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Finger Lakes towns awarded $19M for downtown revitalization
Waterloo, Webster and Macedon receive funding for 31 transformative projects The Finger Lakes region is receiving a major boost in state investment as Governor Kathy Hochul announced $19 million in awards for 31 revitalization projects across Waterloo, Webster, and Macedon. The funding is part of New York State’s Downtown Revitalization Initiative (DRI) ... FULL STORY
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AGAINST THE BOARDS: Amerks against the ropes, Syracuse and Cornell head to Final Four (podcast)
The Rochester Americans find themselves with their backs against the wall. Chamberlain Bauder recaps the series' third game in Laval, which saw the Amerks fall with little offensive action. Next, ... LAUNCH STREAM
HEADLINE NEWS
How to avoid delays with New York’s 2025 inflation refund checks
More than 8 million New Yorkers are expected to receive inflation refund checks starting in mid-October 2025. But if your address is outdated—or if you're assuming a direct deposit—your payment could be delayed. The checks are part of ... Read More
Woman charged with petit larceny in Seneca Falls
A woman was arrested Friday evening after allegedly attempting to leave a store in Seneca Falls without paying for merchandise. Police identified the suspect as Kaitlyn Hubright, 32, of Geneva, NY. Officers with the Town of Seneca Falls ... Read More
O’Mara urges reflection and resolve this Memorial Day
In his latest column, State Senator Tom O'Mara calls on New Yorkers to honor Memorial Day by remembering the sacrifices of American soldiers and renewing the nation’s commitment to freedom and service. O'Mara’s message, ...
Forests could fuel New York’s beef boom
A New York farm is proving that trees and cattle can thrive together. According to Spectrum News, Brett Chedzoy’s Angus Glen farm uses silvopasture — a blend of managed forest and grazing land — ...
Harmful algal bloom alert system active across New York
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) has officially launched its 2025 Harmful Algal Bloom notification system, NYHABS, enabling New Yorkers to monitor and report bloom activity in real time. The alert ...
New York launches $100M fund to fight housing crisis
New York State has opened applications for a $100 million Pro-Housing Supply Fund aimed at tackling the statewide housing crisis by financing key infrastructure upgrades in communities certified as “Pro-Housing.” The program is part ...
Ithaca offers retail boost with new mini-grants
Local shops in Ithaca could soon see a lift. According to Tompkins Weekly, the Downtown Ithaca Alliance has relaunched its Retail Mini-Grant Program, offering up to $10,000 to small businesses for marketing, storefront upgrades, ...
New York cracks down on energy firms to protect consumers
In a move to strengthen consumer protections and reduce utility costs, New York State has enacted new legislation targeting energy services companies (ESCOs) that fail to return customer refunds. Governor Kathy Hochul signed the ...
Inmate charged with weapons possession after rifle and shotgun found
A Waterloo man already behind bars is now facing new charges after investigators recovered firearms from his home, in violation of a court order. Seneca County Sheriff Timothy Thompson announced the arrest of 20-year-old ...
BLOTTER: Geneva police make multiple arrests after investigations
A weeklong enforcement sweep by Geneva police resulted in five arrests for offenses ranging from driving with suspended licenses to harassment, according to a blotter released Friday. Officers apprehended multiple individuals between May 16 ...
Pittsford teen arrested after Eastview Mall theft
An 18-year-old woman from Pittsford was arrested after allegedly stealing merchandise from a department store at Eastview Mall, the Ontario County Sheriff’s Office announced. Kathleen Mary Casey was taken into custody in the early ...
Ithaca sets stage for 2026 budget with push for stable taxes and smarter growth (video)
City of Ithaca officials kicked off the 2026 budget process with a clear goal: maintain city services while stabilizing property taxes through smarter planning and a broader tax base. Presented to the Common Council ...
Man charged with burglary after gas cans stolen from garages
A West Bloomfield man is facing felony charges after allegedly breaking into two garages and stealing gas cans, according to the Ontario County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies arrested 55-year-old Douglas E. Ferriter on May 22 ...
Man found with cocaine after violating court order in Locke
A Cayuga County man was arrested just four minutes after being served a court-issued protection order, according to the Sheriff’s Office. Deputies took 50-year-old Ricky A. White into custody on May 16 after he ...
Driver faces felony charges after Cayuga Co. crash
A man from Little Valley is facing felony charges after crashing a vehicle while allegedly driving under the influence in the Town of Victory, the Cayuga County Sheriff’s Office reported. Deputies arrested 49-year-old Harold ...
United Way invests $1 million in summer programs for 3,800 youth
More than 3,800 young people across the Finger Lakes region will benefit from safe and enriching summer programs, thanks to a $1 million investment from United Way of Greater Rochester and the Finger Lakes ...
Owasco man resists arrest after found running around neighborhood naked
The Cayuga County Sheriff’s Office arrested a 37-year-old Owasco man following an incident involving public lewdness. Timothy Church was arrested for resisting arrest, trespassing, and public lewdness after being accused of running around a ...
Social Security Payments June 2025: 15% Cuts & New Rules
Millions of Americans rely on Social Security payments to make ends meet, and with June 2025 approaching, many are asking: When will checks arrive — and is anything changing? The good news is that ...
SPORTS
Yankees bounce back with blowout win over Rockies (highlights)
The New York Yankees’ (31-20) bats came alive in a big way on Saturday afternoon at Coors Field, delivering a dominant 13-1 win over the Colorado Rockies (9-43) behind a relentless offensive outburst and another gem from Max Fried. Aaron ... Read More
FLX LIVING
Cayuga Film Festival opens submissions for 5th annual event
The Cayuga Film Festival is now accepting submissions for its fifth annual showcase, inviting student and emerging filmmakers across New York State to share their work. The festival, which runs in partnership with Cayuga Community College and Auburn ... Read More
NATIONAL INTEREST
No Tax on Social Security? Will President Trump Keep His Promise
President Donald Trump made a bold promise on the trail during his 2025 election campaign: to eliminate federal taxes on Social Security benefits. Now, in 2025, that pledge is under intense scrutiny as millions of retirees watch to ... Read More
PODCASTS & LIVE STREAMS
FLX WEEKLY: Music in the Park Series in Seneca Falls (podcast)
Music in the Park is part of Seneca Falls' Summer Thursdays returning for the 2025 season. Andrew Olden, Director of the Seneca Falls Museum and Tourism, is in-studio to announce the musical lineup and talk about what to expect on ... Launch Stream
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