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New details emerge as Geneva murder investigation unfolds
What began as a missing person case late Friday quickly escalated into a homicide investigation after a Farmington man was found dead inside a Geneva motel room — and within 48 hours, a suspect was identified, located, and charged with murder. Emmanuel Richelieu, 37, had been reported missing around 11 p.m. April ... FULL STORY
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TikTok changes rattle student creators
Repeated videos and shrinking views are raising red flags for student creators as TikTok shifts ownership and possibly its algorithm, according to Spectrum News 1. Students at Syracuse University say their feeds look different and engagement is dropping ... Read More
Fire departments across rural NY recruit teens to survive
A shrinking volunteer force is pushing fire departments to recruit teenagers just to keep trucks rolling, according to Spectrum News 1. At Black River Fire Department, leaders say fewer volunteers—and more emergency calls—are straining crews. Nationwide numbers have ... Read More
Lyons man already jailed on rape charges indicted for witness tampering
A Lyons man already being held without bail on rape charges is now facing additional felony accusations after authorities say he attempted to interfere with a witness from inside the jail. The Wayne County ...
Victor Fire District adopts new firefighting additive aimed at lithium-ion battery risks
A new approach to tackling one of the fire service’s fastest-growing hazards is being put into practice locally. DiVal Safety announced that the Victor Fire District is among the first in the country to ...
Fox to fill Ward 1 vacancy on Canandaigua City Council
Canandaigua City Council is expected to return to full strength Monday with the appointment of a new Ward 1 representative. Teale Fox has been selected to fill the vacancy left by Michael Mills, who ...
Bath woman had BAC of .30% after crash near school
A Bath woman is facing felony charges after police say she crashed her vehicle near a school while heavily intoxicated. Officers were dispatched Friday, April 17 around 2:15 p.m. to Maple Heights, in front ...
Bath man charged after threatening neighbors during dispute
A Bath man was arrested Sunday morning after police say he threatened his neighbors during a dispute. Officers were dispatched to a residence on Shannon Street around 6:59 a.m. on April 19 for a ...
Bath man arrested on DWI charge after overnight stop
An early morning traffic stop in Bath led to a driving while intoxicated arrest over the weekend. According to the Village of Bath Police Department, an officer observed a vehicle traveling north on Liberty ...
O’Mara criticizes Albany energy policies as costs rise for New Yorkers
A state lawmaker is raising concerns about rising utility costs, arguing that current energy policies in Albany are placing increasing financial pressure on residents and businesses. In his weekly column, State Sen. Tom O’Mara ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
What else happened at Thursday’s Auburn City Council meeting?
The budget dominated Thursday’s Auburn City Council meeting, but it was far from the only issue on the table. Council also addressed cannabis regulations, ongoing concerns about surveillance technology and routine city operations. Cannabis ...
Cayuga, Yates counties among those hosting prescription drug take-back events
Residents across the Finger Lakes will have multiple opportunities to safely dispose of unused and expired medications during coordinated take-back events later this month. The Cayuga County Sheriff’s Office, in partnership with the Owasco ...
Dryden clinic closure leaves care gap
A 70-year-old hometown clinic is shutting its doors, forcing patients to rethink how they get basic care, according to The Ithaca Voice. Cayuga Primary Care Dryden will close May 1, with services moving to ...
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 ...
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 ...
SPORTS
Sabres rally with four third-period goals to beat Bruins in Game 1
The Buffalo Sabres stormed back with four goals in the third period to erase a two-goal deficit and stun the Boston Bruins, 4-3, in Game 1 of their first-round playoff series on Sunday night at KeyBank Center. The win gives ... Read More
FLX LIVING
Seneca7 relay returns April 26, drivers urged to use caution around Seneca Lake
One of the Finger Lakes’ largest running events is set to return later this month, bringing hundreds of runners and increased traffic around Seneca Lake. The Seneca7, a 77.7-mile relay race, will take place Sunday, April 26, with ... 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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