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Cayuga County 911 dispatchers face double shifts as another employee resigns
Cayuga County's 911 center is scheduling dispatchers for 16-hour double shifts, and another employee plans to leave Oct. 28, adding pressure to a workforce already stretched by resignations, retirements and absences. 911 Administrator Ben Guzalak told the Judicial and Public Safety Committee on Oct. 14 that the center had … FULL STORY: Cayuga County 911 dispatchers face double shifts as another employee resigns
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Victor Planning Board holds its Oct. 14 town meeting (webcast)
CAYUGA COUNTY: public safety and health committee meetings Oct. 14 (webcast)
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GENEVA: City Council holds Oct. 13 budget workshop meeting (webcast)
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New York experts warn AI is sharpening phishing scams
Cybersecurity experts warn that artificial intelligence is making scam messages harder to spot, according to Spectrum News 1. Expert Steve Stasiukonis said small changes to web addresses can signal a … Read More: New York experts warn AI is sharpening phishing scams
Ovid No Kings rally draws 85 as Seneca County groups urge early voting
Organizers counted 85 people at Ovid's main intersection Saturday, Oct. 17, for a “No Kings/Vote Early” demonstration. A second rally took place later that day outside the Women's Rights National Historical Park building … Read More: Ovid No Kings rally draws 85 as Seneca County groups urge early voting
New York advocates question whether Social Security raise is enough
Some New York seniors and advocates say Social Security's 3.6% increase for 2027 may fall short of their rising costs, according to …
Finger Lakes Times building heads to Oct. 22 auction
The Finger Lakes Times' longtime Geneva building will go to public auction Oct. 22 as the newspaper seeks a smaller local office, …
Canandaigua water bills due Oct. 30 before late penalty
Town of Canandaigua water customers must pay their final quarterly bill of 2026 by 4 p.m. Friday, Oct. 30, to avoid a late …
Man charged with felony drug possession after Ithaca Commons dispute
A man faces two felony drug-possession charges after Ithaca police investigated a dispute on the Commons early Sunday. Officers were approached shortly …
New York groups plan poll observers amid ICE concerns
Voting-rights advocates are preparing to deploy thousands of observers at New York polling places amid concerns about immigration enforcement, according to Spectrum …
Fleming Fire District sets Dec. 8 vote for commissioner seat
The Fleming Fire District will elect one commissioner on December 8 for a five-year term beginning January 1, 2027, according to a district election …
Happy Beauty opens at Eastview Mall in Victor
Happy Beauty Co. has opened a cosmetics store at Eastview Mall in Victor, according to Eastview Mall. The shop is in Main Court just …
Auburn union representative urges city to address staffing losses across departments
A representative of Auburn’s municipal workers urged the City Council this week to give greater consideration to staffing protections across city departments, saying …
FL1 FORECAST: Frosty Sunday morning gives way to sunny, warmer week
A frosty and freezing start will give way to abundant sunshine and a sharp warmup across the Finger Lakes and Central New York on …
What would happen at Ithaca College under sweeping proposed changes?
Ithaca College is considering three broader schools that would regroup business, communication, sciences and the arts while retaining existing degree programs initially. The …
Russian national extradited to Albany in sanctions-evasion case
A Russian national has been extradited from Sweden to Albany to face federal charges that he helped move U.S. microelectronic components to Russia …
Cornell protesters stage mock tribunal outside trustees meeting
Protesters staged a mock tribunal outside a Cornell University trustees meeting Friday, pressing university leaders for changes in their response to sexual assault allegations …
Blakeman says he would consider statewide use of police camera technology
Republican gubernatorial candidate Bruce Blakeman said he would consider using police surveillance technology more widely across New York if it proves effective, …
Waterloo man charged after victim suffers fractured nose, ribs
A Waterloo man faces felony assault charges after police said he injured another person in two separate incidents earlier this month. Shawn Standbrook, …
Waterloo man charged with menacing after reported ax threat
A Waterloo man faces two misdemeanor charges after authorities said he threatened another person with a small ax and a wooden stick …
Wayne County sheriff reminds drivers to stop for school buses
The Wayne County Sheriff's Office is reminding drivers to stop for school buses with flashing red lights ahead of National School Bus Safety …
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Syracuse football plagued by second-half turnovers in home loss to Louisville (full coverage)
Syracuse football couldn't overcome three costly second-half turnovers Saturday, falling 34-26 to Louisville at the JMA Wireless Dome. The Orange dropped to 2-4 overall, while the Cardinals improved to 4-3. Syracuse opened with a 10-0 lead … Read More: Syracuse football plagued by second-half turnovers in home loss to Louisville (full coverage)
BILLS GAME DAY: Buffalo heads to Las Vegas to face Raiders (preview)
The Buffalo Bills head west to face the Las Vegas Raiders today, with kickoff set for 4:25 p.m. Eastern Time at Allegiant Stadium and the game airing on CBS. Buffalo enters Week 6 at 4-1 after earning a thrilling … Read More: BILLS GAME DAY: Buffalo heads to Las Vegas to face Raiders (preview)
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HWS student-life leader to join mental health panel in Rochester
Hobart and William Smith Colleges’ student-life leader will join a free college mental health event open to the public Thursday, Oct. 22, at The Little Theatre in Rochester. Becca Morris, HWS’ vice president for … Read More: HWS student-life leader to join mental health panel in Rochester
NATIONAL INTEREST
New York senators criticize Trump waiver of Russia sanctions law
New York Sens. Chuck Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand criticized President Donald Trump's decision to waive duties and sanctions under a newly enacted Russia and Iran law, saying the move weakens pressure on Moscow. The Oct. 16 … Read More: New York senators criticize Trump waiver of Russia sanctions law
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CONNECTIONS: Harry Bronson and Alissa Ellman discuss their campaigns (podcast)
WXXI's Connections with Evan Dawson will feature state Assemblymember Harry Bronson, who is seeking re-election in the 138th Assembly District, and Alissa Ellman, who is challenging Rep. Claudia Tenney in the 24th Congressional District. The two candidate … Launch Stream: CONNECTIONS: Harry Bronson and Alissa Ellman discuss their campaigns (podcast)
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