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Upstate New York Teen Illegally Sold “Aggressive Wild Canada Geese”
A "concerned" Upstate New York farmer" contacted the DEC and said he owned a dozen wild Canada geese he was tricked into buying. The man said he mistakenly purchased as the wild geese, thinking they were domestic geese. Wild Geese for Sale – Wayne County. The geese soon became...
Funding to address physician diversity in New York
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — New York State Health Commissioner Dr. James McDonald joined leaders from the Associated Medical Schools of New York Friday to announce more than $4.5 million in state funding to increase diversity among physicians. “Quite frankly we need to have more people in health care who represent different points of view. Healthcare […]
NYers Urged To Protect Themselves From Life-Threatening Mosquito-Borne Illnesses: Hochul
In an announcement on Friday, Aug. 30, Hochul said those who venture outside during the holiday weekend should do so while taking steps to prevent mosquito bites, as cases of diseases caused by the pesky bugs are on the rise. "We want people to get outside this Labor Day weekend...
‘A 5-alarm fire’: Overdose Awareness Day prompts pleas for action as someone dies every 3 hours in NYC
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — In connection with International Overdose Awareness Day on Saturday, Aug. 31, advocacy groups are calling on Gov. Kathy Hochul to increase access to resources, funding and other support for emergency efforts to save people poisoned by fentanyl and other opioids. District Attorney Michael E. McMahon,...
Health Care In New York State Among Worst In America, New Study
Potentially thanks to many hospitals with failing or near failing grades for patient safety, New York State ranks among the worst in the nation for healthcare. Did you know that the average American spends around $13,500 per year on health care?. That's according to the most recent estimate from the...
Courts graduate largest-ever officer class
Courthouses in Queens and throughout the city will likely soon see a much-needed increase in their court officer ranks after the state’s court system says it just recently graduated its largest and most diverse group of officer candidates ever. Officials with the Unified Court System announced on Wednesday that...
Golf Completes Day One at Alex Lagowitz Memorial Invitational
HAMILTON, N.Y. – Villanova finished the first round of play in fifth place with a combined team score of four over at the Alex Lagowitz Memorial Invitational hosted by Colgate University. The Wildcats are in fifth behind Navy and Yale, who both shot one over to achieve a first place finish through round one, and Seton Hall and the host team Colgate, who are tied for third place at three over. The event was halted by a weather delay caused by rain in the area at 11:30 a.m. and resumed play at 12:30 p.m. The delay resulted in the cancellation...
Kyle McCord shines, but a glaring problem shows itself in Syracuse’s win vs. Ohio (Axe’s quick takes)
Syracuse, N.Y. — The Fran Brown era got underway with a sparkling debut performance from its transfer quarterback from Ohio State but also some seriously raised eyebrows over a specific defensive unit. Here’s some quick takes on SU’s 38-22 win over Ohio at the JMA Wireless Dome on Saturday...
Herzig Tied for First at Lagowitz Memorial
HAMILTON – Colgate Golf is sitting in third place and Robbie Herzig is tied for first after a strong finish to Saturday's opening round of the Alex Lagowitz Memorial at Seven Oaks Golf Club. The traditional 54-hole tournament was shortened to single rounds on Saturday and Sunday after the...
Schickling's 72 Leads the Way for Golf at Colgate
Alex Schickling fired an even-par score of 72 to lead the Canisius golf team in the first round of the 2024 Alex Lagowitz Memorial Saturday afternoon at Seven Oaks Golf Club in Hamilton, N.Y. As a team, the Golden Griffins sit in ninth place out of 15 teams after the...
Fatal Car Pedestrian Accident Investigated in Frankfort
FRANKFORT, N.Y. -- A fatal car-pedestrian accident is under investigation in the Town of Frankfort. It happened around 8:30 Friday evening along Bleecker Street near the intersection with Ferguson Road. More information, including the victim's name will be released once their family is notified.
Colgate Falls to South Carolina in Durham
DURHAM, N.C. – Colgate could never get going in a 3-0 loss to South Carolina on Saturday, dropping to 0-2 on the weekend inside Duke's Cameron Indoor Stadium. Frances Torres tallied nine kills to lead the Raiders, who hit .096 in the contest. Sydney Jones finished with 14 assists and 6 digs, while Abby Shadwick (6) and Tiana Owens (5) combined for 11 kills for the afternoon. South Carolina was strong at the net, posting a .329 hitting clip.
Threat for severe thunderstorms in CNY today, latest forecast timing here
A strong weather system is moving through CNY today with the threat of strong to severe thunderstorms. This comes as a strong cold front sweeps the area this afternoon from west to east. The greatest threat for severe weather is in the yellow shaded region, which is a slight risk....
More than Just Books: Light a Candle for Literacy Festival
SYRACUSE, N.Y. — The Light a Candle for Literacy Festival is an annual and treasured event in Syracuse; it gives kids the chance to "feast their eyes" with whatever book they see, and take it home free of charge. "So the festival brings joy to the whole idea of...
Maine Football Beats Colgate 17-14 to Open Season
The Maine Football Team beat Colgate 17-14 on Friday night, August 30th to open the 2024 season. The win was their 1st season-opening win since 2019. Colgate scored 1st in the 2nd Quarter to take a 7-0 lead, but Maine tied the game when quarterback Carter Peevy scored on a 3 yard run. Joey Bryson's extra point kick was good and the game was tied 7-7. The drive took 7:01, and consisted of 11 plays and went 75 yards.
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