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Tyrone man charged with promoting prison contraband
A Schuyler County inmate faces a new felony charge after allegedly possessing a dangerous controlled substance while in custody, according to the Sheriff’s Office. Steven Brockway, 64, of Tyrone, was arrested June 6 and charged ... 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
Dundee man hospitalized after pickup truck goes airborne in Schuyler County
The Schuyler County Sheriff's Office says they're investigating a serious accident that happened around 2 p.m. on Sunday along County Route 23. First responders were called to County Route 23 after a pickup truck left ... more
Longtime Schuyler Sheriff Michael Maloney dies at 82
Former Schuyler County Sheriff Michael Maloney has passed away at the age of 82. Maloney began his career in law enforcement in 1968 and was appointed undersheriff three years later. He would go on to ... more
Dundee woman charged with trespassing
A Dundee woman was arrested following a trespassing incident on August 5.According to a news release, the Schuyler County Sheriff’s Office arrested Marilyn J. Baker, 76, of Dundee for trespassing. Charges allege that Baker was ... more
Schuyler County woman steals $3000 in public benefits
A Tyrone woman was arrested following a fraud investigation.According to a news release, the Schuyler County Sheriff’s Office arrested Tasha R. Morehouse West, 29, of Tyrone for grand larceny. Charges allege that Morehouse West received ... more
Rabies clinic in Schuyler County Oct. 30
Schuyler County will hold a rabies clinic for pets on Saturday, Oct. 30. The event will be at the Tyrone Fire Department from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. Cats, dogs, and ferrets can attend as ... more
Tyrone Volunteer Fire Department receives new CPR emergency kits thanks to 7-year-old boy
Members of the Tyrone Volunteer Fire Department will now have new CPR emergency kits thanks to the donations of a 7-year-old boy. Colt Wicker of Altay, raises money every year by selling popcorn and chooses ... more
Two hunters rescued from lake in Schuyler County after boat capsizes
First responders say two people had to be rescued from a small lake in Schuyler County after their boat capsized while duck hunting. They say the boat capsized between 1-1:30 p.m on Waneta Lake. First ... more
Seneca Lake-area water systems promise new data on PFAS, while state keeps tight lid on information
Blindsided a month ago by intense public alarm over reports that their public drinking water showed traces of PFAS-class chemicals, officials in Watkins Glen and Montour Falls and Waterloo confirmed last week that they are ... more
Decade old questions loom as Schuyler County Judge race moves forward
Schuyler County Attorney Steven Getman, who is running in November for Schuyler County Judge, declined last week to answer questions or provide requested documents about his role in a Seneca County scandal more than a ... more
Officials claim fears of water contamination likely overblown in Schuyler County
Pressed to respond to public alarm over a report that traces of the toxic PFAS class of chemicals had turned up in samples of local tap water, Schuyler County officials said this week they would ... more
FingerLakes1.com launches Patreon to support continued growth in local digital content
FingerLakes1.com has officially launched a Patreon Support model, for readers, viewers, and listeners who want to support our mission. For 20 years now, FingerLakes1.com has focused on delivering news and information in a unique, interactive ... more
Schuyler Hospital breaks ground on massive, two-part development project
Tuesday marked the groundbreaking ceremony for Schuyler Hospital, a member of Cayuga Health System, which kicked off the construction of a new 15,000 square foot state-of-the-art Medical Surgical inpatient unit. Phase one of the two-part ... more
Steven Getman launches campaign for Schuyler County Court Judge
County Attorney Steven Getman has officially launched his campaign for Schuyler County Court Judge. Getman is a lifelong Republican who resides in Watkins Glen and currently serves as the Schuyler County Attorney. “Our new judge ... more
Schuyler man gets weekends in jail after sexually abusing mentally disabled teen
A Tyrone man who was found guilty of sexually abusing his 13-year-old stepdaughter will spend weekends in jail, after being sentenced in Schuyler County Court before the Hon. Dennis J. Morris. Chief Assistant District Attorney ... more
THE DEBRIEF: Discussing Wayne Central BOE, controversial sentencing in Schuyler, and changes to student loans (podcast)
In less than a week petitions will begin circulating for candidates hoping to win elections this fall. While the change in election calendar and format has caught some off-guard - The Debrief Podcast gives some ... more
HEAL Schuyler works with local restaurants to offer healthy options
HEAL (Healthy Eating and Active Living) Schuyler is working with local restaurants on the new Choose HEALth program standards. The Choose HEALth, Healthy Food Choices in Schuyler County program was founded in 2015. The new ... more
Major flooding shuts down roads in Schuyler County (full coverage)
A state of emergency has been declared in Schuyler County due to flooding from extreme rainfall overnight into this morning. The following roads are closed and impassable due to damage: Shumway Road from State Route ... more
