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SFPD detail arrests in Cosad Rd. eviction; four charged after dispute with Cayuga Nation Police
Seneca Falls Police have released additional details about a Feb. 25 eviction on Cosad Road that left one Cayuga Nation police officer hospitalized and resulted in multiple arrests. According to a media release issued Thursday, Seneca Falls Police responded at 9:49 a.m. to 2946 Cosad Road after a woman contacted the Seneca ... FULL STORY
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FL1 SPORTS: 2026 Sectional Basketball, Sabres Back, Syracuse Basketball Latest (podcast)
The FL1 Sports Podcast returns with plenty to discuss! Postseason high school hoops are underway, and the guys talk about the early round action so far. With the Olympics wrapped ... LAUNCH STREAM
HEADLINE NEWS
Canal grants fund 41 projects statewide
More than 40 projects along New York’s canal system will receive state funding this year to boost tourism and improve accessibility. The New York State Canal Corporation and the Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor announced Thursday that 41 ... Read More
State expands immigrant hotline hours
New York’s New Americans Hotline will now operate on weekends, expanding access to free immigration help across the state. The New York State Office for New Americans announced Thursday that the hotline will add Saturday and Sunday hours ... Read More
Man charged with sex offender registry violations
Police say a Geneva man failed to report where he was living, leading to four felony charges. Joseph F. Arnold, 44, was arrested around 10:41 a.m. Feb. 26 by the Town of Seneca Falls ...
Enslow announces changes to Seneca County Board of Supervisors
Seneca County leaders have revamped their committee structure after years of difficult budget cycles exposed inefficiencies in how work moved through the board. Board of Supervisors Chairman Michael Enslow said the changes aim to ...
Inmates accused of smuggling nicotine into Seneca County Jail
Authorities say a jail visit in Romulus led to contraband charges against an inmate and a Varick woman. Edward L. Carter, 29, was arrested around 4 p.m. Feb. 23 on charges of promoting prison ...
Canandaigua forms trail planning group
Town officials in Canandaigua have created a new working group to help guide future trail development and improve connectivity across the community. The Town of Canandaigua announced Feb. 26 that it has established a ...
Congestion fee fight moves to Upstate: New $25 fee proposed for drivers
Upstate drivers could face a new $25 vehicle registration fee under a proposal from two state lawmakers. Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman and Sheriff Todd Hood, both Republican candidates for governor and lieutenant governor, ...
GALLUP: Despite costs and underemployment students see value in degrees
Most college students believe their degree will lead to a good job and valuable skills, according to new national research from Lumina Foundation and Gallup. The study found roughly nine in 10 associate and ...
Hochul names acting cannabis director
Gov. Kathy Hochul has appointed John Kagia as acting executive director of the New York State Office of Cannabis Management. Kagia will serve in the role until he is confirmed by the State Senate, ...
Wayne County man arrested on felony bench warrant
A man wanted on a felony bench warrant was taken into custody Tuesday night in Geneva. Geno R. Thomas, 16 Dove Street, was arrested after deputies executed a search warrant at his home, according ...
New York sues Valve over loot boxes
New York Attorney General Letitia James has sued video game developer Valve Corporation, accusing the company of promoting illegal gambling through popular online games played by children and teenagers. The lawsuit targets in-game “loot ...
Whitfield waives case to grand jury
A sitting Geneva councilor facing felony drug charges wants his case fast-tracked to grand jury, according to the Finger Lakes Times. Ahmad Whitfield made the request during his second appearance in Town Court on ...
Auburn police handle more than 2,100 calls in January
Auburn police responded to more than 2,100 calls for service in January, while investigating dozens of domestic violence cases, larcenies and mental health incidents across the city. The Auburn Police Department logged 2,152 calls ...
NY bill would ban surveillance pricing
New York lawmakers want to stop companies from using personal data to charge different prices for the same product. Assemblymember Emérita Torres and Sen. Rachel May have introduced the One Fair Price Act (A.9349), ...
Seneca County delays hires amid freeze
Seneca County leaders hit pause on several job openings as a hiring freeze stretches through April, according to the Finger Lakes Times. Human Resources Chair Frank Schmitter told department heads they must justify every ...
More NYers demand state lawmakers pass bills to tax the rich
Calls from everyday New Yorkers to tax the rich are growing. These come after President Donald Trump doubled down on economic policies and budget cuts in the State of the Union, which data show ...
State lawmakers push new homebuyer aid as housing costs rise
New York lawmakers want to boost the state’s lagging homeownership rate, according to RochesterFirst. Leaders in Albany say they’re crafting budget proposals to help first-time buyers and renters afford rising housing costs. Assembly Speaker ...
School leaders across NY: Electric bus mandate unaffordable
New York’s plan to require fully electric school buses by 2035 is drawing sharp resistance from districts and lawmakers, according to WSTM. Several Central New York voters have already rejected bus purchase proposals, citing ...
SPORTS
HS BASKETBALL REPORT: McCombs nets 29 as Bloomfield rolls; Mynderse, Waterloo boys advance
Sectional play rolled on Wednesday night with another jam-packed slate, as 12 more teams from the Wayne-Finger Lakes punched their tickets to the next round. Among them were the Bloomfield girls, who rolled past Red Jacket behind a game-high 29 ... Read More
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Finger Lakes Health graduates nine CNAs
Nine new certified nursing assistants have completed UR Medicine Finger Lakes Health’s first CNA training program of 2026. The graduates were recognized Thursday in Geneva after finishing the four-week program approved by the New York State Department of ... Read More
NATIONAL INTEREST
Social Security March Payment Schedule Confirmed
TL;DR Social Security payments in March 2026 will go out on March 3, 11, 18, and 25. SSI recipients will receive their March payment early on February 27 because March 1 falls on a Sunday. Payment dates depend ... Read More
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AGAINST THE BOARDS: Amerks Playoff Picture, Knighthawks Look to Get Back to .500 (podcast)
The Rochester Americans are in the current AHL Playoff outlook with 22 games to go in the regular season. Chamberlain Bauder breaks down what is ahead for the Amerks and why they are in a win-now situation to solidify their ... Launch Stream
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