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Timothy Ropas of Malone, NY found guilty of kidnapping
MALONE, N.Y. — A Malone man could spend the rest of his life behind bars after he was convicted of kidnapping. A Franklin County jury found 29-year-old Timothy Ropas guilty of several charges including kidnapping, burglary and criminal possession of a weapon in a trial held earlier this month.
REPORT: Damages from flash flooding in Lowville and Lewis County may flirt with $50 million, sources say
LOWVILLE- The recovery and rebuilding efforts charge onward in the village of Lowville, NY and Lewis County community in the wake of some devastating weather earlier this month and the latest reports suggest that public infrastructure damages may end up flirting upwards of $50 million. If you drive through the...
Three injured in collision between car and harvester in Jefferson County
LERAY, N.Y. (WWTI) – Three people suffered minor injuries when a harvester rear-ended a car in the town of Le Ray. State police responded around 6 p.m. Monday, to US Route 11 at the intersection of State Route 342 in the town of Le Ray for a personal injury accident. A preliminary investigation revealed that […]
Carr Gets His First Win at Phoenix Bass Fishing League Event at St. Lawrence River
MASSENA, N.Y. (July 22, 2024) – Boater Ethan Carr of Massena, New York, caught a five-bass limit weighing 24 pounds, 10 ounces, Saturday to win the MLF Phoenix Bass Fishing League (BFL) Presented by T-H Marine on the St. Lawrence River. Hosted by the Town of Massena, the tournament was the second event of the season for the BFL Northeast Division. Carr earned $3,335 for his victory.
Bear Terrifies Upstate New York Campers, Campers Ticketed
Upstate New York campers who called for help with a bear ended up getting caught doing something illegal. On Tuesday, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation released its "DEC Forest Rangers – Week in Review" report which highlights "Recent Statewide Forest Ranger Actions." Bear Encounter: Village of...
NY school districts ranked 1 to 678 by full value tax rates: See highest, lowest in CNY
The school district with the highest full value property tax rate in New York in 2023 was Levittown in Nassau County on Long Island, according to data from the state Comptroller’s Office. The rate there was $33.38 per $1,000 of the full taxable value of property in the district....
New York Ranks 8th In Access To Mental Health Services: Study Reveals
The newest study by a behavioral health treatment center, The Dawn Rehab, has revealed some exciting news for New York!. It turns out that the state ranks eighth for access to mental health services. As support for mental health awareness and advocacy continues to grow, it's heartening to see that New York is stepping up to the plate in creating accessible support systems for those in need.
Stewart’s Shops Announces New Summer Goodies
This fan favorite, New York business has over 350 shops in New York state and Vermont. They have won the 'Top Workplace Award'. Stewart's Shops also has over 95,000 followers on Facebook. It's not a surprise that New Yorkers love Stewart's Shops for their gas, ice cream, new merchandise and more.
Governor Hochul Hosts Round Table Discussions to Address Cellphone Use in Schools
At today's round-table hosted at Windsor High School by Governor Kathy Hochul, local representatives, and area educators talked about challenges faced when it comes to teaching and trying to engage students in today's era of technology. "So this is what's happening with access to cell phones and this is how...
Northern Lights Will Be Visible Tonight In New York State
Once again we will have a chance to see the Northern Lights here in New York. The Northern Lights could be very faint so the chances are that you will need a camera to see them. WHAT IS THE AURORA BOREALIS?. The Northern Lights or Polar Lights happen when the...
Lewis County to have rabies bait drop in early August
LOWVILLE, N.Y. (WWTI) – The Lewis County Department of Public Health has been notified by the New York State Department of Health that a rabies bait drop will occur in several Lewis County towns in the first week of August. Starting on August 2, United States Department of Agriculture, Wildlife Services will be will be distributing […]
Experts: workforce changing, so are apprenticeships
CANTON, New York (WWNY) - Apprenticeships, which are often the ticket to a first job, are changing. That’s according to experts who spoke Monday at SUNY Canton during an event about apprenticeships in manufacturing. Manufacturing business representatives from around the north country learned the value of apprenticeships in the...
Another Major Heat Wave to Scorch Central New York Next Week
Get ready to get blasted by scorching temperatures and uncomfortable humidity because some of the hottest temperatures of the summer are around the corner. The National Weather Service confirmed Central New York will bake again with the fourth heat wave of the summer arriving early next week. Currently, they're calling for temperatures to be back in the 90s, courtesy of all the hot air blowing in from the western part of the country.
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