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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 around 7:10 p.m. when an officer attempted to stop a vehicle in the village. The driver fled, leading ... FULL STORY
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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 signatures to secure a ... Read More
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 April 10, when Ontario ... Read More
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 York’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 state’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 ...
Measuring phytoplankton: The toxic takeover your lake report probably doesn’t detect
Across the Finger Lakes, communities rely on annual water quality reports to tell them if their lake is healthy. Often, these reports come back with passing grades - the water looks relatively clear, and ...
Bathymetry and sludge hydra: How we are feeding the Finger Lakes’ toxic blooms
In our previous articles, we explored how the loss of deep-water oxygen – hypoxia - creates a dead zone at the bottom of our lakes. But hypoxia is only the trigger. The real engine ...
Police recover cocaine, ammunition in Geneva apartment raid
A no-knock search warrant executed early Friday morning in Geneva led to the discovery of drugs and ammunition, according to police. Members of the Geneva Police Department’s Detective Bureau, working alongside the Ontario County ...
New York tax collections top expectations but warning signs loom
New York collected more tax revenue than expected in the last fiscal year, but state officials are warning that economic uncertainty could cloud the outlook ahead. Tax collections for the 2025–26 fiscal year totaled ...
Hochul announces $71 million settlement to refund energy customers
Hundreds of thousands of New Yorkers will receive financial relief after a state settlement aimed at addressing alleged overbilling by energy service companies. The agreement requires nine affiliated companies to provide $50 million in ...
FLX WEEKEND WEATHER: Stormy Saturday gives way to cold, possible snow
A dramatic spring weather swing is set to impact the Finger Lakes and Central New York this weekend, with summer-like warmth and thunderstorms Saturday quickly giving way to a much colder pattern that could ...
Outdated school aid formula sparks growing concern statewide
Rising school costs could swallow New York’s proposed aid increases, with an education expert warning the system is overdue for an overhaul, according to Spectrum News. Bob Lowry said many districts may see gains ...
Community rallying to support Romulus family after devastating house fire
A Seneca County community is coming together to support a local family who lost their home in a March structure fire, with a benefit event planned next month to help them recover. The fundraiser ...
Microburst with 100 mph winds confirmed in Steuben County
A powerful microburst packing wind speeds up to 100 mph tore through parts of Steuben County Wednesday evening, leaving behind a narrow but intense path of storm damage, according to the National Weather Service ...
Seneca County approves new contract for sheriff’s deputies, advances major sewer projects
Seneca County officials approved a new labor contract for sheriff’s deputies Tuesday, resolving a key personnel matter while moving forward on a slate of infrastructure investments and routine county business during the April Board ...
SPORTS
Cody Bellinger hits two home runs as Yankees roll past Royals
The New York Yankees cruised past the 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
FLX LIVING
South Bristol launches community conversations series with broadband panel
Town officials in South Bristol are launching a new public forum series aimed at tackling some of the community’s most pressing challenges, starting with broadband access. The first event, titled “How Can South Bristol Expand Broadband Access?”, is ... Read More
NATIONAL INTEREST
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 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
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