Bill protecting immigrant workers from workplace harassment signed into law
Law prohibits employer harassment and retaliation against immigrants Attorney General Letitia James today applauded recent action by Governor Andrew Cuomo signing legislation creating penalties for discrimination or retaliation against immigrant…
Stay cool in the heat
Take care as the weather heats up. Extreme heat can affect your health, and the health of your neighbors and even pets. Madison County Health Department recommends the following steps…
American Legion Post 140 to host 100th anniversary Celebration
The American Legion Post 140, 325 S. Peterboro St., Canastota, will celebrate its 100th anniversary beginning with opening ceremonies in the parking lot at 9:30 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 10, 2019.…
Four ways dairy farmers keep their cows cool in the summer
It wasn’t just people looking for ways to beat the summer heat following a recent surge that saw temperatures hovering near 100 degrees across the Northeast. Believe it or not,…
Canastota Area Association of Churches thanks donors
The Board of the Canastota Area Association of Churches is pleased to announce that the 2019 Grant program wrapped-up at a recent Breakfast at Believers Chapel, with checks being presented…
American Legion of New York elects new commander and officers, sets mission for year ahead
Annual convention draws hundreds to Buffalo, membership elects Cortland County veteran to lead organization Hundreds of veterans gathered at the annual American Legion Department of New York convention to elect…
New Woodstock Free Library announces programs, events
The New Woodstock Free Library announced the following programs for the remainder of July and August. Saturday, July 27: Old Home Day – Walk in the parade *Sign up required…
BOCES Rome ACCESS Site offers free TASC preparation workshops
The BOCES Rome ACCESS Site will offer TASC workshops through August and beyond to prepare those interested in earning their high school equivalency diploma; study packets will also be available…
Mammography van to visit Canastota Public Library
Breast cancer screening is a life-saver, and SUNY Upstate Medical University and the Canastota Public Library are partnering to make it easy to get your annual mammogram. The mobile mammography…
Brindisi fights for rural broadband and holds cable companies accountable
Congressman testifies before House Energy and Commerce Committee about need for broadband in rural areas Brindisi: When Upstate New Yorkers call their cable company, they get no help—only excuses Congressman…
FDA issues nationwide advisory on imported basil from Siga Logistics
Product potentially linked to multiple cases of cyclosporiasis in New York and other states The state Department of Agriculture and Markets and the Department of Health today urged New Yorkers…
811 Day raises awareness to call 811 before you dig
Damages to underground utility lines can create safety concerns for the community and utility workers that can sometimes result in injury and event death, like the recent incident in Murrieta,…