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Fire Ruled Arson At Legendary New York Bar
New Yorkers have spent much of this summer enjoying the warm weather, as days have been filled with excitement and fun. However, that doesn't apply to everyone, as several hundred people showed public emotion as one of New York State's most legendary bars went up in flames a few weeks ago.
Mathew McCarthy running for Steuben County and Family Court Judge position
Acting Steuben County and Family Court Judge Mathew K. McCarthy recently announced his intention to run for that seat in the upcoming November election. McCarthy, also a Corning City Court Judge for the past 10 years, said he has presided over thousands of criminal and family court cases, the same types of...
Disgraced Former Rep. George Santos’ Fraud Trial Set To Begin As Side Hustle Selling Drag Videos On Cameo Takes Off
The upcoming fraud trial of former Rep. George Santos (R-New York) is set to proceed with heightened security and scrutiny. A federal judge on Tuesday ruled that jurors’ identities will remain confidential during the trial, which is scheduled to commence on Sept. 9. Given the high-profile nature of the case, this measure is aimed at protecting jurors from external pressures.
An attorney bought HarrisWalz.com for $10 in 2020. He just sold it for $15,000.
New York trademark attorney Jeremy Green Eche is a Kamala Harris supporter who hopes the current Vice President is successful in her bid for the White House this year. But that's not why he bought a number of web domains with her name in them back in 2020. In his spare time, Eche snaps up unclaimed domain names for under $10 in hopes of eventually selling them for a hefty profit. Also called domain investing, the pastime has paid off for him over the years. "I buy domain names that consist of combinations of two last names that I hope will end...
Thousands raised for Special Olympics by local law enforcement agencies
Special Olympics New York says law enforcement agencies in Tompkins County helped the organization raise thousands of dollars in this month’s “Go for the Gold” campaign at area Dunkin’ locations. The Dryden Police Department, Ithaca Police Department, and Tompkins County Sheriff’s Office participated on a rainy Friday, encouraging donations to Special Olympics and offering free donut coupons and t-shirts to donors.
What’s the “hold up” with Elmira’s new health center?
ELMIRA, N.Y. (WETM) – At a meeting of the Chemung County Legislature, several lawmakers raised concerns about a “hold up” involving federal funding for Elmira’s new Federally Qualified Health Center, or FQHC. “I don’t know what in the world is holding this up, but it has to stop,” said County Legislator Martin Chalk, who represents […]
Canisteo residents call out Hochul after being left out of flood relief funding plan
Canisteo, N.Y. (WHAM)— Steuben County residents are speaking out for the first time after Gov. Kathy Hochul announced emergency cash funding for families over the weekend. Canisteo residents who spoke with 13WHAM say they were promised funds after damaging floods brought by remnants of Debby hit their town last week. But now, they are discovering they do not qualify.
“Psychic Detective” Phil Jordan Returns to Binghamton Radio
A Tioga County man who hosted a popular weekly radio show decades ago was back in a Binghamton studio to discuss his psychic abilities. Phil Jordan, who lives in Candor, returned to WNBF Radio on Wednesday to talk about his life and some of the unusual situations he's dealt with over the years.
Ithaca school board member resigns after one year
ITHACA, N.Y. — Ithaca City School District (ICSD) Board of Education member Katie Apker resigned earlier this week after serving one year on the board. She had two more years left in her term. It is currently unclear why Apker resigned. She did not respond to a request for...
Cornell Professors Stand in Solidarity with UAW Local 2300 Amid Contract Negotiations
The Cornell University Chapter of the American Association of University Professors (AAUP) issued a statement Wednesday expressing strong support for UAW Local 2300 as the union holds its strike authorization vote and continues negotiating with Cornell over a new contract. UAW Local 2300 members have also released a statement announcing...
Cast Complete for New Adaptation of George Orwell's
Casting is now complete for Theatre Royal Bath's previously announced new adaptation of George Orwell's 1984, penned by Ryan Craig (Charlotte and Theodore). Directed by Lindsay Posner, the production will run September 20-28, opening September 25. The brief run will be followed by a U.K. tour, playing dates in Malvern,...
'It came full circle': Historical time capsule discovered in Downtown Ithaca
ITHACA, N.Y. (WENY) -- On Aug. 8 while digging up the foundation of a home, Ithaca native Dante Shululu came across an old cement block that would soon bring a serendipitous moment to his life. Shululu, who works for his father’s company Common Ground Excavation in Ithaca, says with the...
Plenty of sunshine is in store for the Twin Tiers today
Elmira, N.Y. (WETM)- We are looking at another beautiful forecast today under high pressure, but rain is coming for the weekend. How much rain are we tracking? Details below:. Patchy fog will be possible again this morning, which should lift by early to mid-morning, leaving us mainly sunny throughout the rest of the morning and through the afternoon. Temperatures today are back in the low 80s.
Cornell’s enrollment ‘very strong,’ says interim president
ITHACA, NY (CortacaToday) — Cornell’s new academic year is approaching. Interim President Michael Kotlikoff says the numbers look good. Kotlikoff is serving as president for two years while a search for Cornell’s next permanent leader continues. FULL INTERVIEW: Michael Kotlikoff on Ithaca’s Morning News.
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