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Man Killed in Gorham Motorcycle Crash
A Rushville man has been killed in a motorcycle crash in the Ontario County town of Gorham. It happened after midnight this morning near State Route 245 and County Road 18. The sheriff's office says 36-year-old Daniel Blauvelt hit a small embankment and fell from his bike. It's still not...
NWS Confirms Microburst with 90 MPH winds following survey in Montour Falls
MONTOUR FALLS, N.Y. (WENY) -- We now know the full extent of the storms that struck earlier this week, causing significant damage in Schuyler County. Today, the National Weather Service confirmed that the damage in Montour Falls was caused by microburst winds topping out at 90 miles per hour. A...
United Way of Tompkins County Announces Award & Impact Fund Recipients
United Way of Tompkins County (UWTC) announced their list of community members recognized for their contributions on Monday. United Way takes note of positions in the community who go above and beyond for Tompkins County by taking part in UWTC activities. They account for their community campaign chair, volunteer of the year, an “unsung” hero who contributed privately, a non-profit partner, and a business who was paramount to the program’s success. The following people and organizations were recognized for their contributions:
Lansing supervisor thanks crews for ‘well-done’ effort restoring power
LANSING, NY (CortacaToday) — Lansing lawmakers are showing their appreciation for linesmen. Town Supervisor Ruth Groff says crews were out late Tuesday night restoring power. She adds it was “a job well-done.”. Lansing Highway Superintendent Mike Moseley says the Town of Ithaca offered a generator for help. Over...
Biochar Cuts Emissions But Offers Little for Farmers
AUBURN, N.Y. — Biochar can reduce greenhouse gas emissions from manure, but using it for that purpose doesn’t make economic sense. Though biochar has been touted as a sort of miracle substance, it has its limitations, said Heather Darby, a University of Vermont Extension agronomist. Darby spoke July...
County, local BOCES to receive Juul settlement funds
TOMPKINS COUNTY, N.Y. — Tompkins County and area educational organizations are set to receive $657,313 from a multi-state settlement payout from the e-cigarette company Juul Labs. The funds must be used for programs to reduce or deter youth e-cigarette use, research into such programs or enforcement of anti-vaping regulations.
Hunter Hayes performing in Waterloo: How to get last-minute tickets starting at $25
Singer-songwriter Hunter Hayes, best known for hits like “Wanted” and “I Want Crazy,” will perform at The Vine at Del Lago Resort and Casino in Waterloo, NY on Friday, July 19. The concert starts at 8:00 p.m. The genre-bending, platinum-selling artist first rose to fame with...
Ithaca's downtown and outskirts have brought in new business. What and where they are
If you’ve strolled through Ithaca lately you may have noticed a few unfamiliar faces, or familiar ones in a place that you’re not used to seeing them. That’s business, and the city recently had several new operations move in, offering new restaurant, retail, education and healthcare options to its visitors and residents.
Which food services passed or failed their health inspection: June 30 – July 6
SYRACUSE, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — The Onondaga County Health Department released its inspection reports for restaurants checked from June 30 through July 6. One food service received an unsatisfactory on their inspection:. Jamaka Flavor – 415 East Washington Street, Syracuse. Jamaka Flavor. This restaurant received 10 violations, with none...
Onondaga County will dump raw sewage into Ley Creek for days to fix leaking line
Syracuse, N.Y. -- Onondaga County will discharge raw sewage into Bear Trap and Ley creeks for up to a week as it repairs a leaking high-pressure sewer line. Work on what’s called the Ley Creek force main pipe will begin Monday. The 42-inch-diameter pipe has been leaking since June 6 where it crosses Onondaga Creek, just a few hundred feet from where the creek empties into Onondaga Lake. The line runs alongside the CSX Railroad bridge over the creek.
Microburst leaves trail of destruction in Montour Falls
MONTOUR FALLS, N.Y. (WETM) –One of the places in our area that is cleaning up right now after this week’s storms is Montour Falls. That’s where strong downward winds called a microburst hit parts of the village and forced some families out of their homes. John Parker lives in Rock Cabin Park in Montour Falls […]
‘Don’t Make My Brown Eyes Blue’ singer Crystal Gayle to perform at the Fair
SYRACUSE, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — The next performance announcement for the New York State Fair takes fans way back. Brenda Gail Webb, also known as Crystal Gayle, has been scheduled to play Chevy Court on August 28 at 1 p.m. Gayle released her first single, “I’ve Cried the Blue Right Out of My Eyes,” written by her sister […]
Tragic Homicide in Syracuse: Suspect Surrenders
(WNY News Now) – Syracuse, NY – A brutal homicide in Syracuse has left the community in shock as details of the investigation unfold. On July 15, 2024, at approximately 7:22 p.m., Syracuse Police Officers responded to 103 Riverdale Dr., Apt. 1, for a status check. Upon arrival, they discovered Kevin Works, born March 6, 1962, suffering from apparent injuries inflicted by a cutting instrument. Despite immediate medical attention from AMR paramedics, Works was pronounced dead at the scene.
Savings Forecasted To Bloom With Double Up Food Bucks At All Greenstar Locations
As July blossoms flourish, Greenstar Co-op’s FLOWER discount program is expanding amongst summer petals this season. On Wednesday, July 17th, the beloved Ithaca Grocery store welcomed Double Up Food Bucks, a state-wide initiative that lets shoppers purchase twice as much produce for their dollar. Politicians and food justice activists congregated briefly outside of Greenstar’s Cascadilla Street location to celebrate the launch of DUFB with live music and drinks.
Man pleads not guilty to shooting at officer in RPD car
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — The person accused of shooting at an occupied RPD patrol car pleaded not guilty. According to investigators, the marked car was stopped on Grape Street at Smith Street with its lights on when it was shot at least twice around 3:10 p.m. The officer inside was not injured. According to RPD, […]
One Dead, Another Injured After Crash on Route 17
State police have released the names of those involved in the fatal crash on Thursday afternoon in the Town of Owego. Police say a group of motorcycles was attempting to merge onto SR 17 from the Exit 66 on-ramp. Police say a tractor-trailer was already on 17 when one of the motorcycles collided with the tractor-trailer.
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