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Western and Central New York aren't Tornado Alley, but they have felt that way in July
The movie "Twisters" opened to a healthy box office this weekend, following in the tradition of its predecessor "Twister" that was in theaters 28 years ago. Neither movie was set in upstate New York, but given the violent storms our region has seen this month, one might be forgiven for imagining a future such movie telling a story rooted in Western or Central New York.It used to be that wintry weather kept Democrat and Chronicle journalists the busiest, but this year, it's been summer storms that have proved alarming. That's been especially true in Canandaigua recently.Writes D&C News of Now reporter Victoria E. Freile in this story last week tallying up the number of twisters:
New York state civil service: These are the salaries for exams open through August
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — The New York state Department of Civil Service (DCS) has released its July through August application schedule for New York’s entry-level civil service exams, and some jobs pay better than others. The open-competitive exams are an opportunity to start a career in New York...
Late bedtimes and not enough sleep can harm developing brains – and poorer kids are more at risk
Emily C. Merz, Colorado State University and Melissa Hansen, Colorado State University. Shorter sleep and later bedtimes are linked to potentially harmful functional changes to parts of the brain important for coping with stress and controlling negative emotions, our recently published research found. And children in families with low economic resources are particularly at risk.
Truck Gets Stuck Under Bridge in New York State [PIC]
A large truck hit an underpass in New York state, shutting down traffic in both directions. The same railroad bridge has quite a history when it comes to impacts as well. In fact, this is the very same bridge that was struck three times in just one weekend back in late April.
New Yorkers warned of texting scam imitating E-ZPass & Tolls by Mail
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) – The New York State Thruway Authority is warning residents about a texting scam imitating E-ZPass and Tolls by Mail via text message. Residents are told that E-ZPass and Tolls by Mail will never send anyone an email or text requesting sensitive, personal information such as social security, credit card number, usernames, […]
Fund to Aid Children Harmed at Birth Hasn’t Kept Promises, Families Say
The birth had been long and difficult. Denise Olivio requested a cesarean section, she said, but was rebuffed until a doctor decided it was an emergency. The baby, GianRaul, came out purple, and it took doctors 15 minutes to locate his heartbeat. Hours later, Olivio and her husband — exhausted but relieved that their son had survived — said they saw their doctor and midwife being pulled aside by a man in a suit who they believed was the hospital’s lawyer.
Food, fun, entertainment at 'Taste of Lebanon'
DEERFIELD — Saint Louis Gonzaga Maronite Catholic Church's “Taste of Lebanon,” presented by Lewiston Properties, will take place Thursday through Saturday, July 25-27, at Deerfield Fireman's Field on Trenton Road. There will be a live food demonstration, “Grape Leaves & Hummus,” hosted by Layla and Elias Zeina...
WATCH AT 3 P.M.—Rome Tornado Response Press Conference
ROME, N.Y. -- County Executive Anthony J. Picente Jr. and Rome Mayor Jeffrey Lanigan will provide an update on tornado response and recovery efforts, covering cleanup, power restoration, road access and financial aid for individuals and businesses. NEWSChannel 2 will stream the press conference live here at 3 p.m. (Click...
JULY 22: Rome Tornado Relief Services
ROME, N.Y. -- Nearly a week into the cleanup from last week's devastating tornado that struck Rome, local organizations are offering services to those still in need. The following information was posted to the City of Rome's Facebook page:. Monday, July 22:. Connected Community Schools at 207 N. James St.—breakfast...
Man With History Of Stalking & Harassing Young Girls Seen In Central New York
An urgent warning after a man with a history of stalking was seen harassing a number of underage girls in Central New York. Kayleigh Burgess, the assistant manager from the Planet Fitness in Rome said a guy was harassing her and numerous other girls at the gym. "He told me I caught his attention because of my birth year on my necklace which makes me 26 years younger than him."
Thousands receive meals, health care, mental health services in Rome after tornado
Rome, N.Y. -- Hundreds of people lined up in Rome Sunday seeking meals and essential health and human services after the destruction of their homes and businesses by a tornado Tuesday. Two mobile operations were set up this weekend to provide residents with services for public assistance, health and mental...
Rome church welcomes nearby Presbyterian church after storm damage
SYRACUSE, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — Typically on Sunday mornings, you could spot Brittney Cataldo at Rome’s First Presbyterian church for their worship service. But this past week’s First Presbyterian Church Sunday service was hosted at Zion Episcopal church. “Since the tornado, we have not been able to go...
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