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$500 Million Investment to Benefit Central NY Communities
The Green CHIPS Community Investment Fund, part of the Green CHIPS incentive agreement between Micron and Empire State Development (ESD), will begin accepting Letters of Intent on August 15. This $500 million fund is designed to boost Micron's $100 billion investment in New York, expected to create nearly 50,000 jobs in Central New York.
More NY school aid needed to address student poverty, special needs, health, advocates say
The clock is ticking louder for the Rockefeller Institute, which accepted the challenge of modernizing a formula used to distribute $25 billion in state dollars to New York's almost 700 school districts. For three hours on Tuesday, dozens of New Yorkers — from school superintendents to parents — told Rockefeller officials that New...
Toddler run over, killed in Seneca County driveway
Fayette, N.Y. — A toddler in Seneca County died after being run over by a vehicle in a Seneca County driveway. Troopers responded to Aunkst Road in Fayette around 4 p.m. Tuesday for a report of an accident involving a child. New York State Police said the driver backed...
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 — […]
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...
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.
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.
Active search for drowning victim resumes Monday in Sodus
SODUS, N.Y. — The Wayne County Sheriff's Office reports a personal injury boat collision on Sodus Bay in the Town of Sodus on Sunday, July 21. The investigation is into a type of speedboat, called a cigar boat, that was involved in a single boat collision, according to deputies.
‘More than just my baby’: Mother who lost son to violence hosts 15th annual Roc the Peace Fest to support grieving families
ROCHESTER, N.Y. — The 15th annual “ROC the Peace Fest” brought the community together to spread positivity and anti-violence on Saturday. The festival, hosted by ROC the Peace, featured free food, live entertainment, and fun for the community. The organization, founded by Sirena Cotton, provides resources to help stop the violence in Rochester.
Driver injured in I-90 crash involving tractor trailers
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) – A driver was injured after an accident involving two tractor-trailers on I-90 eastbound near Scottsville on Sunday. New York State Police say two tractor-trailers traveling eastbound on I-90 struck each other and one of the trucks exited the roadway, with the other coming to a stop on the right shoulder. One […]
Spencerport Canal Days – July 27 & 28
Perusing the food truck offerings is a highlight at the Spencerport Canal Days and this year’s line up will not disappoint. There are favorites that will make a return appearance and new food trucks to try. Returning this year are:. •Wraps on Wheels. •House of Whacks (macaroni and cheese)
Another Hudson Valley New York Discount Store Announces Closure
Another day, another long-standing Hudson Valley store announces their closure. This time, a popular discount shop with quite a few local stores has announced that they will be closing their doors at this Ulster County location for good. Just A Buck and Beyond, Kingston, To Shutter. A social media announcement...
Plea hearing set for man accused of hijacking tractor trailer on I-81
AUGUSTA COUNTY, Va. (ROCKTOWN NOW) – A plea date has been set for the man accused of trying to hijack a tractor-trailer on Interstate 81 last year before leading authorities on a high-speed chase. According to online records, an Augusta County Circuit Court judge selected August 29 as the...
TOWPD: Woman observed swerving towards oncoming in Old Forge allegedly drove while impaired with two children in back-seat
OLD FORGE- A woman from Oswego County is accused of impaired driving with two children in the vehicle, following reports of a traffic stop last week in the Western Adirondacks. Mindy S. Billman, 45, of Fulton, NY was arrested by the Town of Webb Police Department on the night of...
Governor Hochul, Mayor Adams, and NYC Comptroller Lander Announce $500 Million for Affordable Housing
Agreement Designates Monies From the Battery Park City Authority’s Joint Purpose Fund To Be Spent for Affordable Housing. Builds on Commitment to Address New York’s Housing Crisis by Increasing Housing Stock With Safer, More Affordable, Quality Homes, Reducing Housing Cost Statewide. (WNY News Now) – Governor Kathy Hochul,...
New York DOT: Scary Footage of Near Accident in Work Zone [VIDEO]
Late last week, the New York Department of Transportation (DOT) shared scary footage of a near-miss accident that happened in a work zone in Otsego, New York. The summer is a popular time for road work across New York state. There are numerous major roads across the Hudson Valley that are currently under construction or undergoing maintenance resulting in work zones.
2 Hudson Valley Courts to Get More Judges, Decrease Major Backlogs in New York
New York State Governor Kathy Hochul recently signed new legislation to address the major backlogs facing courts around the state. The latest legislation makes moves to decrease the intense backlog by adding more judges to these courts. New York Addresses Major Backlog in Family and Civil Court Cases. On Wednesday,...
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