Guest Column: Badmouthing AI marketing is all the rage, but false AI accusations hurt local businesses

A recent thread on Reddit about small businesses using AI for marketing, in particular "fake food images" used by some restaurants, included a comment that said, "I think it's important for businesses like K-HOUSE to know that many don't go there because of the persistent use of AI." Business owner Alina Kim, who knows K-HOUSE's graphic design comes from a human, spoke up, and allowed 14850 Magazine to share her thoughts. [...]

Former Bank of America staff have until November 23 to dispute the vacation balance a settlement says they are owed

Former Bank of America employees who worked in California, New York or Illinois and left with unused vacation have until November 27, 2026 to dispute the figure a $4.28 million settlement has calculated for them. No claim form is needed to be paid: a check goes out automatically to everyone who does not opt out.... The post Former Bank of America staff have until November 23 to dispute the vacation balance a settlement says they are owed appeared first on The Financial Wire .

Azalea Wind seeks state permit for 100-megawatt Schuyler County project

Azalea Wind LLC is seeking a New York State permit to construct and operate a 100-megawatt renewable-energy facility in the Schuyler County towns of Catharine and Hector. The proposal is listed as matter 26-00025 in the Department of Public Service’s public document system. The filing is being reviewed under Article VIII of the state Public Service Law, the permitting process used for major renewable-energy facilities.

Wind farm proposal in Schuyler County sparks concern

HECTOR, N.Y. (WETM) — A proposed wind farm in Hector and Catharine is raising concerns among people about its potential effects on health, wildlife, and the surrounding area. The Azaelea Wind project, developed by Colorado-based Bedrock Renewables, would stretch across 250 acres in the eastern portions of Hector and Catharine. The proposal could bring anywhere […]

Newfield exploring possibility of farmers’ market

NEWFIELD, NY (607NewsNow) — Newfield currently doesn’t have a farmers’ market, but that might change. The town is looking for opinions from the public. “What would you like to see in a Newfield farmers market? What would make you want to participate? Are you a farmer, gardener, baker, maker, musician, organization, or local business interested in being involved?”

The 10 New York Salvage Yards Filled With Architectural Treasures From Houses That Disappeared

Who knew an old doorknob could cause this much emotional attachment?. Across New York, salvage yards keep stained glass, clawfoot tubs, carved mantels, beams, doors, and little pieces of buildings that no longer exist. That history makes the hunt addictive. Every object feels like it has something to say, even...

‘It truly felt like a death’: After Shurfine fire, Spencer community works to fill gaps left behind

Nearly a month after a fire destroyed Spencer’s sole grocery store, a putrid smell hangs in the air around the rubble and shopping carts are scattered throughout the wreckage of the former Shurfine Food Mart. It’s a stark reminder of what once stood at the heart of the small Tioga County village.

National Farmers Day highlights importance of local farms

ELMIRA, N.Y. (WETM) — Most people don’t think twice about where our food comes from. But on National Farmers Day it’s important to remember that every trip to the grocery store is hours of work that farmers put in. “Local farms are pretty much the backbone of the economy. When things are most interconnected with […]

Ithaca City Officials Unveil Proposed 2027 Budget, Close $8M Deficit Under State Tax Cap

During the Ithaca Common Council’s Oct. 7 meeting, city officials unveiled their proposed budget for fiscal year 2027, closing a $8 million deficit while keeping property tax increases below the state tax cap limit. City Controller Carissa Ralbovsky said the total 2027 general fund proposed budget is $94,200,649. Ralbovsky...

New Well Being Drilled to Provide Water for Long-Awaited Owego Tractor Supply Store

The business had planned to open its doors last January but things changed when it turned out the place had no water supply.

TeraWulf suggests it will take legal action if Lansing pursues data center ban

Days after the Lansing Town Board decided on Sept. 29 to explore a total ban on data centers, TeraWulf CEO Paul Prager issued a response urging town officials to allow the project to move forward. If not, he suggested the company would take legal action. The Ithaca Voice obtained a...

New Well Being Drilled to Provide Water for Long-Awaited Owego Tractor Supply Store

The business had planned to open its doors last January but things changed when it turned out the place had no water supply.

Wells College eyes piece-by-piece sale amid mounting challenges

College President Susan Henking says claims about deteriorating buildings are overstated or incorrect. But the concerns are not misplaced.

Explore Local Food Sources on October 10 with CCE Steuben County’s Farm Trail Day

Bath, NY – On Saturday, October 10 Cornell Cooperative Extension of Steuben County (CCE Steuben) will host its fifth annual Farm Trail Day in partnership with Explore Steuben and 10 local farms and agribusinesses. Families and members of the public are invited to explore our local food sources at farms across Steuben County. There is an opportunity to win a free basket of local farm goods for those who make it to at least three Farm Trail Day stops.

Corning Building Co. to reopen as Home Central store

CORNING, N.Y.  (WETM) – Home Central, previously Corning Building Company, will host its grand reopening in mid-October. The public reopening will take place at 346 Park Ave. in Corning on Saturday, Oct. 17, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. It will include a $500 Home Central shopping giveaway from the fall catalog, prize raffles and vendor […]

Robinson Family Jewelers Celebrates Grand Reopening

Robinson Family Jewelers is ready to celebrate a major milestone with the Grand Reopening of its new showroom on October 10 at 4077 West Road in Cortland. The new location is nearly three times the size of the former Groton Avenue store, giving customers more space, more selection and an entirely new shopping experience.

Details Emerge on Plans for Closed Binghamton Weis Supermarket

Salvation Army representatives have offered new information on what will happen to the former neighborhood Giant store.

Housing market shifting in Finger Lakes region