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State funding pushes major housing projects forward in Ontario County
State funding awards are unlocking long-stalled housing projects in Ontario County, as local leaders point to infrastructure as one of the biggest barriers behind the county’s housing crunch. County officials announced that New York State awarded $5.8 million in Regional Economic Development Council funding to projects in the Village of Phelps and ... FULL STORY
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KENNY’S 2 PENNIES: An Orange AI problem, closing out The Ralph (podcast)
Kenny Haas is back in 2026 with Kenny's 2 Pennies. He begins with Syracuse and an issue with AI regarding potential news surrounding the team. Kenny talks about the games ... LAUNCH STREAM
HEADLINE NEWS
DEC seeks campground ambassadors for 2026
Campers who love helping others enjoy the outdoors can now apply to become a DEC Campground Ambassador for the 2026 season. The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation announced it is accepting applications for volunteers who will ... Read More
Take 5 winner sold in Auburn: How much was it worth?
Three New York Lottery players are celebrating after top-prize TAKE 5 tickets were sold in Auburn, East Rochester, and Holbrook. The New York Lottery announced that multiple winning tickets matched the top prize in the Jan. 5 TAKE ... Read More
Deputies: Moravia man burned ex-girlfriend’s purse
Deputies charged a man following a domestic incident that ended with a fire in the Town of Moravia. Kyle A. Beardsley, 19, was arrested on January 3 and charged with fifth-degree arson, a misdemeanor ...
Forgery arrest made in Wayne County
Deputies arrested a Rochester man after investigators said a forged building permit surfaced in a Wayne County town. The Wayne County Sheriff’s Office charged Juan R. Martinez, 25, of Lorenzo Street in Rochester, with ...
Gift card scheme leads to felony charge in Victor
Police arrested a man after investigators tied him to a stolen credit card used at a Target store. Robert Rocco Ruglio, 66, is charged with criminal possession of stolen property in the fourth degree ...
Harassment arrest follows Waterloo investigation
Police issued a criminal summons after an investigation into repeated unwanted contact in the Town of Waterloo. The Waterloo Police Department charged a 47-year-old Geneva man with harassment in the second degree following an ...
DEC sets 2026 guide exam dates
People interested in becoming licensed outdoor guides in New York can now plan ahead for 2026. The state Department of Environmental Conservation announced the exam schedule for its Licensed Guide Program, which certifies individuals ...
DEC opens annual seedling sale
New Yorkers can once again stock up on affordable trees and shrubs as DEC’s annual spring seedling sale gets underway. The Department of Environmental Conservation announced the Colonel William F. Fox Memorial Saratoga Tree ...
Firewood theft leads to arrest in Savannah
Deputies arrested a Town of Clyde man after a larceny complaint over stolen firewood in the Town of Savannah. The Wayne County Sheriff’s Office charged Patrick Sampson, 37, of Dublin Road in the Town ...
O’Mara keeps local offices in 2026
Area residents across the Southern Tier and Finger Lakes will still have multiple places to turn for help with state government this year. State Sen. Tom O’Mara announced he will continue operating district offices ...
AUDIT: Hornellsville misallocated fire insurance tax funds
A state audit found that officials in the Town of Hornellsville improperly distributed foreign fire insurance tax proceeds in 2023 and 2024, resulting in one fire district receiving more than its legal share while ...
Waterloo solar project pushes for lighter oversight
A massive solar proposal in Seneca County wants state regulators to skip a public hearing, according to the Finger Lakes Times. The developer behind the North Seneca Solar Project asked the New York Public ...
Jan. 6 protest targets Tenney
Five years after the Capitol attack, protesters plan to gather outside Rep. Claudia Tenney’s Canandaigua office, according to the Finger Lakes Times. Several advocacy and peace groups scheduled the sidewalk demonstration for 4–5 p.m ...
Trump, Mamdani loom over 2026 race
Two politicians not on the ballot are shaping New York’s 2026 governor’s race, according to Spectrum News. Democrats and Republicans both plan to center their messaging on President Donald Trump and New York City ...
Wegmans’ facial scans spark privacy debate
Shoppers spotted warning signs about facial recognition at Wegmans stores, and the notices quickly raised privacy concerns, according to RochesterFirst.com. New York City law requires retailers to disclose when they collect biometric data, including ...
Dansville airport costs spark tax fears
Rising costs and FAA pressure put the future of Dansville Municipal Airport in doubt during a packed town forum, according to News10NBC. North Dansville leaders warned residents that keeping the airport open could mean ...
Riley backs farm safety bill
A new push in Congress aims to prevent deadly farm accidents by making tractors safer, according to WIVT. Rep. Josh Riley unveiled the bipartisan Tractor Safety Act to expand access to rollover protection for ...
State audit faults Weedsport village board for fund balance practices, higher taxes
A state audit found the Weedsport Village Board did not effectively manage its fund balance, resulting in higher property taxes than necessary and weaknesses in long-term financial planning, according to a report released in ...
SPORTS
Zach Metsa nets first NHL goal as Sabres top Canucks
Zach Metsa scored the first goal of his NHL career and the Buffalo Sabres held off a late rally to defeat the Vancouver Canucks 5-3 on Tuesday night at KeyBank Center. Buffalo (22-15-4) won its 11th game in the past ... Read More
FLX LIVING
Wayne County teen restores history, one headstone
A Wayne County teenager is scrubbing away decades of neglect to give long-forgotten residents their stories back, according to RochesterFirst. Sixteen-year-old Parker Maybe has cleaned and researched headstones across dozens of cemeteries, some dating back more than 150 ... Read More
NATIONAL INTEREST
Where To Find The Best 2026 Prom Dresses Near The Finger Lakes
Planning for Prom 2026 starts here. Discover how to shop for Prom 2026, explore the 2026 prom dresses collection, and choose the perfect look with expert guidance. Prom planning is no longer a last-minute decision. Students and parents ... Read More
PODCASTS & LIVE STREAMS
BILLS WEEKLY: Buffalo dominates to close out The Ralph, playoff preview vs. Jacksonville (podcast)
For one final time, the Bills went out and handled business at Highmark Stadium, closing out the iconic venue by dismantling the Jets 35-8. The guys break down what they can from the game, which saw most of the star ... Launch Stream
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