How Comparative Negligence Affects Personal Injury Cases in NY
Imagine this: you're walking down the street, minding your own business, when suddenly, a distracted driver clips you with their car. Ouch! And in more ways than one. You're hurt and wondering what happens next ... more
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How to Create a Memorable Logo for Your Business
In the bustling marketplace of today, a striking logo can be the difference between being noticed or overlooked. It's not just a fancy image—it's the face of your business, a visual representation of your brand's ... more
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Rochester man hurt in Marion crash
The Wayne County Sheriff’s Office reported a personal injury crash on Goosen Road in the Town of Marion early Friday morning. Levi L. Price, 27, of Rochester, was driving east on Goosen Road when a ... more
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Watkins Glen quarry owner fails to comply with state order to restore illegally mined acreage; DEC postpones enforcement
The owner of a gravel quarry who seeks a state permit to quintuple the size of his mine has failed to comply with a February 2022 state consent order to restore 8.5 acres that he ... more
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NYS Senate blocks bottle deposit reform amid inflation concerns
New York Senate leaders have halted legislation to reform the state's bottle deposit system, fearing it could exacerbate inflation and rising costs before upcoming elections. The proposed updates included doubling the deposit to 10 cents, ... more
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What’s next for Family Dollar in Geneva after closure?
How about adding a grocery store to the city of Geneva? That question has been long-debated, and many in the community have wished for a grocery store away from Hamilton Street, and closer to the ... more
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Canandaigua Town Board will interview finalists for town manager Wednesday
The Canandaigua Town Board will interview finalists for the vacant town manager position during a special session on June 12 at 8 p.m. in Town Hall. The board will conduct these interviews in a closed ... more
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Chicago men arrested for $300,000 scam in Livingston County
Two Chicago men were arrested for allegedly scamming a Mount Morris resident out of $300,000 by posing as U.S. Department of Justice employees, the Livingston County Sheriff's Office said. On May 22, deputies responded to ... more
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Banks modernize by making branches feel less stressful
Major banks like JPMorgan Chase and Capital One are transforming their branches to be more welcoming and community-focused. These new branches are larger, more comfortable, and designed to help customers with financial questions. Some even ... more
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Hochul announces new leadership at Office of Cannabis Management
Governor Kathy Hochul has announced three new appointments at the Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) as part of an operational overhaul. Felicia A. B. Reid has been named Executive Deputy Director and Acting Executive Director, ... more
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EDITORIAL: Claudia Tenney can’t hit a curve ball
There are big problems at the borders and in Congress. Unfortunately, immigration has once again become an election year tool that politicians are using for their own political agendas. In baseball, if you can’t hit ... more
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How do parents feel about new bills aimed at restricting social media in New York?
In a move to protect young people’s mental health, state lawmakers have passed two bills restricting social media use, which now await Governor Kathy Hochul's signature. The SAFE for Kids Act targets "addictive" algorithms on ... more
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Crime rates rise outside of NYC in 2023 due to car thefts and shoplifting, report finds
Rising store thefts and a surge in car thefts pushed New York's crime rates up in 2023, according to new data. While violent crime fell by 4% outside New York City, overall crime increased due ... more
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NYS uses controlled burns to improve wildlife habitats: Are more needed?
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) used "prescribed fire" to burn hundreds of acres this spring, improving wildlife habitats and reducing the risk of wildfires. Forest rangers say that these controlled burns ... more
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Cayuga Nation donates excavator to Seneca Falls
The Town Board accepted a $75,000 donation from the Cayuga Nation to purchase a used 2013 Hyundai excavator at an auction. The decision passed with a 3-2 vote. Supervisor Frank Schmitter and board members Frank ... more
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New York could phase out regents exams soon
The tradition of taking Regents exams to graduate high school in New York State could be coming to an end. The New York State Department of Education’s Board of Regents announced a new vision for ... more
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Corning hosts open house for future city planning
The City of Corning invites community members to an open house to discuss the city's future plans on Thursday, June 13, from 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Corning Painted-Post High School Cafeteria. Residents, ... more
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Auburn city ambulance expands service to Owasco
Auburn City Ambulance (ACA) will now provide ambulance services to the Town of Owasco following a recent City Council vote. The agreement includes a $250,000 compensation from Owasco to ACA. City Manager Jeff Dygert assured ... more
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Yates County to hold meeting on bridge rehabilitation
The Yates County Highway Department will host a public meeting to discuss the planned rehabilitation of the Pre-Emption Road Bridge over Kashong Creek. The meeting will take place on Tuesday, June 11 from 6:30 p.m ... more
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