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Schuyler to decide on school budgets, board seats today

Residents in two Schuyler County school districts head to the polls today to decide on multimillion-dollar budgets and select new Board of Education members, according to local officials. Odessa-Montour voters will weigh in on a ... more
Frost advisory issued in Finger Lakes as temperatures drop

Residents in the Finger Lakes region should prepare for potentially damaging frost as temperatures are expected to fall into the low 30s early Tuesday morning. The National Weather Service has issued a frost advisory covering ... more
Over 100 Corvettes rev up in Watkins Glen

Watkins Glen roared to life this weekend as more than 100 Corvettes rolled into town for the annual “Corvette Thunder in the Glen” festival. Car lovers packed Franklin Street on Sunday to admire the lineup, ... more
Wayne-Finger Lakes high school sports: May 16 scoreboard

Friday featured a lighter slate of Wayne-Finger Lakes high school sports, but there were still plenty of elite performances. In baseball, Jake Wolff tossed a complete game to lift Waterloo over Mynderse, while Johnny Mohammed ... more
Watkins Glen Gorge Trail reopens for 2025 season

Waterfall lovers can once again explore Watkins Glen State Park’s famed Gorge Trail, now open for 2025. The two-mile route showcases 19 waterfalls, including Rainbow Falls and Cavern Cascade, drawing thousands each year to the ... more
Watkins Glen ranked No. 2 NASCAR track in U.S.

Watkins Glen International has been named the second-best NASCAR track in the country by USA TODAY’s 10Best list, trailing only Pennsylvania’s Pocono Raceway. The ranking reflects both expert input and fan voting, spotlighting WGI's iconic ... more
Finger Lakes forecast: Muggy air, slow moving system brings showers

Warm, muggy weather will continue across the Finger Lakes and Central New York through Wednesday. A slow-moving system is pushing moisture into the region, triggering rounds of scattered showers and occasional breaks of sunshine. Scattered ... more
Hector man’s home visit prompts privacy warning

A Hector resident’s encounter with a satellite employee sparked concern after the worker requested personal details like Social Security digits, leading to a sheriff's office report. Evan Forrest suspected a scam when the worker returned ... more
Sheriff warns Seneca Lake boaters of storm hazards

Boaters on Seneca Lake should be cautious due to dangerous conditions, according to the Schuyler County Sheriff’s Office. Recent rainfall has caused higher water levels, creating strong currents and scattering debris that could pose serious ... more
Watkins Glen Waterfront Festival, regatta returns in June

The beloved Watkins Glen Waterfront Festival and Cardboard Boat Regatta will return June 14. Registration is now open for participants to craft their own cardboard boats and compete in the family-friendly race at Seneca Harbor ... more
Sunset View Creamery hosts Mother’s Day Bubbles & Boards

Sunset View Creamery is inviting families to toast the mothers in their lives with a sparkling afternoon of Bubbles & Boards this Sunday, May 11, in Odessa, NY. The event will take place from 12:00 ... more
Finger Lakes flooding update: Watches and warnings continue after heavy rain

Heavy rainfall overnight has led to widespread flooding concerns across the Finger Lakes and Central New York this morning, prompting multiple flood watches and warnings from the National Weather Service (NWS). Flood watches remain in ... more
Watkins Glen school budget hearing held ahead of May 20 vote

The Watkins Glen School District’s proposed $31.4 million budget was reviewed at Tuesday’s board meeting, according to district officials. Superintendent Kai D'Alleva and Assistant Superintendent Kyle Percey outlined the 4.12% spending increase and a slight ... more
Zonta Club celebrates 100 years of empowering women

The Watkins Glen-Montour Falls Zonta Club marked its 100th anniversary with a weekend of celebration. Founded in 1925, the group continues its original mission to advance women's rights through advocacy and community service. Over the ... more
Watkins-Montour Rotary honors top students

Two standout seniors were named Students of the Month for April by the Watkins-Montour Rotary Club, according to school officials. Emilia Rodriguez of Watkins Glen High School and Jackie Mace of Odessa-Montour High School were ... more
Montour Falls’ First Fridays returns outdoors

Montour Falls hosted its first outdoor "First Fridays on Main" of the year on May 2, welcoming crowds to Main Street for food, crafts, and live music. The event, now in its second year, aims ... more
F.L.X. Summer Fest set for July at Watkins Glen

Centralus Health and Watkins Glen International have teamed up to launch the newly rebranded F.L.X. Summer Fest, bringing food, drinks, and entertainment to the Finger Lakes from July 18-20, according to organizers. The event builds ... more
Finger Lakes Cider Trail to celebrate spring bloom May 10-11

The Finger Lakes Cider Trail is springing back to life just in time for Mother’s Day weekend. Now in its third year, the FLX Cider Trail will host a series of special events May 10-11 ... more
Schuyler County celebrates Law Day to honor justice

Schuyler County has officially proclaimed May 1 as Law Day, highlighting its commitment to fairness, freedom, and equal justice, according to County Attorney Steven Getman. Officials urged residents to reflect on civic engagement and public ... more