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Crews extinguish barn blaze in Harford
HARFORD, NY (CortacaToday) — A Cortland County barn is no more, after a fire. Multiple crews responded to the wooden structure on Route 221 in Harford Wednesday evening. The road was temporarily shut down as authorities fought the flames. No injuries were reported. The Harford Fire Department is thanking...
Annual Route 90 garage sale returns
HOMER, NY (CortacaToday) – Thousands of people hunting for a bargain or hidden treasure will make their way into Central New York this weekend. The annual Route 90 Garage Sale kicks off today, spanning 50 miles from Homer all the way to Montezuma. Plenty of vendors, bake sales, and barbecues are typically set up along the route. The official hours run from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. through Sunday, rain or shine, though some sales begin earlier and end later.
As Syracuse’s elected officials go mum on ‘good cause’ opt-in, advocates assemble coalition
New York State’s elected officials in April handed Syracuse and municipalities around the state a choice: whether to opt in to “good cause” eviction protections for tenants. Legislators intended for “good cause” to force landlords to provide a reason for evicting tenants and to prevent rent hikes...
Part of Court Street Building Falls to Sidewalk in Binghamton
A section of sidewalk in downtown Binghamton has been closed after part of a building's parapet wall fell on it. The city public works department erected barricades in front of the Court Street property on Tuesday. Public works department barricades in front of the former CVS Pharmacy store at 34...
Bookmobile gets books into the hands of kids over the summer
The Chenango Forks Bookmobile is making its way around the district this summer with one simple goal. "Our goal is to get books in the hands of kids throughout the summer that might not have access or don't have the time to get them and just to continue to develop that love of reading which gets us through the summer," explained Bookmobile committee member and volunteer Sara Brooks.
A library on Wheels Comes to the Chenango Forks District
CHENANGO FORKS, N.Y (WIVT/WBHG) – Summers are a busy time and the Chenango Forks Book Mobile wants to make it easier and more accessible for kids to read books during their summer break. The Chenango Forks Book Mobile is in its second year of providing free books to local kids living in the district. The […]
BU Athletic Director Gene Marshall Talks NIL, Provides Update on Potential Ice Hockey Team
Binghamton University Athletic Director Gene Marshall spoke with Fox 40 on his department's newest initiative to help students make money in the NIL (Name, Image and Likeness) era of college sports, its consequences and provided an update on the potential of bringing in an ice hockey team. "I think [NIL]...
Guthrie Lourdes Day of Wellness: A Community Health Fair
On Wednesday, July 31st, the Guthrie Lourdes Day of Wellness will bring together a variety of health and wellness resources to the First Presbyterian Church Health Fair, located at 2 Main Street in Johnson City. Among the highlights of the event will be the Guthrie Lourdes Mammo on the Move, a mobile mammography unit that provides vital screening services to women in the community, from 10am to 4pm.
Local Heroes Granted Free Admission to Animal Adventure
As a way to say thank you, Animal Adventure Park and Preserve is offering free admission to community heroes this weekend. First responders, military members, medical personnel, police officers, firefighters, nurses, and veterans can all receive free admission from Friday, July 26th to Sunday, July 28th. Guests can present their badge, ID, or other proof of employment for the perk. This offer is good at both Animal Adventure Park and The Preserve.
Spiedie Fest concert shakeup: This country singer won't be taking the stage
Spiedie Fest & Balloon Rally organizers have been forced to change the music lineup for the 40th annual event. Country singer Mitchell Tenpenny will no longer be performing at Spiedie Fest. Tenpenny had been scheduled to perform on Sunday, Aug. 4 at 7 p.m. He will be replaced by country singer Justin Moore,...
Woman And Her Mother Face Eviction From Their Historic Bed-Stuy Home After Court Approves Partition Sale
Ayisha and Phillipa Doyle outside their home. Photo by Anna Bradley-Smith. Ayisha Doyle and her mother are on the brink of eviction from their historic Bedford-Stuyvesant home after a New York City court approved a partition sale, putting their ownership in jeopardy. The turmoil began in 2017 when Doyle’s estranged...
Owego Hose Team Wins CNY Title
Owego Hose Teams, Inc. reclaimed the coveted Central New York firematic hose racing title at the 130th Annual Central New York Firefighter’s Association (CNYFA) convention held in Onondaga County, N.Y. last weekend. The races are timed events where firefighters test their skills. Teams of five members must connect nozzles...
Another Confirmed Tornado in New York Brings Total to 21
The tornadoes just keep coming. Another touched down in New York this week. A record number of twisters have ravaged the state over the last few weeks and the month isn't even over yet. On average, New York typically sees two tornados in July and about nine a year. Not...
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