Author: Samantha Parish

Sometimes it's hard to figure out what exactly to get someone who seems to have everything, but if you know a True Crime lover, they should get at least one thing on … more: 8 gifts for every True Crime lover

True Crime Brought To Light is a TikTok account that focuses on various types of true crime and current events, garnering 1.2 million followers. FingerLakes1.com was able to speak with the creator, … more: EXCLUSIVE: Ethan with True Crime Brought To Light shares journey surrounding popular TikTok account

Data shows that private sector jobs in New York have risen by 19,600, or 0.2%, for November of 2022 according to the Department of Labor. The overall number in the United … more: 19,600 private sector jobs added in November 2022

Research shows that Bitcoin was the most Googled form of cryptocurrencies in the year 2022. Personal finance experts at DollarGeek analyzed Google searches for a collection of cryptocurrencies to see which were … more: What were the most searched for cryptocurrencies in 2022?

Governor Kathy Hochul unveiled the "New York State Licensed Cannabis Dispensary" verification tool that will be posted in the windows of legally licensed retail dispensaries, which are set to begin opening before the … more: State unveils cannabis dispensary license logo for authorized retailers

The state announced five transformational projects in the Village of Newark as part of the $10 million Downtown Revitalization Initiative Award. The awards encourage a sense of place where residents and visitors can … more: Five transformative projects unveiled as part of Newark’s $10M DRI victory

The New York Power Authority Board of Trustees has approved economic development awards to 25 companies that will support more than 12,000 jobs. In addition it will spur over $410 million in capital … more: Economic development awards support over 12,000 jobs and bring in $410 million in capital investments

Over $412 million has been secured by New York State in federal funding to go toward HEAP this winter. Assistance for home heating increased by 30% over the last winter for households … more: $63 million to go toward home energy assistance payments in New York

The headquarters for North American Pandora will be moving to New York City with long-term growth plans. It will also bring in 133 new full-time jobs. Pandora, the largest jewelry brand in the … more: Pandora to relocate North American headquarters to New York City

It was recently announced that Attorney General Letitia James' office was suing The Villages nursing home in Orleans County. It's alleged that the owners of The Villages misused more that $18 million in … more: EXCLUSIVE: People speak out regarding conditions at The Villages nursing home following AG James’ lawsuit

Governor Kathy Hochul has signed legislation that would make electric space heaters safer inside homes. The new law will require all electric space heaters to have thermostats, automatic shut-offs, and additional testing and … more: New law will improve safety standard for electric space heaters

Governor Kathy Hochul has released the findings from the Department of Financial Services Redlining Report for Long Island, Rochester and Syracuse. The report was done to help the effort to combat housing … more: Redlining Report released for Long Island, Rochester, Syracuse

Inflation in the US is at a record high of 7.7%, which affects all sectors including fast-food restaurants. Price comparison experts at Pricelisto.com have analyzed data from September 2021 to October 2022 … more: Fast food chains that have seen the most inflation in their menus

A new study has revealed which states are the most travel obsessed in the U.S. Research completed with vacation experts from Family Destinations Guide have analyzed Google Trends data from the … more: New York ranked as one of the most travel obsessed states

New York Attorney General Letitia James has ended an agreement between Marks Homecare and another home care company that was entirely illegal. The agreement prevented patients and their caregivers from moving to a … more: Attorney General ends illegal agreement between home care companies

A local meal delivery startup in Phelps offers customers a unique experience when it comes to dinner. Tom and Erika Carpenter started their business, The Love Handles Eatery, out of their home. … more: Love Handles Eatery offers unique meal delivery service in Ontario County and beyond

Mike Arterburn was a police officer for 23 years at Louisville metro before he became a viral sensation on the popular app TikTok.  At the medium sized police department, Arterburn focused on … more: Exclusive Interview: Mike Arterburn, retired police officer turned viral TikToker shares safety tips with millions

Basil Seggos, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner, announced a $567,500 award that would go toward zero-emission vehicles in the state. Municipalities that receive the funds will be … more: DEC awards $567,500 to local governments for zero-emission vehicles

A new study recently looked at the states within the U.S. and which had the most residents obsessed with fast food. Nebraska was revealed as the state the most obsessed, followed by … more: New study shows which states are obsessed with fast food