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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…
GreenStar workers seek to unionize
ITHACA, N.Y. — Workers at GreenStar Food Co+op’s flagship store have launched an union organizing effort, largely driven by a desire to expand employees’ voice in the operation of the grocery store. The union drive’s organizers sent a letter to GreenStar’s management and council, or board of...
Racker Rivals Big Red charity game returns Saturday
ITHACA, N.Y. (WETM) – A special local charity game will celebrate a decade of giving back. (Photo Courtesy: @RackerAgency, Cornell Athletics) For the 10th time, Cornell University’s Hockey program will team up with the Racker Agency, helping local children with disabilities. This Saturday, the Racker Rivals Big Red charity game returns to Lynah Rink, with […]
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 .
Collegetown landlord makes big buy on Oak Avenue
ITHACA, N.Y. — A prominent Collegetown developer and landlord is expanding his portfolio with the multi-million purchase of a pair of apartment houses in the neighborhood’s inner core. “Urbano Holdings LLC” paid $4.5 million for 113 Oak Avenue and 117 Oak Avenue, according to a July 23 deed...
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.
Newark Valley Summerfest set for Saturday
The Newark Valley Summerfest is set for this Saturday at Trout Ponds Park. The annual event will feature live music, food, a dunk tank and games, vendors and more. Vendors will be open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., with the parade set for 10 a.m., the duck race at 4:30 p.m. and a fireworks show at 9:15 p.m.
Toddler Airlifted By LifeNet After Ingesting Gasoline in Freetown – Expected to Survive
A toddler was airlifted by LifeNet to a pediatric hospital after ingesting gasoline, the Marathon Area Volunteer Ambulance Corps (MAVAC) said in a release. The call came in around 11 in the morning on Friday, July 26th in the Town of Freetown. Members of MAVAC, the Marathon Fire Department, and New York State Police responded.
Broome County DA's Office Hosts Pizza in the Park
Over at Floral Avenue Park in Johnson City, Broome County District Attorney's office teamed up with Johnson City Police and Broome County Sheriff's Office for "Pizza in the Park" on Friday, July 26. Families from the community got free pizza and complimentary youth bike helmets. Through food, safety gear, and...
Vacant houses demolished to improve local neighborhoods
Binghamton, N.Y. (WIVT/WBGH) — The Broome County Land Bank is continuing its trend of brightening up neighborhoods with the the removal of another eye sore. Earlier this week the land bank demolished in 8 and 8 and a half Cypress Street in the City of Binghamton. The Land Bank says the properties have sat vacant […]
7 Brew’s Second Binghamton-Area Stand Now Under Construction
Work has started at the site of the next 7 Brew drive-thru coffee stand in Broome County. Buono Construction is the contractor for the project at 1322 Upper Front Street in the town of Chenango. Site preparation was underway for a 7 Brew coffee stand in the town of Chenango...
Sayre man sentenced more prison time after causing $6,000 in damages to prison facilities
WEST BURLINGTON, Pa. (WETM) — A Sayre man was sentenced to more prison time after documents from the Bradford County District Attorney’s Office claimed he caused thousands of dollars in damages to prison property. Documents say that 49-year-old Patrick L. Ferro was sentenced to a minimum of 30 days to a maximum of 23 months […]
Waverly man sentenced on fraud charges after $700 stolen card shopping spree
WAVERLY, N.Y. (WETM) — A Waverly man was sentenced to prison time after a release from the Bradford County District Attorney’s Office states he’s responsible for buying nearly $700 in items with a stolen debit card. According to documents, 41-year-old Alan Craig White Jr. was sentenced to a minimum of six months to 23 months […]
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