Seneca County

UPDATE: FingerLakes1.com requested the Cayuga Nation release the video footage associated with the below images. The request was declined. The Clint Halftown-led faction of the Cayuga Nation released photos they say depict the interior of ... more

The Seneca County Industrial Development Agency has given initial approval for aid to Wilkins RV for a proposed store in Junius. The Board of Directors gave approve to an application for financial aid to Wilkins, ... more

The Cayuga Nation under federal representative Clint Halftown demolished three structures in Seneca County on Wednesday afternoon. “It’s just heartbreaking to see it happen," Nation member Leanna Young said Friday. "And it’s really discouraging to ... more

Melissa Sherman MSN, FNP-C has joined Seneca Family Health Center, 367A East Main Street in Waterloo. She is joining the dedicated and talented team of primary care providers Sixto Medina, M.D., Eric Shives, M.D., Christina ... more

One more day of heat for the Finger Lakes and Central New York. After several days in a row of hot, humid weather relief is in sight. The National Weather Service has activated a heat ... more

The U.S. economy has been hit hard by inflation. Families in New York are struggling to pay for food, and local food pantries are feeling the pressure. COVID and supply chain disruptions kickstarted inflationary pressures ... more

After weathering the uncertainties of the COVID pandemic, we are now facing record levels of inflation, including record high gas prices. The higher costs facing consumers and farmers alike all have impacts on farmers markets ... more

A Seneca Falls woman was charged while being taken into custody on a bench warrant. According to a news release, the Seneca Falls Police Department arrested Shaniqura N. Bailey, 29, of Seneca Falls for resisting ... more

The U.S. Drought Monitor says conditions have remained about the same for most of the Finger Lakes and Central New York. In its weekly update released August 4, the Drought Monitor noted that several counties ... more

A Seneca Falls woman was arrested on a new charge while entering court on Thursday. According to a news release, the Seneca Falls Police Department arrested Catina Y. Overbaugh, 48, of Seneca Falls for criminal ... more

By a 3-2 vote, the Seneca Falls Town Board authorized its landfill committee to negotiate a new host community agreement with Seneca Meadows Landfill. Talks would begin before DEC considers permit renewal The Finger Lakes ... more

Sheriff Tim Luce provided an update on the demolition of Cayuga Nation-owned properties in Seneca County on Wednesday. On August 3rd, 2022, at about 5:58 p.m. deputies were dispatched to 2778 County Road 124 in ... more

It is the height of the produce growing season in the Finger Lakes! Peaches, tomatoes, berries, and vegetables are in abundance in gardens, Farmers' Markets, and at the produce stands. Perhaps, you have some beef ... more

Undersheriff Steve Smith is retiring, but a familiar face in local law enforcement will be assuming his vacated role. Sheriff Brian Schenck, who leads the Cayuga County Sheriff's Office, confirmed the news in a press ... more

UPDATE: Sheriff Luce: County Road 124 shut down for two hours during Cayuga Nation demolition, standoff between opposing factions The Cayuga Nation demolished three structures in Seneca County on Wednesday afternoon. The two properties at ... more

Sweet Acres Creamery opened its new flagship store about three weeks ago, but co-owner Jerry Stewart says he and his partners have been working toward this for five years. "We started out in home delivery ... more

Seneca County Arts Council's Artwork Gallery Artist for the Month of August is Geri Mormile. Geri is the mother of council member photographer, Kerry Nephew.  Geri painted from her early twenties until her eighties when she ... more

A Waterloo woman was arrested after troopers observed a disabled vehicle Monday night.According to a news release, State Police arrested a Jillian R. Mills, 20, of Waterloo for driving while intoxicated. Troopers observed the disabled ... more

Police say a Waterloo man was arrested following a report of theft on Tuesday. According to a news release, the Seneca Falls Police Department arrested Brian E. MacGill, 49, of Waterloo for petit larceny. It ... more

With the seasonal migration of waterfowl to their northern breeding grounds getting underway, the lack of rain in many parts of the Finger Lakes shouldn't be a concern. Water levels in wetland areas monitored for ... more

Generations Bank welcomes Rick Newman as the community event coordinator, a new position created as part of Generations Bank’s commitment to the community.  “As a local bank, we are always looking for ways to get ... more