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Alternative justice basketball program returns to Queens prison
For the second year in a row, a unique initiative that looks to steer teens away from the criminal justice system and help rehabilitate those already in it took a trip to Queensboro Correctional Facility in Long Island City. Flames, a pro bono program that operates in New York State...
Man Dies After Collins Motorcycle Crash
A motorcycle crash in the Town of Collins has claimed a life. State Police on patrol saw a motorcycle off Zoar Valley Road near Otto Road shortly before 12:30 PM Saturday and determined that the motorcycle was traveling east on Zoar Valley Road when it lost control after running over gravel and ultimately struck a ditch. Troopers say this caused the operator, 68-year-old Mark Burkholder of Amherst, to be thrown from the motorcycle. Troopers applied live-saving measures on scene and were later assisted by Gowanda EMS for his head and neck injuries. Burkholder was transported to Bertrand Chaffee Hospital in Springville, but was ultimately pronounced dead. His body was transported to the Erie County Medical Examiner's Office for a pending autopsy.
Local Gardens Recognized in NCCF's 5th Annual Bloom Project
A total of 135 area homeowners were recognized in the 5th annual Bloom Garden Recognition Project by the Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation this summer. NCCF teamed up with dedicated community volunteers from Cassadaga, Forestville, Lily Dale and Silver Creek on the project that celebrates the passion and commitment of residents who enhance the beauty and vibrancy of the northern Chautauqua region through their gardens and landscaping efforts. Open to all communities in northern Chautauqua County, Bloom continues to foster a sense of pride and community spirit.
Pa. firefighters return home after battling Bulldog Fire in Idaho
HARRISBURG, Pa. — After being away from home for nearly three weeks, 20 wildland firefighters are finally back in Pennsylvania. “When you’re away for 20 days and you haven’t seen your family in so long, I think everyone is excited to be back," said Troy Stimaker, a crew boss for the Pa. Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR).
DiNapoli Audit Critical of Falconer Central School District's Budgeting Practices
A state audit has found that the Falconer Central School District did not properly manage its fund balance and reserves from July 2020 through April 2024. New York State Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli says the audit found that Falconer School Board and district officials failed to implement corrective action despite audits from 2009 and 2016 that identified similar deficiencies. According to DiNapoli, district officials' budgeting practices resulted in the district levying more real property taxes than needed, a significant accumulation of surplus fund balance in excess of the statutory limit and missed opportunities to lower real property taxes.
33-year-old pays $2,100/month to live with 23 roommates in Brooklyn—take a look inside
In a city as notoriously expensive as New York, it's common to see people in their late 20s and early 30s living with roommates to help manage the high cost of living. But Ishan Abeysekera has taken that to the next level with his current living situation in Brooklyn: a communal building that he shares with a whopping 23 other people.
Lakers Drop Opener to Pitt
Pittsburgh, Pa. - The Mercyhurst Men's Soccer team opened their 2024 campaign with a matchup against Pitt. This was the first ever Division 1 Men's Soccer game for the Lakers. Two second half goals were the difference in a 2-0 loss for the Lakers. How it Happened. After a scoreless...
Warning: ‘Do Not Touch’ These Venomous New York Caterpillars
An eagle-eyed Hudson Valley hiker recently spotted one of the coolest caterpillars in New York State... then came the warnings. Caterpillars can be a touchy subject in New York. From the spongy moth caterpillar catastrophe earlier in the summer to the fickle weather predictions of the woolly bear caterpillar, these little insects can cause quite a fuss. Some, however, can be dangerous.
Free Overdose Awareness Week Event Today In Western New York
International Overdose Awareness Day is coming up on August 31st but today Spectrum and Human Services will hold their fourth annual "Not One More: Stand Together to End Overdose" event. READ MORE: HERE IS WHAT THE OLD FARMER'S ALMANAC IS PREDICTING FOR THE 2024-25 WINTER SEASON IN NEW YORK. The...
NY weather: Be prepared for dense fog in New York until Monday morning
A weather alert was issued by the National Weather Service on Monday at 5:55 a.m. for dense fog until 9 a.m. for Montgomery, Saratoga, Schoharie, Schenectady, Albany, Rensselaer, Greene, Columbia, Ulster, Dutchess, Warren and Washington counties. "Locally dense fog is occurring around rivers, swamps, lakes and wet lands this morning....
The Great Winter Reveal for New York State
The Old Farmer's Almanac has been predicting the seasons for more than 225 years. What's winter have in store for New York State?. It looks like the same thing we've been seeing for the past several seasons - mild & dry. In the Northeast, including New York a "gentler-than-normal season that’s not so rough and tough," is being forecasted.
Saturday “Big Money” Powerball Winner In New York
Saturday was a good night for one Powerball player in New York. The New York State Lottery announced that one "Big Money" winning ticket from Saturday's Powerball drawing was sold in New York. That ticket matched four out of five numbers and also had the Powerball, plus the ticket had...
As Hochul considers phone ban, here are creative ways some schools are trying to reengage students
As Gov. Kathy Hochul considers a phone ban in New York schools, some districts nationwide are finding creative ways to steer students' attention back to class.Educators say their tried and true lesson plans are no longer enough to keep students engaged at a time of struggling mental health, shortened attention spans, reduced attendance and worsening academic performance. At the crux of these challenges? Addiction to cell phones.Cell phone bans are gaining traction, but many say they're not enough. They argue for alternative stimulation: steering students outdoors or toward extracurriculars to fill time they might otherwise spend alone online. And students...
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