Exploring the Western NY Wilds: What do reindeer eat?
A combination of algea and fungus is the fuel behind Santa’s herd By Bob Confer, Follow Exploring the Western NY Wilds on Facebook Kids everywhere know that Santa Claus subsists […]
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Another reason to get your Real ID, $45 fee coming soon
Former TSA agent offers insight, urges all Americans get a REAL ID By Steve Sprague, Real ID is back in the news, this time because you may be charged $45 […]
Standing beside our elected representatives
Maintaining a connection to our government officials is the people’s duty A COLUMN By Frederick Sinclair Far too often we elect people to represent us and then send them off […]
Congressman Langworthy: Law to block NY Governor’s “gas ban” approved in committee
Energy Choice Act Clears Final Hurdle Before Heading to House Floor WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Nick Langworthy (NY-23) announced today that his legislation, the Energy Choice Act, has passed out of the […]
Decorating the White House for Christmas with Abe Lincoln
Portville NY resident Christine Berardi goes to Washington for historic tree trimming By Christine Berardi, pictured in late November at the White House A dream came true for me this […]
Stefanik Signs Discharge Petition Forcing Vote on Banning Stock Trading for Members of Congress
“Bipartisan, commonsense, good governance” From the Office of Congresswoman Stefanik, WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today Congresswoman Elise Stefanik (R-NY), Chair of House Republican Leadership, signed the discharge petition filed by Representative Anna Paulina […]
FEDS: Canandaigua man charged with threats of terror at Christmas Market
Due to threats against the Jewish community the annual tradition was cancelled From the US Attorney’s Office, ROCHESTER, N.Y. –U.S. Attorney Michael DiGiacomo announced today that Michael J. Keitz, 56, […]
Hornell Area Humane Society appoints new Executive Director
Alexandra Morsman is “incredibly excited to be able to make a much larger impact” From the HAHS, Follow them on Facebook The Hornell Area Humane Society Board of Directors has […]
The Arc Allegany-Steuben Awarded $28,500 Grant from NYSARC Trust Services
Grant supports guardianship for people with disabilities in Allegany and Steuben Counties From the Arc Allegany-Steuben BATH, NY – The Arc Allegany-Steuben, a not-for-profit organization supporting people with disabilities in Allegany […]
The Dan Barkley Showcase comes to an end, but the memories and performances will last on
By Bill Collmer, Hornell Sun Senior Sports Writer Medieval English poet Geoffrey Chaucer coined the phrase,”All good things must come to an end.” And that is certainly the case with […]
Tom O’Mara: Renewing the fight for more responsible government
Seven “critical shortcomings” that NYS must address in 2026 A weekly COLUMN by NY State Senator Tom O’Mara, Approaching a new legislative session in January, we unfortunately continue to face […]
Senator Schumer reacts after bomb threats in New York
An email indicated that bombs were placed in Binghamton, Rochester, and Long Island offices of the NY Senator From US Senator Charles Schumer, pictured in Wellsville in 2025 This morning, […]
The Bridges Are Buckling
What The Key Bridge Collapse Reveals About a Nation Pushing 20th Century Bones Into 21st Century Loads By Clay “Tiger” Hulin, photo from history.uscg When the Francis Scott Key Bridge […]
Governor Hochul: HEAP assistance program now open
Eligible Households Could Receive up to $996 To Help Keep Their Homes Warm This Winter From the Office of NYS Governor Kathy Hochul, Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that New […]
Performing Arts Concert set for Friday at Alfred State College
Alfred State’s performing arts groups will spread holiday cheer at their winter concert on Dec. 5 From Alfred State College, The Alfred State Performing Arts organizations will present their annual […]