tobacco

Young voices are rising up this month against the heavyweights of tobacco advertising. Let's take a moment to appreciate their efforts and the impact they could have.

A tobacco and vape store that had been opposed by some Chenango Bridge residents is expected to start operating soon in a former bank building.

The increase is part of New York State's $229 billion budget plan that was approved last spring.

New York State Governor Kathy Hochul is taking aim at the tobacco industry, seeking to ban menthol cigarettes and significantly raise cigarette taxes per pack.

If lawmakers get their wish, buying cigars and other tobacco products in New York could get more expensive. A whole lot more expensive.

Smoking is a dangerous and expensive habit, but it's a lot more expensive in New York than it is in nearly any other state in the country.

Starting November 13, the age to legally purchase tobacco and e-cigarette products in New York goes from 18 to 21.

Most students in Broome County are not using addictive substancesn according to the Prevention Coalition of Broome County.

Broome County is showing gains on the health front.

Not only is smoking tobacco banned in public places in New York State, now electronic cigarette use is now banned in areas covered by the Clean Indoor Air Act.