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New York State Police Warn About Underhanded and ‘Sophisticated’ Scam
Scams are unfortunately nothing new in the Hudson Valley or the surrounding New York area. Luckily, law enforcement is working hard to stay one step ahead of the criminals looking to make a score. This week, New York State Police (NYSP) are warning residents about a new "sophisticated" scam targeting...
Schumer announces $40M to make I-90 a 'semiconductor superhighway'
New Yorkers can start call I-90 the "semiconductor superhighway." Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer already is after announcing a $40 million investment through the CHIPS Act that is coming to the state. “In a few years, a quarter of all the chips manufactured in the United States will be along...
Big Fish Summer – Rory Yaw’s lake trout
ELMIRA, N.Y. (WETM) – The first edition of 18 Sports’ Big Fish Summer is here for 2024. Congratulations to 9-year-old Rory Yaw who caught this four pound lake trout from Seneca Lake in May. Yaw kicks off a whole summer again dedicated to local fishing and your catches sponsored by Valley Wholesale Bait & Tackle […]
Cincinnatus Town Park sees summer additions
CINCINNATUS, NY (CortacaToday) — Cincinnatus Town Park has some new amenities. A barbecue grill and four picnic tables were recently set up. The tables will soon get a fresh paint job. The pavilion at the park was also recently painted. In related news, Stewart Park in Ithaca has a...
Elmira Mayor retires from Chemung County Sheriff's Office
ELMIRA, N.Y. (WENY) -- Elmira Mayor Dan Mandell retired from his position at the Chemung County Sheriff's Office after over 30 years in the organization, according to an announcement on Facebook Tuesday. Mandell, a Corrections Officer with the department, started working at the Chemung County Jail in 1988. He was...
Warm & Humid 4th of July!
Temperatures will climb well into the 80s on the 4th of July and with humidity levels on the rise, it'll feel more like the lower 90s. Limited moisture will be in place during the day with the chance for isolated showers, otherwise expect hazy sunshine. Similar conditions are likely on Friday with a better chance for scattered thunderstorms late Friday as a front passes through. Drier conditions are likely over the weekend.
Two cars crash at Downtown Elmira intersection
ELMIRA, N.Y. (WETM) — Two vehicles were involved in a crash on the Clemens Center Parkway on Wednesday evening. The cars crashed at the intersection of East Gray Street and the Clemens Center Parkway at around 7 p.m. on July 3. An Elmira Police Officer told an 18 News Reporter at the scene that one […]
"Summer swim lessons at YMCA in Ithaca, NY"
The YMCA of Ithaca & Tompkins County in Ithaca, NY is offering swim lessons for all levels of swimmers this summer. The classes are open to everyone and provide a great opportunity to improve your swimming skills. To learn more and sign up for lessons, visit the link in the YMCA's bio on Facebook. #Swim #Summer #YMCA.
Update: Rain may not dampen prime fireworks time
The chances for rain for the area are not as surefire as they were a few days ago. In fact it looks like the rain will stay at bay for most of the day. That is a positive change for fireworks displays across the Southern Tier. Hooray! There is a weak cool front scooting in […]
July 4th fireworks and food, no recycling or bus service
City, town, and village offices, banks, and post offices are closed on Thursday for the Independence Day holiday, and many stores and restaurants are closed or have shorter hours for the 4th of July. There won’t be Ithaca Community Fireworks or Lansing Myers Park fireworks shows this year, and the...
Delta Air Lines plane forced to make emergency landing at JFK after passengers served 'spoiled' food
Passengers were met by medics after a Delta Airlines flight from Detroit to Amsterdam was forced to divert to JFK because people on board had been served 'spoiled' food
Geared for Growth: Craft Cannery Brings Family Recipes to the Marketplace with Contract Manufacturing Services
Guglielmo explained. Craft Cannery first opened in early 2020 and grew throughout the pandemic. “It was tough because it was hard to find supplies, but it was not a terrible time to start a business selling shelf stable pantry items,” Pauly shared. He noted that early on, it was a good time for their business to not be able to keep products on the shelf.
Health officials back ‘groundbreaking’ new drug for Alzheimer’s treatment
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) – The FDA has approved a new drug for Alzheimer’s Disease, which is said to be groundbreaking toward treatment in a patient’s early stages. The drug, known as Kisunla, is manufactured by Eli Lilly. It’s a monthly IV injection for those with an early Alzheimer’s diagnosis. Health officials tell News 8 it […]
Fecal bacteria advisories issued for NJ beaches: How to find water test results for Monroe County
After five Five Jersey Shore beaches went under advisories for high levels of fecal bacterial this week and a north country state park kept Lake Ontario off limits to swimmers during the last week in June, Upstate New Yorkers may be wondering if it's safe to swim in nearby lakes and rivers this summer.
‘I thought the new cart felt weird’ Walmart customer agrees after shopper points out flaw – she even has picture-proof
A WALMART shopper shared picture proof as to why she disliked shopping at the retailer. Jayne Jones Sullivan explained why the store’s new carts made it uncomfortable to do her shopping. The shopper said she typically does not visit Walmart but recently had a few reasons to go in-store. “I hate shopping at Walmart and […]
Bradford County crash sends one to hospital
WARREN TOWNSHIP, BRADFORD COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — 28/22 News has more information Wednesday about a motorcycle crash in Bradford County that sent one person to the hospital. Officials say crews were called to Leraysville Road, in Warren Township just before 2:00 p.m. on June 28. Officials say 65-year-old Robert Bromley entered the wrong lane while riding […]
Erwin named Pro-Housing Community by New York State
ERWIN, N.Y. (WETM) — The Town of Erwin announced that it was designated as a New York State Pro-Housing Community. New York State started its Pro-Housing Community program last July to reward local governments that are working to address the state’s housing crisis. Pro-Housing Community certified municipalities are eligible to apply for funding programs that […]
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