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A 'Berry' Generous Community Continues to Step Up for Rome Tornado Victims
MARCY, N.Y. -- It seems like a lifetime ago, but the local community is once again stepping up to help those affected by the devastating tornado that struck Rome earlier this month. In fact, you might say they're being 'berry' generous. The Hopeful Four, an organization started by four Whitesboro...
Party At The Pier To Raise Money For FeedMore WNY
Coming up on August 1st, you can party at the Pier and help raise money for all the programs that FeedMore WNY runs across Western New York. Party at the Pier is one of FeedMore WNY's biggest fundraisers and it will take place on Thursday, August 1st from 6- 9 pm at Buffalo River Fest Park, 249 Ohio St. in Buffalo.
CCCC announces Presidential Active Lifestyle Award winners
ROME — Thanks to the generosity of The Slocum-Dickson Foundation, Copper City Community Connection, 305 E. Locust St., recently recognized its latest group of members to achieve the Presidential Active Lifestyle Award. Honorees are Josephine Iannotti, Carol Acomb, Joette Criscio, Phyllis Didio, Mary McNeil, Barbara Hill, Elizabeth Pettinelli, Patricia Wyman, Ruth Weltz, Lisa Sandefer, Lisa Wightman, and Paula Wells.
Monster Trucks Delight Crowd at Herkimer County Fairgrounds
FRANKFORT, N.Y. -- The Herkimer County Fairgrounds roared to life on Saturday for the Versus Monster Trucks show. Children of all ages got an up close and personal look at the five monster trucks that were competing this weekend, even getting autographs from some drivers. The monstrous vehicles put on...
Shooting injures 18-year-old on Syracuse’s North Side
Syracuse, N.Y. — A teenager was injured in a shooting Saturday on the North Side of Syracuse, police said. Around 9:44 p.m., officers responded to the 100 block of South Alvord Street for a report of a shooting with injuries, according to a news release from Syracuse police early Sunday.
Sitrin Warrior Retreat Offers Much Needed Getaway for Veterans
FRANKFORT, N.Y. -- Over 60 veterans and their family members are participating in the annual Sitrin Warrior Retreat this weekend. The event is sponsored by Sitrin's Military Program and takes place at Camp Sitrin on Graffenburg Road in Frankfort. This year participants enjoyed activities like drone soccer, boat races, fishing derbies and more.
Hundreds honor Southern Tier history at Carousel Day
Charles F. Johnson Park in Johnson City was host to hundreds earlier today, all to celebrate the park's beloved carousel. For over a decade, Johnson City Carousel Day has brought together locals on the last weekend of July, fostering relationships within the community. Over 40 organizations and vendors tabled at...
ConnextCare Extends Dental Care to Oswego City School District
Oswego is the latest to get dental services from Pulaski-based provider. ConnextCare’s registered dental hygienist Holly Steffen began seeing dental patients at the school-based health center at the Frederick Leighton Elementary School in May. “Our school-based dental program in Leighton Elementary will, for now, serve the students in this...
Central NY ambulance service stops after 75 years of helping save lives
Cleveland, N.Y. — A volunteer Oswego County ambulance service operating since 1949 has called it quits due to financial difficulties of running the non-profit service, officials said. The North Shore Ambulance Service announced Thursday it was stopping service in a Facebook post by its president and chief executive officer...
Vernon Center Old Home Day returns Aug. 3
VERNON CENTER — The 47th annual Vernon Center Old Home Day is Saturday, Aug. 3, hosted by Vernon Center United Methodist Church. The day begins at 9 a.m. with a parade and continues with live music, children’s games, a kids run at 9:30 a.m. and a tractor pull at noon.
A SUPER PERFORMANCE: Matt Sheppard Outduels Tim Sears Jr. to Win King of The North Finale
The Waterloo, NY driver extended his points lead to 27 over Mat Williamson. With a guaranteed spot at Super DIRT Week on the line, Matt Sheppard delivered a Super performance Tuesday night at Autodrome Drummond. “Super Matt” drove from eighth to first, thundering past Tim Sears Jr. with five laps...
Pink Chou Chou wins Vernon NYSS; MacDonald wins five
Vernon, NY — Pink Chou Chou and driver Todd McCarthy captured the $108,200 New York Sire Stakes for 2-year-old trotting fillies on Friday (July 26) at Vernon Downs. Pink Chou Chou ($3.90) went to the lead and was first to the quarter in :29. As they reached the backstretch, Royal Mission (Scott Zeron) took over the lead and controlled the half in :58.3 and three-quarters in 1:27.2. As they reached the stretch, Pink Chou Chou popped out of the two-hole and challenged for the lead. Pink Chou Chou wore down Royal Mission to get her first career victory in 1:56.0. My Debt Collector (Mark MacDonald) finished third.
Latest Update On Coastal Storm 'Backing In' To Northeast: Timing, 5-Day Forecast
A rare westward-moving storm will back into the Northeast off the Atlantic Coast, starting an unsettled stretch after a dry and comfortable weekend.It will be mostly cloudy on Monday, July 29, with a high temperature of around 80 degrees.As the system backs in, it will become breezy, especially alo…
Police In Secret Cars Issued Insane Amount Of Tickets In New York
Police in secret vehicles helped issue nearly 40,000 tickets in a very short period of time. Just before the 4th Of July holiday, New York State Police announced a "crack down on drunk and drugged driving and other traffic infractions." Sad News: These 11 Popular Food Items Are Gone From...
Meeder's Restaurant Added to NYS Historic Business Preservation Registry
State Senator George Borrello presented the New York State Historic Business award to Meeders Restaurant in Ripley to celebrate their incorporation into New York State's Historic Business Preservation Registry. Established by legislation passed in 2020, the Historic Business Registry includes businesses that have been in operation for at least 50 years and have contributed to their communities' history. Borrello nominated Meeder's Restaurant to the registry in 2023 in recognition of their role in helping shape the history, heritage, and identity of the Ripley community.
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