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How Did the Curiously Named Horseheads, New York Get Its Name?
Horseheads, a small Upstate New York town has quite an interesting story behind its name. The town was named after a mass burial of horses discovered here after the Sullivan-Clinton Campaign had ended. This campaign, led by General John Sullivan against the Iroquois and their British allies, had significant consequences for the area.
America’s ‘Best Small’ Hometown Is The ‘Loneliest’ In New York
A new report is very puzzling. It determined that the "best" small hometown in America, which is found in Upstate New York, is actually the loneliest place in the Empire State. Over 37 million Americans live alone and most one-person households nationwide are younger than 65, reports say. 24/7 Wall...
🚧 UPDATE: Drainage Improvement Works on NY 224 Impact Northbound Traffic 🚧
The time displayed is local to the original 511 traffic site in NewYork. Attention drivers in Schuyler County: Significant traffic updates have been announced for NY 224 in the Town of Catharine and the Town of Cayuta. On Monday, April 29, 2024, drainage improvements will necessitate the closure of all northbound lanes from the Town of Catharine; Town of Cayuta Line to NY 228; Odessa in Catharine. However, all southbound lanes will remain open to traffic. The work is scheduled from 7:30 AM to 3:00 PM. During this time, traffic will be managed by flaggers, and motorists are advised to use caution when traveling through the construction zone. Please plan your commute accordingly and consider alternate routes if possible to avoid delays.
⚠️ Update: Ongoing Bridge Rehabilitation Impacts Traffic on NY 414 in Corning
The time displayed is local to the original 511 traffic site in NewYork. Drivers in Corning should be prepared for traffic delays due to the ongoing bridge rehabilitation project on NY 414. This essential maintenance work is affecting both directions from Fulton Street; Ramp to Denison Parkway East; NY 352; START ROUTE NY 414. The project began on Tuesday, April 30th, 2024 at 08:00 PM and is expected to continue uninterrupted until Sunday, June 30th, 2024 at 06:00 AM. Current traffic adjustments include the closure of 1 left lane of 2 lanes headed southbound and 1 right lane of 2 lanes closed when traveling northbound. Motorists are advised to allow for extra travel time and to seek alternative routes if possible to avoid delays.
3 New York State Hometowns Among ‘Loneliest’ In United States
Do you live in one of the loneliest places in America? These hometowns are among the loneliest places to live. While doing research about the loneliest place in the Empire State, I quickly learned a number of locations in New York are lonely than more of America. 24/7 Wall Street...
How Did the Curiously Named Horseheads, New York Get Its Name?
Horseheads, a small Upstate New York town has quite an interesting story behind its name. The town was named after a mass burial of horses discovered here after the Sullivan-Clinton Campaign had ended. This campaign, led by General John Sullivan against the Iroquois and their British allies, had significant consequences for the area.
Chemung County Habitat for Humanity to hold Women Build 2024
ELMIRA, N.Y. (WETM) — Women from the Elmira area will be coming together to work on a Habitat for Humanity home during Mother’s Day weekend. Women Build 2024 invites women of all ages, backgrounds, and skill sets to spend a day serving their community while learning new skills, supporting other women, and having fun. This […]
Blood drive coming to Montour Falls next week
MONTOUR FALLS, N.Y. (WETM) – Schuyler County is sponsoring a community blood drive that will be coming to Montour Falls next week. The blood drive will take place on Tuesday, May 7, from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Schuyler County Human Services Building in conference room 120 located at 323 Owego Street. If […]
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