There Is An Air Quality Health Advisory Until Midnight

An Air Quality Health Advisory has been issued for July 14, 2025, for the following regions:

• Central New York
• Eastern Lake Ontario
• Western New York

This advisory is effective 10 a.m. to 11:59 p.m. The pollutant of concern is Smoke-Enhanced Fine Particles.

Boat Accident On Saturday Night In Yates County

From The Yates Co Sheriff's Dept:  Yates County Sheriff Deputies were dispatched to 296 E Lake Rd for the report of a boat accident with injuries. Upon arrival witnesses were treating Benjamin Cramer on scene for serious injuries. Witnesses of the accident stated that the boat collided with the shoreline ejecting the driver onto the shore. Cramer was transported to F.F. Thompson Hospital before being sent on to Strong Memorial Hospital for treatment of life-threatening injuries. Also, responding and assisting at the scene were Middlesex Fire Dept. Middlesex Ambulance, Cheshire Fire, Yates County Marine Patrol, Mercy Flight, and Rushville Fire. Investigation into the cause of the accident is still pending.

 

Some Of Route 415 In Bath Is Closed For Some Of The Week

The State D.O.T. says, weather permitting, part of State Route 415 in Bath, starting today, will be closed to traffic.  That will be near the railroad crossing adjacent to May Street in the Village of Bath.  This is expected to be completed by this Thursday. The D.O.T. says drivers are advised to follow the signed detour utilizing Interstate 86.  Also, drivers should anticipate travel delays .

 

Campbell Ramp Closures - There Are Detours

The State D.O.T. says they’ll be closing two ramps in Campbell on today.  That’ll be the ramps on I-86 at Exit 42 east and Exit 42 West.  the ramps are being closed this morning. D.O.T. official say there will be detours.

 

Work To Be Done On Railroad Between Bath And Hammondsport

Republican Congressman Nick Langworthy says, the Steuben County Industrial Development Agency in Bath, has been awarded $200,000 by the Appalachian Regional Commission.  Langworthy says, that money will go to the Bath and Hammondsport Rail Corridor Stabilization Project, to repair a 2.9-mile stretch of the railway.   He also says, in addition to the $200,000 grant, local sources will provide another $200,000, bringing the total project funding to $400,000.  “Repairing this railway will generate new economic opportunities by attracting visitors, boosting local revenue, and supporting job growth. It’s a smart, forward-looking investment in Steuben County’s economy and infrastructure," Langworthy said.  From Steuben County Legislative Chair Kelly Fitzpatrick: ”“This investment in the Bath and Hammondsport Rail Corridor is a win for both our infrastructure and our local economy.”