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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.
Mount Upton man arrested for Butternuts accident
BUTTERNUTS, NY (WUTR/WFXV/WPNY) — A Chenango County man was arrested by New York State police for intentionally striking a vehicle in the town of Butternuts on Monday, July 22. Troopers were called to County Route 18 and State Highway 51 in the town of Butternuts at approximately 8 pm...
Update: Prepare for pea-sized hail with thunderstorms in Madison County Monday
An updated report was issued from the National Weather Service on Monday at 3:14 p.m. for strong thunderstorms until 3:45 p.m. for Madison County. Wind gusts of up to 40 mph and pea-sized hail (0.25 inches) are expected. "At 3:14 p.m., Doppler radar tracked a strong thunderstorm over Plymouth, or...
New country bar opens in Fairport. See the photos
Country Roads, a country-themed bar and restaurant, has opened in the The Cannery, an entertainment complex in the former home of the American Can Company in the Village of Fairport. Tim Parinello, who owns BluHorn Tequilaria in Pittsford and Henrietta Hots in Henrietta, is owner. "I really enjoy the experience at Bluehorn and we were looking to do something a bit bigger," he said. Oz Tozan is general manager and David Roderick is chef. ...
Update: Firefighters put out blaze at Ben Weitsman scrap yard in Geddes
Update, 10:23 a.m.: The fire at Ben Weitsman of Syracuse scrap facility in Geddes has been put out, officials said. The Solvay Fire Department responded to the fire at the scrap metal facility at 333 Bridge St., around 5:58 a.m., according to the department’s Facebook. The fire was put...
24-year-old man shot in the leg in Syracuse
Syracuse, N.Y. — A 24-year-old man was shot in the leg in Syracuse on Monday, police said. Around 9:42 p.m. police responded to Upstate University Hospital where a man with a gunshot wound on his leg was being treated police said. The man is expected to survive, police said.
A Central New York restaurant with multiple identities has closed, citing rising costs
Cicero, N.Y. — A restaurant that combined a quirky diner, a classic sports pub, a pizzeria and one of Upstate New York’s best-known wing brands has closed permanently. The Cicero Eatery at 7785 Frontage Road closed Sunday, said Robb Bidwell, who owns the business with partner Doug Balle. It opened in 2021 as a second location for Armory Square’s Modern Malt diner, then transitioned to the Cicero Eatery in March 2023.
Fast-food restaurant resurrects plan to move into plaza by Wegmans
It’s been seven years since fast-food giant McDonald’s proposed a plan to move into a shopping plaza in Clay. McDonald’s withdrew its application about 18 months after first submitting its proposal to build a restaurant in the Wegmans shopping plaza, off West Taft Road in Clay, said Clay planning officials.
Sheriff’s Office – Numerous Arrests at Walmart in Cortlandville Since Friday
There were numerous calls to Walmart in Cortlandville since Friday, July 19th, according to the Cortland County Sheriff’s Office. Charges from the arrests range from Petit Larceny to Criminal Contempt in the 1st. About 10 minutes after 6 in the evening on Friday, July 19th, officers responded to the...
Preble explores short-term rental regulations
PREBLE, NY (CortacaToday) — A Cortland County town is considering crafting rules for short-term rental properties. Preble is reviewing potential regulations. Town Supervisor James Doring is encouraging residents to give feedback. “We sent letters out to all property owners in the town last week,” he said. A public...
Upstate New York May Be Home To Mobster’s $130 Million Hidden Treasure
The search for a mobster's $130 million hidden treasure continues in the Hudson Valley and Upstate New York. Legendary mobster Dutch Schultz may have buried a fortune somewhere in Upstate New York. Pine Plains Business Is Named After Dutch Schultz. In September 2020, Dutch's Spirits opened on Harvest Homestead Farm...
Toxic Candy Found In New York Still For Sale, Many Hospitalized
Recalled candy, that may cause a fatal illness, is still available for sale in New York State. Many people have been hospitalized. The FDA continues to warn about candy from a California company that is getting many people sick across the United States, including in New York State. FDA: Destroy...
Upstate NYer Buys $10 Scratch-Off At Grocery Store Wins $3M
The New York Lottery has many scratch-off tickets to choose from. There are thousands and millions to win. You can spend anywhere from one to thirty dollars on a scratch-off ticket. The latest Capital Region lottery winner bought a ten-dollar scratch-off and cashed in big!. Which $10 New York Lottery...
Can You Get a DWI in New York if You Ride Your Bicycle Drunk?
In many states, a person who rides a bicycle while intoxicated could potentially face the same charges as someone who was driving a regular motor vehicle while drunk. The reasoning behind this is that the person on the bicycle is operating a "vehicle" while impaired, and therefore poses a threat to both themselves and others on the road.
Terrible Humidity Returns To New York As Next Heat Wave Nears
The humidity is returning to New York State and could bring more severe weather and a fourth heatwave. In early July, New York State was in the top 5 percent of most humid places on the planet. The humidity on July 10 in New York was worse than in Florida...
The Most Deadly Prison Riot In America Happened In New York
New York State has the notorious distinction of being the home of the deadliest prison riot in U.S. history. The 53rd anniversary of the tragedy is coming up in about a month and a half. The Attica Prison Riot, also known as the Attica Prison Rebellion, began on September 9, and ended on September 13, 1971, at the Attica Correctional Facility in Attica, New York. Attica is located at 639 Exchange Street in Wyoming County.
Harborfest, KRockathon, Arts & Crafts Festival: 18 things to do this week in Central NY
It’s a busy week in Central New York with local favorites returning to the area. Oswego’s Harborfest is known to draw in thousands from near and far to mingle and enjoy live entertainment on the waterfront. This year marks the festival’s 35th anniversary, and free shuttle rides to and from the festival site will be provided.
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