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State police seek new leads in Wayne County homicide investigation
Nearly six months after a Wayne County woman was found dead in her apartment, state police say the investigation remains active — and they are urging anyone with information to come forward. Cheryl Goodberlet, 66, was discovered deceased Nov. 5, 2025, inside her residence at Williamson Orchard Estates in the town of ... FULL STORY
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KENNY’S 2 PENNIES: The 2026 Season Finale (podcast)
After a long winter, Kenny Haas wraps up another season of Kenny's 2 Pennies! He begins recapping the NFL Draft and how the Bills did retooling the roster with college ... LAUNCH STREAM
HEADLINE NEWS
Attorney general pushes payment companies to crack down on illegal vape sales
New York Attorney General Letitia James is calling on major credit card companies and payment processors to play a more aggressive role in stopping illegal vape sales, arguing that financial networks are enabling widespread access to prohibited products ... Read More
Man wanted on felony drug warrant found hiding in trunk during Auburn incident
A man wanted on a felony drug warrant was found hiding in the trunk of a vehicle during a traffic stop in Auburn, according to police. The arrest followed a report April 27 that the suspect, identified as ... Read More
Bath man charged after police find meth during early morning patrol
An early morning foot patrol behind a Bath church led to a drug arrest after officers found a local man in possession of methamphetamine, according to police. The incident happened around 3:50 a.m. April ...
Hochul ramps up pressure on budget deal as she targets tariffs, insurance costs
With the state budget still unresolved, Gov. Kathy Hochul is intensifying her push for key proposals aimed at lowering costs — while sharply criticizing federal policies she says are driving prices higher for New ...
Sweet Treat Trail returns to Cayuga County with America 250 theme
Cayuga County’s signature dessert tour is back for another season, inviting residents and visitors to explore dozens of local stops as part of a self-guided experience that blends small business promotion with a summer-long ...
Livingston County land bank continues accepting applications for vacant rental rehab program
A state-backed effort to bring empty housing units back online in Livingston County is still taking applications, with millions in funding available to property owners willing to rehabilitate vacant rentals. The Livingston County Land ...
Geneva police report string of DWI arrests, unusual traffic stop involving paint spill
A routine patrol in Geneva turned into an unusual roadside scene over the weekend when officers spotted white paint pouring from the trunk of a moving vehicle — a stop that ultimately led to ...
Thousands set to take part in I Love My Park Day across New York, with local projects planned
A statewide push to clean up and improve public lands will bring thousands of volunteers to parks, trails, and green spaces across New York this weekend, including dozens of projects in the Finger Lakes ...
Ithaca mayor launches advisory committees to tackle housing, transit and economic issues
Ithaca’s mayor is opening a direct line to residents in an effort to fast-track solutions to some of the city’s most pressing challenges, including housing affordability and transportation. Mayor Robert Cantelmo announced Tuesday the ...
New York urges residents to freeze credit as identity theft reports surge
More than a million New Yorkers reported identity theft last year, a number state officials say underscores the growing risk of financial fraud and the need for basic safeguards many consumers still overlook. As ...
$17M boost powers Wayland growth
A massive power upgrade is headed to Steuben County — the Wayland Business Park just landed $16.9 million in state funding, according to the Hornell Evening Tribune. The award comes from New York’s POWER ...
Finger Lakes forecast: Wind advisory, waves of rain, then a sharp cool-down ahead
A stretch of unsettled weather is taking hold across the Finger Lakes this week, bringing gusty winds, multiple rounds of rain, and a notable drop in temperatures heading into the weekend. Forecasters with the ...
Cato man jailed on contempt, family offense charges after protection order violation
A Cayuga County man is facing felony-level charges after deputies say he violated a court-issued order of protection during a late-night incident earlier this month. The Cayuga County Sheriff’s Office reported the arrest of ...
Ontario County, Auburn projects receive state housing funds to add rental units
A pair of housing efforts in the Finger Lakes and Central New York are getting a boost from the latest round of state funding aimed at bringing more affordable rental units online. Gov. Kathy ...
Bridge closure to snarl Ithaca traffic
Drivers near Fall Creek should brace for months of detours — the Stewart Avenue Bridge will shut down for major repairs starting May 4, according to The Ithaca Voice. Crews already started prep work, ...
Cayuga County Legislature to weigh major funding items at tonight’s meeting (video)
Millions in grants, contracts, and infrastructure-related funding decisions are on the table as the Cayuga County Legislature meets tonight. Lawmakers are scheduled to meet at 6 p.m. at the Ward O’Hara Agricultural Museum in ...
Geneva residents sentenced after 18 dogs found in deplorable conditions
A disturbing animal cruelty case in the city of Geneva has ended with two residents sentenced after authorities uncovered widespread neglect involving nearly two dozen dogs. Ontario County District Attorney Jason MacBride announced that ...
New York passes seventh budget extender as negotiations inch forward
New York lawmakers have once again pushed back the state budget deadline, approving a short-term extender that keeps government operations running while negotiations continue behind closed doors. The Legislature on Monday passed a seventh ...
SPORTS
Former Canandaigua high basketball star heads to Miami
She lit up scoreboards across the Finger Lakes, and now she’s heading south — Mya Herman has committed to the University of Miami, according to the Rochester Democrat and Chronicle. The former Canandaigua standout built a dominant résumé. She earned ... Read More
FLX LIVING
Phelps Arts Center to host ‘Spring into Summer’ vendor market
Local artists and makers will take center stage in early June as the Phelps Arts Center opens its doors for a daylong vendor market celebrating creativity and community. The “Spring into Summer” Vendor Market is scheduled for Saturday, ... Read More
NATIONAL INTEREST
Report warns fentanyl in homes poses growing threat to young children
A new national report is raising alarms about the growing danger synthetic opioids pose to young children, arguing that federal policy has not kept pace with the risks tied to parental substance use inside the home. The study, ... Read More
PODCASTS & LIVE STREAMS
VICTOR: Town Board meets for second session of April (webcast)
The Victor Town Board held its regularly scheduled meeting to close out the month of April. The meeting was livestreamed on YouTube and can be watched on-demand below ... Launch Stream
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