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Traffic stop leads to impaired driving arrest in Horseheads
State police arrested an Elmira driver following a traffic stop on Lake Street in Horseheads. According to police, Bryan Campbell, 61, was found to be impaired after showing signs of intoxication during a traffic stop ... more
Finger Lakes will get $370K to safeguard water quality and soil health
The Finger Lakes region in New York is set to benefit from a $370,000 investment from the state to safeguard water quality and maintain soil health. The funding, sourced from the State’s Environmental Protection Fund, ... more
Fire Warning activated by NWS ahead of dry stretch
The National Weather Service in Binghamton has issued a Fire Weather Watch for the afternoon and evening of Friday, April 7th, following a prolonged period of damp weather. The imminent stretch of dry conditions, coupled ... more
T.G.I. Friday’s in Big Flats shuts down without warning: Employees left scrambling
It came without warning, but a popular restaurant in Big Flats has shut down. Employees of the T.G.I. Friday's restaurant shut down without warning this week. It happened after Monday's day of business, giving workers ... more
SEVERE WEATHER THREAT: Thunderstorms with damaging winds forecasted this afternoon
It starts out chilly this morning, but temperatures will quickly jump - some 30 degrees over the next 4-5 hours - heating up the atmosphere and setting the stage for severe weather. The National Weather ... more
Troopers make felony DWI arrest after single-vehicle crash
State police arrested an Elmira resident following a call to a single vehicle off the road. A man, who was assisting removing the vehicle from the road caused an accident with another vehicle. When troopers ... more
Which Tops grocery stores locations in the Finger Lakes are getting remodeled?
Since news last week that additional Tops Friendly Markets stores were getting refreshed, with plans to eventually remodel most locations many readers from around the Finger Lakes and Central New York reached out with one ... more
Elmira woman arrested for bomb threat at Horseheads daycare
Police have arrested Kendra Nichols, a 26-year-old Elmira woman, for allegedly making a bomb threat against a daycare center in Horseheads where she previously worked. The threat was directed towards Amy’s Sunshine Center on W ... more
Gusty winds, strong thunderstorms possible this afternoon across Finger Lakes
Despite clearing skies and warming temperatures this morning it's going to be an active weather day across the Finger Lakes and Central New York. It will likely feel like mid-spring as you step outside, but ... more
Ready for Girl Scout cookies? Season officially underway with booths across the Finger Lakes and Central New York
Girl Scouts are preparing for the start of booth sales as the 2023 Girl Scout Cookie Program comes to a close. From April 1-23, the public can locate booths by entering their zip code on ... more
One pleads guilty in regional marijuana sticker shop case: Elmira man faces jail time as others face prosecution in Yates County Court
At least one person will spend time behind bars after a lengthy investigation and court case involving a 'marijuana sticker shop'. Six people faced charges after 110 pounds of marijuana and $250,000 in cash from ... more
NWS: Strong winds, power outages possible overnight
Power outages were reported across the Finger Lakes and Central New York during the afternoon and evening hours. The National Weather Service activated high wind warnings and wind advisories as gusts in excess of 45 ... more
EXCLUSIVE: CEO of Finger Lakes Tourism Alliance opens up about region getting national distinction (video)
Earlier this month Meghan Lawton took the helm as leader of the Finger Lakes Tourism Alliance. For more than a dozen years, Lawton worked through an array of roles in the tourism space. As CEO ... more
Tops Markets undergo major renovations: Company plans big changes at all locations
Tops Friendly Markets has recently undergone a major transformation and is now Tops Remodeled Markets. The Williamsville-based grocer has invested significantly to modernize its 149 locations, with refurbishing completed in 31 stores in Western New ... more
New Yorkers pay high taxes, then told local governments should consolidate to save: Does it have to be that way?
Taxpayers in New York pay some of the highest rates in the U.S. But do they enjoy an equally high return on that investment? Tax Day is April 18, and 73% of taxpayers think the ... more
Maple Weekend continuing March 25-26: Where to find local promotions?
If you missed Maple Weekend this past weekend because of the St. Patrick's Day holiday you're in luck! Late last week, Gov. Kathy Hochul issued a proclamation declaring March 18-19 and 25-26 as Maple Weekends ... more
Gas prices continue decline: Where is the cheapest fuel in the Finger Lakes or Central New York?
The price of gas continues to decline slightly, according to AAA. The average price of a gallon of gas in Rochester, Ithaca, and Syracuse was down one and two cents respectively from last week's assessment ... more
Counties could take legal action if NYS budget includes Medicaid cost shift
County leaders across New York State are relieved that the Legislature rejected Gov. Kathy Hochul's budget proposal to withhold expanded federal Medicaid aid from localities, a move that would have cost them millions of dollars ... more
Local Tops workers get new union contract including health insurance and pay raises
United Food and Commercial Workers (UFCW) District Union Local One, representing 9,000 Tops Markets employees across stores in Auburn, Elbridge, and Skaneateles, confirmed on Thursday that a new contract has been overwhelmingly ratified. The deal, ... more
