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Survey shows vendors want to see some changes at next year's state fair
GEDDES, N.Y. — As we enter the final weekend of the New York State Fair, we’re giving vendors “a voice”. CNY Central went all around the fairgrounds to ask different vendors what this experience has been like so far. 14 of them agreed to complete this...
NYers Urged To Protect Themselves From Life-Threatening Mosquito-Borne Illnesses: Hochul
In an announcement on Friday, Aug. 30, Hochul said those who venture outside during the holiday weekend should do so while taking steps to prevent mosquito bites, as cases of diseases caused by the pesky bugs are on the rise. "We want people to get outside this Labor Day weekend...
‘A 5-alarm fire’: Overdose Awareness Day prompts pleas for action as someone dies every 3 hours in NYC
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — In connection with International Overdose Awareness Day on Saturday, Aug. 31, advocacy groups are calling on Gov. Kathy Hochul to increase access to resources, funding and other support for emergency efforts to save people poisoned by fentanyl and other opioids. District Attorney Michael E. McMahon,...
Health Care In New York State Among Worst In America, New Study
Potentially thanks to many hospitals with failing or near failing grades for patient safety, New York State ranks among the worst in the nation for healthcare. Did you know that the average American spends around $13,500 per year on health care?. That's according to the most recent estimate from the...
Incumbent U.S. Rep. Nicholas J. LaLota (R) and challenger John Avlon (D) are running in then general election for New York’s 1st Congressional District
Incumbent U.S. Rep. Nicholas J. LaLota (R) and John Avlon (D) are running in then general election for New York’s 1st Congressional District on November 5. According to City and State New York’s Eliot Force, “The 1st Congressional District has voted for Republican representatives in every election cycle since 2014, and it became slightly more favorable to Republicans after the latest round of redistricting, so cable news pundit John Avlon faces a difficult race against incumbent Rep. Nick LaLota. On the other hand, LaLota’s only been in Congress for one term, and he lacks the name recognition of his predecessor Lee Zeldin.”
Courts graduate largest-ever officer class
Courthouses in Queens and throughout the city will likely soon see a much-needed increase in their court officer ranks after the state’s court system says it just recently graduated its largest and most diverse group of officer candidates ever. Officials with the Unified Court System announced on Wednesday that...
NY will use Medicaid funding for housing, transportation and food
Queens residents receive food and other items from Food Bank For New York City at Elmhurst Hospital on September 16, 2021. Social factors like stable housing and food access weigh heavily on public health. A Biden administration waiver will allow the state to more thoroughly support them. [ more › ]
Cortland City Police Dept. issues Silver Alert for missing 83-year-old
On Saturday morning, a Silver Alert was issued by the Cortland Police Dept. for a missing 83-year-old man. Theodore Testa has dementia and may be in need of medical attention. He was last seen on Homer Ave. in the City of Cortland at 9:45 p.m. on Friday, August 30th. Theodore was driving a red Chevrolet Trax with New York Registration, and the license plate reads "CSC-1332." He was last seen wearing a blue jacket, dark-colored pants and a ball cap.
Slew of Cornell alums led by hotel execs buy South Hill hotel and spa
ITHACA, N.Y. — La Tourelle Hotel and Spa, set on 15 acres of farmland on Ithaca’s South Hill, was purchased this spring by a group of mostly Cornell University alumni after being owned and managed by the Wiggins family since the late 1980s. Under a newly formed LLC,...
Former Ted Clark’s Busy Market now sold
WAVERLY, N.Y. (WETM) — The former Ted Clark’s Busy Market sold after about four months on the market. Associate Real Estate Broker David Huckle of Pyramid Brokerage Company announced on Friday evening that the former family-run grocery store is off the market. The buyer purchased the 12,100-square-foot property, which is located at 118 Broad St. […]
ROC Airport continues to recruit nonstop flight carriers
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — You may be wondering if your dream vacation spot will ever be added to the growing list of nonstop flight destinations in Rochester. Well, the Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester International Airport continues to expand its fleet of carriers offering these flights. Currently, the airport hosts eight airlines offering nonstop flights: Allegiant […]
Locally shot movie Death Certificate premieres
Rochester is rolling out the red carpet for the premiere of a movie shot right here in the City. Actor Kenneth "Skrill" Paige, a Rochester native, joins ARC Rochester to tell us about "Death Certificate." "Death Certificate" tells the story of two brothers. One is murdered, and the other (Paige)...
Men's Soccer Falls in Season-Opener to Oswego, 3-2
ROCHESTER, NY – Visiting Oswego tallied the game-winning goal in the 73rd minute on Saturday to down Nazareth 3-2 in home-opener for the Golden Flyers. Spencer Neil and Jake Pawlika scored for Nazareth. Nazareth is 0-1 and Oswego is 1-0. The score was 1-1 at halftime. Oswego opened the...
Threat for severe thunderstorms in CNY today, latest forecast timing here
A strong weather system is moving through CNY today with the threat of strong to severe thunderstorms. This comes as a strong cold front sweeps the area this afternoon from west to east. The greatest threat for severe weather is in the yellow shaded region, which is a slight risk....
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