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Rome Third Ward meeting July 8; no meeting for August
ROME — Rome Third Ward Councilor Linda Fazio will hold her next ward meeting at the South Rome Senior Center on Monday, July 8, the councilor said in an announcement. The meeting will take place at 6:30 p.m. July 8 at the South Rome Senior Center at 112 Ridge St., the announcement added. There will be no meeting in August, the Third Ward councilor added.
Man charged with burning house down, killing woman made admissions, police say
Syracuse, N.Y. – A Syracuse man charged with intentionally setting a fire that killed a woman after getting into a “disturbance” with his wife earlier that day made admissions to another person about the fire, police said in court documents. Anthony Greene, 58, was arraigned Wednesday in...
'This statue is staying here, and so are we': pushback on plans to remove Columbus statue
Standing in a group of supporters of the Columbus monument in downtown Syracuse Tuesday, Nick Pirro of the Columbus Monument Corporation said, "This statue isn't going anywhere, and neither are we. The real fight has just begun. It's a fight for art, it's a fight for history, and it's a fight for heritage."
New Hartford Citizens' Band Kicks Off Summer Concert Season
A community band formed over 100 years ago kicked off its weekly concert series with selections from "Game of Thrones," the "Harry Potter" movies, and some patriotic tunes ahead of Independence Day. New Hartford Citizens' Band Kicks Off Summer Concert Season. A community band formed over 100 years ago kicked...
Police identify 13-year-old boy as motorcyclist who collided with SUV in DeWitt
DeWitt, N.Y. — A 13-year-old boy is in critical condition after the motorcycle he was riding collided with an SUV Monday night and caught fire in DeWitt, police said. DeWitt police Tuesday had asked for the public’s help identifying the motorcyclist because they didn’t know who he was. He didn’t have any IDs or other identifying documents.
Important Tips To Travel Safely This 4th of July In New York
Over 60 million people are expected to hit the roads over the next few days. New York State Police says know these tips to keep you and your family safe. New York State Police want to remind all families to prioritize safety on the road as New Yorkers gear up to celebrate the 4th of July.
Outdated Law Under Fire: Push to End Subminimum Wage In New York
As unfathomable and infuriating as this is, are you aware that there is an actual law that allows individuals with disabilities to be underpaid by their employers?. So many companies claim to be against discrimination in the workplace but speaking against it and putting action where words are are two very different things.
4th of July and Weekend Forecast
Outside of an odd shower early for the Southern Tier and later in the day near the Lake Ontario shore, most WNYers will enjoy a dry and summery day. It will be muggy, with high of 84. Thursday night for Independence Day fireworks will be muggy but rain-free. 9pm temperatures...
Upstate NY July 4 forecast: The heat and humidity return for an extended stay
Syracuse, N.Y. – After a week of dry days in the 70s, summer heat and humidity return today to Upstate New York. Temperatures will soar into the upper 80s starting this afternoon and continue every day through the weekend and into early next week, the National Weather Service predicts.
Another Hudson Valley, NY Manufacturing Plant Closing; 81 Layoffs
Another 81 New York workers will be laid off this Fall when a Hudson Valley manufacturing plant is officially acquired by another company and moves out of state. It's a news story that seems all too familiar in the Hudson Valley. Since February, hundreds of Hudson Valley factory workers have been laid off in a series of announcements about the mergers, closings or downsizing of businesses operating in New York State.
Closed: ‘Contaminated’ Water Found At These New York Beaches
Officials from New York closed down two beaches because the water was found to be "contaminated." The Westchester County Department of Health confirmed two beaches were shut down because of "elevated bacteria levels." Westchester County Closes Two Beaches. Westchester County Beach Surveillance Program "protects the public from illnesses associated with...
Syracuse dad pleads guilty to shaking his baby son, causing his death
Syracuse, N.Y. – A Syracuse father has pleaded guilty to recklessly causing the death of his infant son by shaking him. Zyaire Keene, who was 8 months old, died on Jan. 30, 2023 from brain damage caused by his father shaking him about a week before. If you purchase...
Man Stuck in New York Cave for Hours Rescued
A 20-year-old man had to be rescued from a cave in upstate New York. If you spend time hiking on any of the numerous trails across New York it's probably a good idea to avoid going into any caves you might come across because it could end up being a situation you aren't able to get yourself out of.
Hochul urged to reject $4B tax on managed care organizations
(The Center Square) – A coalition of New York business groups is urging Gov. Kathy Hochul to reconsider a proposal setting a new tax on managed care organizations, which they say will drive up rates for employers and workers. In a letter to Hochul, the group calls on Hochul to hold New York employers "harmless" from any tax increase under the new Medicaid Investment Fund, which was included in the FY 2024-25 fiscal year budget. ...
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