INSIDE THE FLX: Ray Ciancaglini hosts a benefit dinner for the Geneva Fire Department (podcast)
Many people know Ray Ciancaglini from his Second Impact Foundation, devoted to raising awareness of and preventing head injuries in young athletes. Ray knows the issue firsthand, after suffering permanent damage from consecutive blows to ... more
Volunteers needed to drive Yates County veterans to medical appointments
The Yates County Veterans Service Agency is looking for volunteer drivers. County provides free ride service to veterans Yates County Administrator Nonie Flynn says the county offers a free program in which volunteer drivers use ... more
Parrott Hall: Bridging the gap between Geneva past and present
The first phase of construction on Parrott Hall in Geneva is nearing its completion. There’s still a long way to go until the historic structure is open for use, said Friends of Parrott Hall Chair ... more
New Advisory Board member at the Geneva Salvation Army
Debra Damick was recently appointed to The Salvation Army of Geneva’s growing Advisory Board. Debra is a Geneva native and was a registered Dental Hygienist for 46 years before her retirement. For the past 39 ... more
INSIDE THE FLX: Geneva Library book sale almost here and an authors’ forum in October (podcast)
In this episode, we talk with Spike Herzig and Deb Brewer from the Foundation for the Geneva Public Library, the library's fundraising arm. The foundation has raised nearly $200,000 over the years for library materials ... more
St. Peter’s Community Arts Academy is recipient of four grants
St. Peter’s Community Arts Academy (SPCAA) recently received four grants that will positively impact several aspects of the Academy’s well being. This year, the Wyckoff Family Foundation Grant, which is restricted to use for scholarship ... more
INSIDE THE FLX: Cancer Community Rochester Heroes Ball honors those who support cancer patients and their families (podcast)
In this episode, we talk with Cancer Community Rochester CEO Jim Love about the Heroes Ball on October 7 at Woodcliff Hotel and Spa. Friday, October 7, 2022Woodcliff Hotel & Spa – event tent 5:30 ... more
Construction of Auburn skate park delayed, funding will be shifted to sidewalk, curb repairs
Construction of a new skate park at Casey Park in Auburn has been delayed. CDBG rules force shifting of skate park funds Construction is now scheduled to begin next spring because the city has been ... more
INSIDE THE FLX: Auburn City Clerk Chuck Mason; keys to the city, Park Ranger retiring, skate park construction delayed (podcast)
In this episode, it's our weekly visit with Auburn City Clerk Chuck Mason and City Council recap. Two keys to the city were presented by Mayor Quill connected with the Kate and Harry Freeman International ... more
INSIDE THE FLX: Geneva Town Supervisor Mark Venuti; preliminary budget, cost estimate for charging station, working with Cornell students (podcast)
In this episode, we talk with Geneva Town Supervisor Mark Venuti and get a recap of this week's Town Board meeting. The Supervisor has submitted his proposed budget to the Town Board. A special meeting ... more
VETCON: Combat-disabled veterans forge business ties at annual event in Albany
A conference is happening this November to connect New York's service-disabled veteran small business owners with major players in their industry. The annual Veterans in Economic Transition Conference, or VETCON, will return to the Crowne ... more
INSIDE THE FLX: Cookies Untapped, a Girl Scout cookie and NY craft beer pairing event October 7 in Syracuse (podcast)
In this episode, we talk with Jaime Alvarez with the Girl Scouts NYPENN Pathways Council, covering 26 counties in central New York and northern Pennsylvania. The council holds its first-ever Girl Scout cookie and craft ... more
Foundation soliciting book donations for Geneva Library fall book sale
The Foundation for the Geneva Public Library is looking for book donations for its fall book sale. Foundation raises money for library programs, materials The sale takes place in the Community Room at the library ... more
INSIDE THE FLX: Spike Herzig, Geneva Public Library Foundation; got books? Donate them to the fall book sale (podcast)
In this episode, we talk with Spike Herzig with the Foundation for the Geneva Public Library. The Foundation is the fundraising arm of the library. It’s raised nearly $200,000 over the years for library programs ... more
Geneva Center of Concern expanding its food pantry
The Geneva Center of Concern is expanding the size of its food pantry by 800 square feet. With increased demand, pantry has outgrown its space Center of Concern Board President Mike Osborne told the Finger ... more
INSIDE THE FLX: CNY Tomatofest preview with Gilda Brower (podcast)
In this episode, we talk with Gilda Brower, who’s been involved with the CNY Tomatofest in Auburn for 25 of its 37 years. This year's event is set for Saturday, September 10 in Auburn. Tomatofest ... more
Village of Rushville hosts first-ever Party in the Park (photos)
The village of Rushville held its first-ever Party in the Park at the Village Park on Warren St. on Saturday. The event featured free food cooked and served by the Rushville Lions Club, Rich, the ... more
Law enforcement challenges Auburn Community Hospital to food drive
It's Auburn and Cayuga County law enforcement against Auburn Community Hospital and the winner is... hungry people throughout the county. Collected food will go to Tomatofest volunteers Cayuga County Sheriff Brian Schenck says he and ... more
Geneva half marathon organizers thank “rock star” volunteers (photo)
Another Geneva Half Marathon is in the books. Event began as a way to give back to the community The 13.1-mile run around the Seneca Lakefront took place Saturday, August 13. Sarah Heieck says she ... more
