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A proposed amendment lacks 1 word that could drive voter turnout: ‘abortion’
ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) — A proposed amendment to New York’s constitution meant to protect abortion access is a crucial part of Democrats’ plans to drive voter turnout in the state this fall and potentially flip vital congressional districts. But there could be a problem: The ballot question...
New York Prison Flies State Flag Upside Down in Protest
A New York State flag was spotted flying upside down outside a prison in Washington County and it definitely caught the eye of many. Who flew it that way and what is the reason behind it?. Many of the New York State Correctional Officer contacts we spoke to did not...
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 said 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.
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...
Free haircuts and hotdog event coming to Painted Post
PAINTED POST, N.Y. (WETM) – Does your kid need a fresh haircut before school starts? Fran’s Landing is hosting a “Haircuts & Hotdogs” event on Saturday, Aug. 24, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. to provide free haircuts for kids in the area. The event will take place at the restaurant located at 996 Addison […]
Elmira City Council tables 'unauthorized camping' law meant to curb homelessness, after public outcry
Elmira elected officials tabled a proposed law to prohibit "unauthorized campsites" during a standing-room-only city council meeting Monday. Oftentimes, the campsites in question are created by people who are homeless. Council members Nick Grasso and Corey Cooke discussed tabling the proposed law ahead of the city council meeting in an...
Installation Wraps on Corning and L3Harris' Jointly-Devloped Rubin Observatory Mirror
CORNING, N.Y., Aug. 15, 2024 — Corning Inc. and L3Harris Technologies have installed a jointly produced 11-ft-wide, 1500-lb glass mirror onto the Vera C. Rubin Observatory in Chile. The mirror becomes the largest convex mirror currently in operation. The Rubin Observatory is one step closer to capturing images of...
Kids fulfill hoop dreams at basketball camp
ELMIRA, N.Y. (WETM) —Over 100 young athletes gathered at Brand Park to honor their love of basketball. Wally Bailey, owner of Wally’s hall of fame, hosted the camp in honor of his late friend James Masker, who passed on Mother’s Day this year. “This was all about these boys. We had 123 registrants. It’s really […]
Trailer Released For Upcoming Notre Dame Docuseries 'Here Come The Irish'
NBC's Peacock streaming platform released the official trailer for 'Here Come The Irish' on Wednesday in anticipation of the new docuseries premiering on Aug. 29. The series will go inside the Notre Dame program before, during and after the 2024 college football season, giving fans a new look ...
Man in stable condition after being hit, dragged by car
ROCHESTER, N.Y. — A person was hit by a car and seriously injured near the Hudson Avenue exit of Route 104 at around 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Rochester Police found a 37-year-old homeless man on his bike, pinned under the car, when they got there. Officers and Rochester firefighters lifted the car off the man.
Goodwill holds Thrift Crawl in Rochester area
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Goodwill held its third annual Thrift Crawl Tuesday. Shoppers could choose between two different routes on the Thrift Mobile Bus that made stops at Goodwill stores across the area. The Goodwill team provided styling and thrifting tips as well as a special 20 percent off in-store discount, snacks and chances to […]
Good Cause Evictions forum held in Rochester
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Rochester City Council members gathered Tuesday for a forum over Good Cause Eviction laws and LLC loopholes. Advocates say the law, if enacted, would protect renters from rent hikes and unfair evictions, and guarantee lease renewals to tenants who have been paying rent and following their lease. Rochester City Council proposed […]
Multi-Agency Resource Center (MARC) to Open in Tioga County, PA
WESTFIELD, PA (WENY) -- Tioga County will open a Multi-Agency Resource Center (MARC) to help connect people with resources to begin the recovery process from flash flooding that hit the area on August 9th. The MARC will be open Thursday and Friday from 12PM - 8PM, and Saturday from 10AM...
NYC spending on Biden border crisis tops $5 billion
New York City, where nearly 200,000 migrants have arrived seeking assistance since mid-2022, has spent more than $5 billion responding to the Biden border crisis. The city has housed, fed, and clothed upward of 212,000 migrants who entered the United States illegally by crossing the southern border, making it the hardest-hit city nationwide as migrants […]
Old Farmer’s Almanac 2024-25 New York Winter Prediction
The Old Farmer's Almanac is set to release its official Winter 2024-25 prediction on August 27th but this morning they put out a teaser of what we could expect. READ MORE: WAS THE OLD FARMER'S ALMANAC SUMMER PREDICTION CORRECT?. According to their latest update we could be in for a...
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