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Auburn weighs tax relief outreach, major infrastructure financing, and potential $14M federal credit (video)
A routine work session turned into a wide-ranging discussion about taxes, infrastructure spending, and federal clean-energy incentives as Auburn City Council members worked through a packed Feb. 12 agenda that blended public concerns with long-term financial planning. At the center of the night were three major themes: whether more seniors should qualify ... FULL STORY
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DEBRIEF: Community planning isn’t an accident (podcast)
How's your town or village handling its future? On this episode of The Debrief - Jackie Augustine and Josh Durso talk about debates shaking out in the Finger Lakes around ... LAUNCH STREAM
HEADLINE NEWS
Few details released after Macedon assault investigation
Two Macedon men face charges after what police described only as the “same event,” but authorities shared few details about what led to a felony assault charge. Town of Macedon Police announced the arrests in a brief social ... Read More
Bath man arrested after door kicked in on Chestnut Street
A late-night trespassing call in Bath led to an arrest days later after police say a man kicked in a front door and entered a home. Police arrested Dylan M. Henry, 34, of Bath, around 2:18 a.m. February ... Read More
Yates County crash leads to DWI arrest
Deputies responding to a crash in the Town of Italy say they found the driver showing signs of intoxication. The Yates County Sheriff’s Office arrested Sylvia Vanhousen, 65, of Naples, around 8:47 p.m. February ...
Traffic stop on I-390 leads to drug, forgery arrest
A routine traffic stop on Interstate 390 turned into a drug, forgery, and fugitive arrest after troopers say a vehicle displayed a fake temporary permit. State Police arrested Brian A. Lopez, 29, of Rochester, ...
Driver hits ditch, speeds off before Waterloo arrest
A late-night traffic stop ended in a snow-filled ditch after police say a driver sped off and tried to outrun officers in Waterloo. Police arrested Eric D. Wilson, 36, of Columbia, Maryland, around 12:25 ...
Shoplifting arrest leads to foot chase at Eastview Mall
Deputies say a suspected shoplifter tried to run through Eastview Mall before they caught him near Target. The Ontario County Sheriff’s Office arrested Daniel M. Belman, 26, of Rochester, at 1:30 p.m. February 13 ...
Ontario inmate faces new larceny charge
Deputies say a Rochester man already in custody now faces another petit larceny charge tied to an earlier investigation in Victor. The Ontario County Sheriff’s Office arrested Jose Alexis Gonzales Martinez, 38, at 12:12 ...
Springwater driver charged after crashing in ditch
A vehicle ended up in a ditch along State Route 15A early Friday morning, leading to drug-related driving charges, deputies say. The Ontario County Sheriff’s Office arrested Ryan W. Folts, 37, of Springwater, around ...
DEC seeks input on Montezuma access plan
State officials want to overhaul how people use Northern Montezuma Wildlife Management Area, from where they park to how they reach viewing platforms and boat launches. The state Department of Environmental Conservation has released ...
Canandaigua women arrested after 10 animals seized
Deputies charged two Canandaigua women after authorities executed a search warrant at a Hopewell home and removed multiple animals. Linda L. Kline, 81, and Rosalie L. Kline, 48, both of Crabapple Drive in Canandaigua, ...
New therapy practice opens in Port Byron
A new mental health practice has opened its doors in northern Cayuga County, aiming to expand access to counseling and holistic care. Brave North Therapy began seeing clients Jan. 2 at 2211 State Route ...
New DMV rules target dangerous drivers
New York drivers convicted of reckless, impaired or high-speed driving will soon rack up more points — and lose their licenses faster — according to the Times Union. The updated DMV system takes effect ...
Thruway in CNY, FLX set for chip boom
A stretch of Interstate 90 is racing toward “semiconductor superhighway” status, with 25% of America’s advanced microchips expected along the corridor within five years, according to Spectrum News 1. New York already hosts more ...
Walworth man charged with rape
Investigators arrested a Walworth man after a months-long investigation into allegations involving a juvenile under 14. Christian Robbie Lynn, 20, of Wildflower Drive in Walworth, faces multiple felony charges, including rape in the first ...
Large fire in Lyons destroys multi-story building
Firefighters from multiple districts battled an early-morning structure fire Friday at a multi-unit residential building in the town of Lyons. Emergency crews were dispatched around 3:30 a.m. to 78 Water St. Initial reports from ...
Homeless man arrested twice in Canandaigua-area after domestic incident
Deputies took a 34-year-old man into custody after a domestic incident investigation tied to a Canandaigua motel. Rafael Nieves-Cruz, who is listed as homeless, faces multiple charges including criminal contempt and aggravated family offense ...
Ra names Assembly GOP leadership team
With budget talks underway in Albany, Assembly Minority Leader Ed Ra has picked his leadership team for 2026. Ra, a Republican from Franklin Square, announced the Assembly Minority Conference appointments Friday, saying the group ...
Geneva man charged with DWI
Deputies arrested a Geneva man after investigating a vehicle and traffic complaint in Lyons. Dale R. Frey, 49, of Lenox Road in the Town of Geneva, faces charges of driving while intoxicated and aggravated ...
SPORTS
Nate Kingz’s last-second layup lifts Syracuse over SMU (full coverage)
Syracuse men’s basketball erased double-digit deficits in both halves to secure a 79-78 victory over SMU on Saturday afternoon at the JMA Wireless Dome, earning its second consecutive win. The Orange (15-11, 6-7 ACC) trailed by as many as 12 ... Read More
FLX LIVING
Thompson urgent care expands hours
Getting evening and weekend care in Ontario and Wayne counties is about to get easier. All three of UR Medicine Thompson Health’s urgent care centers will expand their hours starting Sunday, Feb. 22. Beginning that day, the Canandaigua, ... Read More
NATIONAL INTEREST
Gas prices edge up before holiday
Drivers will likely pay a little more at the pump heading into the holiday weekend. AAA reports the national average price for a gallon of regular gas climbed a few cents over the past week to $2.94. As ... Read More
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FL1 SPORTS: Super Bowl LX Recap, Sports Grab Bag (podcast)
The Seattle Seahawks took home the NFL crown on Sunday. The guys recap the game and share their thoughts on the season. Syracuse picked up a win in double OT against Cal. The guys discuss what is now ahead for ... Launch Stream
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