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40 Central New York high school athletic departments earn state academic honors
Syracuse, N.Y. — The New York State Public High School Athletic Association (NYSPHSAA) announced this past year’s highest academic honors on Friday and Section III was well represented. In total, 40 athletic departments from the section were honored as either a school of distinction or a school of...
Labor union makes ‘no meaningful progress’ with Micron yet, but talks continue
Syracuse, N.Y. — A national labor union said it has made no “meaningful progress” in reaching an agreement with Micron Technology that would require the company to remain neutral if employees want to organize at the company’s proposed plants in Central New York. At the same...
Judge in Trump’s civil fraud case says he won’t recuse himself over ‘nothingburger’ encounter
NEW YORK (AP) — The New York judge who ordered Donald Trump to pay a nearly $500 million civil fraud judgment said Thursday he won’t step aside from the case, rebuffing concerns that the verdict was influenced by a brief conversation he had with another lawyer as a “nothingburger.”
Black leaders unveil Project 2025 counteroffer
Black leaders are presenting voters with an alternative to Project 2025, the controversial plan prepared by conservative groups to guide the next Republican administration. Project FREEDOM — orchestrated by Until Freedom, Live Free, MPower Action, Woke Vote and KAIROS Democracy Project (KDP) — will canvass, engage in calls and run pro-democracy digital campaigns to help…
CBP takes legal action to access Blind Bay
TOWN OF ORLEANS, New York (WWNY) - “Frustrated is an understatement in this scenario,” said Jake Tibbles. Blind Bay is home to dozens of species on land and underwater. It’s also the preferred site of a new Customs and Border Protection facility. “It’s disappointing. There is land...
SMH: State Supreme Court Justice Facing Removal After Threatening To Harm Black Teenagers
Unprofessional, rude, and disgusting: those are just some of the words to describe the behavior of State Supreme Court Justice Erin Gal who has captured national attention. She now faces possible removal from the bench after threatening a group of Black teenagers at a house party near Utica in the summer of 2022. Police bodycam ... Read more The post SMH: State Supreme Court Justice Facing Removal After Threatening To Harm Black Teenagers appeared first on Hollywood Unlocked .
2 Local Fire Departments Awarded Funding for Equipment, Training and Supplies
UTICA, N.Y. -- A few upstate fire departments in New York will soon receive a total of $665,310.24 in federal funding. The funding, which was announced by Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and Senator Kirsten Gillibrand, will support nine fire departments by providing protective gear, training and supplies for emergency personnel.
A tale of 2 rec centers in the town of Alexandria
ALEXANDRIA BAY, New York (WWNY) - Two topics that could have a major effect on recreation were discussed at this week’s town of Alexandria board meeting. The first concerns the recent sale of the 272-acre Bonnie Castle Stables and Rec Center. Town Supervisor Brent Sweet confirmed the derelict property...
Philadelphia school district faces federal complaint over antisemitism
The Anti-Defamation League (ADL) filed a federal complaint on Tuesday addressed to the US Department of Education’s Office of Civil Rights under Title VI alleging that antisemitism is rampant in the Philadelphia school district. Title VI or the Civil Rights Act of 1964, prohibits discrimination based on shared ancestry and provides for safe learning environments.
PuroClean of Sandhills Announces New Office Location in Carthage
PuroClean of Sandhills is delighted to announce the opening of its new office .This exciting development marks a significant milestone for the company, enhancing its ability to provide top-tier restoration services to the Sandhills community and surrounding areas. Strengthening Community Ties with Enhanced Service Delivery. The new office location in...
Wistar Institute Launches Center Dedicated to HIV Cure Research
Thanks to a $24 million institutional investment from Wistar, The Wistar Institute is building a new HIV Cure and Viral Disease Center dedicated to HIV research, according to a news release. Philadelphia-based Wistar is one of the top independent nonprofit institutions researching HIV, cancer, immunology and other infectious diseases. Wistar...
Lewis County woman faces numerous charges
CROGHAN, New York (WWNY) - The Lewis County Sheriff’s Office announced Friday that it has arrested a 43 year old Croghan woman on several charges. In a press release, deputies said Nicole Lyndaker violated a Lewis County family court ‘stay away’ order of protection in three separate incidents in the towns of Croghan, New Bremen and Martinsburg.
Emergency funding available for Lewis County business community
LOWVILLE, N.Y. (WWTI) – Lewis County businesses hurt by flooding earlier this month may be eligible for emergency relief assistance. Naturally Lewis and the Lewis County Development Corporation have created multiple funding opportunities for affected businesses in Lewis County. This is in response to the flooding and severe weather that occurred in mid-July. These programs […]
Croghan Man Charged with Criminal Contempt
VILLAGE OF CROGHAN-A 29 year old Croghan man was arrested early Saturday morning following an alleged domestic dispute in the Village of Croghan that reportedly occurred on Friday. New York State Police from the Lowville Barracks charged Daniel P. Monnat with one count of Criminal Contempt in the 2nd Degree-Disobeying a Court Order, a Class A misdemeanor. Monnat’s arrest status was listed as “central arraignment” and the incident was pending investigation as of Saturday morning.
Liverpool resident dies while on Army National Guard training mission in Alaska
Liverpool, NY - The day before Michael Scott Stone, 46, died while on a training mission in Alaska, he spoke by phone to his longtime girlfriend. Stone told her how he and a couple other friends had played some younger guys in a pick-up football game, and he’d won.
Paranormal Activity Abounds at Binghamton, New York American Legion
American Legion Post 80 in Binghamton, also known as The Leighton Mansion, has been rumored to be filled with paranormal activity activity for years. Dream Seekers Paranormal, known for their dedication to uncovering the supernatural, accepted the opportunity to investigate this beautiful historical site. And they were not disappointed. The...
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