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NY utilities offering credits for those facing long power outages. Are you eligible?
Thousands are still without power throughout New York after multiple bouts of destructive storms brought strong winds, heavy rain, hail and several tornadoes across the state may be eligible for some credits from their utility companies. Ten tornadoes have now been confirmed statewide within the last week, with three resulting...
Over $1 Million Raised For Charities In Western New York
Thousands of non-profits across Western New York woke up to great news on Wednesday morning. The Annual Day of Giving in Western New York raised over $1 million dollars. In fact so many people wanted to give back and help out that the organizers of Give 716 Day extended the deadline to give!
Do Not Eat: All Told To ‘Double Bag’ Meat Sold In New York
A number of chicken and beef products were illegally shipped to stores across New York. The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) issued a public health alert that impacts New Yorkers. FSIS Issues Public Health Alert for Ineligible Meat and Poultry Products Illegally Imported from the...
Olean Residents Urged to Conserve Water During Heavy Storms
(WNY News Now) – Olean, NY – Olean’s storm water system faces challenges as intense rainstorms increase, prompting city officials to seek resident cooperation. The frequency and intensity of storms have surged in recent years, putting a strain on Olean’s stormwater system. The city experienced significant overflow during the 4.5-inch rainstorm on June 19, 2024, which threatened to discharge into the river and cause backups in homes.
Former Rite Aid Building Owner, Target Suing for Tax Assessments To Be Lowered
The owners of the former Rite Aid on North Main Street are challenging the City of Jamestown‘s assessment of the property. OFP Wagradol NY LLC filed a lawsuit in Chautauqua County State Supreme Court staying the assessment is “unjust, unequal, excessive, illegal and erroneous.”. The assessed value of...
Tour of the trucking training simulator in Kirkwood
Kirkwood N.Y. (WIVT/WGBH) — The New York State Labor Commissioner Roberta Reardon and State Senator Lea Webb took part in an event at Doron Precision Systems in Kirkwood to watch, learn, and test drive the 550Truckplus simulator. The simulators were designed to help student drivers practice driving a tractor trailer without risking the safety of […]
State audit critical of Lancaster’s handling of town financials
LANCASTER, N.Y. (WIVB) – The New York State Comptroller’s Office is critical of how the Town of Lancaster’s former supervisor handled and oversaw taxpayer money. This audit centers around the town’s hiring of an outside company to handle the town’s financials last year, something state auditors said shouldn’t have happened. Although not named in the […]
NEW RECORD: New York’s July tornado count now at 14
Additional storm surveys conducted Wednesday have confirmed several new tornadoes touching down in New York state earlier this week. The total has been a moving target as new reports come in, but it appears tonight’s new total for the month of July now stands at 14. This would place July 2024 as the most tornadic […]
Changes to New York State school lockdowns to take effect in the fall
NIAGARA FALLS, N.Y. — This fall, a new mandate will change how lockdown drills are conducted in New York State schools. The mandate passed by the New York State Board of Regents on Monday, reads “Notice to parents and those in parental relations regarding drills must be made within one week before each drill”
Photos Of Governor Hochul In Storm-Damaged Rome NY
Earlier today, Governor Kathy Hochul visited the City of Rome to inspect damage caused by severe winds that caused extensive damage in the region and provided updates on the state’s response to the severe storms that have impacted the state over the last two weeks. Last night, the Governor declared a statewide State of Emergency in response to severe weather impacting communities across New York.
Voters in 11 states could decide on abortion ballot measures in Nov., with measures confirmed in six states, and signature verification pending in another five
Voters in six states—Colorado, Florida, Maryland, New York, Nevada, and South Dakota—will decide on abortion-related ballot measures in Nov. 2024. Initiatives are pending signature verification in five states—Arizona, Arkansas, Missouri, Montana, and Nebraska. This report provides the most recent updates on abortion-related ballot measure certifications and potential...
Following Online Harassment Campaign Against Its Teachers, Great Valley School District Looks for Way Forward
Following an online harassment campaign against many of its teachers, the Great Valley School District is looking for a way to move forward. Following an online harassment campaign against many of its teachers, the Great Valley School District is looking to education as a way to move forward, writes Kenny Cooper for the WHYY.
Wynonna Judd Surprises WYRK With Call From Buffalo Airport [LISTEN]
It was both a surprise, and absolute pleasure, to get a call from Wynonna Judd as she waited to board a flight at the Buffalo Airport!. Wynonna was spotted in Western New York this past weekend and apparently spent a few days in Niagara County as well. From what's new...
'A whirlwind': Mammoser family predicts it'll take 5 years to rebuild the farm after tornado
EDEN, N.Y. (WKBW) — It takes dozens of helping hands and a positive attitude to pick up the pieces of Mammoser Farms after a tornado swept through Eden. "A whirlwind, literally," said Catherine Mammoser, whose father runs the farm. It's a business he's spent years building and it was...
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