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Michigan farms supply Christmas trees nationwide, including to the White House

Wednesday, December 3 by The Center Square

As the holiday season ramps up, Michigan stands as one of the country's leading Christmas tree producers. This year, the multimillion-dollar holiday industry will supply about 2 million fresh... Read More.

NYC comptroller faces criticism for pushing ESG as he leaves office

Wednesday, December 3 by The Center Square

(The Center Square) - New York City Comptroller Brad Lander is facing criticism for urging city pension funds to cut ties with several major asset managers over what he described as weak progress on environmental, social and governance (ESG) investing. ... Read More.

Tioga Downs awards $2 million to nonprofits on Giving Tuesday

Wednesday, December 3 by Pat McDonald

More than one hundred twenty Southern Tier organizations advancing community development were recognized at the Tioga Downs Regional Community Foundation’s Annual Awards Ceremony on Tuesday, December 2NICHOLS, NY – In a luncheon attended by representatives from nonprofit organizations throughout the Southern Tier and Northern... Read More.

Commissioner Gates to host three town hall meetings throughout Bradford County

Wednesday, December 3 by Pat McDonald

Bradford County Commissioner Zachary Gates will be hosting three town halls next week.The goal of these town halls will be to allow residents to provide their input on issues affecting the county, opportunities of interest for public officials and areas for improvement or recognition.The... Read More.

Wanted man arrested in Cortland for murder in Scranton

Wednesday, December 3 by Pat McDonald

A 21-year-old man was arrested in Cortland on Monday in connection with a 2024 homicide in Scranton.After being on the run for 19 months, Malachi A. Darden was arrested and charged with being a fugitive from justice and resisting arrest.Darden was wanted on a... Read More.

HomePLUS opening large showroom in Oakdale Commons

Wednesday, December 3 by Pat McDonald

A new business will be moving into the Oakdale Commons in the near future.Binghamton-based furniture store HomePLUS is getting ready to open a large showroom at the Johnson City shopping complex.HomePLUS will be taking over nine spaces, covering over 27,000 square feet, near the... Read More.

Christmas in Richford Tree Lighting set for Sunday

Wednesday, December 3 by Pat McDonald

The Christmas in Richford Tree Lighting Ceremony is set for this weekend.The annual holiday event will take place from 4 to 5:30 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 7 at the Richford Graded Schoolhouse, located on Route 38 in Richford.Santa will arrive at 4 pm and... Read More.

City of Elmira moves away from parking meters

Wednesday, December 3 by Pat McDonald

Visitors to downtown Elmira no longer have to worry about feeding the meter.The city has decided to move away from parking meters and go to free, two-hour parking.There were over 500 parking meters within the city, mostly in downtown Elmira.Logistics are still being worked... Read More.

Longtime Schuyler County Sheriff Yessman passes away

Wednesday, December 3 by Pat McDonald

Longtime Schuyler County Sheriff William Yessman has passed away.Yessman served as Schuyler County Sheriff for 16 years before retiring in 2021.He held various positions in the sheriff's office, including sergeant, lieutenant and undersheriff, for more than 36 years.Members of the Schuyler County Community and... Read More.

Lawyers commission, then jump on toxic-tampon study

Wednesday, December 3 by The Center Square

A study commissioned by plaintiff lawyers has led to a handful of lawsuits alleging tampons contain an unsafe amount of lead, with the most recent being filed last month. ... Read More.

On Giving Tuesday, Dell family pledges $6.25 B to American children

Wednesday, December 3 by The Center Square

The Tuesday after Thanksgiving was a day for charitable giving and this Tuesday, Michael and Susan Dell pledged to donate a total of $6.25 billion to millions of American children. ... Read More.

Facing appeals loss, activists withdraw suit that had frozen ICE

Wednesday, December 3 by The Center Square

After winning a court order essentially forbidding federal immigration agents from responding with force against so-called "protestors" interfering with ICE operations and threatening federal agents in Illinois, attorneys representing journalists and anti-ICE activists have now decided to pull the plug on their lawsuit, rather... Read More.