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Rally to demand abortion access held in Geneva
A march and rally to support abortion access in Geneva took place on Friday. Local groups held a rally to demand health care providers offer abortion access at their Geneva locations. "Did you know that ... more
This year’s butter sculpture unveiled at New York State Fair
For the first time in fifteen years, color is featured in the butter sculpture at the New York State Fair. This year's butter sculpture highlights female athletes and shows how today's athletes refuel with chocolate ... more
New York reports its first juvenile monkeypox case
New York's first case of monkeypox in a juvenile was recently identified by the state Department of Health. Officials confirmed the case on Thursday, August 18. The patient is under 18 years old and located ... more
State police identify woman’s remains found in Morris
Troopers have identified the human remains found in the town of Morris earlier this month. The remains of an adult female were positively identified as Laura L. Rous, 38, of Otego. On August 11, State ... more
Gov. Hochul announces updated COVID guidelines for schools
New York has updated its COVID-19 policy for schools to align with the latest guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Governor Kathy Hochul announced on Monday, August 22. The state will cease ... more
ALDI to open a second store in Ithaca next month
ALDI will open another store in the City of Ithaca at 2309 North Triphammer Road, the company announced on Thursday. The new Ithaca location opens on Thursday, September 1 at 9 a.m. The store will ... more
Entire state of New York classified as ‘high risk’ for wildfires
All of New York State is at high risk for fires. Six fires are currently active across the state, most of which were started by unattended campfires, according to a statement from the state Department ... more
Mobile DMV office available at NYS Fair
Those attending the 2022 New York State Fair are able to apply for a REAL ID or Enhanced Driver License at a mobile DMV office. The New York State Department of Motor Vehicles mobile office ... more
Livingston County issues harmful algae bloom advisory
Surveillance performed today on Consensus Lake showed conditions conductive to the formation of harmful algae blooms (HABs), said the Livingston County Department of Health. "While these conditions have improved in comparison to previous weeks, persons ... more
Corning’s All Saints Academy is closing
All Saints Academy in Corning is closing due to what the Diocese of Rochester called a "significant and sudden" drop in enrollment, according to today's announcement. Families, teachers and staff were notified of the school's ... more
Steuben County to distribute opioid settlement funds to four local agencies
The Steuben County Legislature will disperse $678,000 in Opioid Settlement Funds to four local agencies providing services for those struggling with substance abuse. The funds are from a class action lawsuit filed against opioid manufacturers ... more
NY’s tuition assistance program expanded to part-time students
Part-time students are now eligible for New York's Tuition Assistance Program, Governor Kathy Hochul announced today. Hochul said the $150 million expansion of TAP will make assistance available to an additional 75,00 students who are ... more
Man charged after August 7 murder, says Auburn Police
The Auburn Police Department released information today about a murder that happened earlier this month. Police say the murder happened just after midnight on August 7. Officers responded to 49 Grant Avenue for a report ... more
Legislators and NYSCOPBA officials call for repeal of HALT solitary confinement law
State legislators joined New York State Correctional Officers & Police Benevolent Association (NYSCOPBA) officials outside Elmira Correctional Facility on Wednesday to call for a repeal of the HALT solitary confinement law. The Humane Alternatives to ... more
Seneca Lake Guardian hosts environmental education and advocacy event for teens today
Seneca Lake Guardian (SLG) will host environmental education and advocacy training for local students ages 12-18 today. Participating students will meet SLG President Joseph Campbell and Vice President Yvonne Taylor at the Keuka Lake Outlet ... more
Steuben County Legislature approves construction projects at two sites
Work will soon begin at two separate sites in Steuben County. County Legislators recently approved $1 million in restricted American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds and $500,000 in unrestricted ARPA funds for the projects. The ... more
Animals looking for love at Sweet Farm: ‘Speed Dating Tours’ of animal sanctuary next weekend
Sweet Farm is hosting free 'Speed Dating Tours' at their Climate Sanctuary in Himrod next week. The animal sanctuary recently moved all of its over 140 rescued farm animals from the Bay Area of California ... more
Safety inspections underway for rides at NYS Fair
State officials are inspecting amusement rides in anticipation of the Great New York State Fair. New York State Department of Labor inspectors are performing on-site pre-inspections before the state fair begins on August 24, according ... more
Happening this week: 203rd annual Steuben County Fair
The 203rd annual Steuben County Fair kicked off on Tuesday, with carnival rides starting on Wednesday, August 17. The Steuben County Fair is the longest continuously running fair in the country, dating back to 1819 ... more
