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Macedon housing project opens to first residents

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Macedon housing project opens to first residents
A canal-side development years in the making will soon welcome its first tenants, according to The Times of Wayne County, as Harbor Point in Macedon prepares for move-ins later this month. The $38 million, 138-unit project led by Pride Mark Homes includes townhomes, apartments, and a marina, with amenities like a pool, ... FULL STORY
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AGAINST THE BOARDS: 2026 Knighthawks Season Wrap-Up (podcast)

AGAINST THE BOARDS: 2026 Knighthawks Season Wrap-Up (podcast)
The Rochester Knighthawks' season came to a close a week ago, wrapping up with losses to Georgia. Chamberlain Bauder and Spencer Conley dissect the season in this review edition of ... LAUNCH STREAM
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Two cited for underage drinking after call in Keuka Park

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A report of underage drinking in Keuka Park led to citations for two 20-year-olds Saturday night, according to the Yates County Sheriffโ€™s Office. Deputies responded to Central Avenue in the Town of Jerusalem just after 10 p.m., where ... Read More

Bayside man arrested on DWI charge after overnight traffic stop in Waterloo

Williamson man threatens pizzeria employee with baseball bat in Wolcott
A routine traffic stop in the early morning hours Sunday led to a DWI arrest in the village of Waterloo, police said. Officers pulled over a vehicle for speeding shortly after midnight, an encounter that escalated into an ... Read More

High water prompts no-wake advisory across Cayuga County waterways

Elevated water levels across Cayuga County are prompting officials to urge caution for anyone heading out on the water. The sheriffโ€™s office says recent rainfall has pushed lakes and rivers higher than normal, increasing ...

Auburn man charged after making repeated false emergency calls over months

An Auburn man is facing multiple charges after police say he repeatedly called in false emergencies over a period of several months, triggering responses from local first responders. Authorities say the calls, which spanned ...

Rochester woman charged with DWI after early morning stop in Palmyra

A speeding vehicle moving through a 30 mph zone in the early morning hours Saturday led to a DWI arrest in the Village of Palmyra, police said. An officer initiated a traffic stop just ...

Newark DRI projects move slowly forward

Big redevelopment plans in Newark are inching ahead, but patience is key, according to the Finger Lakes Times, as Mayor Jonathan Taylor says progress under the $10 million Downtown Revitalization Initiative takes time. The ...

Late budget squeezes school districts

School leaders across New York are making high-stakes budget calls without knowing how much state aid theyโ€™ll get, according to the Democrat & Chroncile, as delays in Albany ripple into local decisions. Districts must ...

Ontario woman accused of violating order of protection after dispute with tenant

A Town of Ontario woman is facing charges after deputies say she violated a court-issued order of protection during a confrontation with another tenant. The Wayne County Sheriffโ€™s Office reported the arrest of Meagan ...

Five charged in Ontario County underage alcohol sales sting

A coordinated enforcement effort across Ontario County resulted in multiple arrests after authorities said several businesses sold alcohol to minors during a targeted operation. The Ontario County Sheriffโ€™s Office, working alongside the New York ...

Seneca Falls man charged after domestic incident investigation

A domestic disturbance reported weeks earlier led to a late-night arrest in Seneca Falls, with police charging a local man with obstructing a personโ€™s breathing. Officers took Joshua Dyson, 39, of Seneca Falls, into ...

Wayne County woman dies in-custody hours after being arrested in child welfare investigation

A Wayne County woman died after becoming unresponsive while in police custody Wednesday evening, according to New York State Police. Troopers said Marchelle D. Sharkey, 37, of Ontario, was arrested earlier in the day ...

State launches new awards program for hunters and trappers

New York is rolling out a new statewide program aimed at recognizing hunters and trappers not just for what they harvest, but for their role in conservation. The initiative creates a formal system for ...

Forest Rangers respond to fires, emergencies across New York in busy spring week

New Yorkโ€™s Forest Rangers tackled wildfires, medical emergencies, and public outreach efforts across the state in a week that highlighted the growing demands of early spring conditions. State officials say the activity reflects both ...

Helming spotlights energy constraints during visit to Ontario County dairy farm

A visit to a family-run dairy farm in Ontario County is putting renewed focus on a growing issue facing agriculture across the Finger Lakes: access to reliable, affordable power. State Sen. Pam Helming toured ...

Geneva man charged with rape, sexual abuse involving child

A Geneva man is facing multiple felony charges after a child sexual abuse investigation led to the execution of search warrants in Ontario and Seneca counties. Authorities say the case involves alleged conduct with ...

New York avoids worst of U.S. debt crisis, but warning signs are growing

Americans are carrying more debt than ever, but new data suggests New York sits in a middle ground โ€” not among the worst-off states, yet increasingly showing signs of strain in key areas like ...

Chamber networking event highlights Lochland campus, mission in Geneva

A lakeside nonprofit with more than a century of history opened its doors to local business leaders this month, offering a closer look at its work serving adults with developmental disabilities. The Finger Lakes ...

Two Schuyler County men sentenced in separate meth, bail jumping cases

Two Schuyler County men have been sentenced to state prison in separate cases tied to methamphetamine-related offenses, according to the district attorneyโ€™s office. Both cases stem from prior convictions and investigations that prosecutors say ...
SPORTS

Oswald Peraza delivers walk-off blow as Mets fall in extras to Angels

Oswald Peraza delivers walk-off blow as Mets fall in extras to Angels
Oswald Peraza delivered a two-strike, walk-off single in the 10th inning as the New York Mets fell to the Los Angeles Angels 4-3 on Saturday night at Angel Stadium, a loss shaped by missed chances and an early replay lapse ... Read More
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PETS OF THE WEEK: Meet Maura and Nesbit from the Humane Society of Yates County

PETS OF THE WEEK: Meet Maura and Nesbit from the Humane Society of Yates County
Looking to add a new companion to your home? Each week, FingerLakes1.com partners with the Humane Society of Yates County to highlight local animals in need of a loving home. This weekโ€™s featured pets offer two very different ... Read More
NATIONAL INTEREST

Supreme Court ruling weakens Voting Rights Act, drawing sharp reaction from New York officials

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A major U.S. Supreme Court decision reshaping voting rights law is already sending shockwaves through the political landscape, with implications for redistricting battles ahead of the 2026 midterms. The courtโ€™s ruling, issued Wednesday, limits the scope of the ... Read More
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FL1 SPORTS: Sabres Up 3-2 on Bruins, Spring High School Sports Talk (podcast)

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 Boston and what the path ahead looks like should they ... Launch Stream
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