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Volunteers across Newark will come together next month for a village-wide cleanup and beautification effort as Community Pride Day returns for its 20th year. The annual “Color Our Community with Pride” event is scheduled for ... more

Two sisters who have spent years pushing each other to succeed have earned the top academic honors for the Waterloo High School Class of 2026. Anna Olsowske was named valedictorian and Rachel Olsowske salutatorian, capping ... more

Car, truck and motorcycle enthusiasts will gather in Seneca Falls next month as the 318 Spring Fling “Dust Them Off” show returns for a full day of vehicles, vendors and community activity. The event is ... more

A new partnership between Tompkins Cortland Community College and Ithaca College aims to simplify the path from associate to bachelor’s degrees, offering students guaranteed admission to both institutions from the start. The dual admission agreement ... more

Students and staff at North Rose-Wolcott High School marked a major milestone in local history this week, celebrating the 200th anniversary of several area towns during a special Founder’s Day assembly. The April 9 event ... more

Right to Run event organizers Daniele Bonafiglia and Judy Wentzel are in-studio to discuss this year's event in Seneca Falls coming up on Mother's Day, May 9th. Get more information and sign up at https://righttorun.org ... more

Rushing water and floating debris have shut down a 50-year tradition before it even begins, according to Finger Lakes Daily News. Organizers canceled this year’s Shortsville Wild Water Derby after water levels in the Canandaigua ... more

Gym rugs and jerseys tied to a retired mascot are about to hit the auction block, giving locals a shot at owning a piece of school history, according to Finger Lakes Daily News. Weedsport Central ... more

Two physicians serving the Finger Lakes and Greater Rochester region have been recognized for their leadership and patient care as part of Rochester Regional Health’s annual Physician Excellence Awards. The honors, presented each year around ... more

Two new deputies are joining the ranks of the Seneca County Sheriff’s Office after completing more than 1,000 hours of law enforcement training. The Southern Tier Law Enforcement Academy held its graduation ceremony this week ... more

A group of international students is spending the semester at Keuka College, continuing a long-running partnership aimed at blending academic study with cultural exchange. College officials say 24 students from Vietnam National University–International School arrived ... more

CANANDAIGUA — A Canandaigua woman with a decade of service in senior living has been recognized among the best in New York for her work supporting older adults. Melanie Eisenberg, a receptionist at Ferris Hills ... more

A leaf-filled run through a charming Finger Lakes city just earned national bragging rights, according to Syracuse.com. The Williams Toyota Wineglass 5K in Corning ranked No. 7 on USA Today’s 2026 10Best list. It’s the ... more

Two physicians serving the Finger Lakes region are being recognized for their leadership and commitment to patient care, Rochester Regional Health announced this week. Dr. James Cullinan, chair of emergency medicine at Newark-Wayne Community Hospital, ... more

A revived campus tradition is set to return later this month, as Hobart and William Smith Colleges prepare to host Folk Fest on April 26 at Bristol Lawn. The event, organized by HWS Student Government, ... more

After nearly three decades as a steady voice in local government, Dryden’s longtime town clerk is stepping down, according to The Tompkins Weekly. Bambi Avery will retire April 30 after serving as clerk since 1998 ... more

Local agencies are teaming up to give young people a firsthand look at careers in law enforcement and public safety through a community-focused career day event this week. The Community Justice Center, Ithaca Youth Bureau’s ... more

Sourcing hats in bulk shouldn't be complicated. But with dozens of wholesalers out there, choosing the wrong one costs you time, money, and headaches. Whether you need premium leather cowboy hats or affordable blank snapbacks, ... more

CANANDAIGUA — A simple flag-raising at F.F. Thompson Hospital is meant to spark a powerful conversation this month about the lifesaving impact of organ donation. UR Medicine Thompson Health is marking National Donate Life Month ... more