URMC study points to possible new therapy for hearing loss
STAFF REPORTS ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Researchers have taken an important step toward what may become a new approach to restore hearing loss. In a new study, out today in the…
GCC offers online “winterim” courses during winter break
STAFF REPORTS BATAVIA, N.Y. — Genesee Community College has opened registration for 12 ONLINE Winterim classes available between the Fall 2018 and Spring 2019 semesters. These courses allow students to…
URMC joins network dedicated to improving care for spinal muscular atrophy
STAFF REPORTS ROCHESTER, N.Y. — The University of Rochester Medical Center (URMC) has been selected as one of the first four institutions in the U.S. to participate in the SMA…
AMHERST TIMES: South Union Road construction underway
AMHERST TIMES By KEATON DEPRIEST Construction on South Union Road began Sept. 26 with a northbound right lane closure. The lane closure goes through the intersection at Wehrle Drive and…
Today’s forecast: Showers likely with a high near 57
STAFF REPORTS The National Weather Service says showers are likely today. Cloudy, with a high near 57. Breezy, with a light and variable wind becoming west 18 to 23 mph…
URMC researchers open new path to studying leukemia
STAFF REPORTS ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Wilmot Cancer Institute study uncovers how a single gene could be at fault in acute myeloid leukemia (AML), one of the deadliest cancers. The breakthrough…
A Look Ahead: This Week at Buffalo State
STAFF REPORTS BUFFALO, N.Y. — From a graduate school fair to discussions on serious health concerns, there’s a lot to check out this week at Buffalo State. Here are some…
Hinsdale man charged with pot possession
STAFF REPORTS A 52-year-old Hinsdale man was charged with Criminal Possession of Marijuana on October 13, 2018 following a routine traffic stop. According to New York State Troopers, during a…
Bolivar woman faces numerous drug and traffic charges following two-car accident
STAFF REPORTS A 34-year-old Bolivar woman was charged with Burglary, Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, DWAI -Drugs, Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle, and numerous traffic infractions on…
Elmira pair charged with carrying a concealed firearm in Town of Cuba
STAFF REPORTS A 23-year-old man and a 25-year-old woman, both of Elmira, were charged with Criminal Possession of a Weapon – Loaded Firearm and Criminal Possession of a Weapon –…