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NY Senate Democrats Propose Fracking Moratorium
Wednesday, May 22, 2013If approved, would extend moratorium until May 2015 >>
NY Farmer’s Website
Wednesday, May 22, 2013Gov. Andrew Cuomo says the state's new data transparency website now has information to help people find local farmers' markets, wineries, breweries, and distilleries. >>
Cuomo Wants Tax Free Zones
Wednesday, May 22, 2013Governor Andrew Cuomo wants to create tax-free entrepreneurial zones tied to State University of New York campuses. >>
NY Strikes Casino Deal with Mohawks
Tuesday, May 21, 2013Northern New York off the table for non-Indian casino >>
PA Newspaper Uncovers Water Contamination Related to Drilling
Monday, May 20, 2013More than 160 water supplies affected >>
NY: Seatbelt Crackdown
Monday, May 20, 2013Monday, New York State Drivers are reminded once again, to 'click it or ticket' >>
NY: April Unemployment Low
Friday, May 17, 2013State labor officials say New York's unemployment rate dropped to 7.8 percent in April, the lowest since the end of the Great Recession in 2009. >>
Sen. Bob Casey Against PA Military Base Closures
Thursday, May 16, 2013U.S. Sen. Bob Casey is asking a Senate committee to forgo the process of looking at potential closures of military installations as part of Defense Department cutbacks. >>
Cuomo Reaches Deal with Oneida Nation Over Casinos
Thursday, May 16, 2013Indian nation will pay NY portion of revenue in exchange for exclusivity >>
Schumer: Block hike in Stafford student Loan Rate
Thursday, May 16, 2013Sen. Charles Schumer says he's backing legislation to head off a doubling of a student loan interest rate set to take effect on July 1. >>
Cuomo: $80M For Local Governments
Wednesday, May 15, 2013Gov. Andrew Cuomo is putting at least $80 million in state assistance behind his proposal to help local cities and counties restructure their finances to survive. >>
NY: Gun Registration Deadline
Wednesday, May 15, 2013Gun owners in New York who don't want their registration information available to the public are facing a deadline to file an exemption form with local licensing authorities. >>
Proposed Changes to State Alcohol Limits
Wednesday, May 15, 2013A leading government Safety board wants to toughen alcohol limits for drivers. The National Transportation Safety Board is calling on the U.S. to lower the allowable blood alcohol level for drivers by 35 percent. >>
PA Democrats Pushing For Medicaid Expansion
Tuesday, May 14, 2013Democratic lawmakers in Pennsylvania are trying to force the Republican-controlled Senate to vote on a bill that would compel Gov. Tom Corbett to expand Medicaid eligibility under the 2010 federal health care law. >>
Moratorium Affecting NY Drilling Leases
Monday, May 13, 2013Some landowners stuck with original terms on expired leases >>
PA Drug Testing Issues
Monday, May 13, 2013Business leaders say Gov. Tom Corbett was right when he said Pennsylvania employers are having trouble finding prospective workers who can pass a drug test - and candidates who lack even basic skills is also a problem. >>
New York Pension Fund Sees Big Return
Monday, May 13, 2013New York State retirees may be breathing a bit easier after an new report from the State Comptroller. It shows The State Pension Fund grew by more than 10% last year to top $160 billion. >>
Former PA Governor George M. Leader Dies At 95
Thursday, May 09, 2013Former PA Governor, George M. Leader died Thursday at age 95. >>
Binghamton U. Frats Suspended For Hazing
Thursday, May 09, 2013Three fraternities at Binghamton University have been suspended and three others have been given warnings or placed on disciplinary probation for hazing. >>
"Antler-Alert" for Drivers
Thursday, May 09, 2013Deer are more active in May and June and state police are asking drivers to stay on “antler alert” >>
Officer Killed in Webster Ambush Honored in Albany
Wednesday, May 08, 2013Police Lt. Michael Chiapperini added to State Memorial Wall >>
Targeting Invasive Species in the Finger Lakes
Wednesday, May 08, 2013U.S. Sen. Chuck Schumer wants the federal government to create a rapid response team to quickly strike at invasive species nationwide, including those found in the Great Lakes, the Finger Lakes and in the Adirondacks. >>
A.G. Kane Blames Defense For Case Delays
Tuesday, May 07, 2013Pennsylvania's attorney general is blaming defense motions for delays in the criminal case against former Penn State administrators accused of covering up child sexual abuse complaints about Jerry Sandusky. >>
Lawmaker Wants Panel to Study Drilling Health Impacts
Tuesday, May 07, 2013Panel would look into potential health impacts, benefits >>
Vernon Downs: Equine Herpes
Monday, May 06, 2013An outbreak of horse herpes has shut down racing temporarily at Vernon Downs in central New York. >>
NY: Wildfire Dangers
Monday, May 06, 2013New York conservation officials say continuing dry weather has raised the danger of wildfires, advising rural and suburban residents that all residential brush burning is prohibited during the usually high fire risk period from March 16 through May 14. >>
Ash Borer Alert: NY
Monday, May 06, 2013Half of New York is now under quarantine because of an invasive beetle that's chewing its way toward the Fingerlakes. >>
Food Recall: Formaggio Cheese Product
Friday, May 03, 2013An upstate New York company is recalling a mozzarella cheese product because it contains soy, which isn't listed on the label and could cause allergic reactions. >>
NY Appeals Court Upholds Fracking Bans
Thursday, May 02, 2013Local governments have authority to control land use >>
16 Year Olds Voting?
Thursday, May 02, 2013Governor Cuomo is trying the change voting regulations to encourage more participation from everyone in New York, and now that includes teens as young as 16. >>
Report: NY Hunt for Big Computer Plant Upstate
Thursday, May 02, 2013Gov. Andrew Cuomo says he may soon make a major economic announcement for upstate New York as published reports say a computer plant codenamed "Project Azalea" is in negotiations to create 1,000 jobs. >>
Clergy Fight MMA Legalization
Tuesday, April 30, 2013State Clergy are jumping into the ring to fight against legalizing mixed martial arts in New York State. >>
NY Senate Panel Backs Court Nominee
Tuesday, April 30, 2013The state Senate Judiciary Committee has advanced the nomination of a longtime jurist to fill a vacancy on New York's top court, with all the senators giving her a standing ovation afterward. >>
Schumer: "FBI May Have Messed Up"
Monday, April 29, 2013New York Senator Chuck Schumer says the FBI quote, "may have messed up" when it came to investigating the activities of the Tsarnaev brothers prior to the bombings at the Boston Marathon. >>
New York Proposed Tobacco Law
Monday, April 29, 2013Two New York lawmakers are trying to raise the legal age to buy tobacco from 18 to 21. >>
Cuomo For President?
Monday, April 29, 2013New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo (KWOH'-moh) says he's not talking about running for the Democratic nomination for president in 2016 and he's not waiting to see if Hillary Clinton runs. >>
Discovered 9/11 Plane Part Comes from Wing
Monday, April 29, 2013Boeing working to determine which flight >>
NY State May Increase Smoking Age
Monday, April 29, 2013Following New York City's lead, state lawmakers have taken up the cause to raise the minimum age for cigarette purchases from 18 to 21 statewide. >>
EPA Report: Gas Drilling & Methane Emissions
Monday, April 29, 2013A new report from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has dramatically lowered estimates of how much of a potent greenhouse gas is being leaked by the natural gas industry despite rapid growth in production. >>
Cuomo Wants State Board To Help Municipalities
Thursday, April 25, 2013Gov. Andrew Cuomo says he wants to create a state board to help financially distressed cities, counties, towns and school districts to cut costs and avoid insolvency. >>
Cuomo Expanding SEAP Program
Wednesday, April 24, 2013Governor Cuomo wants to help New York State's unemployed by expanding on an already established, successful program >>
Skelos No Go On Abortion Law
Wednesday, April 24, 2013The leader of New York's State Senate says he will block any abortion proposal from the governor. >>
New Meth Law in the Works
Tuesday, April 23, 2013New York Senator Tom O'mara's move to make it even more difficult for meth labs to operate has been approved by the state's senate. >>
"Operation Hang Up" started Monday and will continue through Sunday.
Tuesday, April 23, 2013“Operation Hang Up" started Monday and will continue through Sunday. >>
P.A. Wind Energy
Monday, April 22, 2013Northern Tier (WENY) - Wind energy installations almost doubled in Pennsylvania last year, but the industry still only provides about 1 percent of the states electricity. >>
Steuben County Pipeline?
Monday, April 22, 2013A Williamsville New York based company wants to build a new natural gas pipeline through Steuben County. >>
Steuben County Leads Deer Hunting
Monday, April 22, 2013Steuben County led New York in total deer harvested during the 2012 hunting seasons. >>
Schumer: Death Penalty ’Appropriate’ For Bomber
Monday, April 22, 2013New York's senior Senator says Boston bombing suspect, Dzhokhar Tsarnaev should face the death penalty. >>
Bostonians: We Woke Up to Gunshots
Friday, April 19, 2013One of the biggest city's in the country locked down... millions told to stay put in their homes. >>
BREAKING NEWS: 1 Bombing Suspect Dead, Another at Large
Friday, April 19, 2013Police have a suspect in custody in Watertown, Mass. >>
New York Produces 692 Million Pounds of Yogurt
Thursday, April 18, 2013The Empire state is now number one in the country for yogurt production. >>
Cuomo Won’t Back Marijuana Bill
Thursday, April 18, 2013A Medical marijuana bill gaining steam in Albany, but Governor Andrew Cuomo says he's not backing it. >>
Chilren In Car Bill Passed
Tuesday, April 16, 2013The New York State senate passed a bill today that would make it a crime to leave a child unattended in a car in extreme conditions. >>
PA AG Warns of Charity Scams in Wake of Bombing
Tuesday, April 16, 2013Do you know where your money is going? >>
PA House Committee Advances Abortion Bill
Monday, April 15, 2013Bill would restrict health coverage for abortions >>
Background Check Vote: Gun Control
Monday, April 15, 2013The sponsors of a Senate proposal to expand background checks for gun buyers say a vote is likely this week and it's too close to call. >>
Webster Firefighter Memorials
Monday, April 15, 2013Two firefighters are set to be memorialized with signs where they were gunned down by a sniper in western New York last year. >>
NY: New Grants for Shooting Ranges
Monday, April 15, 2013The Cuomo administration, which has been under criticism from firearms-rights supporters for the state's new gun-control laws, has launched a new grant program for shooting ranges. >>
Recall: Wegman’s Organic Juices
Friday, April 12, 2013Wegmans Food Markets says it's recalling two fruit juice products because they may contain unacceptable levels of a byproduct of mold. >>
Stores May Have Toxic Products
Thursday, April 11, 2013Ten national big box stores are under the microscope this morning and health officials are asking the major retailers to clear their shelves of products containing hazardous chemicals >>
Tim McGraw Headlines Dick's Sporting Open
Thursday, April 11, 2013A three time Grammy-winner is bringing his cowboy hat, guitar and his voice, right here to the Southern Tier. >>
NY Gunman's Cellphone Records Show Creditor Calls
Wednesday, April 10, 2013Investigators scouring cellphone records of a man who fatally shot four people in two upstate New York villages found no calls from family or friends in the seven months before the killings. >>
Cuomo Gets Tough on Corruption
Wednesday, April 10, 2013Governor Cuomo is taking steps to help slow down corruption in Albany, enacting tougher penalties for public officials involved in bribery. >>
New York Benefit Programs : Worker's Comp
Tuesday, April 09, 2013The Cuomo administration says employers should save $1.2 billion from changes to New York's worker's compensation and unemployment insurance programs. >>
Binghamton Firefighter Found Dead
Monday, April 08, 2013A 57-year-old firefighter has been found dead in a Binghamton firehouse. >>
Schumer: Gun Control Background Checks
Monday, April 08, 2013Senator Chuck Schumer is calling on Congress to pass a gun control bill that includes universal background checks. >>
Congresswoman to Run for PA Governor
Monday, April 08, 2013Joins a growing field of democratic primary candidates >>
Chemung Co.: $5M in Unclaimed Funds
Thursday, April 04, 2013New York state has more than $12 billion to give away in unclaimed funds. >>
Advocates Call For Reforms After NY Scandal
Thursday, April 04, 2013Advocates for campaign finance reform say the latest in a long string of political scandals shows the ongoing need to remove money from Albany politics. >>
Webster Shooting Indictment
Wednesday, April 03, 2013A New York woman has been indicted on a charge she lied on a form while buying two guns. >>
Tax Credits For New York Families
Wednesday, April 03, 2013Over 1 million uninsured New Yorkers could be eligible for tax credits next year. >>
NY Feb. Jobless Rates Barely Changes
Wednesday, April 03, 2013Officials have released preliminary data showing the unemployment rate in upstate New York was 9.2 percent in February, unchanged from a year earlier, while the New York City metro area rate dropped to 8.6 percent from 9.1. >>
Farm Rich Recall Affects New Yorkers
Tuesday, April 02, 2013UPDATE: Health Officials say New York residents have become sick from the recalled Farm Rich frozen food. >>
Farm Rich Recall Affects NY Residents
Tuesday, April 02, 2013NEW YORK (AP) - Health officials say at least 24 people have become sick from an outbreak of E. coli infections linked to frozen snack foods marketed to children. >>
NY: Free Air Conditioners for Heat-Related Health Problems
Tuesday, April 02, 2013NY will provide air conditioners under program >>
Sen. Casey Announces Support of Gay Marriage
Tuesday, April 02, 2013Changed stance on issue; previously supported civil unions >>
Maple Syrup Production in New York
Monday, April 01, 2013Federal agriculture researchers will be doing a census of New York maple syrup production in April and May >>
Bernie Fine To Sue ESPN
Friday, March 29, 2013Coming off the heels of a major win for Syracuse University, the team's former basketball coach says he's planning to sue ESPN. >>
New York State Budget Passes
Friday, March 29, 2013With three days to spare, New York has adopted its third straight on-time budget, something that hasn't been done in 30 years. >>
Health Care Assistance For PA Famililies
Thursday, March 28, 2013A health care advocacy group says about 900,000 Pennsylvania adults and children would become eligible for the federal government's help to pay for health insurance beginning next year. >>
Gas Prices Declining
Thursday, March 28, 2013Americans are paying less at the pump today than a year ago. >>
Stiffer Penalties For Texting And Driving
Wednesday, March 27, 2013If you're still texting and driving in New York, it could soon cost you big time. If you get caught, you face being charged up to $400.00. >>
A. G. Schneiderman Defends Gay Marriage
Wednesday, March 27, 2013New York Attorney General Eric Schneiderman is calling on the US Supreme Court to strike down the Federal Defense of Marriage Act and California's Proposition 8. >>
New Bill Proposed For Medical Marijuana
Wednesday, March 27, 2013Legislation to legalize marijuana for medical purposes is blooming once again at the State Capital. >>
School Districts To See A Boost In State Aid
Wednesday, March 27, 2013A new agreement in Albany could provide millions of dollars in relief. >>
NY State Senate Approves Budget
Wednesday, March 27, 2013The New York State Senate has approved an almost $136 billion budget that raises the minimum wage to $9.00 over three years. >>
PA Considers Changes to Electoral College System
Wednesday, March 27, 2013System could change outcome of Presidential elections >>
NY Teacher Evaluations Will Not Expire
Tuesday, March 26, 2013Gov. Andrew Cuomo and legislative leaders say they've come up with a plan to ensure that school district teacher-evaluation systems remain in place until they're re-negotiated. >>
Property Owners May Have to Reapply for STAR
Tuesday, March 26, 2013State may pass law to fight fraud, require re-registration >>
Alix’s Law Passes NY Senate
Tuesday, March 26, 2013State lawmakers have passed a new bill designed to keep drivers from leaving the scene of an accident. >>
CHIPS Funding For Roads And Bridges
Tuesday, March 26, 2013New York lawmakers released the figures that local counties can expect to see for bridge and road maintenance. >>
Judge Wants Facebook Lawsuit Dismissed
Tuesday, March 26, 2013Says Paul Ceglia faked documents showing half ownership of Facebook >>
Minimum Wage Legislation Includes Reimbursement Credit
Tuesday, March 26, 2013Taxpayers could foot the bill >>
NY Budget Delay
Monday, March 25, 2013New York legislators will need much of this week to pass the $135 billion budget it negotiated with Gov. Andrew Cuomo. >>
Man Shoots Dog 3 Times With Rifle
Monday, March 25, 2013A bradford county man was arrested saturday for shooting a dog multiple times. >>
Stiffer Penalties For Drug Dealers
Thursday, March 21, 2013New York lawmakers are making it tougher for drug dealers to sell to kids. >>
Court Hearings Over Fracking in Dryden Begin Today
Thursday, March 21, 2013Arguments start today in the Town of Dryden over a hydraulic fracturing ban appeal. >>
PA House Nears Vote on Liquor Privatization Bill
Thursday, March 21, 2013Pa. House nears vote on liquor privatization bill >>
NY State Budget Deal
Thursday, March 21, 2013Cuomo, legislative leaders strike deal ahead of deadline >>
Cuomo Ponders Changes To SAFE Act
Wednesday, March 20, 2013And As New York Counties figure out how to fight the new gun legislation, Governor Andrew Cuomo is considering making some changes to The SAFE Act. >>
PA Aggressive Driving Enforcement
Tuesday, March 19, 2013PennDOT and Pennsylvania Police are joining forces to crack down on aggressive driving. >>
NY State Budget Announcement
Monday, March 18, 2013Gov. Andrew Cuomo and New York legislative leaders hope to announce agreement on the third straight on-time budget. >>
Town of Clay: Murder and Rape Arrest
Monday, March 18, 2013A Syracuse Community is still suffering as police continue their investigation into the tragic stabbing of a mother and the rape of her 10-year-old daughter. >>
Accused Gun Supplier in Webster Shooting in Court
Monday, March 18, 2013Dawn Nguyen pleads not guilty to supplying guns to felon William Spenger, Jr. >>
Details Emerge on Mohawk Valley Shooter
Monday, March 18, 2013Police say Myer was broke, unemployed >>
A.G. Schneiderman Implements Model Gun Show Procedures
Friday, March 15, 2013New gun safety measures are being implemented to make sure guns stay out of the hands of criminals. >>
Cuomo, Legislature eye 3rd on-time budget
Friday, March 15, 2013Gov. Andrew Cuomo and legislative leaders are meeting behind closed doors to iron out details of the state's proposed $143 billion budget, trying to finish it before it's due. >>
Woman Indicted In Connection With Webster Ambush
Friday, March 15, 2013A New York college student has been indicted in connection with guns used by her neighbor in an ambush of first responders. >>
NY Address Confidentiality Program
Friday, March 15, 2013There maybe new hope in sight for people who have fallen victim to domestic violence here in New York. >>
New York: Timely Tax Refunds
Thursday, March 14, 2013Legislation for a new bill was passed Wendesday, in an effort to ensure timely payment of state income tax refunds. >>
New Legislation For Wrongway Driving
Thursday, March 14, 2013If you find yourself giving into bouts of road rage, speeding, and aggressive driving on the road, you may want to take a chill-pill before you wind up behind bars. >>
Update: Gunman Killed in Upstate NY Standoff
Thursday, March 14, 2013As a standoff with a suspected gunman stretched into another day, hundreds of police surrounded an abandoned building, where he's believed to be holed up. >>
Puppy Lemon Law
Wednesday, March 13, 2013A bill designed to help more puppy buyers get their money back after buying a sick or diseased dog is on its way to the Pennsylvania House of Representatives. >>
New Gun Law Facing Court Hearing
Wednesday, March 13, 2013A state judge is scheduled to hear arguments challenging New York's tough new gun law by more than 1,000 plaintiffs who claim it violates the state constitution because it was passed too quickly and restricts the guns of its citizen militia. >>
Cuomo Proposes Sandy Aid Plan
Wednesday, March 13, 2013Governor Andrew Cuomo has proposed a plan for the use of $1.7 billion in federal storm-damage funds. >>
Four Shot Dead in Upstate NY
Wednesday, March 13, 2013UPDATE: (AP) - Multiple gunshots have rung out, including some fired by state police, in an upstate New York village where police are searching for a suspect in the fatal shootings of four people. >>
No Money for Erie Co. Following 2009 Plane Crash
Tuesday, March 12, 2013Government won't get funds back for cleanup costs >>
New Filing in Sandusky Sex Abuse Case
Tuesday, March 12, 2013A new filing by Jerry Sandusky's appellate lawyer lists seven grounds for his appeal of a 45-count conviction for child sexual abuse. >>
Webster Firefighter Visits DC
Tuesday, March 12, 2013A western New York firefighter who survived a Christmas Eve shooting ambush that left two colleagues dead is visiting the nation's capital. >>
Cuomo Launches Open Data Initiative
Tuesday, March 12, 2013Governor Andrew Cuomo has launched a new initiative to make it easier for the public to gain access to information. >>
Sugary Drinks Ban
Tuesday, March 12, 2013Eateries from corner delis to movie concession stands have gotten a last-minute reprieve from New York City's groundbreaking ban on big sugary drinks. >>
Study Looks at Drilling Impact on PA Waterways
Monday, March 11, 2013Contains positive and not so good news >>
Ceglia Wants Criminal Facebook Suit Halted
Monday, March 11, 2013Claims constitutional rights violation >>
No Drama for NY's Budget
Monday, March 11, 2013New York's Legislature and Governor Andrew Cuomo are on track to pass the earliest state budget in decades. >>
Schumer Calls for Revision of New TSA Policy
Monday, March 11, 2013Senator Charles Schumer says a new TSA policy could put passengers and flight crew in harms way. >>
Tuna Recall Expanded
Monday, March 11, 2013Two of the three biggest players in the U.S. canned-tuna industry, Bumble Bee and Chicken of the Sea, have both expanded voluntary recalls. >>
New York to Change GED Test Companies
Friday, March 08, 2013New test will ahdere to Common Core standards >>
PA University Faculty Approve Union Contract
Friday, March 08, 2013Deal is retroactive to June 2011 >>
Penn State Appoints Director Of Ethics
Friday, March 08, 2013Penn State has hired a corporate compliance officer to become the university's first director of ethics and compliance. >>
New York Unclaimed Funds
Wednesday, March 06, 2013State Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli says the state wants to return $12 billion in unclaimed money to its rightful owners. >>
Grown In New York Strategy Aims To Help Farmers
Wednesday, March 06, 2013State Senator Tom O'mara and other members of the state senate announced a plan yesterday, designed to keep New York Farmers above water. >>
NY Senate Republicans Seek Family Tax Rebate
Tuesday, March 05, 2013New York Senate Republicans are proposing a plan they say will give a major boost to middle class families in New York. >>
Senate Republicans Eye Changes to NY SAFE Act
Tuesday, March 05, 2013Want to change limit on magazine clips >>
NY State Trooper Stabbed In The Neck
Monday, March 04, 2013A New York State Trooper is expected to fully recover after being stabbed in the neck in the Empire State Plaza in Albany. >>
NYSEG Adds Power Plant Surcharge
Monday, March 04, 2013Customers of an upstate New York utility company are paying more for electricity as a surcharge kicks in to keep a power plant running. >>
Checks For Superstorm Sandy Victims
Monday, March 04, 2013The New York Department of Financial Services says five of the state's largest banks and mortgage services will have representatives available this week to help homeowners cash insurance settlement checks from Superstorm Sandy. >>
Gas Drilling Delay Sparks Economic Concern
Monday, March 04, 2013An oil and gas industry group is warning that a business exodus from New York will worsen while Gov. Andrew Cuomo waits for a Pennsylvania health study before deciding whether to allow fracking. >>
Federal Budget Impact On New Yorkers
Monday, March 04, 2013Gov. Andrew Cuomo says the federal budget fight forcing temporary across-the-board spending cuts will affect New Yorkers including students and seniors. >>
Penn State Trustee Election Draws 39 Candidates
Friday, March 01, 2013The latest alumni election for three seats on Penn State's Board of Trustees has drawn more than three dozen candidates, less than half the record 86-person slate on last year's ballot. >>
Palmesano Goes To Albany For NY2A Day
Thursday, February 28, 2013Assemblyman Phil Palmesano is urging people to join him at NY2A Day at the state capitol. >>
NYSAFE Act Albany Protest
Thursday, February 28, 2013Opponents of New York's new gun control law plan to lobby lawmakers and rally at the Capitol against measures they say infringe on their constitutional right to bear arms. >>
New York Fracking Deadline Missed
Wednesday, February 27, 2013As another deadline for enacting New York fracking regulations comes and goes with no action, environmental groups and other organizations are renewing their call for public participation in a health impact review. >>
River Gauges To Stay On Until June
Tuesday, February 26, 2013New York Senator Chuck Schumer is making progress in keeping river gauges in the susquehanna river basin. >>
Marcellus Shale Impact Fee Funds Environmental Protection in PA
Tuesday, February 26, 2013The Marcellus Shale Impact fee is contributing millions of dollars towards conservation and environmental protection efforts in Pennsylvania. >>
American Electric Power Pays Up
Tuesday, February 26, 2013Attorney General Eric Schneiderman is getting new york 715-thousand dollars to improve environmental and public health in the state. >>
Penn State Searching For New President
Thursday, February 21, 2013A search firm has been hired to help Penn State search for a new president. >>
PA Watersheds Get Millions in Grant Money
Wednesday, February 20, 2013The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection is also giving out grants. >>
Gov. Corbett Returns $50M To British Firm
Wednesday, February 20, 2013Gov. Tom Corbett's administration has returned a $50 million security deposit to a British firm that had submitted the only bid to manage the Pennsylvania Lottery before Attorney General Kathleen Kane rejected the contract as illegal. >>
Local Sales Tax Collections Slowing Says Report
Tuesday, February 19, 2013New York State Comptroller Thomas DiNappoli has released a report on the growth of our local sales taxes. >>
Recall: Wegmans Brand Bread
Monday, February 18, 2013Wegmans brand bread sold between February 1st and February 15th may have been made with flour that contains thin pieces of wire mesh. >>
Schumer Speaks Out on Adoption Ban
Monday, February 18, 2013Hundreds of New York area families are in limbo, unsure of what happens now since a new Russian law has cut them off from the children they hoped to bring into their lives. >>
PA Attorney General Kathleen Kane Says No To Lotto Deal
Friday, February 15, 2013Pennsylvania Attorney General Kathleen Kane is rejecting Gov. Tom Corbett's contract to hire British firm Camelot Global Services to manage the $3.5 billion Pennsylvania Lottery. >>
Ex-Senator Huntley Pleads Guilty
Thursday, February 14, 2013Former New York Senator Shirley Huntley pleads guilt to a felony charge of tampering with evidence. >>
No Voter ID for PA May Primary
Thursday, February 14, 2013Legal fight over constitutionality headed to trial >>
New Delays In Lifting New York’s Fracking Ban
Wednesday, February 13, 2013New York's decision to lift a four-year ban on hydraulic fracturing is facing more delay. >>
PA Introduces New Child Abuse Laws
Wednesday, February 13, 2013New laws are in the works to protect children's safety in Pennsylvania. >>
PA Lawmaker Pushes Pot Legalization
Tuesday, February 12, 2013Pennsylvania could be the next state to legalize marijuana. >>
New Laws Crack Down On Drunk Driving And Bus Rider Safety
Tuesday, February 12, 2013New York lawmakers passed three new laws Monday. >>
Paterno's Issue Report into FBI Findings
Monday, February 11, 2013Penn State says the school's investigation into the Jerry Sandusky child sex abuse scandal by former FBI director Louis Freeh was intended to fix shortcomings in governance. >>
New Regulations To Protect NY From Flu
Monday, February 11, 2013New Regulations are aiming to protect New Yorkers from the flu. >>
Gas Prices: Pain at the Pump
Monday, February 11, 2013The average price of a gallon of gasoline has jumped 25 cents over the past two weeks. >>
Tech Connection: Gorilla Glass
Friday, February 08, 2013In the last edition of "Tech Connection," WENY-TV's J.B. Biunno takes a poetic look at the importance of Corning's Gorilla Glass to the Southern Tier. >>
University Faculty Union Set to Vote on Contract Deal
Friday, February 08, 2013Approval would end threat of potential strike >>
Minimum Wage Hike Hesistance
Friday, February 08, 2013The head of the New York Association of Convenience Stores says a minimum wage increase would place some stores in "a precarious position." >>
Fracking Review To Be Released To Public?
Thursday, February 07, 2013New York lawmakers want the public to weigh in on the fracking debate. >>
DiNapoli Honored For Lifetime Of Public Service
Thursday, February 07, 2013A New York State Comptroller has received a prestigious award. >>
Cabot Oil Strikes Deal with NY Comptroller
Tuesday, February 05, 2013Oil company to disclose policies to reduce or eliminate use of toxic fracking substances >>
PA Budget Address
Tuesday, February 05, 2013Gov. Tom Corbett is about to make the annual budget address in Harrisburg, an important sign of things to come for parents, anyone who drives on the highways and those who pay taxes. >>
Gov. Corbett Lays Out PA Budget Proposal
Tuesday, February 05, 2013Increased spending, taxes slated >>
O'Mara Calls Out Utility Tax Plan
Tuesday, February 05, 2013State Senator Tom O'Mara is calling out Governor Andrew Cuomo for his plan to extend a utility tax hike on New Yorkers. >>
Former Prosecutor Appointed To Probe Sandusky Trial
Tuesday, February 05, 2013Monday, Pennsylvania Attorney General Kathleen Kane appointed former federal prosecutor H.Geoffrey Moulton Jr. To investigate the handling of the Sandusky child sex abuse scandal. >>
Tentative Deal Approved for PA State University Faculty
Monday, February 04, 2013Still needs approval by individual union members >>
NY Legislature: Early State Budget
Friday, February 01, 2013New York's Legislature, which had been notorious for decades of passing late state budgets, now expects to pass the earliest spending plan since 1983. >>
Gov. Corbett Concerned About Family Allegations
Friday, February 01, 2013Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Corbett says he's concerned by reports about an investigation of his son-in-law, a Philadelphia narcotics police officer. >>
PA. State Police Suspend Use of Breathalyzers
Thursday, January 31, 2013State police say they have temporarily suspended use of breathalyzer machines in suspected drunken driving cases. >>
Schumer Asking for Regulation on Hydrocodone Meds
Thursday, January 31, 2013Senator Chuck Schumer wants more regs on hydrocodone pain meds. >>
Cuomo's Approval Rating Down
Wednesday, January 30, 2013Governor Cuomo's approval rating has taken quite a hit since he passed the nation's toughest ban on assault weapons. >>
Gov. Tom Corbett Proposes Privitazation of Liquor Licenses
Wednesday, January 30, 2013Governor's Prosal would raise money for education >>
Firefighters Urge NY to Ban Novelty Lighters
Wednesday, January 30, 2013Firefighters are urging New York state to ban novelty lighters that look like toys. >>
Lawmakers Weigh in on Gov. Cuomo’s Budget
Monday, January 28, 2013New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg is scheduled to lead off a lineup of local government officials statewide to weigh in on Gov. Andrew Cuomo's proposed budget. >>
Congressman Wants PSU Football Scholarships Restored
Monday, January 28, 2013Reps. Dent, Thompson says football players unfairly punished >>
NY Looks at License Suspension for Tax Delinquents
Monday, January 28, 2013If you are behind on your taxes, you may run into trouble on the road. >>
Tech Connection: TV Display Technologies
Friday, January 25, 2013Plasma, LCD, LED, OLED... so many display technologies in the television world! Have no fear, WENY-TV's J.B. Biunno is here to explain the pros and cons of each in this week's Tech Connection. >>
Insulin Patients May Have Been Exposed to HIV, Heptatitis
Thursday, January 24, 2013Insulin pens re-used on multiple people at Olean General Hosp. >>
Pennsylvania Outdoor Show Postponed
Thursday, January 24, 2013Cites backlash over decision to ban sales and display of assault rifles and magazines >>
PA Student Dies After Deadly Fall
Thursday, January 24, 2013A University of Pennsylvania senior has died after suffering a stroke after an apparent fall at a fraternity house. >>
NY And PA Dropout Rates Decline
Tuesday, January 22, 2013A new federal report says the high school dropout rate dipped in both Pennsylvania and New York, continuing a decline over the past decade. >>
Memorial Vigil For Joe Paterno
Tuesday, January 22, 2013Today marks the one year anniversary since Penn State Hall of Fame Coach, Joe Paterno died of lung cancer. >>
NY SAFE Act Website, Hotline Launched
Monday, January 21, 2013Launched to help answer questions about new gun laws >>
Waverly Man Behind Bars for Fatal DWI
Monday, January 21, 2013A man is dead after being hit by a repeat drunk driver early Sunday morning while bicycling home from work. >>
Tech Connection: Graph Search
Friday, January 18, 2013In this week's Tech Connection, WENY-TV's J.B. Biunno explains Facebook's Graph Search. >>
PA School To Consider Arming Teachers
Wednesday, January 16, 2013A northeastern Pennsylvania school district is exploring the idea of arming some school employees in the wake of last month's school shootings in Newtown, Conn. >>
Walmart Pledges to Hire Vets Who Want Work
Tuesday, January 15, 2013Walmart pledges to hire 100,000-plus veterans. >>
Gun Control Bill Gets Go-Ahead
Tuesday, January 15, 2013New York lawmakers have agreed on the first and toughest gun control laws in the nation Governor Cuomo and legislative leaders have reached a deal to enact the nation's first gun control measure following the Newtown, Conn., school shooting. >>
NY Makes The Grade On National Scale
Tuesday, January 15, 2013New York State schools got their 2013 report card and they passed with flying colors. >>
Gun Control Deal Reached in NY
Monday, January 14, 2013New York Governor Andrew Cuomo says a tough proposal on gun control is ready to become law. >>
Reports of Assalt Up at NY Youth Prisons
Monday, January 14, 2013Reports triple from previous years >>
Progress Made in University Union Contract Talks
Monday, January 14, 2013Progress made, issues still unresolved >>
Schumer Asking for Gun Sale Suspension
Monday, January 14, 2013Senator Chuck Schumer says retailers should suspend gun sales while Congress discusses the gun regulation legislation. >>
Flu Outbreak Brings On State Of Emergency
Monday, January 14, 2013Governor Andrew Cuomo issues a state of emergency following the nationwide flu outbreak. >>
Possible HIV Exposure
Monday, January 14, 2013Patients of Buffalo's VA Hospital may have been exposed to theHIV virus through unlabeled insulin pens. >>
Tech Connection: Headlines at CES
Friday, January 11, 2013In this week's Tech Connection, WENY-TV's J.B. Biunno gives his three biggest headlines of the 2013 Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas. >>
Miss NY Competes for the Crown
Friday, January 11, 2013EXCLUSIVE: WENY-TV speaks with Miss New York Mallory Hagan before competing for the Miss America crown (Saturday 9PM EST, WENY-TV ABC) >>
Leaders React to State of the State
Wednesday, January 09, 2013With everything that Governor Cuomo did talk about Wednesday in his State of the State address, some are upset about some of the topics he didn't talk about. >>
Cuomo To Give State Of The State Address
Wednesday, January 09, 2013Governor Andrew Cuomo will give his State of the State address in Albany this afternoon. >>
Importance on Weatherization Program Funding
Tuesday, January 08, 2013Senator Kirstin Gillibrand visited Owego this afternoon to talk about the importance of the federal Weatherization Assistance Program. >>
Cuomo Pushes For Assault Weapon Ban
Tuesday, January 08, 2013Governor Andrew Cuomo is pushing for an assault weapons ban. >>
Senator Gillibrand on Gun Cotnrol
Tuesday, January 08, 2013During her time in Owego today, we spoke to Senator Gillibrand about the gun control debate in Washington following the tragedy in Newtown Connecticut. >>
Flu Outbreak Continues in PA
Tuesday, January 08, 2013Health officials say the flu is still considered wide-spread in Pennsylvania and that it's not too late to get your flu shot. >>
Marrone Named Buffalo Bills Head Coach
Monday, January 07, 2013Syracuse University coach tapped for head coaching job >>
New Yorkers To Save On Health Insurance
Monday, January 07, 2013Gov. Andrew Cuomo says New Yorkers will save money on health insurance. >>
Tech Connection: Tech of 2013
Friday, January 04, 2013In this week's Tech Connection, WENY-TV's J.B. Biunno predicts some of the big tech headlines we may or may not see in 2013. >>
Tech Connection: 2012 on the Web
Friday, December 28, 2012WENY-TV's J.B. Biunno has the most liked Facebook post, most retweeted tweet, most popular Google search and most viewed YouTube video of 2012. >>
Surviving Webster Firefighters Thankful
Wednesday, December 26, 2012Now listed in Satisfactory condition >>
New Laws for New Year in New York
Monday, December 24, 2012New law bans sales of e-cigarettes to minors >>
Holiday Gift Guide: Best of the Best
Friday, December 21, 2012If you have one of these tech gifts under your Christmas Tree, give yourself a pat on the back. WENY-TV's J.B. Biunno wraps up the Tech Connection Holiday Gift Guide with his Best of the Best. >>
Casey Changes Stance on Gun Control
Thursday, December 20, 2012Events in Newtown, CT spurred change of heart >>
Cuomo Could Call Special Session
Thursday, December 20, 2012Could press for action on changes to NY gun laws >>
Taglianetti Pleads Not Guilty
Wednesday, December 19, 2012Accused of murdering Clymer Superintendent Keith Reed, Jr. >>
Memorial Funds for Sandy Hook Families
Tuesday, December 18, 2012In the wake of the Sandy Hook Elementary School massacre, members of the Newtown community are setting up memorial funds for the families of the victims. >>
Taglianetti Back in Western NY
Tuesday, December 18, 2012The Virginia man accused of killing a school superintendent who used to live and work in the Southern Tier is back in Western New York. >>
Gov. Cuomo Wants Tougher Gun Laws
Monday, December 17, 2012Calls for stricture regulations regarding assault rifles >>
Holiday Gift Guide: Phone Accessories
Friday, December 14, 2012In this week's edition of the Tech Connection Holiday Gift Guide, WENY-TV's J.B. Biunno has some neat smartphone accessories, including one he calls the coolest tech gift of the holiday season. >>
PASSHE, PA University Coaches Strike Tentative Deal
Friday, December 14, 2012Union covers about 400 coaches at Pa Universities, including Mansfield >>
New York Senators Lobby for Dairy Farmers
Thursday, December 13, 2012New York's senators are both lobbying for dairy farmers on Capitol Hill. >>
PA Won't Set Up Health Care Exchange
Wednesday, December 12, 2012Gov. Corbett says state is not ready >>
Influenza Outbreak in Pennsylvania
Wednesday, December 12, 2012Flu activity is now considered widespread in Pennsylvania. >>
Fiscal Cliff Could Impact NYS School Districts
Tuesday, December 11, 2012Districts face significant federal funding cut >>
NY, Other States Plan to Sue EPA Over Methane Emissions
Tuesday, December 11, 2012Claims EPA violates Clean Air Act >>
NY's Fracking Comment Period Opens Wednesday
Tuesday, December 11, 2012Public comment for the D-E-C's latest set of proposed fracking regulations starts Wednesday. >>
Former Elmira Woman Pleads Guilty in Fatal Fire Case
Friday, December 07, 2012Takes plea deal in Rochester fire that killed four of her children >>
Gas Drilling Company Files Chapter 11
Friday, December 07, 2012Relied on NY to finish environmental impact review sooner >>
Holiday Gift Guide: Video Games
Friday, December 07, 2012In this edition of the Tech Connection Holiday Gift Guide, WENY-TV's J.B. Biunno looks at the hottest video games of the 2012 holiday season. >>
Governor Cuomo Visits Southern Tier Projects
Wednesday, December 05, 2012Governor Cuomo was in the Southern Tier today to hear why the Southern Tier is vital to the state's economy. >>
More Classroom Time - Better Students?
Monday, December 03, 2012NY enrolls in education pilot program >>
Holiday Gift Guide: Tablets
Friday, November 30, 2012In this edition of the Tech Connection Holiday Gift Guide, WENY-TV's J.B. Biunno looks at this year's hottest tablets. >>
Revisions to NY Fracking Regulations
Thursday, November 29, 2012New York environmental officials have released a revised set of proposed regulations for hydraulic fracturing natural gas and will begin taking public comment on them in December. >>
Odds of Winning the Powerball Jackpot
Tuesday, November 27, 2012The Powerball jackpot is up to $500 million and if you think the dollar figure is breathtaking, wait till you hear about your odds of winning it all. >>
PA University Faculty Won't Strike This Semester
Tuesday, November 27, 2012PASSHE System includes Mansfield University >>
Miladin Kovacevic Released from Serbian Prison
Monday, November 26, 2012Kovacevic beat Binghamton University student into coma in 2008 >>
Holiday Gift Guide: Computers
Friday, November 23, 2012In the Tech Connection Holiday Gift Guide, WENY-TV's J.B. Biunno says this shopping season's line-up of computers comes down to the decades-old question: PC or Mac? >>
TV Chef Mr. Food Passes Away at 81
Wednesday, November 21, 2012Loses battle with Pancreatic Cancer >>
NY to Miss Health Review Deadline
Tuesday, November 20, 2012Decision to allow controversial drilling technique now pushed back to 2013 >>
Schumer Urges Back-Up Cell Service
Monday, November 19, 2012Senator Chuck Schumer urges back-up cell service for emergencies >>
Holiday Gift Guide: Home Entertainment
Friday, November 16, 2012In this edition of the Tech Connection Holiday Gift Guide, WENY-TV's J.B. Biunno looks at the hottest gifts in home entertainment, including televisions that are smarter, and include an extra dimension. >>
Cuomo To Investigate Utility Companies
Wednesday, November 14, 2012Governor Andrew Cuomo has announced plans to have a special commission investigate utility companies in the wake of Superstorm Sandy. >>
Drivers License Photos Could Be Black & White
Tuesday, November 13, 2012NY selects highest bidder for drivers license contract >>
Impact Fee Miscalculations Corrected
Monday, November 12, 2012Williamsport to receive additional $300,000 >>
CCC Students Collecting Donations For Sandy Victims
Monday, November 12, 2012Students at Corning Community college want to help Sandy victims on Staten Island. >>
Holiday Gift Guide: Smartphones
Friday, November 09, 2012In the Tech Connection Holiday Gift Guide, WENY-TV's J.B. Biunno looks at the hottest smartphones for the holiday shopping season. >>
Sen. Bob Casey Wins Re-Election in PA
Wednesday, November 07, 2012Defeats Republican challenger Tom Smith >>
WENY-TV Election Day Preview
Monday, November 05, 2012WENY-TV Political Analyst Dr. Jim Twombly of Elmira College joins J.B. Biunno and Laura Caso on the Late Edition to look at the Election Day races important to people in the Twin Tiers. >>
Where and When Can I Vote?
Monday, November 05, 2012Links to all the Board of Elections websites across the counties of the Twin Tiers. >>
Judge Denies Injuction Request for PA. Voter Id Law
Friday, November 02, 2012The Pennsylvania Judge who ruled voters without Id's can cast ballots on November 6th, declined a request to clear up confusion about the status of the law. >>
WENY-TV’s Exclusive Look at Queens
Friday, November 02, 2012WENY-TV's Walter Smith Randolph reports on the long lines on gas stations in New York City. >>
Special Report: WENY-TV Visits NYC
Thursday, November 01, 2012The city that never sleeps is struggling to get back on its feet after Hurricane Sandy brought it to its knees. >>
Sandusky Moves In with Death Row Inmates
Thursday, November 01, 2012The Former Penn state assistant football coach is serving his child molestation sentence at an institution with most of pennsylvania's death row inmates. >>
President Obama Signs Disaster Declaration
Tuesday, October 30, 2012Declaration makes federal funding available to those affected by the storm. >>
S. Tier Towns See Black-Outs Ahead of Sandy
Tuesday, October 30, 2012Hurricane Sandy has caused more than 1.5 million people to lose power across the country. >>
Tech Connection: Windows 8 Released
Friday, October 26, 2012In this week's Tech Connection, WENY-TV's J.B. Biunno looks at the radically redesigned Windows 8, and offers his opinion on whether PC users should make the upgrade. >>
Wellsville Man Arrested in Facebook Scheme
Friday, October 26, 2012Accused of fraud in alleged Facebook scam >>
PA Emergency Personnel on Watch
Friday, October 26, 2012Pennsylvania Emergency Personell Keep An Eye On Hurricane Sandy >>
Cuomo Directs Storm Monitoring
Friday, October 26, 2012Cuomo directs monitoring of Sandy, 'Super Storm' >>
New York Cracks Down on Domestic Violence
Friday, October 26, 2012New York's laws against domestic violence just got tougher. >>
Gov. Cuomo Hosts Wine, Beer and Spirits Summit
Wednesday, October 24, 2012Pledges to boost wine, beer, cider and spirits industry, tourism >>
No Mandate Relief?
Monday, October 22, 2012Governor Cuomo got the attention of leaders across New York State today, when he said no more mandate relief is on the way, and local governments have to balance their books on their own >>
Supreme Court Ponders PA Mineral Rights Law
Tuesday, October 16, 2012Justice questions changing of "Dunham Rule" >>
Arlen Specter Dies
Monday, October 15, 2012Pennsylvania's longest-serving U.S. senator has passed away. >>
Schumer Warns Of Social Security Scam
Monday, October 15, 2012New York's senior senator is warning senior citizens of a new scam on social security. >>
Suspect Caught in Ithaca Police Shooting
Friday, October 12, 2012After an overnight search, a man is in custody for shooting an Ithaca Police Officer in the West Hill area. >>
Victims Identified in PA Helicopter Crash
Thursday, October 11, 2012A helicopter that took off from Elmira crashed in bad weather in northeastern pennsylvania, killing two people. >>
New Marcellus Shale Power Plant
Thursday, October 11, 2012The gas industry has made their mark on the northern tier, and now new jobs could help boost the economy even further, but not how you might expect. >>
NY Voter Registration Deadline
Wednesday, October 10, 2012The deadline is looming for New Yorkers who haven't registered to vote on November 6th. >>
NY at Bottom Of Business Tax Climate
Wednesday, October 10, 2012When it comes to business tax climate, a new report ranks New York State at the bottom. >>
Greener Southern Tier
Tuesday, October 09, 2012The “Cleaner Greener Southern Tier Plan” will use $1 million in state aide to help focus communities in eight different counties on becoming more environmentally friendly. >>
Sandusky Sentenced To 30-60 Years
Tuesday, October 09, 2012Jerry Sandusky sentenced to at least 30 years in prison. >>
More Deaths in Meningitis Outbreak
Tuesday, October 09, 2012The meningitis outbreak is growing. Health officials are saying, as many as 13,000 people received steroid shots suspected in the meningitis outbreak. >>
Sandusky Set to Learn His Sentence
Tuesday, October 09, 2012Jerry Sandusky's sentencing hearing is today and his lawyer says the former penn state football coach will declare his innocence to the court. >>
Menigitis Outbreak : Products Recalled
Monday, October 08, 2012The pharmacy at the center of the meningitis outbreak announced Sunday a voluntary recall of every product it makes. >>
Tech Connection: iPad Mini Coming
Friday, October 05, 2012In this week's Tech Connection, WENY-TV's J.B. Biunno reveals a new device expected to be added to Apple's lineup later this month. >>
PA Judge Rules to Postpone Voter ID Law
Tuesday, October 02, 2012New law will not be in effect for November 6 Presidential Election >>
New York Fracking Delay
Monday, October 01, 2012The governor hits the reset button on the regulatory process for Hydro-fracking because of health concerns, and some feel that the all-important SGEIS could be next. >>
Health Officials Warn of Risks of Halloween Contacts
Monday, October 01, 2012Cosmetic contacts can cause infection, blindness >>
PA Judge Suggests Stopping Some of Voter ID Law
Friday, September 28, 2012The Commonwealth Court judge taking a second look at Pennsylvania's new voter ID law is suggesting stopping only a very narrow part of the politically charged law. >>
Suspect Sought in Superintendent Murder
Thursday, September 27, 2012Police say suspect drove from VA to murder Reed >>
PA to Streamline Voter ID Process
Tuesday, September 25, 2012PennDOT to Offer state identification, or Voter-Only ID's ahead of election >>
PA Supreme Court Rules on Voter ID Law
Tuesday, September 18, 2012Supreme Court Rules for Commonwealth Court to look into disenfranchisement >>
Tech Connection: iPhone 5 Drawbacks
Friday, September 14, 2012In this week's Tech Connection, WENY-TV's J.B. Biunno goes over the top 3 reasons you should not buy the iPhone 5. >>
PA Supreme Court Weights Voter ID Law
Thursday, September 13, 2012Court decision could affect Nov. 6 election >>
9/11 Health Program Expanded
Tuesday, September 11, 2012Two New York senators say the federal government will include about 50 types of cancer on the list of World Trade Center related illnesses. >>
New York City Tornadoes Touch Down
Monday, September 10, 2012Two tornadoes touched down an a very unlikely place this weekend. >>
Tech Connection: iPhone Dethroned
Friday, September 07, 2012In this week's Tech Connection, J.B. Biunno has the smartphone that knocked the iPhone off the top of the U.S. sales list. >>
A One-On-One with Sen. Schumer at DNC
Tuesday, September 04, 2012WENY-TV Washington Correspondent Ted Fioraliso talks with U.S. Senator Chuck Schumer from New York about the Democratic National Convention. >>
Pipeline Operators Turn To New York
Tuesday, September 04, 2012Pipeline operators are turning attention to New York state with plans to carry low-cost natural gas from wells in Pennsylvania to customers in major Northeast markets such as New York City and Boston >>
Tech Connection: Selling Your Phone
Friday, August 31, 2012In this week's Tech Connection, J.B. Biunno shows you how to get top dollar for your iPhone and other electronics. >>
PennDOT to Offer Free Voter ID
Monday, August 27, 2012ID needed at the polls beginning this November >>
Tech Connection: 4G vs. 3G
Saturday, August 25, 2012In this week's Tech Connection, J.B. Biunno compares the speeds of 4G LTE and 3G in the Southern Tier. >>
Romaine Lettuce Recall
Monday, August 20, 2012A Northern California produce supplier is voluntarily recalling romaine lettuce that was shipped to 19 states, including New York. >>
Tech Connection: Landing on Mars
Saturday, August 11, 2012In this week's Tech Connection, WENY TV's J.B. Biunno takes a closer look at how the Mars Rover "Curiosity" landed on the red planet. >>
National Party Committees Watching PA Voter ID Case
Thursday, August 09, 2012We could be just days away from a decision in the Pennsylvania voter ID lawsuit. >>
Schumer Wants to Keep Bills in Buffalo
Wednesday, August 08, 2012Wants NFL to alter loan program for teams with long-term owners >>
Gas Prices on the Upward Trend
Tuesday, August 07, 2012The National Average for a gallon of gas surged 13.7 cents, making it the biggest one week increase since May of 2009. >>
Penn State Trustee Appeals Sanctions
Tuesday, August 07, 2012A Penn State Trustee is planning to appeal the NCCA sanctions against the school. >>
Schumer Wants Crackdown on Lasers
Monday, August 06, 2012Senator Chuck Schumer is calling for tighter restrictions on laser devices. >>
Marcellus Shale is Most Productive Gas Site
Monday, August 06, 2012The Marcellus Shale is about to become the most productive natural gas field in America- this according to new data from energy industry analysts and the federal government. >>
Tech Connection: Back to School Tech
Saturday, August 04, 2012In this week's Tech Connection, J.B. Biunno goes over some back-to-school electronics you should have or consider purchasing for the upcoming school year. >>
Tioga County (PA) to be part of new 10th Congressional District
Wednesday, August 01, 2012Tioga County (PA) to be part of new 10th Congressional District >>
Corning Inc. Quarterly Report
Wednesday, July 25, 2012Corning Inc announced second quarter earnings today, and a company spokesman the economic turmoil in Europe is affecting Corning's bottom line. >>
Penn State Hit With $60M Fine, Other Sanctions
Monday, July 23, 2012NCAA hits Penn State football with $60 million fine, vacates Paterno's wins from 1998-2011. >>
PSU Trustee Steps Down
Friday, July 20, 2012The fallout in the Jerry Sandusky sex abuse case continues. The former chairman of the Penn State University board of trustees has resigned. Steve Garban >>
PA Creates New Voter I.D. Cards
Friday, July 20, 2012Pennsylvania officials have announced the creation of a new photo I.D. card for voters who need photo identification because of the commonwealth's new voter I.D. law. >>
Schumer Encourages Brownfield Clean-Up
Thursday, July 19, 2012Senator Charles Schumer has launched an effort to spur redevelopment of abandoned gas stations and other contaminated brownfield sites across upstate New York. >>
Tax Breaks for NY Brewers
Thursday, July 19, 2012Brewers rejoice after Governor Cuomo signs legislation to provide tax credits to New York breweries. WENY-TV's J.B. Biunno travels to a couple Southern Tier breweries that are enjoying the good news. >>
Cuomo Signs Into Law Tanning Bed Ban
Monday, July 16, 2012Indoor tanning to be illegal for people younger than 17 >>
PSU Investigation Points to Sandusky Cover Up
Thursday, July 12, 2012PSU Officials Accused of Looking Other Way >>
Penn State Report Released
Thursday, July 12, 2012Penn State's long-awaited internal investigation into the Jerry Sandusky says senior leaders disregarded the safety and welfare of his victims >>
House Votes to Repeal Affordable Care Act
Wednesday, July 11, 2012House votes to repeal; won't pass Senate >>
Fracking Water to be Tested in PA
Wednesday, July 11, 2012DEP to add tracing chemicals to fluids used in fracking process >>
House to Vote on Health Care Law Repeal
Tuesday, July 10, 2012House Plans to Repeal Affordable Care Act >>
Hurting New York Apple Crops
Tuesday, July 10, 20122011 was not a good year for apple crops in the Empire state. >>
Malware Monday Threat
Monday, July 09, 2012Today is the day the FBI will shut down the Internet servers that were set up as a safety net for computers infected with malware. >>
New Yorkers Could See Food-Aid Cuts
Monday, July 09, 2012About 300,000 households across the empire state could lose an average of $90 dollars a month. >>
PASSHE Approves Tuition Hike for PA State Universities
Monday, July 09, 2012Tuition Hike to Impact 120,000 Students >>
Tech Connection: Tablet Wars
Saturday, July 07, 2012In this week's Tech Connection, J.B. Biunno explains why you should wait a few months before buying a tablet. >>
Bradford County Acid Spill
Friday, July 06, 2012More than 4,700 gallons of hydrochloric acid spilled on a drill pad, but none of went into Towanda creek. >>
Malware Set to Unleash Monday on Thousands of Computers
Thursday, July 05, 2012Malware Threatens to Disable Internet >>
A Glance at the Past: 1940 Census
Wednesday, July 04, 2012The National Archives Talks abou the 1940 U.S. Census >>
Local Educators Hear VP Speak in Washington
Tuesday, July 03, 2012Southern Tier teachers were among thousands in Washington D.C. to hear Vice-President Joe Biden speak and hear about the future of education in America. >>
Biden To Visit Hometown
Monday, July 02, 2012A very familiar face will be making an appearance in his hometown of Scranton on Tuesday. >>
Pennsylvania State Budget Passes
Monday, July 02, 2012It took late-night votes, bickering and 11th hour negotiations but Pennsylvania lawmakers beat the deadline for a new state budget this weekend. There are no new taxes but spending did increase. >>
Air Conditioners for Needy Families
Friday, June 29, 2012Governor Cuomo announces three million dollars will go towards helping provide air conditioners for low-income families who face health risks in extreme heat. >>
Free Leone Protest in Bradford County
Friday, June 29, 2012Nearly 70 people came out to show support for Robert Leone, the man whose 2010 arrest is drawing a lot of attention after video of his alleged beating surfaced online. >>
National Bath Salts Ban
Thursday, June 28, 2012Law enforcement authorities in the Southerm Tiers believe a nationwide ban on the chemical compounds in bath salts and synthetic marajuana is a good thing for the community. >>
New PA Teacher Evaluations
Thursday, June 28, 2012New teacher evaluations have the support of the Pennsvlvania House. >>
AHCA Presidential Race Implications
Thursday, June 28, 2012People are split about the Supreme Court's decision. Most feel it will be good for the country. Others think it could cause more problems. >>
Supreme Court to Rule on Health Care Law
Wednesday, June 27, 2012What is the Supreme Court really deciding? >>
Anti-Fracking Protest
Wednesday, June 27, 2012Anti-fracking chants could be heard up and down the road near the Talisman headquarters in Horseheads this morning. >>
Drug Deaths Rise in Bradford Co.
Wednesday, June 27, 2012A total of 17 drug related deaths in Bradford County so far this year has officials nervous. The County coroner says he has never seen numbers like this before, and the year's only half over. >>
Shinagawa Votes
Tuesday, June 26, 2012It's primary day,. Polls opened at noon, and democratic congressional candidate Nate Shinagawa was first in line in Ithaca. >>
Hydrilla Treatment Starts
Tuesday, June 26, 2012Treatment starts to rid the Cayuga inlet of a plant that could choke out the entire ecosystem. >>
Gas Prices Falling
Monday, June 25, 2012Gas prices are dropping and drivers in the Southern Tier are all for it >>
Sandusky Convicted of Child Abuse
Friday, June 22, 2012Jerry Sandusky was found guilty on 45 of 48 counts of child sex abuse. >>
NY Teacher Evaluations for Parent's Only
Friday, June 22, 2012The New York Senate has passed a measure that will only release teacher evaluations to parents, not the public. >>
Greece Bus Monitor Not Filing Charges
Friday, June 22, 2012Police said the school bus monitor, Karen Klein, does not want to file criminal charges against the four students accused of bullying her on the school bus on Monday. >>
NY Welfare Uses Could Change
Wednesday, June 20, 2012The New York Senate is also voting to prohibit the use of welfare debit cards to buy cigarettes, alcohol, gambling and strip clubs. >>
Rochester Woman Murdered: Green River Killer
Wednesday, June 20, 2012Nearly 30 years after a former Rochester woman went missing after packing her bags for Seattle, authorities say they've learned her fate. >>
Sandusky Defense Rests
Wednesday, June 20, 2012Accused Former PSU Asst. Football Coach Didn't Testify >>
Senate Passes Child Porn Viewing Bill
Wednesday, June 20, 2012The New York State Senate passed legislation Tuesday that would make viewing child pornography on the internet a felony crime. >>
No Decision on Cuomo's Teacher Eval. Plan
Tuesday, June 19, 2012Governor Cuomo says a deal to limit public disclosure of teacher evaluations may have to wait until later this year. >>
Local Leaders React to Fracking
Friday, June 15, 2012Local politicians are scrambling to come up with official positions on hydraulic fracturing in Southern Tier communities. >>
Tioga Priest Charged
Friday, June 15, 2012Pennsylvania State police have filed more than two dozen abuse related charges against Father Thomas Shoback. >>
Man-hunt Underway for Buffalo Doctor
Friday, June 15, 2012A nation-wide manhunt is underway for an up-state New York trauma surgeon wanted for killing his ex-girlfriend. >>
Landowners To Renegotiate Natural Gas Leases With Chesapeake
Thursday, June 14, 2012Some New York landowners will have the opportunity to renegotiate their natural gas leases with Chesapeake Appalachia. >>
Gut Wrenching Sandusky Trial
Wednesday, June 13, 2012It was a gut wrenching day in the trial that already rocked one of America's most powerful universities- Penn State. >>
Smoke-Free SUNY Schools
Wednesday, June 13, 2012One of New York's largest public university systems may soon be tobacco-free. >>
Attack Ads Enter the Race for President
Wednesday, June 13, 2012In the race for the White House, political ads are being released more and more frequently. WENY-TV Washington Correspondent Ted Fioraliso has reaction to a Romney ad that suggests President Obama is out of touch with what’s going on in the economy. >>
NY Cracks Down on Domestic Violence
Tuesday, June 12, 2012Governor Cuomo and lawmakers agreed Monday to take several measures to protect victims of domestic violence.offenders. >>
Federal Court Dismisses Challenge to MARC 1 Pipeline
Tuesday, June 12, 2012Landowners and Environmental Groups Fought Pipeline Slated for Northern Tier >>
Verizon Wireless to Change Phone Plans
Tuesday, June 12, 2012Wireless carrier announces "Share Everything" plans >>
Airlines Drop Seating Fees
Monday, June 11, 2012New York Senator Charles Schumer announced Virgin America and JetBlue will not charge families extra fees to sit together on flights. >>
Sandusky Trial: Opening Statements Set for Today
Monday, June 11, 2012Opening statements are set for today in the Penn. State sex abuse scandal. >>
Tech Connection: Cost of an Electric Car
Saturday, June 09, 2012In this week's Tech Connection, J.B. Biunno explains how much money you'd save on gas annually with the purchase of an electric car, like the Nissan Leaf. >>
Vaccine Violations Could Affect Children
Thursday, June 07, 2012A disturbing new government report raises serious concerns about the effectiveness of vaccines for childhood diseases. >>
Sandusky Alleged Victims No Longer Annonymous
Wednesday, June 06, 2012Alleged victims in the Sandusky Sex Abuse scandal won't stay annonymous for much longer. >>
NY Senate Approves ’College Affordability Plan’
Tuesday, June 05, 2012New York Lawmakers are trying to make college more affordable. >>
Lawmakers Looking to Relieve Apple Farmers
Monday, June 04, 2012New York legislators say the state's important apple crop took a beating this spring. >>
Tech Connection: Nissan Leaf
Saturday, June 02, 2012In this week's Tech Connection, J.B. Biunno takes you for a test drive in the Nissan Leaf -- a fully electric car that can not only help your wallet, but the planet too. >>
Gillibrand Calls for Disaster Declaration for Farmers
Friday, June 01, 2012New York farms damaged by spring freeze, after early spring warmup >>
4th Grader Identified in Fatal Memorial Day Parade
Thursday, May 31, 2012Chenango County Residents are mourning the tragic death of a 10 year-old boy who died during a Memorial Day Parade. >>
PA Constable Charged with Prostitution
Thursday, May 31, 2012A Pennsylvania State Constable is charged with offering money for sex to an inmate. >>
Sandusky Pre-trial and Secretive Meeting
Wednesday, May 30, 2012Rumors are swirling after an unannounced meeting with Jerry Sandusky and his lawyers. >>
President Awards Medals of Freedom
Wednesday, May 30, 2012Bob Dylan, John Glenn, and Pat Summitt among the recipients receiving the nation's highest civilian honor. >>
NY Flags at Half-Staff for NY Trooper
Wednesday, May 30, 2012In just two days, friends, family and even strangers will honor Trooper Amanda Anna. >>
Tick Season Starts
Tuesday, May 29, 2012The mild winter in the Twin Tiers was perfect for insectsso health officials expect there will be a lot more bugs and ticks to deal with this summer. >>
Schumer and Airline Hikes
Monday, May 28, 2012Memorial Day is one of the busiest travel days of the year and One New York Democrat is urging airlines to allow families with young children to sit together without paying extra. >>
Tech Connection: A Bill to Stop Cyberbullying
Saturday, May 26, 2012In this week's Tech Connection, J.B. Biunno takes a closer look at New York State Senator Tom O'Mara's legislation to prevent cyberbullying with a change to anonymous posting on the web. >>
Second Mile Charity Asking Court to Shut Down
Friday, May 25, 2012The charity for troubled youths started by former Penn State assistant football coach Jerry Sandusky more than three decades ago is seeking court approval to shut down. >>
Gas Alternative in Elmira?
Wednesday, May 23, 2012An alternative fuel solution could be coming to the Twin Tiers this summer. >>
Sheriff: Man Sets House on Fire, Kills Self and Child
Tuesday, May 22, 2012Broome County Sheriff David Harder says a 61-year-old man tied up his wife and made her watch from a car outside before he shot his 3-year-old daughter, set his house on fire, and shot himself. >>
PA Legislative Committee Approves Budget
Tuesday, May 22, 2012A key legislative committee has endorsed a Senate-approved $27.7 billion dollar state budget on Monday. >>
Google Gives the Gift of 'Space' to Cornell
Tuesday, May 22, 2012Google announced Monday they're giving Cornell University some free office space while campus construction gets underway. >>
Rep. Reed Calls for Increased Reporting of Cancer Clinical Trial Results
Friday, May 18, 2012Says Increased Reporting Could Mean Life for Cancer Victims >>
Facebook Trading Day
Friday, May 18, 2012All eyes are on Wall Street this morning, in acticipation of Facebook's first day of trading. >>
Food Stamp Fingerprinting
Friday, May 18, 2012Applying for food stamps in New York City is about to get a lot easier. >>
Special Report - Racing to the Top
Thursday, May 17, 2012Joe Melillo talks to five Southern Tier Superintendents about the federal program Race to the Top and the problems they've run into. >>
Senate Passes Bill to Change 9/11 Primary Date
Wednesday, May 16, 2012The New York Senate approved a bill that would push the state's September 11th primary elections back two days. >>
Major Steps to Fight Alzheimer’s.
Tuesday, May 15, 2012The U.S. Governemnt is adopting a landmark strategy to fight Alzheimer's. >>
Bill to Criminalize Teacher/Student Sexual Activity
Tuesday, May 15, 2012Monday, the New York Senate passed legislation that would make it a crime for school employees to engage in sexual activity with students. >>
Water in Dimock Declared Safe
Friday, May 11, 2012EPA Testing Finds No Unsafe Levels of Contaminants >>
West Nile in PA
Friday, May 11, 2012The first mosquito carrying the West Nile virus has been detected in Pennsylvania. >>
Lawmakers React to Obama's Same-Sex Marriage Support
Thursday, May 10, 2012Sen. Gillibrand, Rep. Reed react to President's Support of Gay Marriage >>
New York Considers Tanning Ban
Thursday, May 10, 2012Legislation would prohibit people under 18 from using tanning booths >>
A Political Chess Move?
Thursday, May 10, 2012President Obama made history by announcing support for same sex marriage, but some say the move is strictly symbolic; an effort to solidify his stance before the 2012 presidential race kicks into high gear. >>
Move to Protect New Yorkers with Disabilities
Thursday, May 10, 2012Governor Cuomo proposed better protections for about a million New Yorkers with disabilities and special needs on Monday. >>
Obama Supports Same-Sex Marriage
Thursday, May 10, 2012In a move much longed for by his Democratic base, President Obama shifted gears and came out in support of gay marriage. >>
President Obama Visits Albany
Wednesday, May 09, 2012The President visits SUNY Albany to praise upstate New York and send a message to Congress. >>
Sandusky Case Judge Rules Against AG on Subpoenas
Tuesday, May 08, 2012The judge in former Penn State assistant football coach Jerry Sandusky's child sex-abuse case is ruling against a prosecution effort to rein in defense subpoenas. >>
Preventing Wrong-Way Crashes
Tuesday, May 08, 2012The Department of Transportation is researching ways to prevent devastating wrong-way crashes on the road. >>
Corning-Painted Post School District P.E. for Life
Tuesday, May 08, 2012The Corning-Painted Post School District implemented a program much different than most schools, and it seems to be working. >>
Bobbie Kugler Pleads Not Guilty to Murder, Assault
Friday, May 04, 2012Mother accused of setting fire that killed four of her children >>
New Ruling In Penn State Abuse Scandal
Friday, May 04, 2012Judge rules against a prosecution effort to rein in Sandusky defense subpoenas. >>
NY Senate Adds 63rd Seat
Friday, May 04, 2012The Court Of Appeals Approves a 63rd New York Senate Seat. >>
Newt Gingrich Drops Out of Race
Wednesday, May 02, 2012Republican Newt Gingrich can call himself a former presidential candidate after suspending his campaign. >>
Volunteer Fire Departments Struggle
Wednesday, May 02, 2012- Locally and across the state, volunteer fire departments are trying very hard to recruit more firefighters, without much luck. >>
NTSB Investigates Wrong-Way Crashes
Tuesday, May 01, 2012Wrong-Way Crashes Claim Thousands of Lives >>
Newt Gingrich to End Presidential Campaign
Wednesday, April 25, 2012Will Endorse Mitt Romney for GOP Nomination >>
Romney Wins NY & PA Primaries
Wednesday, April 25, 2012Mitt Romney put an exclamation point on his campaign Tuesday night, winning five more state primaries. >>
Tips for Last Minute Tax Filing
Monday, April 16, 2012April 17 at midnight is the last day to file your taxes. >>
Rick Santorum Suspends GOP Presidential Campaign
Tuesday, April 10, 2012Rick Santorum Drops Out of Presidential Race, Cites Daughter's Health >>
Wegmans Ranks #1 in Customer Satisfaction
Tuesday, April 03, 2012Wegmans Ranks #1 in Customer Satisfaction >>
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