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Auburn’s budget squeeze spills into public view as cuts, layoffs and service fears collide (video)
Auburn’s budget troubles were not an abstract talking point Thursday night. They showed up in the room, at the podium, and in the tension hanging over City Council’s latest meeting, where residents, union leaders and city officials all wrestled with the same hard question: How does the city close a growing financial ... FULL STORY
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FL1 SPORTS: Sabres to Face Bruins, NBA and NHL Playoffs (podcast)
It's playoff time in the NBA and NHL! The guys talk about the postseason runs ahead and discuss what to expect for the Sabres before they take on the Bruins ... LAUNCH STREAM
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FLX WEEKEND WEATHER: Stormy Saturday gives way to cold, possible snow
A dramatic spring weather swing is set to impact the Finger Lakes and Central New York this weekend, with summer-like warmth and thunderstorms Saturday quickly giving way to a much colder pattern that could even bring snow showers ... Read More
Cayuga County lawmakers advance contracts, discuss hiring hurdles, and approve grant application
Cayuga County legislators moved forward with a series of operational updates, cost-saving contracts, and a key infrastructure funding application during a meeting this week, while also confronting staffing challenges and ongoing modernization efforts across departments. The evening began ... Read More
Canandaigua planning board weighs development, delays decision amid stormwater concerns
A proposed 38-home subdivision dominated discussion at this month’s Canandaigua Planning Board meeting, with officials ultimately holding off on a decision after a lengthy, technical debate over stormwater management and downstream impacts. The April ...
First murder trial set in Nordquist case: Here’s what we know
Prosecutors will bring the first defendant to trial this fall in a brutal killing that shocked the Finger Lakes, according to WHAM. Precious Arzuaga is set to face trial in September for the death ...
Penn Yan man arrested on child sex charges following investigation
A Penn Yan man is facing multiple felony charges after a months-long investigation into an alleged relationship with a minor, according to the Yates County Sheriff’s Office. Jason Mayhew, 18, was arrested April 15 ...
Adolescent offender charged with forcible touching in Penn Yan
An adolescent offender has been charged after police say a young victim was inappropriately touched in Penn Yan. Penn Yan Police reported that the incident involved a female victim under the age of 13 ...
School districts warn late state budget could disrupt local planning timelines
With key deadlines looming, school leaders across New York are raising concerns that ongoing delays in the state budget process could complicate local decision-making ahead of voter-approved school budgets next month. A coalition of ...
DiNapoli calls for corporate transparency on AI-driven job losses
New York’s top fiscal watchdog is pressing major corporations to be more transparent about how artificial intelligence is reshaping their workforces. State Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli warned that companies are failing to provide investors with ...
Residents demand Ontario County cut ties with ICE now
Frustrated residents packed a local meeting and demanded leaders stop working with ICE, according to News10NBC. Speakers at an Ontario County Board of Supervisors meeting urged officials to pass a resolution cutting cooperation with ...
$125 million program targets affordable housing upgrades in Upstate New York
A new state initiative aims to improve living conditions and lower energy costs for residents in affordable multifamily housing across upstate New York. More than $125 million has been made available through a program ...
$43 million approved for water infrastructure upgrades across New York
Communities across New York will receive new funding to upgrade aging water systems and improve public health protections. State officials approved $43 million in grants and low-cost financing to support water and sewer infrastructure ...
Tourism clash looms over rental rules debate in Ontario County
A quiet Finger Lakes county could soon reject a statewide push to track short-term rentals just as tourism ramps up, according to RochesterFirst. Officials in Ontario County say they’re leaning toward opting out of ...
Budget delays pile up as billions keep flowing
New York just spent another $79 million to stay open — and lawmakers say they’re nowhere near a final deal, according to the USA TODAY Network. The latest extender marks the fourth since the ...
Schumer, Gillibrand push for federal disaster declaration after deadly February blizzard
New York’s U.S. senators are urging swift federal action after a devastating February blizzard left widespread damage, prolonged power outages and multiple deaths across the state. In a letter to President Donald Trump, Sens ...
Lyons man charged with attempting to bribe witness while jailed on rape charges
A Lyons man already being held without bail on rape charges is facing a new set of felony accusations after investigators say he attempted to bribe and threaten a witness from inside the jail ...
Land Bank seeks developer for Seneca Falls housing project on Mynderse Street
A vacant parcel in Seneca Falls is being positioned as a test case for addressing the region’s housing shortage, with the Finger Lakes Regional Land Bank issuing a call for developers to build a ...
Newark man charged after alleged multi-county stalking incident
A Newark man is facing misdemeanor charges after police say he followed a victim across multiple towns and counties, prompting fears for their safety. Jazavier A. Garcia, 25, was arrested March 15 following an ...
Two charged after drug possession investigation in Ontario County
Two Shortsville residents are facing drug charges following an investigation by Ontario County Sheriff’s deputies that uncovered controlled substances, including cocaine. Heather N. White, 41, and Tyler Gardner, 27, were arrested April 14 after ...
SPORTS
Midlakes standout Nathan Lathrop signs to play lacrosse at Alfred
A cornerstone of one of Midlakes’ most successful lacrosse seasons is taking the next step in his career. Nathan Lathrop, a senior attacker for the Screaming Eagles, has signed to continue his lacrosse career at Alfred State, turning years of ... Read More
FLX LIVING
Ithaca College, TC3 launch dual admission program to streamline transfer pathway
A new partnership between Ithaca College and Tompkins Cortland Community College is designed to simplify the path from an associate degree to a bachelor’s degree. The dual admission program allows students to be accepted to both institutions at ... Read More
NATIONAL INTEREST
Gas prices dip slightly as global tensions ease
Drivers are seeing modest relief at the pump as gas prices tick lower following a recent easing of geopolitical tensions. The national average price for a gallon of regular gasoline fell 7 cents over the past week to ... Read More
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AUBURN: City Council meets amid budget woes (webcast)
Auburn City Council moved through a full agenda during its April 16 meeting, including public comment, approval of prior minutes, and updates from city officials. Council also considered a zoning ordinance related to cannabis uses, along with multiple resolutions covering ... Launch Stream
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