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Cheshire Fire Department places Marine 4 in service for busy Canandaigua Lake season
As boating season ramps up on Canandaigua Lake, emergency responders are signaling they’re ready for what comes next. The Cheshire Fire Department announced that its Marine 4 unit is now officially in service for 2026, ... more
New details emerge as Geneva murder investigation unfolds
What began as a missing person case late Friday quickly escalated into a homicide investigation after a Farmington man was found dead inside a Geneva motel room — and within 48 hours, a suspect was ... more
Rising Seneca Lake water levels prompt flood concerns, regional response efforts
Water levels on Seneca Lake have surged this spring, raising concerns about flooding, shoreline damage, and the region’s ability to manage increasingly volatile conditions. The Seneca Lake Pure Waters Association says recent rainfall and saturated ... more
Victor Fire District adopts new firefighting additive aimed at lithium-ion battery risks
A new approach to tackling one of the fire service’s fastest-growing hazards is being put into practice locally. DiVal Safety announced that the Victor Fire District is among the first in the country to implement ... more
Fox to fill Ward 1 vacancy on Canandaigua City Council
Canandaigua City Council is expected to return to full strength Monday with the appointment of a new Ward 1 representative. Teale Fox has been selected to fill the vacancy left by Michael Mills, who resigned ... more
Seneca7 relay returns April 26, drivers urged to use caution around Seneca Lake
One of the Finger Lakes’ largest running events is set to return later this month, bringing hundreds of runners and increased traffic around Seneca Lake. The Seneca7, a 77.7-mile relay race, will take place Sunday, ... more
Wayne-Finger Lakes high school sports: April 18 scoreboard
A record-setting performance and several clutch outings stood out across Saturday's Wayne-Finger Lakes spring sports action. In boys lacrosse, Miles Ditzell totaled seven points to lead Penn Yan, while Sam Underhill scored five goals for ... more
Ontario County DA’s Office marks Crime Victims’ Rights Week with memorial tribute
The Ontario County District Attorney’s Office is recognizing National Crime Victims’ Rights Week with a renewed focus on supporting victims and a local memorial marking lives lost to impaired driving. Observed April 19–25, the national ... more
Hobart lacrosse falls in double overtime after early lead slips away against UMass
The Hobart Statesmen lacrosse team fell to the Massachusetts Minutemen, 13-12, in double overtime on Saturday afternoon at Urick Stadium, as a late goal capped a comeback and handed Hobart a tough loss. Despite building a commanding early ... more
Canandaigua town judge suspended as appeals court reviews removal recommendation
A Canandaigua Town Court judge has been suspended while New York’s highest court considers whether he should be permanently removed from the bench over findings that he used a racial slur and engaged in other ... more
William Smith lacrosse clinches Liberty League title as Phillips earns 300th win
The William Smith Herons lacrosse team defeated the Union Garnet Chargers, 12-7, on Saturday afternoon at Urick Stadium, clinching the Liberty League regular-season title while Head Coach Anne Phillips earned her 300th career victory. With the win, seventh-ranked ... more
Hiker rescued after fall in Naples gully at High Tor Wildlife Management Area
A Rochester hiker was rescued last week after falling into a steep gully at High Tor Wildlife Management Area in Naples, prompting a multi-agency rope rescue response. The incident unfolded around 6:34 p.m. on April ... more
Canandaigua fire leaves two-story home uninhabitable
A structure fire in Canandaigua on April 15 left a two-story home uninhabitable after crews battled heavy smoke and fire conditions inside the residence. Emergency responders were called to 131 Thad Chapin Street around 6:20 ... more
South Bristol launches community conversations series with broadband panel
Town officials in South Bristol are launching a new public forum series aimed at tackling some of the community’s most pressing challenges, starting with broadband access. The first event, titled “How Can South Bristol Expand ... more
Wayne-Finger Lakes high school sports: April 17 scoreboard
A mix of big offensive performances, strong pitching, and a milestone effort defined Friday’s Wayne-Finger Lakes spring sports slate. In boys lacrosse, Ryland and Jack Dunham each totaled five goals and two assists to power ... more
Police recover cocaine, ammunition in Geneva apartment raid
A no-knock search warrant executed early Friday morning in Geneva led to the discovery of drugs and ammunition, according to police. Members of the Geneva Police Department’s Detective Bureau, working alongside the Ontario County SWAT ... more
William Smith lacrosse rolls past RPI as Falco, Grottenthaler reach 100-point milestone
The William Smith Herons lacrosse team defeated the Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Engineers, 19-6, on Friday evening at Urick Stadium, improving to 13-2 overall and remaining unbeaten in Liberty League play at 9-0. The dominant win was highlighted by ... more
Historic Ontario County factory reborn as buzzing brewery destination
A crumbling 1800s factory along a rushing waterway is turning into a brewery and restaurant, as Wheel Works Brewing Co. prepares to open this summer, according to the Democrat and Chronicle. Owners Ken Johnson and ... more
FLX WEEKEND WEATHER: Stormy Saturday gives way to cold, possible snow
A dramatic spring weather swing is set to impact the Finger Lakes and Central New York this weekend, with summer-like warmth and thunderstorms Saturday quickly giving way to a much colder pattern that could even ... more
