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Schumer’s office calls report he told Biden to drop out ‘idle speculation’
The office of Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) on Wednesday criticized reporting from ABC News that the New York Democrat told President Joe Biden during a one-on-one meeting this weekend to drop out of the race. Schumer’s office did not explicitly deny the reporting but labeled it “idle speculation” of a private conversation. “Unless […]
AOC blasts Ramaswamy after RNC speech criticizing progressives: 'Try giving a damn about other people'
New York Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez blasted Vivek Ramaswamy for his speech at the Republican National Convention, ridiculing his message to college students. "And our message to Gen Z is this. You're going to be the generation that actually saves this country. You want to be a rebel? You want to be a hippie? You want to stick it to the man? Show up on you college campus and try calling yourself a conservative," Ramaswamy said as he concluded his address.
Prairie Fruits Farm earns medals in national cheese competition
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — Prairie Fruits Farm and Creamery achieved grate-ness at the American Cheese Society Annual Competition this year. Competitors traveled to Buffalo, New York to face off against both small farmsteads and multinational manufacturers in producing American-made cheeses. Prairie Fruits Farm and Creamery entered four categories and earned medals in each one — […]
BIRTHDAY CANDLES Serves Up a Slice of Life at Chautauqua Theater Company (through Sunday)
THE BASICS: BIRTHDAY CANDLES, a play by Noah Haidle, presented by the Chautauqua Theater Company (CTC), in the Bratton Theater. Performance Dates Tue – Sun through July 21 all days at 2:30 except for Wednesday 7/17 at 4:00. For details, visit tickets.chq.org/landing.html. NOTE: BIRTHDAY CANDLES may not be suitable...
State Police arrest a man for public lewdness in Walmart
LOCKPORT, N.Y. — The New York State Police say they arrested a 45-year-old Lockport man for alleged public lewdness while in the electronics section of Walmart. Troopers were called to the Walmart on South Transit Road in Lockport on July 15 just after 9pm for a report of a man watching inappropriate videos on a display phone in the store's electronics section, and acting inappropriately while sitting in an electronic scooter.
Letting Freedom Ring on Beach 133rd
Beach 133rd, the self-proclaimed “Best Block on the Rock” celebrated its annual July 4th parade and breakfast for Independence Day. The newest neighbors, The Gabbert Family, were welcomed to the block as neighbors wished Larry and Ellen Gray health and happiness in their new home in Breezy. What a great way to kick off the summer!
Alfred State featured in Higher Education Review magazine
Alfred State agricultural programs of the top ten “most promising” colleges in the nation. From Alfred State College, pictured is a Alfred State student work with the animals on the college farm. Alfred State College’s agriculture programs were recently featured as the cover story in an international publication,...
Warrant Arrest in Dayton: Man Apprehended After Sheriff’s Patrol Check
(WNY News Now) – Dayton – Sheriff Timothy S. Whitcomb reported an arrest incident involving Duane A. Walter, 37, of Hinsdale, NY, who was apprehended on July 13, 2024, following a welfare check by deputies on RT 62 in Dayton. Deputies from the Sheriff’s Office were conducting routine...
List released on state prison closings
ALBANY, New York (WWNY) -The north country’s three prisons were spared from being shut down by the state. The list released to the union representing state corrections officers by the state Department of Corrections and Community Supervision doesn’t include Cape Vincent, Gouverneur, or Riverview correctional facilities. It names...
Finger Lakes’ Weis Vineyards named New York’s ‘Winery of the Year’
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — A popular winery in the Finger Lakes region has been named the Winery of the Year at the 38th Annual New York Wine Classic. Weis Vineyards, located in Hammondsport, was honored with the award for Winery of the Year and the Governor’s Cup for its 2018 Reisling Ice Wine. The New […]
Heading To Dierks At SPAC? Get Hired With NYS Law Enforcement
If you are heading to the Dierks Bentley show at Saratoga Performing Arts Center tonight (Thursday, July 18th) you will not only see an amazing country show, but you could apply for one of the many jobs offered through New York State law enforcement. If you are interested in a...
Blade collapse, New York launch and New Jersey research show uneven progress of offshore wind
New Jersey officials said they would make nearly $5 million available for scientific research projects to document current environmental conditions in areas where wind farms are planned, as well as to predict and prevent potential harm to the environment or wildlife.
Finz & Finz: Family-Run LI Personal Injury Law Firm Fighting for the Little People for 40 Years and Counting
When it comes to a law practice, the stereotypical vision that pops into most people's minds – often ushered in via movies and television shows – is that they are the very embodiment of soulless, ambulance-chasing corporate greed, but the reality is that many people enter the legal field not for their own benefit, but to actually help others.
New Federal Funding Announced for Firefighters in New York State
It's a good day for firefighters throughout the state of New York today as it was just recently announced that a new round of federal funding has been granted which will going towards benefiting fire departments across the state. Firefighter Federal Funding Breakdown. The announcement of this new federal funding...
CNY Inspirations: Awareness of the present
This feature is coordinated by The Post-Standard/Syracuse.com and InterFaith Works of CNY. Follow this theme and author posted Sunday, Tuesday and Thursday. There is nowhere I would rather be than in Upstate New York during the summer. Our region boasts of sparkly lakes, lush adventure and fragrant fruit. Summer has an innate vibe of slowing down, one to which I try my best to pay attention.
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