, the biggest annual competition for New York state wineries. Weis Vineyards, on the east shore of Keuka Lake north of Hammondsport, was named the Winery of the Year for...
2024 Waverly Glen Music Festival set for next month
The 2024 Waverly Glen Music Festival is set for next month. The annual event will be held from noon to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 10th at the Waverly Glen Park. Musical acts including the Old Friends Band, Bill Soprano and the Backtalk band will hit the stage throughout the afternoon.
We will have a chilly overnight along with more pleasant conditions to end the week
Elmira, N.Y. (WETM) – We will have a chilly overnight along with more pleasant conditions to end the week. More warmth moves in for the weekend. More details below:. We will be mostly clear and cool as we get into the overnight. Temperatures will fall to the mid fifties along with a calm breeze.
Shapiro Administration Invests $200,000 to Train Workers with Disabilities for Manufacturing Jobs
From Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development. On Wednesday, July 17, Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) Secretary Rick Siger announced a new $200,000 investment by the Shapiro Administration in the Community Integrated Services (CIS) Manufacturing Accelerator Program that will provide Pennsylvanians with disabilities the skills they need to secure jobs with local manufacturers. The Manufacturing PA Training-to-Career (MTTC) grant will fund program locations at Drexel University and the Community College of Philadelphia. Upon completion, participants will receive assistance in applying to jobs with local manufacturers, and once hired, will receive support as needed.
August DUI checkpoint announced for Pennsylvania
(WJET/WFXP) – Here’s another reminder to stay safe on the roads as the Pennsylvania State Police have scheduled another DUI checkpoint for next month. Police will hold the checkpoint during the month of August at undisclosed locations in McKean County with the goal of keeping roadways safe and decrease injuries and deaths caused by impaired drivers. […]
Pennsylvania’s Inconsistent Property Tax System
Pennsylvania’s property tax system faces significant challenges due to the lack of mandatory, regular property reassessments. Unlike other states, Pennsylvania allows counties to decide when to reassess properties, leading to some counties delaying reassessments for decades. This results in a “lopsided tax system” where property taxes are not uniformly assessed, causing discrepancies and economic stagnation.
Local bar owners say happy hour expansion bill is ‘huge win’ for PA
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New York State Police Say SUV Hit Amish Buggy And Drove Off
Less than a week after a Kia Sedona allegedly hit an Amish horse-drawn carriage on State Route 3, offcials say another vehicle has struck a buggy. This time, the crash lead to the death of a teenage occupant, says police. One country Sheriff has a message for drivers in New...
Upstate New York Woman Snaps Viral, ‘Once-in-a-Lifetime’ Storm Photo
A woman in Upstate NY shared a stunning storm photo that many thought was fake. But it's not, and weather experts agree she snapped a once-in-a-lifetime picture. It's as if someone married two images together; one side of the photo is ominously grey, while the other is surprisingly sunny, and two massive lightning strikes make this photo electrify the image. Oh, and a stunning rainbow splits the image in half.
'The ultimate place for hot dogs': M&M Red Hots returns to Elmira with much fanfare
Beloved Elmira hot-doggery M&M Red Hots reopened last week amid much fanfare after being closed since the COVID-19 pandemic. The new owner, Katie Seymour, will run the restaurant with her fiancé, Ryan Gallagher. The couple took the reins from Katie’s father, Andy Seymour, who took it over from his mother, Wilda DeHaas, in 2017.
Gus Macker tournament taking over Corning's Gaffer District this weekend. How to watch.
More than 120 teams have signed up to play in the Gus Macker 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament in the Crystal City this weekend. Teams will begin playing 3-on-3 games at 8 a.m. Saturday and the tournament will continue through Sunday, said Emmie Agee, Gaffer District Marketing Manager. The games are played to 21 points on a half-court.
Pennsylvania Invests in Job Training for People with Disabilities
HARRISBURG, PA — The Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) has announced a significant new investment aimed at enhancing job opportunities for Pennsylvanians with disabilities. On Wednesday, Secretary Rick Siger revealed that the Shapiro Administration is allocating $200,000 to the Community Integrated Services (CIS) Manufacturing Accelerator Program. This initiative aims to equip individuals with disabilities with the skills needed to secure employment in local manufacturing sectors.
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