MOBILE ID: How will digital identification cards work for New Yorkers?
Governor Kathy Hochul announced the launch of the New York Mobile ID, a digital version of a state-issued driver license, learner permit, or non-driver ID. Available for both iOS and Android users, this mobile ID ... more
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Sales tax collection in New York up nearly 4% in May
Local sales tax collections in New York state rose by 3.9% in May compared to the same month last year, according to State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. The total collections reached $1.78 billion, an increase ... more
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Independent report criticizes Cuomo’s COVID-19 response
An independent report examining former Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s handling of COVID-19 found significant flaws in his approach. The "New York State COVID-19 After Action Report," commissioned by Gov. Kathy Hochul in 2022, was written by ... more
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Ithaca’s Cass Park to get $300,000 for upgrades
Cass Park, a beloved spot for Ithaca families and community events, is set for major upgrades. Senator Lea Webb announced $300,000 in state funding to enhance the park's restrooms and cold storage facilities. "For over ... more
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Police look for suspects after woman attacked outside 7-Eleven in Webster
Police are searching for two suspects involved in a brutal attack on a woman outside a 7-Eleven on Ridge Road Thursday night. The incident occurred just before 10:30 p.m. According to Webster police, the victim ... more
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Upstate NY heatwave: Everyone will see 4-5 day stretch of 90+ heat next week
Are you ready for summer? While the forecast this weekend is going to be beautiful, the region will experience its first heatwave next week. What is a heatwave? Confirmed temperatures over 90 degrees for three ... more
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Seneca County approves additional borrowing for sewer upgrades: Project costs have risen by 65% since 2021
Seneca County will borrow more money to upgrade Sewer District No. 2, as project costs have increased significantly. Initially approved for $12.7 million in 2021, the upgrades will now require $21 million due to rising ... more
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Geneva men plead guilty in Auburn bar shooting and stabbing
Two men from Geneva have pleaded guilty in connection with a shooting and stabbing outside Harley's Pub in Auburn last November. Angelo L. Diaz III, 27, admitted to second-degree attempted murder, first-degree assault, and second-degree ... more
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Authorities searching for truck driver after hit-and-run in Yates County: Motorcyclist injured in wreck
The Yates County Sheriff's Office is investigating a hit-and-run crash that injured a motorcyclist on Italy Valley Road near the Ontario County line. The incident occurred at approximately 11:00 p.m. on Friday. Joshua A. Presher, ... more
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Lyons man arrested for DWI after traffic stop late-Friday
The Wayne County Sheriff’s Office arrested a Lyons man following a traffic stop late Friday night. Deputies stopped Terrell L. Martinez, 25, for driving with an inadequate headlamp at approximately 11:06 p.m. Upon further investigation, ... more
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Rochester man arrested for impaired driving after refusing chemical test during Wayne County stop
The Wayne County Sheriff’s Office arrested Adam J. Putz, 30, of Rochester for driving while ability impaired by drugs following a traffic stop on Ridge Road in the Town of Ontario. Deputies stopped Putz and ... more
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Williamson man arrested for obstruction after refusing to cooperate during domestic investigation
The Wayne County Sheriff’s Office has arrested Jimmy Gabriel, 34, of Williamson for obstructing governmental administration. The arrest followed an investigation into a domestic incident that occurred on June 13. Deputies reported that on June ... more
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Waterloo woman arrested for shoplifting from Seneca Falls Walmart
The Seneca Falls Police Department arrested Jenelle A. Rivera, 44, of Waterloo, on Friday afternoon following a theft investigation at Walmart. Rivera was found to have taken merchandise without paying for it. Rivera was charged ... more
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Seneca Falls man arrested for stalking after complaint and investigation
The Seneca Falls Police Department arrested Connor Hess, 21, of Seneca Falls, on June 12 following a stalking complaint. Hess was reported to have repeatedly visited the victim's residence and workplace despite being told to ... more
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Police: Penn Yan man charged with harassment after shoving incident
Penn Yan Police arrested Thomas J. Gordon, 39, for second-degree harassment following an incident on East Elm Street late Friday night. Police responded to a harassment report at 11:35 p.m. on May 25. Their investigation ... more
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Livingston County will open cooling centers during next week’s heatwave
In response to a Hazardous Weather Outlook from the National Weather Service (NWS), Livingston County will open free public cooling centers at the Avon and Dansville libraries from June 17-21. The NWS forecasts extreme temperatures ... more
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Bath man arrested for misuse of food stamps and petit larceny
Steuben County Sheriff Jim Allard announced the arrest of Joseph M. Chapman, 45, of Bath, for misuse of food stamps and petit larceny. Chapman is accused of using his EBT card to buy $539 worth ... more
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Ithaca schools prepare for budget revote
Turnout was strong for a final budget hearing for the Ithaca City School District's newly-proposed spending plan. Around 130 people showed up to the last public meeting before June 18's revote. The new proposal includes ... more
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Sen. Gillibrand pushes to restore affordable internet program
U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand is working to restore a program that helps New Yorkers afford broadband internet. She is advocating for the Secure and Affordable Broadband Extension Act, which would provide $6 billion to the ... more
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