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Governor Hochul needs to declare a Climate Emergency
On Wednesday, Governor Kathy Hochul stood outside of a church in Rome, NY for a press conference to declare a State of Emergency after the storm system that produced Hurricane Beryl passed through the state and left scars of destruction in communities like the Town of Eden. During the event, she noted the destruction of the roof and steeple behind her were part of a wider path of destruction that hit the city and the surrounding area and tornado warnings were posted from Jamestown to Plattsburgh. Pointing out that her three-year administration had to deal with more historic nature events than probably anybody in history, she added “These extreme weather events are no longer the abnormal. They are the new normal.”
AOC blasts colleagues who are "too scared" to publicly say what they think about Biden
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-N.Y., took to Instagram live Thursday evening to make a a fervid argument in favor of President Joe Biden staying on top of the Democratic ticket, Business Insider reported. In a nearly hour-long session, the progressive lawmaker expressed her support for Biden despite the party’s dissonance over...
Biden administration calls for lawyers to help asylum seekers pro bono amid massive backlog
The White House has made an open call for the legal community to provide assistance with immigration and asylum cases, as the backlog of cases remains at historical records. "The administration is announcing a call to action for members of the legal community, including law firms, nonprofits, advocacy organizations, and other stakeholders to make commitments of pro bono support for those who are unrepresented in immigration proceedings," the White House said in a statement on Wednesday.
New Details: Upstate New York Plane Crash Kills All On Board
A plane crashed during severe weather in Upstate New York, killing all on board. We've learned more information about the plane crash in Delaware County. The New York State DEC recently released more information about the fatal crash. On June 30, at 2:30 p.m., Delaware County requested Forest Ranger search assistance for a plane crash in the area of Herrick Hollow Road.
Madison County real estate: See all homes sold, July 13-July 19
The following is a listing of all home transfers in Madison County reported from July 13 to July 19. There were 12 transactions posted during this time. During this period, the median sale for the area was a 1,416-square-foot home on Utica Street in Hamilton that sold for $180,500. Canastota.
Weather: A warm and stormy week ahead
ITHACA, N.Y. — After a drier, more comfortable past few days, you’ll be getting reacquainted with your AC as a warm, very humid pattern sets in for much of the week ahead. While a drier spell is expected for next weekend, a potent heatwave is likely to close out the month. The warmer-than-normal summer we’ve been experiencing looks likely to continue for some time yet.
Elks have perfect weather for ride
The Central New York Elks Riders started in Little Falls on Saturday and had perfect weather to raise over $5,000 for the Elk’s National Foundation. Mark Pratt, group leader, said they’re doing pretty much what they have done each year. “We change the start and stop locations yearly but will still visit the same lodges. Unfortunately, this year, we can’t stop in the Rome Lodge because of tornado damage, but other than that, we’re not doing anything different.”
Central New York Driver Shares Terrifying Experience Of Rome Tornado
One local DoorDash delivery driver from Taberg found himself caught in Freedom Plaza of Rome during the terrifying tornado. His truck lifted off the ground, and he walked away safely. "I was actually doing a DoorDash order," Joey Long recounted, "and as I was coming back, I saw that the...
LOOKING BACK: John Brown and Gerrit Smith
What connection does Abolitionist John Brown have to Central New York? Brown led a raid on Harper’s Ferry, VA to acquire arms so slaves could revolt against their owners 165 years ago on October 17, 1859. One of Browns biggest financial backers and supporters, Gerrit Smith, graduated from Hamilton...
Free Workshops in Journalism & Content Creation for Digital & Streaming Media
Free Workshops in Journalism and Content Creation for Digital and Streaming Media. Want to learn how to report gripping news stories? Write intriguing personality profiles? Create compelling content for digital and streaming media? I can teach you!. What:. This summer, I’m teaming up with the Dunham Public Library in Whitesboro,...
Three-Peat: Matt Sheppard Earns Third ‘Richie Evans Remembered’ Win at Utica-Rome
VERNON, NY – Three-peat. For the third consecutive year, Matt Sheppard topped the ‘Richie Evans Remembered 61’ at Utica-Rome Speedway. Sheppard’s win earned him a cool $6,100 payday for his 44th career Bob Hilbert Sportswear Short Track Super Series (STSS) Fueled By Sunoco triumph. “This race...
Local Alzheimer’s Chapter Aims to Bring Community Together
Nearly 7 million people in America are living with Alzheimer’s. NCC’s Asha Breedlove spoke to one local group that is trying to shed light about this brain disease. Asha Breedlove, Reporter: The Alzheimer’s Association Central New York Chapter is a name that may not sound familiar to most, but this org hopes to get the community involved with their mission. Lori DiCaprio-Lee is the care services manager.
Golden Kronos captures feature at Vernon Downs
VERNON — Golden Kronos with driver Jimmy Whittemore captured the $7,500 featured trot on Friday night at Vernon Downs. Bourbon Express (John MacDonald) jumped to the lead and led to the quarter in :28.2 as Golden Kronos ($13.20) tucked in the pocket. Bourbon Express slowed things way down with a :31.2 second quarter and was first to the half in :59.3. He still controlled things leading to three-quarters in 1:28.2.
Mobile operation units to be deployed in Rome
ROME, NY (WUTR/WFXV/WPNY) — The City of Rome has announced that Oneida County will be deploying mobile operations units to help those recovering from Tuesday’s tornado. County Executive Anthony Picente and Rome Mayor Jeffrey Lanigan announced on Friday, July 19 that they will be deploying two units to parts of Rome. The two officials say that the units will be deployed to help residents get access to essential health and human services.
Cooperstown Blog #2: Goodwill Golf
It’s going to be a Twins party in New York this weekend for Joe Mauer’s Hall of Fame induction ceremony. I was in Cooperstown two years ago when Tony Oliva and Jim Kaat were inducted into the Hall of Fame, but I think this weekend is going to top that. Joe was voted into the Hall last January, becoming the third catcher in baseball history to get into the hall on their first ballot, joining Johnny Bench and Pudge Rodriguez.
Greek Peak Announces Winners of Dream Wedding Giveaway Contest
Love is in the air! Especially when you’re the couple that just won the first ever Dream Wedding Giveaway contest by Greek Peak Mountain Resort, a prize valued at up to $15,000. The contest required only one thing from those entering the contest, to tell their proposal story and why it would be special to have their wedding hosted by Greek Peak for a 2024 booking.
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