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Lake Ontario hits trigger level as Sodus Point ramps up flood preparations
Lake Ontario has reached a key emergency threshold in Sodus Point, prompting local officials to intensify preparations as water levels continue to rise. Mayor Pat Nolan said the lake hit 247.00 feet as of noon April 30, activating the village’s emergency response plan and signaling the potential for additional protective measures if ... FULL STORY
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FL1 SPORTS: Sabres Up 3-2 on Bruins, Spring High School Sports Talk (podcast)
The Sabres are in a good spot in the opening round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Jim Sinicropi, Kyle Evans, and Paul Russo talk about Buffalo being up 3-2 on ... LAUNCH STREAM
HEADLINE NEWS
Aurelius man jailed after welfare fraud arrest
A Cayuga County man was taken into custody this week on felony welfare fraud charges following a joint investigation by local and state authorities. Jason S. McCraw, 43, of Aurelius, was arrested April 29 on an outstanding warrant ... Read More
Auburn man charged with welfare fraud, released after arraignment
An Auburn man is facing multiple felony charges after authorities say he fraudulently received public assistance benefits. Herbert W. Edwards IV, 33, was arrested April 20 on an outstanding welfare fraud warrant issued by Auburn City Court, according ... Read More
Oswego County man sentenced after collecting benefits while working
An Oswego County man who claimed he couldn’t work while collecting workers’ compensation benefits was instead taking on paid jobs, investigators said — a decision that has now led to a felony conviction and ...
Williamson woman accused of stealing Amazon package
A package delivery in Wayne County turned into a criminal case after deputies say a Williamson woman took an item that wasn’t hers. The Wayne County Sheriff’s Office reported the arrest of 57-year-old Julie ...
Scipio man accused of violating order of protection while jailed
A Scipio man already in custody is facing new charges after investigators say he violated an order of protection from inside the Cayuga County Jail. Benjamin L. Tyrrell, 38, was arrested April 23 and ...
Victor woman arrested at casino on bench warrant
A Victor woman was taken into custody late Tuesday at Finger Lakes Gaming Casino on an active bench warrant, according to the Ontario County Sheriff’s Office. Mariam A. Doumbia, 22, was arrested without incident ...
Butler man charged after allegedly threatening child with bat
A domestic incident in Wayne County escalated to criminal charges after deputies say a man threatened a child with a baseball bat. The Wayne County Sheriff’s Office reported the arrest of 36-year-old Thomas Ackermann ...
Clyde woman accused of false report during domestic dispute
What began as a domestic dispute in Clyde ended with charges after deputies say a woman falsely claimed a weapon was involved. The Wayne County Sheriff’s Office reported the arrest of 24-year-old Robin Elia ...
Williamson man charged after dispute with child
A domestic dispute involving a juvenile in Williamson led to charges after deputies say a physical altercation occurred. The Wayne County Sheriff’s Office reported the arrest of 22-year-old Samuel J. Colfer following an investigation ...
Meetings set as Cayuga Lake sewer plan heads toward public vote
A plan aimed at tackling water quality concerns along Cayuga Lake is moving into a critical public phase, with residents set to weigh in on a proposed sewer district that could reshape how wastewater ...
Questions define meeting as Cayuga legislature weigh Owasco Lake, other issues
It wasn’t a night of sharp disagreements, but it was a night of pointed questions — and those questions revealed where Cayuga County’s biggest decisions are quietly taking shape. From lake health to public ...
How do algaecides cause HABs?
Summer in the Finger Lakes means long days on the water, swimming off the dock, and enjoying the natural beauty of our region. But in recent years, it has also meant bracing for the ...
Auburn man indicted, arrested in child exploitation case
An Auburn man is facing felony charges after a months-long investigation into allegations he sent explicit messages to a child and sought nude photographs, police said. Members of the Auburn Police Department’s GIVE Unit ...
Sabotage wrecks Owasco Lake research buoy
Someone tore apart a high-tech research buoy on Owasco Lake, cutting off critical water data, according to The Citizen. The Finger Lakes Institute says vandals repeatedly damaged the $150,000–$200,000 system in 2025, smashing its ...
Former CEO of Cayuga Centers fights firing after amputation
A longtime nonprofit leader says his firing came just weeks after he lost an arm to a rare infection, according to The Citizen. Former Cayuga Centers CEO Edward Myers Hayes claims the agency pushed ...
Bomb threat prompts evacuation at Skaneateles Community Center
A bomb threat forced the evacuation of the Skaneateles Community Center on Wednesday, though police later determined there was no danger to the public. Skaneateles police said a “suspicious” email was sent to staff ...
Auburn fire department mourns longtime chaplain Fr. James Enright
The Auburn Fire Department is mourning the loss of a longtime spiritual leader who spent decades supporting firefighters through some of their most difficult moments. Fr. James Enright, who served for years as chaplain ...
Seneca Falls police seek woman wanted on bench warrant
Seneca Falls police are asking for the public’s help locating a woman wanted on a bench warrant tied to a missed court appearance. Authorities said Makayla J. Walker-Squires, 29, is wanted for failing to ...
SPORTS
Luke Weaver blows late lead as Mets suffer 17th loss in 20 games
The New York Mets blew a late lead and fell to the Washington Nationals 5-4 on Thursday afternoon at Citi Field, dropping to 10-21 and losing the series as their awful start to the season continued. A two-run homer allowed ... Read More
FLX LIVING
TC3 students earn SUNY Chancellor’s Award for excellence
Two Tompkins Cortland Community College students have been recognized with the State University of New York’s highest student honor, highlighting their academic success and leadership on campus and beyond. Cassie Hayes and Cody VanHubert received the 2026 SUNY ... Read More
NATIONAL INTEREST
Homebuying slips further out of reach for many Americans, new poll finds
Fewer Americans are planning to buy a home anytime soon, with rising costs and economic uncertainty pushing ownership further out of reach, especially for younger adults. A new national poll released this week shows just 25% of non-homeowners ... Read More
PODCASTS & LIVE STREAMS
VICTOR: Planning Board holds April meeting (webcast)
The Victor Planning Board held its regularly scheduled meeting on Wednesday. It was streamed on YouTube and can be watched below ... Launch Stream
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