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Finger Lakes Land Trust seeks new director of development to lead fundraising efforts
The Finger Lakes Land Trust is seeking a new Director of Development to spearhead its fundraising and donor engagement strategies. The Ithaca-based conservation nonprofit announced the opening on April 18. The role reports directly to ... more
Antique Yard Sale to Benefit Historic Weston Schoolhouse Restoration
A beloved piece of local history is getting a new lease on life, and the community is invited to help. The Friends of Weston Schoolhouse announced a four-day Antique and Vintage Yard Sale fundraiser this ... more
Schumer Sounds Alarm in Southern Tier as Tariffs Threaten Jobs and Raise Costs Across Upstate NY
Standing at the Ward Apparatus manufacturing facility in Chemung County, U.S. Senator Chuck Schumer delivered a pointed warning: The Trump administration’s ongoing tariff war is slamming small businesses, driving up costs for essential goods, and ... more
Fire Damages Millport Home; Cause Under Investigation
A house fire in Millport severely damaged a Maiden Lane residence Wednesday afternoon, according to fire officials. The blaze, which began near the home's shed around 3:30 p.m., was brought under control within 40 minutes ... more
Lawrence Chapel Earns Historic Status, Celebration Planned
Lawrence Chapel and Cemetery in the Town of Catharine has been added to the National Register of Historic Places, joining 20 other Schuyler County sites recognized for their heritage. Built in 1880 by the influential ... more
The Cost of Crypto: How a Quiet Finger Lakes Town Became Ground Zero in a National Energy Battle
In the rolling hills of New York’s Finger Lakes — a region famed for its wineries, trout streams, and eco-tourism — an old power plant is at the center of a new and troubling trend ... more
Experts Urge TNR to Combat Growing Feral Cat Crisis
Feral cats are multiplying rapidly in communities like Watkins Glen, but experts say the solution isn’t adoption—it’s sterilization, according to experts at Cornell. Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) programs humanely control populations by spaying, vaccinating, and releasing cats ... more
CFCU rebrands as Beginnings Credit Union
After more than 70 years of serving the Finger Lakes Region, CFCU Community Credit Union is adopting a new name and brand identity. Starting July 2025, the institution will be known as Beginnings Credit Union, ... more
Schuyler Officials Wary of Tourism Decline, Eye 911 Center Grant
Schuyler County leaders are bracing for a potential drop in tourism this season, with officials warning that anything beyond a 10% decrease could trigger spending cuts, according to Monday's Legislature meeting. Legislature Chair Carl Blowers ... more
4-H Open House to Spotlight Youth Programs
Families curious about 4-H in Schuyler County will have a chance to learn more at an upcoming open house, according to the Cornell Cooperative Extension. The event is set for Saturday, April 26, from 1 ... more
Montour Falls woman sentenced to eight years for drug possession
A Montour Falls resident will spend nearly a decade in state prison after being convicted on serious drug charges. April M. Ball, 46, was sentenced to eight years behind bars and five years of parole ... more
Odessa board taps former trustee to fill vacancy
The Odessa Village Board has filled a trustee vacancy with a familiar face, appointing Kristine Gardner during its first meeting since the March election. Mayor Dustin Carnes selected Gardner to complete the final year of ... more
Meth lab dismantled, felon arrested in Schuyler County drug raid
A multi-agency operation led by New York State Police uncovered a methamphetamine lab and seized a stockpile of drugs and manufacturing materials in Schuyler County last week, resulting in the arrest of a convicted felon ... more
Finger Lakes weather: Winter isn’t done this week
Winter isn’t done with the Finger Lakes just yet. After a relatively mild start to the week, a powerful cold front is set to slam the region late Monday, ushering in a sharp return to ... more
Green tech takes center stage at Watkins Glen
Fuel efficiency—not speed—led the pack at Watkins Glen International during the 21st annual Toyota Green Grand Prix, according to WETM. The event welcomed college students and eco-conscious drivers to test fuel-saving strategies on the famed ... more
Schuyler deputies step up patrols for distracted driving crackdown
As April marks Distracted Driving Awareness Month, law enforcement across New York—including in Schuyler County—is intensifying efforts to curb crashes caused by phone use behind the wheel. Sheriff Kevin Rumsey says social media scrolling is ... more
Odessa mayor reflects on legacy of transformation as term ends
Outgoing Mayor Gerry Messmer wrapped up his seven-year tenure with a final message to residents that highlighted sweeping changes and thanked the team that helped him lead Odessa through a period of major transformation. In ... more
ADA-friendly playground nears completion in Watkins Glen
A new accessible playground at Clute Park in Watkins Glen is just weeks away from completion, according to WENY. Mayor Laurie DeNardo shared updates showing the pirate ship-themed equipment already in place, designed for inclusive ... more
Odessa-Montour opens free food center for students and staff
Odessa-Montour Central School has launched the Grizzly Grub Hub, a free food and essentials center inside its junior-senior high school, in partnership with the Food Bank of the Southern Tier. Open nearly every school period, ... more
