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Drunk driver crashes into pond outside of Auburn Bass Pro Shops
AUBURN, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — Just before 11 p.m. on July 20, the Cayuga County Sheriff’s Office was sent to the area of Finger Lakes Mall Drive and Clark Street Road for a car collision. At the scene, deputies found a black Ford F250 that had crashed into the...
Blood drives coming to the Southern Tier in August
SOUTHERN TIER, N.Y. (WETM) – As summer begins to close, the American Red Cross is hosting more blood drives throughout the Southern Tier in August to maintain the blood supply. According to the Red Cross, those with type O blood, as well as those who are willing to donate platelets, are especially needed to help […]
Spotted Lanternfly spotted in Finger Lakes, how vineyards are reacting
FINGER LAKES, N.Y. (WROC) — A population of Spotted Lanternfly has been confirmed by the New York State Department of Agriculture in Romulus, Seneca County, NY this week. This is the first such discovery of this invasive pest in the Finger Lakes wine growing region, and while this is news is unwelcome, it wasn’t unexpected […]
WellNow Urgent Care opens new facility in Cortland
CORTLAND, N.Y. — A new WellNow Urgent Care location is now open in Cortland. The full-service urgent care center will provide evaluation and treatment for a full range of non-life-threatening injuries and illnesses, as well as occupational medicine services. Open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. EST, patients can walk in or, if preferred, reserve a time online.
Victims identified in fatal two-car I-86 crash in Chemung
CHEMUNG, N.Y. (WETM) — New York State Police provided an update Monday morning and released the names of three victims who died in a two-car crash on Interstate 86 on Friday. According to state police, 36-year-old Steven A. Mallory, of Horseheads, 18-year-old Colin J. Ferrell, and 44-year-old Tiffany L. Ferrell both of Endicott, were pronounced […]
Meet Jax, WENY's Pet of the Week!
HORSEHEADS, N.Y. (WENY) -- Meet Jax, WENY’s Pet of the Week from the Pawz and Purrz Animal Rescue. Jax is four months old and is a Jack Russell Terrier that entered the shelter at just seven weeks old. Brenda Boynton says he is very active despite his latest diagnosis from the vet.
Top-prize TAKE 5 ticket worth over $14k sold in Brockport
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — A lucky person in Brockport won a top prize winning TAKE 5 lottery ticket! According to the New York State Lottery, a one-prize winning ticket worth was sold at the Wegmans on 4th Section Road. That ticket was worth $14,715. This was not the only ticket won in New York — […]
Geneva Library Hosts Henna Tattoo Event for Teen Summer Reading
The Geneva Public Library in Geneva, NY hosted a Henna Tattoo event on Friday. Some of the staff also participated in the fun. Miss Joy spent the afternoon creating amazing designs. The event was part of the library's Summer Reading program for teens. Source: Geneva Public Library. Source Type: Library.
"23rd Annual Cruisin' Night & Block Party in Geneva"
The Dove in Geneva, New York, is hosting the 23rd Annual Cruisin' Night & Block Party on Friday, the 26th of 2024. Folksinger Trevor Donlon will perform from 6 to 8 pm. Attendees can also get their own removable tattoo at the event. This community gathering will feature music, art, classic cars, and is promised to be a fun evening for friends and family. The event supports The Dove Block Project and aims to keep all programs and workshops free. The organizers encourage non-members to consider joining to further support the community. The event is tagged with #CruisinNight2024, #GenevaDowntown, #TheDoveBlock, #CommunityEvent, #LiveMusic, #ClassicCars, #ArthurDove, #TrevorDonlon, and #FamilyFun.
Wine Country Classic Boat Show dazzles with vintage vessels and watersport exhibition
HAMMONDSPORT, N.Y. (WENY) -- Boating enthusiasts gathered from all around for the conclusion of this year's Wine Country Classic Boat Show. The display of vintage vessels was accompanied by a watersports exhibition. The 41st annual Wine Country Classic Boat Show wrapped up on a high note with a watersports exhibition...
Syracuse residents can now buy a second trash cart from city if one isn't enough
Syracuse, N.Y. — If the 96-gallon trash cart Syracuse households received last year isn’t big enough, residents will soon be able to get a second container. But unlike the first round of carts the city delivered to 32,400 properties, the second ones won’t be free. Residents will have to pay $75 to cover the cost of the additional can.
Governor Hochul Awards Key Contract for Syracuse’s Transformative I-81 Project
(WNY News Now) – Syracuse – Governor Kathy Hochul announced the award of the fourth construction contract for the transformative Interstate 81 Viaduct Project. The award of the $313.5 million contract to CNY Alliance will begin construction on the Community Grid along streets on Syracuse’s eastside, in the former 15th Ward neighborhood. The Community Grid will replace the elevated highway in Downtown Syracuse and will relieve existing traffic congestion challenges in the city, while improving access to and from the interstate highway network and key destinations, including the downtown business districts, area hospitals, and higher education institutions.
Nonprofit seeks to launch Syracuse charter school for kids living in poverty
Syracuse, N.Y. — A Syracuse nonprofit that’s been providing tutoring and mentoring services to city children for 16 years is now looking to open its own publicly funded school, with the goal of helping students living in poverty. The group 100 Black Men of Syracuse has an application...
At least seven people shot, injured across Syracuse during violent weekend
SYRACUSE, N.Y. — At least seven people were injured from shootings across Syracuse during Saturday and Sunday, July 20-21. According to releases from Syracuse Police Department there were shootings on Sabine Street, Stone Court, Bradley Street and on Daisy Street throughout the weekend, two each on both Saturday and Sunday.
Scholarship Program Promises To Do More After Say Yes Graduate Nets Full Ride To Medical School
“What we want students to know is that they have a community behind them. What Say Yes is a reflection of the community coming together and figuring out how can we support students while they’re in school from kindergarten to twelfth grade by offering wrap-around supports and everything else.
Historic Pub in Syracuse Redefines “Family Owned”
NATURAL SOUND: Door opening. GERALDINE PAGLIA, REPORTER: Kevin Shulz took over Guilfoil’s in January of 20-18 from longtime owner Micheal Guilfoil the third. He went right to work to make some upgrades. KEVIN SCHULZ, GUILFOIL’S OWNER: Some stuff had to be done fast and drastic and somethings had to...
Confronting Syracuse’s Homeless Crisis
Jack McGuire: SOME SYRACUSE RESIDENTS WOULD SAY RISING RENTS AND HIGH MORTGAGE RATES ARE TO BLAME FOR THE PROBLEM. OTHERS WOULD CHALK IT UP TO THE EFFECTS OF RAMPANT DRUG USE. FOR JOHN BALLARD, IT’S A LITTLE BIT OF BOTH. John Ballard: I’m trying to work but I’m also...
Habitat for Humanity ReStore to reopen in Corning
STEUBEN COUNTY, N.Y. (WENY) – The Steuben County Habitat for Humanity Restore will reopen it's doors on August 9th, 2024 after a year long closure due to a fire in July 2023. Located at 3412 State Route 414 in Corning, the store is set to resume normal business hours.
Wildfire smoke arrives in Rochester: Wildfire map and air quality in your area
The hazy skies over Rochester to start the week are the result of Canadian wildfires hundreds of miles away. While the source of the smoke might be far away, the air quality impacts hit close to home. The air quality in the Rochester area was barely into the moderate category on the morning...
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