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Watkins Glen mayor looks ahead after steady year
Steady progress, not flashy breakthroughs, defined Watkins Glen in 2025 — and Mayor Laurie DeNardo says that approach will guide the village moving forward. In a recent Odessa File column, DeNardo reflected on a year centered on consistency, long-term thinking, and protecting the village’s future while outlining projects completed and challenges still ... FULL STORY
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UPSTATE HOOPS: Class A Standings Breakdown, Updated Power Rankings (podcast)
The final full week of regular-season action is here in the Wayne-Finger Lakes basketball season. The guys recap last week's games and preview the week ahead. They also break down ... LAUNCH STREAM
HEADLINE NEWS
Juvenile arrested after Ovid assault
Deputies arrested a juvenile after a reported assault involving other youths in the Town of Ovid. Seneca County Sheriff Tim Thompson said deputies responded to the incident around 11:07 a.m. on February 6. Investigators determined the juvenile assaulted ... Read More
State parks hiring lifeguards for summer
New York State Parks is gearing up for summer and needs lifeguards to staff beaches and pools statewide. The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation has launched its annual recruitment push for the upcoming ... Read More
DWI arrest made in Ovid traffic stop
Deputies arrested a driver early Monday after a traffic stop in the Town of Ovid. Seneca County Sheriff Tim Thompson said deputies stopped a vehicle around 1:23 a.m. after observing lane violations. Deputies identified ...
NOTICE: Geneva City council to hold special meeting
Geneva City Council members will meet Thursday night for a special session at City Hall. The special council meeting is scheduled for February 12 at 6 p.m. in the second-floor conference room at City ...
Teen arrested after Target shoplifting complaint
A shoplifting complaint at a Victor Target store led to an arrest over the weekend. Ontario County Sheriff’s deputies responded to Target on Commons Boulevard on February 6. Investigators allege the suspect passed all ...
Man charged after alleged shoplifting at Eastview Mall
Deputies arrested a man following a shoplifting investigation at Eastview Mall in the Town of Victor. Ontario County Sheriff’s deputies responded to a complaint at Von Maur on February 6 around 6:49 p.m. Investigators ...
Crash into utility pole leads to DWI arrest in Phelps
A single-vehicle crash in the Town of Phelps led to multiple charges, including driving while intoxicated. Ontario County Sheriff’s deputies investigated a crash on North Wayne Street, north of State Route 96, on February ...
Deputies arrest man on DWI charge after Farmington EMS call
Deputies arrested a man on a driving while intoxicated charge after responding to a medical call in the Town of Farmington. Ontario County Sheriff’s deputies responded to an EMS call on King Hill Drive ...
NYSEG, RG&E warn of rising scam attempts
NYSEG and RG&E are warning customers about a rise in increasingly sophisticated utility scams. The companies say scammers are posing as utility workers and using aggressive tactics to pressure customers into giving up personal ...
West Walworth firefighter honored for 70 years
Seventy years of service earned a West Walworth firefighter one of the state’s highest honors. State Sen. Pam Helming presented a New York State Senate Commendation Award to Darwin Welker during the West Walworth ...
Lea Webb launches reelection bid
Surrounded by supporters and top Democrats, Sen. Lea Webb kicked off her reelection campaign at a Binghamton gala, according to WENY. Webb announced her run during the People’s Purple Ball, an event that drew ...
FINGER LAKES FORECAST: Dangerous cold, snow chances ahead this week
A stretch of dangerous cold starts the week across the Finger Lakes, followed by a slow warmup and several chances for snow as multiple systems move through the region. Bitter cold this morning Today ...
Aggravated DWI arrest follows Macedon traffic stop
Police arrested a man following a traffic stop in Macedon that led to multiple driving while intoxicated charges, including an aggravated DWI. Macedon Police identified the driver as a 59-year-old Macedon resident after the ...
Rich McCarron adds two endorsements in 48th Senate race
Rich McCarron picked up back-to-back endorsements Saturday as he campaigns for State Senate District 48, signaling growing support across Cayuga and Onondaga counties. The Cayuga County Conservatives endorsed McCarron during a morning event in ...
Cold snap set to raise utility bills in Penn Yan
January’s deep freeze could soon hit Penn Yan residents in the wallet, with higher electric bills expected this spring, according to village officials. Leaders in the Village of Penn Yan say wholesale power prices ...
Watkins Glen board advances water project, tightens procurement rules
The Watkins Glen Village Board approved infrastructure payments, revised purchasing policies, addressed fire-related code enforcement, and moved forward on several operational matters during its meeting last week. Water project payments approved amid quality concerns ...
Geneva City Council advances strategic plan, reviews economic development structure
Geneva City Council’s meeting covered a wide range of topics last week, from long-term financial planning and downtown revitalization to public safety, housing, and the future of Loomis Woods. While much of the evening ...
VA sends millions to Canandaigua, Bath hospitals
A record-breaking $4.8 billion investment is heading to VA hospitals nationwide, with local facilities set to see major upgrades, according to the Department of Veterans Affairs. Part of the funding will flow to the ...
SPORTS
Ontario County native eyes Olympic gold
An Ontario County native will chase two medals on one of the world’s biggest stages, according to the Rochester Democrat and Chronicle. Dylan Walczyk, a Bristol Mountain alum, will compete for Team USA in men’s moguls and dual moguls at ... Read More
FLX LIVING
Reliant Credit Union backs Geneva 2030
A $1,250 donation is helping fuel programs that guide Geneva students from early childhood through career planning. Reliant Credit Union presented the check to Geneva 2030 during a visit to the organization’s headquarters on Thursday, February 5. The ... Read More
NATIONAL INTEREST
Powerball jackpot climbs to $102M
Saturday’s Powerball drawing came and went without a jackpot winner, pushing the prize to an estimated $102 million, according to syracuse.com. The winning numbers drawn Saturday night were 25, 36, 42, 51, and 58, with a Powerball of ... Read More
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WATKINS GLEN: Village Board holds February meeting (webcast)
The Watkins Glen Village Board reviewed a wide-ranging agenda that included discussion of water system improvement items, a proposed change order tied to project allowances, and a new policy addressing mailboxes damaged during snow removal operations. Trustees also examined a ... Launch Stream
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