Lexie Cutmore

Multimedia Journalist for @WENYTV News in Elmira, N.Y. @Brockport Class of 2020 🎓Have a story idea? Message me! 😊

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If you've been following updates about Coronavirus, you may have heard the term viral load, but what does that mean and how do you measure it?

A local professor explains what viral load is and how it contributes to the spread of COVID-19. https://t.co/eaLxg6kdcD

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On Tuesday, Governor Kathy Hochul announced that health care staff vaccination rates are continuing to rise throughout New York State.
Local hospitals are continuing the assess the impact of the mandate. https://t.co/Rv4KrefJKk

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Community Arts of Elmira is expanding the infinite canvas along the Lackawanna Rail Trail. Local artists are continuing to add a fresh coat of paint to different parts of the Queen city. https://t.co/KIN0d4iBk5

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Healthcare workers in New York State are required to have at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine before the end of the day on September 27th.

Local hospitals are speaking out as the requirements under the mandate go into effect. https://t.co/ZXkJDLJBiY

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One state lawmaker is proposing legislation to address the illegal transfer of firearms across state lines. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand announced on Friday that she plans to re-introduce a law that would make gun trafficking illegal. https://t.co/O2DnbZV3qv

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COVID-19 cases are on the rise in the United States and some local counties are dealing with an increase in positive cases too. A local official explains why Steuben County is seeing an uptick in cases. https://t.co/OSJJrqG1rr

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The mandate requiring all New York State healthcare workers to get vaccinated, without a religious exemption, was put on a temporary hold. https://t.co/oUgtDftIrK

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The Chemung County Humane Society is renovating its housing areas for cats and dogs. Staff at the shelter says the construction will temporarily change their operations. https://t.co/ecXgPn8awg

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September is Suicide Awareness month and one local doctor discusses an issue he feels is often overlooked, suicide in the healthcare industry. https://t.co/Z8kTKU8WJd

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Kids younger than 12 could be eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine by the end of next month. Parents who didn't have any options may be able to get their child vaccinated for Coronavirus.  https://t.co/8hn8ORIsj7

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COVID-19 continues to spread, but as we get closer to the Winter months, we get closer to another issue, the flu. A local health expert explains what you should do if you need to be vaccinated for both diseases. https://t.co/chQSZEcy63

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Early last year, a couple bought a historic home in Chemung County in hopes of restoring it, but now, the couple tells WENY News unexpected issues from a nearby store are making it hard to live there.  https://t.co/x9DZNpsQMT

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On Wednesday, the New York State Independent Redistricting Commission released the first draft of the new district lines. Only this time, the commission couldn't come to an agreement and released more than one Congressional, Senate and Assembly map draft. https://t.co/rTUgrF3JdJ

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A local restaurant is up for the U.S. Chamber of Commerce's national award for its commitment and service to the community throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. https://t.co/n2rVBVPw0B

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Ten counties in Upstate New York are calling on Governor Kathy Hochul to revise the vaccine mandate before local hospital systems face 'unintended consequences. https://t.co/SSR3HQvwX4

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Decades ago, people walked into an airport with minimal screenings, one of the contributing factors to the terrorist attacks. WENY looks into how airport security has changed over the last 20 years. https://t.co/7AebXay1fP

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If you're looking for some autumn-themed activities, Corning's Gaffer District is preparing for an annual event to start your fall off right. https://t.co/nH0Ng3Vlgr

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According to a Facebook post from the City of Hornell, they have received multiple reports of residents throughout the city experiencing discolored water over the past few weeks.  https://t.co/dnGxI2b5qU

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Senator Tom O’Mara and Assemblyman Phil Palmesano announced on Thursday that five counties in the Southern Tier are getting part of a multi-million-dollar state grant to help with renovations and upkeep costs. https://t.co/NcgM8DvtWw

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According to the CDC, the highly contagious delta variant is causing a spike in pediatric COVID-19 cases. A doctor explains how our local hospital systems are prepared to treat pediatric inpatients. https://t.co/CgSLLNfap0