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Repeat speeders in New York could face mandatory speed limiters under proposed law
Drivers who repeatedly exceed the speed limit in New York could soon find their vehicles physically unable to do it again. A proposal moving through the state Legislature would require certain repeat offenders to install speed-limiting devices — technology that automatically caps how fast a vehicle can go based on posted limits ... FULL STORY
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CONNECTIONS: Finger Lakes wine industry in trouble? (podcast)
On a recent episode of WXXI’s Connections with Evan Dawson, Brian Durnin of Point of the Bluff Vineyards, Matt Cassavaugh of 20 Deep Winery, and Chad Hendrickson of Keuka Spring ... LAUNCH STREAM
HEADLINE NEWS
$29.9M Thruway project underway in Ontario County, lane closures expected
A major highway improvement project is underway in Ontario County, with nearly $30 million in upgrades planned along one of the busiest stretches of the New York State Thruway. State officials say the $29.9 million project targets Interstate ... Read More
Canandaigua officials weigh odor concerns, advance downtown event proposal
City officials got a clearer picture Monday of what’s behind lingering odor complaints near the city’s wastewater treatment plant — and what’s being done to fix it — during a meeting of the City Council’s environmental committee. The ... Read More
Walworth zoning board approves carport variance, delays decision on home addition
The Walworth Zoning Board of Appeals approved one variance request and delayed action on another during a meeting Monday night marked by debate over code interpretation and procedural uncertainty. Board members first took up ...
Mentz man charged after dogs found living in ‘unlivable’ conditions in Aurelius
A Cayuga County man is facing a misdemeanor charge after authorities say multiple dogs were kept for months inside a residence under conditions deemed unfit for any animal. The Cayuga County Sheriff’s Office reported ...
Bicyclist airlifted after crash on South Meadow Street in Ithaca
A bicyclist was airlifted to a regional trauma center Monday after a crash involving a vehicle on South Meadow Street in Ithaca. Emergency crews responded around 9:37 a.m. to the 500 block of South ...
Yates County schedules special meeting on Ferguson Corners bridge project
Yates County lawmakers will convene a special Public Works Committee meeting next week to address new cost and scope concerns tied to a key bridge rehabilitation project. The meeting is set for noon on ...
Two injured in crash at Beach Tree and Canoga roads in Aurelius
Emergency crews responded Monday afternoon to a two-vehicle crash in the Town of Aurelius that left multiple people injured and required an extended response. The Aurelius Volunteer Fire Department was dispatched around 2:52 p.m ...
Ontario County Sheriff reports 16,800+ police calls, 136 arrests in April
Law enforcement activity remained steady across Ontario County in April, with thousands of calls for service, more than 100 arrests, and no fatal crashes reported during the month. Newly released data from the Ontario ...
Schumer ties rising gas prices in Rochester-Finger Lakes to Iran war, vows weekly votes to end conflict
Gas prices topping $4 per gallon across the Rochester–Finger Lakes region are becoming a political flashpoint, with U.S. Sen. Chuck Schumer linking the spike directly to the ongoing war with Iran and pushing for ...
Mottville firefighters assist in late-night brush fire response in Jordan
Fire crews from multiple departments were called in to battle a late-night outdoor fire in Cayuga County, with Mottville firefighters playing a key role in bringing the blaze under control. The Mottville Volunteer Fire ...
Mercy Flight Central conference draws record crowd as demand for EMS training grows
A surge in demand for hands-on emergency medical training is showing up in attendance numbers, with more than 130 providers and healthcare professionals gathering this week in Canandaigua for a regional conference that reached ...
Seneca County LDC to review contract, economic development updates at Thursday meeting
A proposed contract amendment and updates on several economic development efforts will headline a Thursday meeting of the Seneca County Local Development Corporation. The board is scheduled to meet at 5 p.m. May 7 ...
Seneca Falls deli to close after 33 years serving community
A fixture in downtown Seneca Falls for more than three decades is preparing to close its doors, marking the end of an era for a business that became part of daily life for generations ...
Abortion pills remain available by telehealth in New York after court ruling
Medication abortion remains available through telehealth in New York, even after a federal appeals court ruling restricted access to mifepristone, one of the two drugs commonly used in abortion care. The ruling by a ...
Push to delay electric school bus mandate gains momentum: Action could come this week
New York’s aggressive timeline to electrify its school bus fleet could be pushed back by five years under legislation gaining traction in Albany — a shift that would significantly alter how districts across the ...
CNY Mozaic expands reach with merger of Oswego-based disability service providers
A major regional provider of disability services is expanding its footprint into Central New York after completing a merger that brings two Oswego County organizations under its umbrella. Mozaic announced that Oswego Industries and ...
Hopewell man faces felony charges after crashing through wall into neighbors apartment
A Hopewell man is facing multiple charges, including a felony, after deputies say he punched through his apartment wall into a neighboring unit where a child was present. Ontario County Sheriff’s deputies responded around ...
Fairport woman charged with trespass at Eastview Mall store
A Fairport woman is facing a trespass charge after deputies say she returned to Eastview Mall despite a prior ban tied to a shoplifting incident. Ontario County Sheriff’s deputies arrested Meghan C. Reagan, 29, ...
SPORTS
Wayne-Finger Lakes high school sports: May 4 scoreboard
A new week of Wayne-Finger Lakes high school spring sports got underway Monday with offense erupting and dominant pitching setting the tone. In girls lacrosse, Geneva was powered by a nine-assist performance from Allison Marquart, while Meghan Forbes scored six ... Read More
FLX LIVING
Steuben County Sheriff highlights promotions, training, and community outreach in May update
Steuben County’s top law enforcement official is pointing to a busy spring marked by promotions, expanded training, and community engagement as the agency heads into the summer months. In his May newsletter, Sheriff Jim Allard outlined a wide ... Read More
NATIONAL INTEREST
Infant formula recalled nationwide over potential health risk
A popular infant formula sold across the United States is being recalled due to a potential health risk that could impact babies. The a2 Milk Company announced a voluntary recall of three batches of its a2 Platinum Premium ... Read More
PODCASTS & LIVE STREAMS
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 Against the Boards. They talk with Knighthawks GM Dan Carey ... Launch Stream
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