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Chemung County auctions off $1.7 million in foreclosed properties
CHEMUNG COUNTY, N.Y. (WETM) – Chemung County has auctioned off nearly $1.7 million dollars in county-owned foreclosed properties. The auction included 84 properties. 67.8% of them are in Elmira. The properties owed a combined $596,253.02 in unpaid delinquent “back taxes.” The auction was held on May 24, 2024. The County Legislature’s Budget committee approved a […]
Erwin named Pro-Housing Community by New York State
ERWIN, N.Y. (WETM) — The Town of Erwin announced that it was designated as a New York State Pro-Housing Community. New York State started its Pro-Housing Community program last July to reward local governments that are working to address the state’s housing crisis. Pro-Housing Community certified municipalities are eligible to apply for funding programs that […]
Kingston opts into "good cause" eviction, passes ceasefire resolution in tense council session
New York’s “good cause” eviction law, passed in the latest state budget, allows upstate communities to opt in to restrictions on landlords, preventing them from evicting certain tenants without legitimate cause and from and from making predatory rent hikes. Albany was the first city to opt in in June. The Kingston Common Council opted in with a unanimous 9-0 vote, following a tense public comment period that stretched over three hours.
Red Jacket adopts new nickname. Here’s what was decided
SHORTSVILLE, NY — The new era of the Red Jacket Cardinals has begun. At the Manchester-Shortsville Board of Education meeting July 2, school district officials announced the approval of its new nickname and mascot, Cardinals, replacing Indians. Cardinals, which received 515 suggestions from students, staff, alumni and community members surveyed, beat out two other options, Rail Hawks and Bears, which received 484 and 146 suggestions, respectively.
Irondequoit police: Parolee jumped into river to evade officers after motorcycle chase
Rochester, N.Y. — A man faces charges after he allegedly led police on a motorcycle chase and tried to swim away from them. Irondequoit police said they were chasing a motorcycle Tuesday night along Lakeshore Boulevard when the operator, Jeremiah Torres, 26, abandoned the bike at the Westage at the Harbor next to the U.S. Coast Guard station and jumped into the Genesee River.
Nixon Peabody will move offices to Victor after 150 years downtown
Nixon Peabody has been a presence in downtown Rochester for 149 years. That will change next year when the law firm leaves Clinton Square, where it has operated since 1990, for High Point Business Park in Victor, Ontario County. Nixon Peabody officials announced the move July 1, saying it will...
Summer at Canandaigua's Roseland Waterpark
Summer is in full swing, and a popular water park in Ontario County is opening its doors for its 23rd season. Chris Lopez brings us to Roseland Waterpark in Canandaigua. "The giant wave pool is one of our feature attractions," says Ryan Fuller, director of operations. "We also have our extreme tube rides, which go down various slides. Some are fully covered, and some are half covered.
New York Bans Gas Powered Lawn Equipment. Is Texas Next?
There's been a lot of movement lately in the United States about going electric for many different things powered by gas. We've seen a huge push for electric cars lately, and now some states are banning gas-powered lawn equipment. So, is Texas going to fall into that spot?. Here's what...
New York State Police Say Crash Claimed the Life of Another Motorcyclist
New York State Police say a Hudson Valley man is dead after a crash at the intersection of a state route Saturday evening. Unfortunately, the crash appears to have been caused by the fleeing motorcyclist who was trying to escape authorities, according to a preliminary investigation. The latest fatal crash...
Staten Island food pantry to get new security and safety features, thanks to $100K state grant
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. – Gov. Kathy Hochul announced that more than $40 million in capital grants will be awarded to support critical needs of nonprofit organizations serving New York families and veterans, including nearly $100,000 for Community Health Action of Staten Island (CHASI). “This round of funding will help...
Rockland's empty seat in the MTA board room, and taxation on climate-friendly heat pumps
At first glance, it seemed wrong that Gov. Kathy Hochul had left vacant Rockland County’s seat on the board of the Metropolitan Transportation Authority, which runs the world’s largest mass transit system. It has been more than a year since Rockland has had representation on the MTA board.
Western New York readies for Fourth of July celebrations on Wednesday
As many across the nation get set to enjoy Fourth of July celebrations on Thursday, many Western New York communities are readying to celebrate Independence Day the night before on Wednesday. Read more from WBEN:
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