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New $3.5 million “canopy walkway” plan at Tanglewood Nature Center moves forward
BIG FLATS, N.Y. (WETM) – The Chemung County Planning Board has recommended approval for a proposal to build a “canopy walkway” at the Tanglewood Nature Center. The Town of Big Flats will now decide on granting final approval for the estimated $3.5-million-dollar project. The Tanglewood Nature Center has an Elmira mailing address, but the land […]
Oneida County legislator dies, remembered for her positivity and civic mindedness
Oneida County Legislator for District 12, Brenda McMonagle, died of breast cancer on July 27, leaving behind friends, family, colleagues and constituents that will miss her. She first took office in 2020. Oneida County Executive Anthony Picente Jr. made the announcement of McMonagle’s passing on Sunday, July 28 on social media. ...
New York Scammers Trying To Take Your Money As Your Kid Plays
New York State officials say all need to take these steps to protect their personal and financial data. The New York Department of State’s Division of Consumer Protection is issuing a warning to Empire State residents about risks associated with online gaming. Officials note that as online gaming and...
‘Historic Summit’ Held In Upstate New York
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul held an "historic summit" in Upstate New York. We've learned all the details about what happened. On Monday, Gov. Kathy Hochul convened leaders from the Indigenous Nations across New York State at the New York State Capitol in Albany in what's described as a "historic summit."
‘Operation Padlock to Protect’ statistics revealed as illegal cannabis shop busts continue across the city
As the city continued to see a surge in illegal cannabis shop busts, initiatives across the state are looking to bring them to a halt. ‘Operation Padlock to Protect’ aims to crack down on these illegal shops. On Wednesday, elected officials revealed statistics under the initiative across the state.
Governor Kathy Hochul announces $54M for Second Avenue subway expansion project
The Second Avenue subway expansion is back on track.Governor Katy Hochul has promised $54 million in state funds to pay for it.The congestion pricing pause led to concerns over how the MTA would pay to improve the subway system and keep it running.Now the governor is appearing to say the controversial congestion pricing toll will take effect at some point.Meantime, the money to fund this major expansion project is coming from discretionary funding from the state.The Second Avenue subway project, which was first introduced in 1929, and then finally broke ground in 2007, is designed to serve East Harlem with...
Health Officials Urge New York Residents: ‘Thoroughly’ Clean Fridge
Life-threatening recalls are forcing health officials to recommend New Yorkers "clean refrigerators thoroughly." The suggestion from the FSIS comes after a listeria outbreak linked to meat and veggies sold in New York State. Vegetables, Produce Recalled In New York. Three food retailers are issuing a major recall on vegetables and...
U.S. Light Energy Achieves Prestigious Recognition: Top Solar Developer Based in NY, Sixth in Nation for Community Solar
New York-based USLE also ranks 18th nationwide in all solar development, according to rankings just released by leading industry publication Solar Power World. LATHAM, NY, UNITED STATES, July 30, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- U.S. Light Energy (“USLE”), a distributed generation energy development company specializing in community solar and renewable energy solutions, today announced it has been named the top solar developer based in New York, and the nation’s sixth-largest developer of community solar, in annual rankings just released by Solar Power World, the premier publication covering the U.S. solar market.
Suspended Central NY judge tried to downplay her racially insensitive comments: ‘I don’t see color’
New Hartford, N.Y. – A Central New York Supreme Court justice tried to minimize her comments at a graduation party that she admitted showed an appearance of racial bias, her testimony to a state commission shows. Erin P. Gall, a judge based in Oneida County, was suspended with pay...
Preschooler in New York Traumatized by Blood-Stained Burger King Meal
A mom from western New York says her 4-year-old daughter was traumatized and won't eat any food after a horrifying visit to Burger King, where the little girl (and mom) found actual blood splattered all over the food wrapper and meal. It's Not Ketchup!. According to the New York Post,...
Father arrested for the death of 4-year-old child in DeWitt
DEWITT, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — The father of 4-year-old Rykelan Brown from DeWitt was arrested for the death of his child on Tuesday, July 30, the Onondaga County Sheriff’s Office announced. Joshua Emmons is charged with manslaughter and endangering the welfare of a child after his son died on...
Listeria confirmed in Onondaga County after Boar’s Head recall
SYRACUSE, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — The Onondaga County Health Department wants everyone to check their refrigerators for Boar’s Head deli meats. On July 26, a national recall was issued after multiple products were infected with a bacteria that possibly caused Listeria Monocytogenes infections. According to the health department, one case has been confirmed in Onondaga County. […]