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Mozaic secures over $630K to expand Auburn facility, boost jobs and healthcare access
A major investment aimed at expanding job training and healthcare access in Cayuga County is moving forward, with Mozaic announcing it has secured more than $630,000 in state-backed funding for its Auburn facility. The $634,320 in grants will support an expansion of the Center for Community, Arts, and Technology at 180 North ... FULL STORY
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FRESH TAKES: NBA and NHL Postseasons, Rory Repeats (podcast)
The postseason for the winter sports is here! Nick Felice and Paul Russo discuss what to see and expect in the NBA Playoffs and the Stanley Cup Playoffs. They make ... LAUNCH STREAM
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New York pushes more doe hunting to control population
New York officials want hunters to take more female deer as the population surges and crashes into cars rise, according to Spectrum News. The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation is proposing changes to boost antlerless deer ... Read More
Fight continues in Albany over climate rollback, while budget remains stuck
A fierce backlash erupted in Albany as lawmakers and activists warned a climate rollback could cost New Yorkers thousands, according to WSYR. Critics say Gov. Kathy Hochul’s plan to delay emissions rules by a decade would raise energy ... Read More
Albany budget fight drags on as tensions continue to escalate
Albany’s budget talks stalled again as deadlines slipped and leaders sparred over major policy issues, according to Spectrum News 1. Gov. Kathy Hochul and lawmakers held dueling press events Tuesday, signaling little progress nearly ...
Penn Yan lawyer acquitted of rape charges after week-long trial in Yates County
A Finger Lakes attorney accused of rape last year has been acquitted on all charges following a weeklong jury trial. Thomas E. Plan, a Penn Yan-based lawyer, was found not guilty after jurors deliberated ...
5 big takeaways from Yates County Legislature meetings: What’s next?
A series of Yates County Legislature committee meetings last week revealed growing pressure on infrastructure, public services and long-term planning — with several key projects and concerns set to move forward in the coming ...
Victor man charged with DWI after reckless driving complaint
A 67-year-old Victor man was arrested Tuesday evening after deputies responded to a report of a reckless driver in a residential area. Ontario County Sheriff’s deputies were called to Falcons Point around 6:18 p.m ...
Rochester woman charged with DWI after early morning arrest at Seneca Lake Park
A Rochester woman is facing multiple charges after deputies found her in a vehicle inside Seneca Lake Park during closed hours early Wednesday morning. The arrest happened around 2 a.m. on April 15, when ...
Bayshore man charged after driving stolen vehicle through Ovid intersection
A Long Island man is facing felony charges after deputies say he was found driving a stolen vehicle during an early morning traffic stop in Seneca County. The arrest happened around 5:01 a.m. on ...
Finger Lakes forecast today: Warm, stormy pattern builds with severe risk late
A warm, unsettled pattern will take hold across the Finger Lakes today, setting the stage for multiple rounds of showers and thunderstorms — including the potential for strong to severe weather by late afternoon ...
Fertilizer costs surge, leaving most Northeast farmers unable to afford supplies
A sharp rise in fertilizer and fuel costs is forcing many farmers across the Northeast to scale back or reconsider planting plans this season, according to a new survey from the American Farm Bureau ...
Push grows for safer beauty products as toxic chemical concerns rise
Everyday beauty products could be exposing people to cancer-linked chemicals, according to Spectrum News 1, and New York advocates want lawmakers to act fast. A proposed bill, the Beauty Justice Act, aims to ban ...
Hornell expands property tax relief program to help more seniors stay home
More seniors in Hornell can now get property tax relief as costs rise, according to the Hornell Evening Tribune. The city expanded its exemption program, raising the income limit and switching to a sliding ...
Dryden bridge construction begins to connect trail and improve safety
Heavy equipment is already rolling as a long-awaited trail connection takes shape in Dryden, according to The Tompkins Weekly. Construction has officially begun on a pedestrian and bike bridge over Route 13. The $3.1 ...
New York credit check ban law takes effect next week
A sweeping new state law will soon bar most employers in New York from using credit history when making hiring and employment decisions, marking a significant shift in how companies evaluate job candidates. The ...
Ithaca debate over ending at-will jobs slows as leaders seek more data
A plan to overhaul worker protections in Ithaca is slowing down as debate intensifies, according to The Ithaca Voice. Officials say they need more data before moving forward on ending at-will employment. Supporters argue ...
Danby hiring controversy sparks ethics ruling over undisclosed relationship
A routine hiring decision spiraled into an ethics violation in Danby, according to The Ithaca Voice. The town supervisor proposed his tenant for a bookkeeping job without disclosing their relationship. The move included boosting ...
Shrinkflation drives grocery bills higher as packages quietly get smaller
Your grocery bill keeps climbing — even as packages quietly shrink, according to the Rochester Democrat and Chronicle. A new analysis found families now spend about $741 more a year on the same groceries, ...
Lansing school board turmoil deepens ahead of major budget decision
A wave of resignations just rocked Lansing Central School District weeks before a critical budget vote, according to Tompkins Weekly. Three board members quit, citing dysfunction and distrust, triggering swift replacements. The shakeup comes ...
SPORTS
Yankees rally late, walk off Angels on José Caballero’s two-run double
The New York Yankees defeated the Los Angeles Angels, 5-4, on Wednesday night at Yankee Stadium, rallying in the ninth inning to secure a walk-off victory and take two of the first three games in the series. After an early offensive surge faded, ... Read More
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Medication take-back day set for April 25 at Geneva Wegmans
A growing volume of unused medications across Ontario County is prompting another push for safe disposal, with local officials and community partners planning a take-back event later this month. Ontario Cares will host a free Medication Take-Back Day ... Read More
NATIONAL INTEREST
Tenney highlights tax relief claims tied to 2025 law on Tax Day
Rep. Claudia Tenney used Tax Day to spotlight what she described as sweeping tax relief for families and workers, pointing to provisions enacted under a 2025 federal law backed by Republicans. The New York Republican said the legislation ... Read More
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CONNECTIONS: Can state’s approach to climate change be fixed? (podcast)
State policymakers are weighing competing priorities as debate over New York’s climate agenda intensifies during budget negotiations. As featured by a recent episode of WXXI’s Connections with Evan Dawson, advocates and industry leaders discussed proposals that could reshape the state’s ... Launch Stream
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