P.M. NEWS MONDAY 6-27-22

The Afton Fair will run from Thursday July 7th through Sunday July 10th this year, Spokesperson Rhonda Barriger explains:

(Rhonda Barriger 6-27-22)

This year is the 133rd edition of the Afton fair, at the Fairgrounds, more information is available at 607-639-1525 or theaftonfair.com.

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Catholic Charities announced another Community Mass Food Distribution, to be held on July 19th in Sidney, spokesperson Penny McKnight said that volunteers are needed to assist with the distribution:

(Penny McKnight 6-27-22)

The Mass Food Distribution will be held at the Sidney Fire Station on River Street starting at 11:00 AM.

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The 1st Primary Elections of 2022 will be held tomorrow around the state, with Polls open from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM. The Democratic and Republican primaries for New York Governor are on the ballot. For the Democratic primary only, the primary race for lieutenant governor is on the ballot. State Assembly Primaries will also be held tomorrow in New York State. Congressional & State Senate Primaries will be held on August 23rd.

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Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the opening of the initial intake tool to help small businesses determine their eligibility for the COVID-19 Capital Costs Tax Credit Program. The $250 million Program will support small businesses that made investments to comply with emergency orders and regulations or to increase public safety in response to COVID-19. If deemed eligible by the screening tool, a link to the application will be provided when the program application opens, more information is available at formrouter.apps.esd.ny.gov.

A.M. NEWS MONDAY 6-27-22

Governor Hochul is bringing state lawmakers back to Albany on Thursday to consider gun safety legislation in response to the Supreme Court striking down key portions of the state’s licensing law. The court on Thursday overturned the state law that required that people applying for a concealed carry permit demonstrate a specific need to have a gun in public. New York officials are considering restrictions on concealed carry in “sensitive locations,” such as government buildings and bars. They’re also looking at implementing specific training for permit applicants, among other options.

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$178.8 million has been awarded to 75 communities across New York State for projects that promote environmentally friendly modes of travel and make it easier and safer to walk, bike or hike. Locally, $5,000,000 will go to the City of Oneonta to construct sidewalks and shoulders for pedestrians and bicycles along State Routes 23 and 28.

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The Chenango County Heath Department is hosting a free COVID booster clinic at 33 Borden Avenue in Norwich today from 1:00 to 3:00 PM. No Appointment is necessary, more information is available at 607-337-1660.

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New York Mets pitcher Max Scherzer will make a second rehab start with the Binghamton Rumble Ponies Tuesday as they face the Hartford Yard Goats at Dunkin’ Donuts Park in Hartford.

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