Kate O'Connell, WXXI
@KateOCWXXIWXXI/Finger Lakes Reporter for the Innovation Trail
Kate O’Connell comes to WXXI from Melbourne, Australia, and studied journalism at Royal Melboure Institute of Technology.
During her studies, Kate was a freelance journalist, reporting from Nepal and Haiti, and worked with the media team of the United Nations partner group, International Organization for Migration.
Kate's experience also includes work for the Shepparton News, Australian Broadcasting Company, Melbourne’s Channel 31, RRR radio and WIN television.
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Last month’s budget proposal address saw Governor Cuomo put pressure on local governments to consolidate in order to reduce property taxes and save…
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The science community was buzzing this week with news of a breakthrough in stem cell research. Stem cells have the potential to transform into any tissue…
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In his State of the Union address President Barack Obama tapped Vice President Joe Biden to lead a reform of the country’s training programs to ensure the…
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Researchers have identified a new treatment option for people suffering from sleep apnea, a common disorder that causes multiple pauses in a person’s…
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Upstate glass manufacturer Corning Inc. has developed the first antimicrobial glass for our proliferating smart devices, lap tops, and TVs. The glass is…
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The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has started a review of the safety and effectiveness of antibacterial products across a range of industries.The…
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Governor Cuomo’s newly formed Student Protection Unit has launched an investigation into the student debt relief industry.Led by the state Department of…
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Tuesday’s Executive Budget proposal address included a $10 million initiative from the Cuomo administration to create a statewide police information…
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Winter storms kicking off the start of the year have seen hundreds of flights canceled across the state. They may not be able to control the weather, but…
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One year after the passage of the New York SAFE Act, sheriff’s departments across the state are still struggling to wrap their heads around the law, and…