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Paterson More Willing to Compromise on Budget Reduction Albany, NY (2009-11-13) Governor Paterson says he and legislative leaders are now "three quarters" of the way toward agreement on a plan to balance the state's budget, but a meeting with legislative leaders did not reveal many details on a plan that the governor hopes will pass next week.
CNY Ghost Hunters Oswego, NY (2009-10-30) Once a year on Halloween, ghosts and ghouls get their day of recognition. But for one group of Central New Yorkers, the paranormal...is normal.
Number of Women Farmers Increasing in New York State Canastota, NY (2009-10-19) More women are owning and running farms according to USDA census data released earlier this year. The number of women who run farms is up 19 percent nationwide, and New York reflects the national trend. WRVO's Ryan Morden profiles an organic farmer in Canastota who proves that the industry isn't just a man holding a pitchfork with a woman standing by his side, like the old "American Gothic" painting.
A look At Nuclear Power Generation in CNY Oswego, NY (2009-09-30) As federal officials evaluate a recent exercise of Oswego County's nuclear emergency plan, WRVO's Jasmyn Belcher and Ryan Morden take a look at the safety measures in place at the Nine Mile Point nuclear facility in Oswego.
StoryCorps: Tony Gargagliano New York (2009-09-28) Tony Gargagliano tells his friend Cathie Campbell about his father, an Italian immigrant.
Apple Harvest Yields Conflict Between Workers, Farmers and Feds Rochester, NY (2009-09-28) There just aren't enough people to pick apples-or at least people who are documented. That's what farmers in rural Wayne County say. So Latino immigrants, some here legally, some not, pick the apples instead. Those who support the migrant workers say the population is being harassed, even stalked, by Border Patrol agents. The agents says their job is to patrol the border-and if they pick up illegal immigrants along the way, so be it. It's all coming to a head in an unlikely place.
Part 1: An Exit Interview With Army Secretary John McHugh Oswego, NY (2009-09-23) Long time Congressman John McHugh took over as U.S. Secretary of the Army this week and resigned his position as New York's 23rd district representative. In the first part of an interview with WRVO's Ryan Morden, McHugh takes a look back at his career in Congress. When asked about his proudest moment in Congress, McHugh says it not about one single thing, but a category.
Musician Bikes East Coast For Charity and Advocacy Ithaca, NY (2009-09-17) A folk-punk musician and former Central New Yorker, is embarking on a two-month long bicycle tour down the East Coast.
CNY Baker Shares Sweet Treats and Success Story Oswego, NY (2009-08-26) In a time of job loss and economic instability, one Central New York woman is finding sweet success with her cookie business.
Syracuse Teens Take On Business World Syracuse, NY (2009-08-07) Some inner city students are getting a jump-start on their futures, by seeing what the business world has to offer.
Maffei Faces Pressure To Take Action On Health Care Overhaul Syracuse, NY (2009-07-31) Syracuse-area Congressman Dan Maffei is facing pressure from health care advocates and labor unions, calling for swift action on health care overhaul.
Teens React To Tougher Driving Laws Oswego, NY (2009-07-20) A measure to make New York's driving laws more strict for teens is one step away from becoming law.
SUNY Chancellor holds an open forum at SUNY Oswego Oswego, NY (2009-07-17) On July 15th, newly installed SUNY Chancellor, Nancy L. Zimpher, took questions from an audience about issues surrounding the SUNY system.
Oswego County Fairgoers Test New Voting Machines Sandy Creek, NY (2009-07-07) Oswego County fairgoers got a chance to test the new electronic voting machines that will be used statewide this fall.
Soldier Stands Up To Don't Ask, Don't Tell Syracuse, NY (2009-07-01) A gay new York National Guard officer pushes on, as a military administrative board recommends that he be discharged.
Snapshot Of A Family Seeking Marriage Equality Cicero, NY (2009-06-02) In all of the discussion swirling around same-sex marriage in New York State, putting politics and debate aside, WRVO's Jasmyn Belcher takes us to the home of a Central New York family directly affected by the law.
Local Vietnam Vet Pushes for Highway Dedication Oswego, NY (2009-04-30) Cayuga County Vietnam veteran Lauren Dates is pushing to have NYS Route 38 dedicated as a Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway.
Kindred Spirits Run Pet Food Pantry Out of Home Auburn, NY (2009-04-17) As more Central New Yorkers scale back their household budgets due to job loss or other economic hardships, some are forced to give up their pets...leaving animal shelters completely over-run.
WRVO Honored by Associated Press and Syracuse Press Club Oswego, NY (2009-04-14) The WRVO news department takes home awards from the Associated Press and Syracuse Press Club.
John Hurlbutt Retires Oswego, NY (2009-03-24) John Hurlbutt says farewell to the listeners of WRVO after working at the station since sign-on in 1969