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Massive Cash Payout For Someone In New York State?
You may be so busy this summer that you did not even realize the massive amount of cash that is available to win. New York State is part of the multi state lottery jackpots that are soaring right now. Inflation, rising prices and high interest rates may not be a...
Police In Secret Cars Issued Insane Amount Of Tickets In New York
Police in secret vehicles helped issue nearly 40,000 tickets in a very short period of time. Just before the 4th Of July holiday, New York State Police announced a "crack down on drunk and drugged driving and other traffic infractions." Sad News: These 11 Popular Food Items Are Gone From...
The exodus at NY’s Office of Cannabis Management continues
Join NY Cannabis Insider for its next industry meetup in NYC on Aug. 13, 2024. Tickets available now. At least four high-ranking employees at New York’s Office of Cannabis Management have recently resigned their positions, a month after NY Cannabis Insider reported on other high-profile departures from the agency.
State Health Department lays out guidelines to protect New Yorkers against rabies
BUFFALO, N.Y. — Summertime is here, which means more time in parks and outdoor spaces. According to the New York State Health Department, this is also the time to see an uptick in rabies cases. “It's not only a busy time for us to see rabid animals, but because...
Realistic school shooter drills banned in New York
On Monday, the New York State Board of Education approved new regulations on school shooter drills, banning certain practices and instituting new requirements. Under the new rules, schools must inform both students and parents about upcoming drills up to a week in advance.
Let’s Talk About Grand Master Cliff Crandall’s Big Wins
I'm sure by now you've heard that Grandmaster Cliff Crandall took 1st place in his division for the OCB NYS body building competition in Syracuse at the end of last year. He was the oldest competitor in the history of the event for the State Pro/Amateur qualifiers held in Syracuse.
Man in life-threatening condition after shooting on Nassau Street in Rochester
Rochester, N.Y. — A man is fighting for his life after a shooting Friday in the city's Upper Falls area. Around 3:30 p.m., officers responded to Nassau Street, where they found the victim — a Rochester resident — on the sidewalk. He was taken to a local hospital with life-threatening injuries, according to police.
Cheesy Eddie's gives away free slices for National Cheesecake Day
Rochester, N.Y. — Friday is National Cheesecake Day and Cheesy Eddie's is giving away more than 3,000 slices at its two locations. 900 Jefferson Road, Building 21, Henrietta, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. 602 South Avenue, Rochester, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. The bakery has been giving away cheesecake every year for National...
City of Cortland Awarded $65K by State for Ash Tree Management
New York Governor Kathy Hochul has recently announced over $7 million dollars for urban and community forestry grants throughout the state for 23 projects in total. The City of Cortland will receive $65,000 towards Ash Tree Management. The funding will help with the removal and replacement of Ash Trees within...
Man cut in knifepoint robbery on Alexander Street
ROCHETER, N.Y. (WROC) – Rochester police are investigating a knifepoint robbery on Alexander Street. Investigators said just before 11 p.m., a man was walking in the 300 block when he was approached by a suspect with a knife demanding property. The two struggled over the knife and the victim ended up cutting his hand. He […]
Two people shot on Lyell Ave
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) – Rochester Police are investigating a double shooting on Lyell Ave that happened just before midnight. Police responded to the 400 block for reports of shots fired. They found a 39-year-old woman with a gunshot wound to her upper body. She was brought to Strong Memorial with what was determined to be […]
From Blank Canvas to Penn Yan’s Story: Keuka College Students Create Community Mural
A once-empty brick wall on Penn Yan’s Elm Street now features a vibrantly colored mural, thanks to the efforts of eight Keuka College students. “Our team spent so much time on this project,” said Cori Smith, a second-year Visual Communication Design major from Penn Yan. “To see it finally come to life and be so prominently displayed is a feeling of success and pride I’ve never experienced before. It’s awe-inspiring.”
RIT expands its workforce initiatives for the semiconductor industry
Rochester Institute of Technology will take the lead on a new program that allows community college students to join the growing semiconductor industry. The intent is to build a pipeline of skilled employees for a strategic U.S. manufacturing industry. Community college students from diverse backgrounds will earn associate degrees in...
The Golisano Institute’s first-year lessons
Paychex founder and philanthropist Tom Golisano’s vision when creating a business school was to transform the entrepreneurial landscape and provide a better, more affordable path for student success. That vision is now more clearly in focus. A year ago, nearly half of the Golisano Institute for Business and Entrepreneurship...
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