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Missing Ontario County man found dead, sheriff confirms
A missing Ontario County man whose disappearance prompted a public alert over the weekend has been found dead, authorities confirmed following a media briefing. The Ontario County Sheriff’s Office said 37-year-old Emmanuel Richelieu, who had been reported missing after last being seen in Geneva, was located deceased with what investigators described as ... FULL STORY
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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 the Town of Seneca ... 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 the Town of Seneca ... Read More
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 ...
State urges ‘lights out’ to protect migrating birds across New York
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 ...
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 “pied-à-terre” tax on NYC properties over $5 million owned by non-residents. The proposal is ...
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 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 ...
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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
Rochester McDonald’s Shamrock Shake campaign raises $38,500 for Ronald McDonald House
A seasonal promotion tied to one of McDonald’s most recognizable menu items delivered a significant boost for families in need across the Rochester area. Local McDonald’s restaurants raised more than $38,500 during this year’s four-week Shamrock Shake campaign, ... 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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