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DIRTcar 358 Modifieds Thunder Into Fourth of July Weekend With Stops at Can-Am, Weedsport
LAFARGEVILLE, NY – The DIRTcar 358 Modified Series has a busy Fourth of July weekend ahead, with two events in five days. First, the Series visits Can-Am Speedway in LaFargeville, NY, on Wednesday, July 3, for the Pabst Shootout. Drivers will battle in a 50-lap Feature paying $5,000-to-win. Then,...
Man helps older man escape Central NY house fire, but later younger man found dead in house
Victory, N.Y. — A 59-year-old man who helped a man escape a house fire early Tuesday morning in Cayuga County was later found dead in the house, troopers said. The fire at 12119 McNeeley Road in the town of Victory was reported at about 1:10 a.m. An initial investigation...
Peek inside one of Skaneateles Lake's most expensive homes on the market: 1782 Tamarack Trail
This Skaneateles Lake estate has 214-feet of lake frontage and has incredible panoramic views which include gorgeous sunrises and sunsets from inside the well-built Contemporary home. Finished in 2001, the home features tall ceilings, timber framing, a two-story stone fireplace, and a lot of natural light. If you purchase a...
Young Hiker Slips in and out of Consciousness While on Dangerous New York Trail
A hiker needed rescuing in Putnam County last week on one of the more dangerous trails in New York State. Young Hiker Slips In and Out of Consciousness on Breakneck Ridge. Every week, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation sends out a press release on their social media accounts and websites detailing all the big news from the previous week.
3 of New York’s Most Wanted Criminals Are From WNY
Have you seen any of New York State's 'Most Wanted Fugitives?' Three of them are from Western New York. They are considered armed and dangerous by the New York State Department of Corrections and Community Supervision's Office of Special Investigations. Under no circumstances should you try to apprehend any of these fugitives. The investigator's contact info in each case is below each photo. Some of these fugitives have been on the run for over a year. Each is presumed innocent until convicted in a court of law.
Important Tips To Travel Safely This 4th of July In New York
Over 60 million people are expected to hit the roads over the next few days. New York State Police says know these tips to keep you and your family safe. New York State Police want to remind all families to prioritize safety on the road as New Yorkers gear up to celebrate the 4th of July.
Man Stuck in New York Cave for Hours Rescued
A 20-year-old man had to be rescued from a cave in upstate New York. If you spend time hiking on any of the numerous trails across New York it's probably a good idea to avoid going into any caves you might come across because it could end up being a situation you aren't able to get yourself out of.
2024 Empire Farm Days Cancelled
Empire Farm Days, the long-running farm show in New York, has cancelled its 2024 event. The news was announced Wednesday, less than a month before the Aug. 1-3 event was to take place. "We have made the decision to postpone the 2024 event to give us time to properly rebrand...
The 5 Deadliest Tornados In New York State History
It has been reported that a possible tornado touched down in Western New York this week. While not confirmed by the National Weather Service, one woman posted pics on her social media of damage she believed to be from a tornado. While there was some slight damage, not every New...
Syracuse University Leads Higher Education Consortium as Part of $40M Award to Advance Central New York’s Semiconductor Manufacturing Capabilities
Syracuse University will play a leading role in advancing Central New York’s semiconductor manufacturing capabilities thanks to $40 million in new funds made available to the Buffalo-Rochester-Syracuse region through the U.S. Economic Development Administration’s Regional Technology and Innovation Hub. The new award for the New York Semiconductor Manufacturing and Research Technology Innovation Corridor (NY SMART I-Corridor) was announced yesterday by U.S. Senate Majority Leader Charles Schumer at a press conference in Syracuse hosted by INFICON. J. Michael Haynie, vice chancellor for strategic initiatives and innovation, spoke at the event, and Duncan Brown, vice president for research, represented the University as principal investigator on Syracuse University’s component of the Tech Hub award.
President of CNY youth soccer club charged with stealing over $50,000 from organization
Cicero, N.Y. – A president and coach of a Central New York youth soccer club has been charged with stealing over $50,000 from the group, troopers said. Paul R. Palucci, 36, was arrested on Tuesday and charged with second-degree grand larceny and first-degree falsifying business records after allegedly using his soccer club’s accounts for fraudulent charges, according to a news release from State Police.
Massive New York Ice Cream Recall: Many Popular Items May Kill
The recall includes Friendly’s, Hershey's and many other very popular national brands. The FDA confirmed the massive ice cream recall on Monday. Below are photos and names of some of the recalled products:. Note: these photos don't show every recalled item. CLICK HERE for the full list from the...
New York bill targets Glock switches, aims to halt sales of modifiable firearms
Rochester, N.Y. — Lawmakers and members of the firearms industry reacted to a recently introduced bill in the State Senate that seeks to combat the rise of "Glock-switches" by prohibiting the sale of convertible firearms. Irondequoit man accused of having 3D-printed Glock switches at his home | Rochester man...
New York Bans Gas Powered Lawn Equipment. Is Texas Next?
There's been a lot of movement lately in the United States about going electric for many different things powered by gas. We've seen a huge push for electric cars lately, and now some states are banning gas-powered lawn equipment. So, is Texas going to fall into that spot?. Here's what...
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