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How many people hospitalized with COVID-19 are 'incidental' admissions? This week Governor Kathy Hochul required that hospitals begin reporting how many people were admitted because they had COVID-19 symptoms compared to those … more: Around 33% in Finger Lakes, 20% in Central New York admitted to hospital for non-COVID reason but tested positive

Last week Rochester General Hospital made headlines when its emergency department was forced to go on diversion. This means it had to turn away non-life threatening situations. It was temporary, and … more: How many times have hospitals in the Finger Lakes had to divert patients?

The former executive director of Hornell Partners for Growth has pleaded guilty to a grand larceny charge, according to state officials. The State Comptrollers' Office reports that Michelle Stevens, the former executive of … more: Former executive director of Hornell Partners for Growth pleads guilty to grand larceny

The William Smith College basketball team dominated the boards, played tough perimeter defense and enjoyed one of their best shooting games of the season, ringing in the new year with a 70-53 … more: William Smith basketball posts Liberty League road win at RIT, 70-53

As you prepare your tax documents for 2021, make sure you're aware of some important upcoming deadlines. For 2020, Americans received a larger refund than compared to previous year. There are many … more: IRS: When is the 2022 tax deadline?

Food stamps were extended at the start of the pandemic in an attempt to keep struggling families fed, and many are wondering if the extra help will continue. America is beginning … more: Food stamps: Advocates worry expansion isn’t enough

Even with food stamps, many families are worried about affording groceries. Some states have decided to extend emergency benefits. One state deciding to extend emergency SNAP benefits is Kansas. According to the Kansas … more: Food stamps SNAP benefits: emergency benefits extended in Kansas

People that receive Social Security payments do so because they paid into the system while they worked. This determines how much you'll earn before reaching the limit when you do retire. In … more: Social Security limits and payment amounts for 2022

New Yorkers will soon be able to apply for pandemic rental aid. The Democrat and Chronicle reports State Supreme Court Justice Lynn Kotler, of the 1st Judicial District, issued a preliminary injunction … more: Judge orders state to re-open applications for COVID-19 rental relief program

The New York health care worker vaccine mandate is now a booster mandate. Governor Kathy Hochul said Friday health care workers must get a booster within two weeks of becoming eligible. "Staff … more: Health care worker vaccine mandate now a booster mandate, Governor Kathy Hochul says workers must get boosters within two weeks of eligibility

Auburn Community Hospital, the Cayuga County Health Department and the city of Auburn are offering joint guidance on what do if you test positive for COVID-19. The Citizen reports they're advising anyone … more: Auburn Community Hospital, Cayuga County Health Department, city of Auburn offer joint COVID-19 guidance

India Pale Ale, or IPA, is one of the most popular beers in the country and an Auburn brewery has one of the most popular IPA's in the US. The Citizen reports Prison … more: Prison City’s Mass Riot IPA a big hit on beer app Untappd

In just 5 days some Social Security recipients will see the new checks worth an average of $1,657. These will be the very first Social Security checks with the COLA 5.9% … more: Social Security: $1,657 going out in 5 days

A bill co-sponsored by State Senator Pam Helming creating a Rural Ambulance Task Force has been signed into law. The 12-member task force will evaluate the unique challenges faced by ambulance service … more: Bill co-sponsored by State Senator Pam Helming creating rural ambulance task force signed into law

Electronic payment services like CashApp or Pay{al will now need to report transactions over $600 to the IRS under new rules. This includes Venmo, PayPal, Zelle, and Cash App. From Jan. 1 on … more: IRS report: $600 CashApp, PayPal transactions

In a move that surprised many in the Seneca Falls Central School District, Superintendent Jeramy Clingerman has told the school board that he would be stepping down at the end of the … more: Seneca Falls Superintendent Jeramy Clingerman leaving district on June 30

Tax season is upon us, and many people are wondering what ways they can file their taxes for free. There are various options for filing taxes for free. If you qualify, you … more: How to file taxes for free with these services

Americans are starting to prepare for tax season so when it's time to file, they can save the most money. These tax deductions can help. It's still too early to file and … more: Tax deductions: Reduce tax bill or increase refund

Cornell University announced Thursday it will begin the spring semester virtually, with the start of in-person classes delayed until February 2nd. The school says delaying in-person classes will allow students to stagger … more: Cornell goes virtual for first two weeks of new semester, in-person classes will begin February 2nd