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Sheriff identifies person of interest in Geneva death investigation

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Sheriff identifies person of interest in Geneva death investigation
New details have emerged in the investigation into the death of a missing Ontario County man, including the identification of a person of interest. The Ontario County Sheriffโ€™s Office said Emmanuel Richelieu, 37, of Farmington, was found dead inside a Geneva motel room after being reported missing, with investigators now treating the ... FULL STORY
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FL1 SPORTS: Sabres to Face Bruins, NBA and NHL Playoffs (podcast)

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It's playoff time in the NBA and NHL! The guys talk about the postseason runs ahead and discuss what to expect for the Sabres before they take on the Bruins ... LAUNCH STREAM
HEADLINE NEWS

State urges โ€˜lights outโ€™ to protect migrating birds across New York

Bored in lockdown? Try watching birds
New York officials are urging residents and businesses to turn off non-essential lighting overnight as part of a statewide effort to protect migrating birds this spring. The state Department of Environmental Conservation and Office of General Services said ... Read More

Seneca Falls man charged with felony criminal mischief after property damage complaint

Seneca Falls man charged with felony criminal mischief after property damage complaint
A Seneca Falls man is facing a felony charge following a report of damaged property late last week. Anthony Grillone, 40, of Seneca Falls, was arrested April 17 at 12:51 p.m. by the Town of Seneca Falls Police ... Read More

Seneca Falls teen faces felony charges after domestic incident

A Seneca Falls teenager is facing multiple felony and misdemeanor charges following a reported domestic disturbance earlier this month. Kiley M. Bojczuk, 19, of Seneca Falls, was arrested April 14 at 8:41 a.m. by ...

Seneca Falls woman charged with multiple misdemeanors after arrest

A Seneca Falls woman is facing multiple misdemeanor charges following an arrest by local police earlier this month. Pamela Domke, 43, of Seneca Falls, was taken into custody April 9 at 3:59 p.m. by ...

Cayuga, Yates counties among those hosting prescription drug take-back events

Residents across the Finger Lakes will have multiple opportunities to safely dispose of unused and expired medications during coordinated take-back events later this month. The Cayuga County Sheriffโ€™s Office, in partnership with the Owasco ...

Dryden clinic closure leaves care gap

A 70-year-old hometown clinic is shutting its doors, forcing patients to rethink how they get basic care, according to The Ithaca Voice. Cayuga Primary Care Dryden will close May 1, with services moving to ...

Hochul tax push sparks backlash

A last-minute tax on luxury second homes is shaking up budget talks, according to NY1. Kathy Hochul is backing a โ€œpied-ร -terreโ€ tax on NYC properties over $5 million owned by non-residents. The proposal is ...

Suspect in custody after Newark standoff following crash into home, police say

A traffic stop in Newark escalated into a pursuit, crash, home break-in, and hours-long standoff Friday night, ending with one suspect in custody and two others still at large. Police said the incident began ...

Auburn woman pleads guilty in 2025 double stabbing case

An Auburn woman has admitted to stabbing two people in a violent incident last year, pleading guilty this week in Cayuga County Court. Kelly M. Vroman, 40, entered guilty pleas on April 16 to ...

Canandaigua town judge suspended as appeals court reviews removal recommendation

A Canandaigua Town Court judge has been suspended while New Yorkโ€™s highest court considers whether he should be permanently removed from the bench over findings that he used a racial slur and engaged in ...

Former legislator Lydia Patti Ruffini launches independent campaign for Throop supervisor

A former Cayuga County legislator is seeking a return to local government, launching an independent campaign for town supervisor in Throop while sharply criticizing local party leadership. Lydia Patti Ruffini announced she is collecting ...

Hiker rescued after fall in Naples gully at High Tor Wildlife Management Area

A Rochester hiker was rescued last week after falling into a steep gully at High Tor Wildlife Management Area in Naples, prompting a multi-agency rope rescue response. The incident unfolded around 6:34 p.m. on ...

Canandaigua fire leaves two-story home uninhabitable

A structure fire in Canandaigua on April 15 left a two-story home uninhabitable after crews battled heavy smoke and fire conditions inside the residence. Emergency responders were called to 131 Thad Chapin Street around ...

Cayuga County man charged with kidnapping, strangulation after Fulton investigation

A Cayuga County man is facing multiple felony charges after police say a victim was held against their will for an extended period of time. Fulton Police said the investigation began after the victim ...

Hochul pitches auto insurance reforms, says crackdown on fraud could lower costs

Gov. Kathy Hochul is pushing a series of proposed reforms aimed at lowering New Yorkโ€™s high auto insurance costs, arguing that fraud, legal loopholes, and excessive payouts are driving up premiums for drivers. Speaking ...

Bath woman charged with felony DWI after traffic stop on West Steuben Street

A Bath woman is facing felony and misdemeanor charges following a traffic stop Tuesday night that led to a driving while intoxicated arrest. Police say the incident occurred around 8:46 p.m. on April 14, ...

DEC highlights 22 years of brownfield cleanups, ties program to housing growth

New York officials are pointing to the stateโ€™s long-running brownfield cleanup efforts as a key driver of housing development and community revitalization. The Department of Environmental Conservation announced that its Brownfield Cleanup Program marked ...

Route 36 closure planned in North Hornell for intersection work

Drivers traveling through North Hornell will need to plan ahead next week as a key intersection is set to close for construction. The New York State Department of Transportation announced that portions of State ...
SPORTS

Cody Bellinger hits two home runs as Yankees roll past Royals

Cody Bellinger hits two home runs as Yankees roll past Royals
Theย New York Yankeesย cruised past theย Kansas City Royals, 13-4, on Saturday afternoon at Yankee Stadium, securing their second straight win and improving to 12-9 on the season behind a powerful offensive showing and a dominant start on the mound. The Yankees ... Read More
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Rochester McDonaldโ€™s Shamrock Shake campaign raises $38,500 for Ronald McDonald House

McDonald’s on Grant Ave. in Auburn will host grand opening, ribbon cutting on Friday after months of construction
A seasonal promotion tied to one of McDonaldโ€™s most recognizable menu items delivered a significant boost for families in need across the Rochester area. Local McDonaldโ€™s restaurants raised more than $38,500 during this yearโ€™s four-week Shamrock Shake campaign, ... Read More
NATIONAL INTEREST

Riley targets utility bill taxes

Riley targets utility bill taxes
Upstate utility bills are swelling with extra fees, and relief could come through tax season, according to the Times Union. Josh Riley introduced a bipartisan bill to let households deduct taxes and surcharges from gas and electric bills ... Read More
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AUBURN: City Council meets amid budget woes (webcast)

AUBURN: City Council meets amid budget woes (webcast)
Auburn City Council moved through a full agenda during its April 16 meeting, including public comment, approval of prior minutes, and updates from city officials. Council also considered a zoning ordinance related to cannabis uses, along with multiple resolutions covering ... Launch Stream