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Yahoo
01-07-2025
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Tanglewood Nature Center in Elmira kicks off public fundraiser for new treetop walkway
Elmira's Tanglewood Nature Center & Museum, which last year was awarded a $1 million federal grant to help fund a new treetop walkway project, is now turning to the public for additional support. Tanglewood officials hope to raise another $1 million through the public phase of its fund drive for a project that's expected to be a major tourist draw for the Southern Tier at the facility located at 443 Coleman Ave. in Elmira. The Tanglewood Treetop Walkway will give a panoramic look at the northern mixed hardwood forests, nature center officials said. This region is part of the Allegheny Plateau and Appalachian foothills. Visible from the walkway will also be the rolling hills, large valleys, and surrounding topography resulting from the glacial movement nearly 20,000 years ago. Visitors can observe the forest from a bird's-eye view and gain a new perspective of the ecosystem, according to a Tanglewood news release. "Tanglewood Nature Center is a pillar in our community for education, conservation, recreation, and local tourism," Congressman Nick Langworthy said last year when he announced the Appalachian Regional Commission grant for the treetop walkway. The project aims to attract 24,300 new day visitors and 16,200 overnight visitors annually, generating an estimated $171,000 in new tax revenue within three years of its completion, Langworthy's office said. Total project funding is about $3.5 million, and also includes $600,000 in state grants and $1.93 million in local funding. Tanglewood officials hope to attract birders, artists, photographers, educators, students, and families, both from the local region and beyond. The goal is to boost tourism, spark creativity, support education, and generate revenue that will support the entire community. Tourism NY roadside attractions: Five destinations to check out while traveling The walkway will also be handicap-accessible. To learn more about Tanglewood Nature Center's Treetop Walkway, and to donate to the project fundraiser, go to The Tanglewood Nature Center now maintains over 10 miles of trails, offering educational programming for children and adults. It has exhibits for more than 40 native and exotic animal species. The Tanglewood Nature Center currently welcomes over 35,000 visitors a year. Follow Jeff Murray on X (Twitter) @SGJeffMurray. To get unlimited access to the latest news, please subscribe or activate your digital account today. This article originally appeared on Elmira Star-Gazette: Tanglewood Nature Center hopes to raise $1 million for treetop walkway
Yahoo
10-06-2025
- Politics
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NY lawmakers introduce bill to block funding from sanctuary cities
NEW YORK (PIX11) – Two New York politicians have introduced legislation to block federal funding from sanctuary cities, or cities that limit information shared with federal immigration agencies. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on Monday by New York representatives Elise Stefanik and Nick Langworth. It's meant to mirror legislation introduced in February by Texas Senator Ted Cruz. More Local News If passed, the bill would deny sanctuary jurisdictions federal grant funding for public works projects, crime prevention, research and training, community development and more. It defines a sanctuary jurisdiction as any state or area that restricts government entities from exchanging immigration information with federal law enforcement. Former Gov. Andrew Cuomo in 2017 signed an executive order to restrict law enforcement from asking about immigration status outside of investigating a crime. The executive order also prohibited state agencies from asking for or disclosing immigration status unless required by law. Advocates celebrate sanctuary policies as protective of residents and local resources. 'Sanctuary policies increase public safety by increasing trust in local law enforcement,' said organizers with the Vera Institute of Justice. 'When people fear that local law enforcement will turn them over to ICE, they are far less likely to report crime or potential crime and less likely to cooperate with criminal investigations.' More: Latest News from Around the Tri-State Stefanik and Langworthy say ongoing protests over immigration raids in Los Angeles are a sign of the dangers associated with sanctuary policies. 'The violence we are seeing happen in LA right now is a cautionary tale for New York, another sanctuary state catering to criminal illegal immigrants and left-wing extremists,' said Langworthy. On Thursday, Gov. Kathy Hochul will testify at a Congressional hearing about sanctuary jurisdictions. Emily Rahhal is a digital reporter who has covered New York City since 2023 after reporting in Los Angeles for years. She joined PIX11 in 2024. See more of her work here and follow her on Twitter here. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
09-06-2025
- Politics
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Federal funds to Los Angeles, sanctuary cities blocking ICE on chopping block in new House GOP bill
FIRST ON FOX: A new House GOP bill would see sanctuary cities like Los Angeles lose their federal funds if they refuse to comply with federal immigration authorities. "I mean, we've had far too many instances where we have seen someone lose their lives at the hands of someone that's in this country illegally," Rep. Nick Langworthy, R-N.Y., told Fox News Digital. "These sanctuary cities have gone out of their way to ignore federal law for far too long. And it's time that we get serious and we put teeth to things." Rioters Smash Windows At Lapd Headquarters As Anti-ice Agitators Clash With Authorities He's introducing the Stop Dangerous Sanctuary Cities Act on Tuesday, Fox News Digital is first learning, which has a Senate companion bill introduced by Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas. The bill would allow the executive branch to withhold federal funds from states, cities, or other localities that refuse to comply with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Read On The Fox News App On a more granular level, it would also empower state and local officers to work with federal authorities, even if the laws within their operating jurisdictions mandate otherwise. California Lt. Governor Says Los Angeles Riots Are 'Generated By Donald Trump' Langworthy said that provision is critical to officers in his Buffalo-anchored district. New York's Green Light Law, he explained, both allowed illegal immigrants to get driver's licenses and prevented sharing state DMV records with federal authorities. "That really got my attention when I met with ICE at the beginning of the year, and I met with Customs and Border Patrol agents in Buffalo during the Biden administration. They said that this is the largest impediment they have to do their jobs," Langworthy said. For a traffic stop, he said, "They think they know who's in the car, but they can't run the tags because they're New York tags, and they're taking their lives into their own hands on every single apprehension request." The push to defund sanctuary jurisdictions comes after a weekend of violence on the other side of the country, where rioters in Los Angeles clashed with federal authorities over ICE raids in the blue stronghold city. Democratic officials have criticized President Donald Trump for sending the National Guard in over the objections of Gov. Gavin Newsom, while Republicans have blasted those progressive leaders for doing little to help federal authorities amid the protests. Langworthy said he hoped the violence would stay in Los Angeles, and that political tensions would not make their way to liberal New York City. "I think the president setting the tone very early on, this will not be tolerated. We will federalize the National Guard and maintain law and order in the streets of our country," he said. "Hopefully that is heard loud and clear across the country by anyone that looks to bring unrest to our streets and disrupt civil society."Original article source: Federal funds to Los Angeles, sanctuary cities blocking ICE on chopping block in new House GOP bill
Yahoo
05-06-2025
- Business
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Lockheed Martin gets $9.5 million for Naval helicopter repairs
OWEGO, N.Y. (WIVT/WBGH) — Lockheed Martin in Owego has been awarded a $9.5 million contract to repair multiple U.S. Navy helicopters. Congressman Nick Langworthy (NY-23) announced the contract on Thursday, June 5, for Lockheed Martin Rotary and Mission Systems to repair H-60 Naval Hawk helicopters through 2029. Langworthy said the best in the business is on the job. 'I am thrilled that Lockheed Martin in Owego has received this substantial contract,' Congressman Langworthy said. 'Our Southern Tier workforce is the best in the nation and the opportunity to strengthen our regional economy while supporting our incredible United States Navy is a win-win.' The helicopters are manufactured by Sikorsky Aircraft, which has produced over 5,000 HAWK helicopters for a variety of mission types. Tioga County announces Concerts in the Park schedule Tariff battle continues Aaron Rodgers plans to sign with Pittsburgh Steelers: reports 'Cheers' actor George Wendt's cause of death revealed: report Musk says Trump is named in Epstein files Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Politico
04-06-2025
- Business
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Elise Stefanik, a potential candidate for governor, focuses on New York's local races
ALBANY, New York — Republican Elise Stefanik, who's considering a run for governor next year, is turning to races close to home. The House Republican on Wednesday will announce the creation of a political action committee to raise cash on behalf of local Republican candidates in New York. She's expected to raise hundreds of thousands of dollars to start. One check will go this week to Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman's campaign through an existing New York GOP account she oversees. Blakeman, like Stefanik, is a staunch ally of President Donald Trump. And like Stefanik, he also has not ruled out a gubernatorial campaign next year. 'Candidates know that when they have the support of Team Elise — this is a highly professionalized team that knows how to turn out the vote and win, and we're going to do that across statewide,' she told POLITICO in an interview. Formation of the PAC — dubbed Save New York — is the latest indication that Stefanik is moving toward a possible 2026 run for governor. Contributions to local-level candidates in otherwise low-profile elections for town supervisor, city council or county office will help strengthen her standing with Republican leaders who will be influential in determining their party's standard bearer against Democratic Gov. Kathy Hochul next year. Stefanik indicated the money will be spread widely among Republicans, though there is no fundraising target for the PAC. Ideal candidates are 'someone who is saving New York and they're a Republican on the ballot,' she said. Stefanik has raised millions of dollars over the years to Republican candidates around the country. Her record is mixed. A notable miss was her backing of controversial businessperson Carl Paladino in a House GOP primary over Rep. Nick Langworthy. She has since mended her relationship with Langworthy. Training Stefanik's formidable fundraising network on local races will be a boon for local Republicans who may otherwise struggle for attention and money, Langworthy said. 'It used to be all politics is local. Unfortunately, all politics has become national,' he added. 'If she can focus some of that back on our Republican infrastructure in New York, it will help pave the momentum for what we have to do in 2026.' Stefanik represents a deep red and largely rural House seat that borders Canada. She has a national profile, but is making a clear effort to solidify her ties with downstate Republicans. Stefanik spoke this week at a GOP confab on Staten Island and will be appearing with Republican officials on Long Island as well as Erie County in western New York. She's also set to host a June 17 fundraiser in New York City with state and city Republican lawmakers. The effort is the latest political turn for Stefanik, who withdrew her nomination as Trump's United Nations ambassador earlier this year over concerns her vacancy would damage the House Republicans' razor thin majority. Now weighing a bid for governor, she would have to surrender a safe seat to run statewide in New York, a deep blue state that has not elected a Republican governor since George Pataki's third term win in 2002. Hochul has middling approval numbers, but Trump is deeply unpopular in his native state — further complicating a Republican's chances next year. Hochul's estranged lieutenant governor, Antonio Delgado, announced Monday he will challenge her in a Democratic primary. In addition to potentially facing Blakeman, Stefanik stands to contend against Rep. Mike Lawler, a suburban New York City moderate who is considered by many Republicans to be the most competitive candidate to take on Hochul. A Siena College poll last month showed Stefanik is the early frontrunner with Republican voters over Lawler and Blakeman. Stefanik already has a strong relationship with statewide political leaders whose support will be crucial for the nomination. 'She is moving in the direction of running,' said Conservative Party Chair Gerard Kassar, whose organization will honor her at a June 18 event. 'The Conservative Party would be leaning her way in the event she was planning to run. She's very popular in the party.' Lawler, who was recently endorsed by Trump to run for reelection in his swing House seat, has said he will make a decision on running for governor this month. Stefanik does not have a specific timetable for her announcement, but indicated she will campaign aggressively if she does. 'We don't run for second place,' she said. 'We run to win and I'm going to make the decision in the coming months.'
