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Seneca Falls town supervisor arrested after incident at municipal building
The Town Supervisor of Seneca Falls is facing multiple charges after police say an incident inside the municipal building escalated into property damage and unwanted physical contact with another official. Authorities say the allegations stem from an encounter late this week that prompted a formal complaint and subsequent arrest. The Seneca Falls ... FULL STORY
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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
HEADLINE NEWS
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 largest project, Coventry Commons, ... Read More
Late budget squeezes school districts
School leaders across New York are making high-stakes budget calls without knowing how much state aid they’ll get, according to the Democrat & Chroncile, as delays in Albany ripple into local decisions. Districts must finalize spending plans before ... Read More
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 Sheriff’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 Sheriff’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 person’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 York’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 — 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 attorney’s office. Both cases stem from prior convictions and investigations that prosecutors say ...
Henrietta man arrested with stolen SUV at Eastview Mall
A Henrietta man was taken into custody this week after deputies say he was found driving a vehicle reported stolen out of Rochester earlier this month. The arrest happened in a busy commercial area ...
Drone surveys planned along Lake Ontario shoreline to improve flood mapping
Wayne County officials are preparing to deploy drone technology along the Lake Ontario shoreline next week as part of a broader effort to better understand and respond to flooding risks. The surveys come as ...
Canandaigua man arrested after domestic incident involving child endangerment
A Canandaigua man was arrested early Friday morning following a domestic incident that authorities say put a child at risk. The arrest comes more than a week after the incident was first reported. The ...
Waterloo man arrested for DWI after blocking traffic in Tyre
A Waterloo man was arrested for driving while intoxicated after deputies found him unconscious behind the wheel of a vehicle blocking traffic in the Town of Tyre. The incident prompted a response to a ...
Canandaigua man charged after motel fire put residents at risk
A Canandaigua man is facing charges after deputies say a fire set outside a motel room created a dangerous situation for nearby residents. Authorities say the incident happened days before the arrest and posed ...
SPORTS
Swartwout’s cycle effort, Esau’s big day lead FLCC split with TC3
Peyton Swartwout completed a cycle across the doubleheader and Makayla Esau delivered four extra-base hits as the Finger Lakes Community College softball team split with Tompkins Cortland Community College on Friday, dropping the opener 6-5 before rallying for a 10-9 ... Read More
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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 week’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
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 court’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)
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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