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Report: NY’s college aid program falls behind inflation, tuition costs
Report: NY’s college aid program falls behind inflation, tuition costs
New York’s primary need-based grant program for college students has not kept pace with inflation or rising tuition costs
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February 17, 2026 at 9:30 PM
Report: NY’s college aid program falls behind inflation, tuition costs
NY Attorney General warns of ‘pig butchering’ investment scams
NY Attorney General warns of ‘pig butchering’ investment scams
New York Attorney General Letitia James issued a consumer alert Tuesday, warning residents about “pig butchering” scams.
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February 17, 2026 at 9:00 PM
NY Attorney General warns of ‘pig butchering’ investment scams
Olympic athletes competing this week in Milan, Italy, trained at Lake Placid’s Olympic venues, where New York State funding helps maintain facilities that continue producing world-class competitors.
Lake Placid Olympic venues help produce world-class competitors
Olympic athletes competing this week in Milan, Italy, trained at Lake Placid’s Olympic venues.
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February 17, 2026 at 8:30 PM
Olympic athletes competing this week in Milan, Italy, trained at Lake Placid’s Olympic venues, where New York State funding helps maintain facilities that continue producing world-class competitors.
St. Lawrence Co. Board Chair David Forsythe discusses why keeping Claxton Hepburn's essential services is a matter of life and death for the community.
📰: https://www.wwnytv.com/2026/02/17/7-after-noon-st-lawrence-co-board-chair-discusses-ice-agreement-claxton-hepburn-county-projects/
📰: https://www.wwnytv.com/2026/02/17/7-after-noon-st-lawrence-co-board-chair-discusses-ice-agreement-claxton-hepburn-county-projects/
February 17, 2026 at 8:00 PM
St. Lawrence Co. Board Chair David Forsythe discusses why keeping Claxton Hepburn's essential services is a matter of life and death for the community.
📰: https://www.wwnytv.com/2026/02/17/7-after-noon-st-lawrence-co-board-chair-discusses-ice-agreement-claxton-hepburn-county-projects/
📰: https://www.wwnytv.com/2026/02/17/7-after-noon-st-lawrence-co-board-chair-discusses-ice-agreement-claxton-hepburn-county-projects/
UPDATE: Pastor, firefighters in critical condition after church explodes in Boonville
Pastor, firefighters in critical condition after church explodes in Boonville
State police have released new information about Tuesday morning’s explosion of an Oneida County church.
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February 17, 2026 at 7:45 PM
UPDATE: Pastor, firefighters in critical condition after church explodes in Boonville
The most dramatic type of solar eclipse is happening Tuesday.
First solar eclipse of 2026 will have ‘ring of fire’
The most dramatic type of solar eclipse is happening Tuesday.
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February 17, 2026 at 7:00 PM
The most dramatic type of solar eclipse is happening Tuesday.
Frozen Lake Champlain becomes a visitor attraction
Frozen Lake Champlain becomes a visitor attraction
Many enjoyed the Presidents' Day holiday with a view of a frozen Lake Champlain.
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February 17, 2026 at 5:00 PM
Frozen Lake Champlain becomes a visitor attraction
AROUND NEW YORK: With warmer weather across New York State, WBNG's Jordan Arpin takes a look at ice jams and what they are.
What is an ice jam?
What is an ice jam?
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February 17, 2026 at 4:30 PM
AROUND NEW YORK: With warmer weather across New York State, WBNG's Jordan Arpin takes a look at ice jams and what they are.
Tax experts recommend filing early to avoid complications
Tax experts recommend filing early to avoid complications
Tax experts say people should start thinking about filing their tax returns now, even though the April 15 deadline is still weeks away.
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February 17, 2026 at 4:00 PM
Tax experts recommend filing early to avoid complications
Wendy’s to close hundreds of restaurants
Wendy’s to close hundreds of restaurants as part of brand revitalization effort
Wendy’s said it plans to close at least 5% of its restaurants over the next few months.
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February 17, 2026 at 3:30 PM
Wendy’s to close hundreds of restaurants
Nationwide electricity rate increases drive winter heating bills higher
Nationwide electricity rate increases drive winter heating bills higher
Electricity rates rose in every state last year and many families are feeling it in their heating bills. Consumer Investigator Rachel DePompa shares simple weekend fixes and long-term upgrades that can help you save this winter.
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February 16, 2026 at 11:00 PM
Nationwide electricity rate increases drive winter heating bills higher
Gas station competition drives West Carthage prices below state average
Gas station competition drives West Carthage prices below state average
Gas station competition in West Carthage has driven fuel prices more than 10 cents below the state average.
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February 16, 2026 at 10:30 PM
Gas station competition drives West Carthage prices below state average
North Country residents took advantage of Monday’s warmer temperatures, the first time in over a month that the mercury climbed above 40 degrees.
Temperatures hit 40s...and, yes, that’s big news around here!
North Country residents took advantage of Monday’s warmer temperatures, the first time in over a month that the mercury climbed above 40 degrees.
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February 16, 2026 at 10:00 PM
North Country residents took advantage of Monday’s warmer temperatures, the first time in over a month that the mercury climbed above 40 degrees.
Clayton welcomes return of cardboard sled contest
Clayton welcomes return of cardboard sled contest
It was a perfect day for some sledding on Monday.
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February 16, 2026 at 9:30 PM
Clayton welcomes return of cardboard sled contest
Two Team USA aerial skiers completed their final training sessions in Lake Placid before heading to Milan for the 2026 Winter Olympics. Catch the story on 7News this Evening @ 6!
Team USA aerial skiers train in Lake Placid before Olympics
Two Team USA aerial skiers completed their final training sessions in Lake Placid before heading to Milan for the 2026 Winter Olympics.
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February 16, 2026 at 9:00 PM
Two Team USA aerial skiers completed their final training sessions in Lake Placid before heading to Milan for the 2026 Winter Olympics. Catch the story on 7News this Evening @ 6!
The Arc Jefferson – St. Lawrence Foundation is gearing up for its annual Autism Acceptance Walk.
📰: https://www.wwnytv.com/2026/02/16/autism-acceptance-walk-coming-up-next-month/
📰: https://www.wwnytv.com/2026/02/16/autism-acceptance-walk-coming-up-next-month/
February 16, 2026 at 8:30 PM
The Arc Jefferson – St. Lawrence Foundation is gearing up for its annual Autism Acceptance Walk.
📰: https://www.wwnytv.com/2026/02/16/autism-acceptance-walk-coming-up-next-month/
📰: https://www.wwnytv.com/2026/02/16/autism-acceptance-walk-coming-up-next-month/
The American Red Cross says it provided emergency aid to five people after a fire in St. Lawrence County.
Red Cross helps 5 people after fire in St. Lawrence Co.
The American Red Cross says it provided emergency aid to five people after a fire in St. Lawrence County.
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February 16, 2026 at 8:00 PM
The American Red Cross says it provided emergency aid to five people after a fire in St. Lawrence County.
Oscar-winning actor Robert Duvall has died at age 95, his wife confirmed.
📰: https://www.wwnytv.com/2026/02/16/actor-robert-duvall-dead-95-wife-confirms/
📰: https://www.wwnytv.com/2026/02/16/actor-robert-duvall-dead-95-wife-confirms/
February 16, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Oscar-winning actor Robert Duvall has died at age 95, his wife confirmed.
📰: https://www.wwnytv.com/2026/02/16/actor-robert-duvall-dead-95-wife-confirms/
📰: https://www.wwnytv.com/2026/02/16/actor-robert-duvall-dead-95-wife-confirms/
AROUND NEW YORK: Hiker dies after slipping off trail near summit of Mount Marcy
Hiker dies after slipping off trail near summit of Mount Marcy
The body of A 21-year-old hiker from New Jersey has been recovered after they slipped off a trail near the summit of Mount Marcy, New York’s highest peak.
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February 16, 2026 at 6:30 PM
AROUND NEW YORK: Hiker dies after slipping off trail near summit of Mount Marcy
JUST IN: TSA agents are working without pay at US airports due to another shutdown
TSA agents are working without pay at US airports due to another shutdown
Experts warn of long security lines if the shutdown drags on and more officers take unscheduled absences.
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February 16, 2026 at 5:30 PM
JUST IN: TSA agents are working without pay at US airports due to another shutdown
Where’s my tax refund? Here’s when your IRS money could hit your account
Where’s my tax refund? Here’s when your IRS money could hit your account
The IRS says taxpayers expecting a refund this year should expect to receive it fairly quickly after filing their taxes.
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February 16, 2026 at 5:00 PM
Where’s my tax refund? Here’s when your IRS money could hit your account
Gun accessory manufacturer and Buffalo supermarket shooter’s parents to pay victims’ families
Gun accessory manufacturer and Buffalo supermarket shooter’s parents to pay victims’ families
Attorney General Letitia James announced a major settlement with gun accessory manufacturer Mean Arms today.
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February 16, 2026 at 4:30 PM
Gun accessory manufacturer and Buffalo supermarket shooter’s parents to pay victims’ families
Top US prosecutor appointed to Northern NY office by judges is immediately ousted
Top US prosecutor appointed to Northern NY office by judges is immediately ousted
A lawyer appointed by judges to be the U.S. attorney for northern New York has been fired by the Justice Department in the latest clash between the Trump administration and the judiciary over the process for selecting top federal prosecutors.
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February 16, 2026 at 4:00 PM
Top US prosecutor appointed to Northern NY office by judges is immediately ousted
New York is enforcing a new points system for drivers starting Monday.
New point systems for New York drivers take effect
New York is enforcing a new points system for drivers starting Monday.
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February 16, 2026 at 3:30 PM
New York is enforcing a new points system for drivers starting Monday.
Board-certified physician Dr. Rhea Rogers explains that many pickleball injuries occur in older adults who may push themselves too hard on the court.
Pickleball injuries rise as older adults push themselves too hard, doctor warns
Board-certified physician Dr. Rhea Rogers explains that many pickleball injuries occur in older adults who may push themselves too hard on the court.
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February 12, 2026 at 5:30 PM
Board-certified physician Dr. Rhea Rogers explains that many pickleball injuries occur in older adults who may push themselves too hard on the court.