Palmesano Slams WInd And Solar In State Hearings

Assemblyman Phil Palmesano (R, Corning) has been arguing in the state budget hearings, to keep natural gas from being replaced by green energy projects.  "Wind and Solar do not count.  They are not dispatchable," Palmesano said.  Also, according to the assemblyman, these green projects are funded by surcharges and extra fees, on utility bills, and make up 20 percent of some utility bills.  Supporters of the climate action laws say, using wind and solar reduces pollution and are more cost effective. 

 

Gililbrand Says Stop The Tariffs 

U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY) held a virtual press conference yesterday to demand that President Trump end his tariff policies and refund American consumers and small businesses what they paid in tariff cost increases.  "New Yorkers deserve better than President Trump’s tariffs and cost-increasing chaos. Prices are up for housing, groceries, electricity, and other everyday essentials because of President Trump’s tariffs,” said Senator Gillibrand. “Last week, the Supreme Court confirmed what Democrats have been saying for months—President Trump’s tariffs are illegal. I’m demanding that the Trump administration follow the law, end these harmful tariffs once and for all, and refund small businesses and consumers for the costs they incurred from the illegal tariffs.”  This week, Senator Gillibrand demanded that the Trump administration immediately begin issuing refunds to small businesses for the additional costs they incurred from the illegal tariffs and ensure that those funds are passed through to consumers.

Bath Man Is Accused Of Allegedly Raping A 13 Year Old

From NYSP:  The New York State Police in Bath report the arrest of Zachary T. Preston, age 26, of Bath, NY.  Preston was charged with Rape in the 2nd degree (D felony), following an investigation initiated in September 2025 after a report involving a 13-year-old female.  On February 25, 2026, State Police located and arrested Preston in the town of Bath without incident. He was processed at SP Bath and transported to the Steuben County Jail pending centralized arraignment. Orders of protection were issued on behalf of the victim.

 

Federal Aviation Administration's Statement On Lasers

The FAA has announced that there were over 11,000 laser pointing incidents in 2025.   In New York State alone, last year there were 369 laser pointing incidents reported by pilots.  The fine for doing that to airplane pilots is $11,000.   You can also get five years in prison for putting lasers in pilots eyes. 

 

Pasta Night Is Slated For Early March In Dundee

On March 5, 2026 , The Foundation for Southern Tier Libraries will be the featured local charity at PASTA NIGHT at Veraisons restaurant at Glenora Wine Cellars in Dundee, NY.  A portion of the proceeds will benefit the 48 member libraries in the Southern Tier. The member libraries are in Allegany, Chemung, Schuyler, Steuben and Yates Counties.  These libraries welcome more than one million visitors each year. Funds raised by the Foundation promote and support the long-term viability of these libraries.  PASTA NIGHT  at Veraisons is open to all who would like a great meal and to show support for your local library. Create the perfect dish of pasta from a selection of homemade sauces and ingredients. Unlimited trips to the pasta bar are included.  Dinner is served from 5-8pm and reservations are encouraged. Adults are $25.95. Children are $21.95. Gluten free options are available by calling the restaurant at 800-243-5513.

 

Bath Man Is Accused Of Alleged Witness Tampering

Upcoming Roller Skating Event In Addison