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Mother stabs three children, takes own life in disturbing CNY incident
In a disturbing incident in Pompey, New York, a mother stabbed her two daughters and a son before taking her own life, as confirmed by Onondaga County District Attorney Bill Fitzpatrick. The tragic episode transpired ... more
NWS: Heat advisory active today, storms will usher in cooler weather
The National Weather Service (NWS) Binghamton has issued a heat advisory until 8 p.m. across multiple counties in New York. With heat index values expected to reach 99, hot temperatures and high humidity may lead ... more
Large battery fire at North Country Solar Farm raises health concerns, Governor warns
A substantial battery fire at a solar farm on County Route 179 in the Town of Lyme led to a temporary shelter-in-place order for neighbors within a one-mile radius due to fears of toxic smoke ... more
Syracuse Roman Catholic Diocese settles bankruptcy case, agrees to pay $100M to abuse survivors (video)
The Roman Catholic Diocese of Syracuse and the Official Committee of Unsecured Creditors have reached a settlement agreement in a chapter 11 bankruptcy case, dating back to June 2020, agreeing to pay $100 million to ... more
Spectrum shutting down CNY call center: 270 employees will be impacted
Spectrum, a major telecommunications company, has announced plans to close its East Syracuse call center in late October, affecting over 270 employees. The call center, which handles customer queries about Spectrum's Internet, Mobile, TV, and ... more
Tickets go on sale for the NYS Fair tomorrow: Digital purchases now possible
Tickets for the 2023 New York State Fair will be available for purchase starting Thursday, July 27 at 9 a.m. through Etix, the fair's exclusive ticket seller. Admission tickets are priced at $6, while parking ... more
One dead after explosion, barn fire in CNY
State police are investigating a fatal barn fire that happened in Oswego County Monday afternoon. A little before 5 p.m. first responders were called to Gale Road in Constantia for a reported explosion and structure ... more
Troopers: Oswego man arrested for raping teen at grad party
An Oswego County man, Thomas McCord, 45, of Palermo, has been arrested and charged with first-degree rape among other charges after allegedly assaulting a teen at a graduation party he hosted. The Oswego County Sheriff’s ... more
Destruction in Tompkins County; three struck by lightning in CNY after severe thunderstorms
Severe thunderstorms that swept through Central New York on Monday have left a trail of destruction, prompting numerous calls for assistance to emergency dispatchers. Tompkins County, among the worst hit, saw significant property damage, power ... more
FLX TODAY: Summertime spotlight on Montezuma Audubon Center & Wildlife Refuge activities (podcast)
On this edition of FLX Today it's all about what's happening at one of the region's favorite spots. The Montezuma Audubon Center and Montezuma Wildlife Refuge are excellent destinations this time of year; and today ... more
Turning Stone Resort announces $370M expansion, marking largest growth in its history
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The Oneida Nation revealed a sweeping $370 million expansion plan for Turning Stone Resort Casino on Friday. The project, dubbed "The Evolution," will nearly double the size of Turning Stone’s convention and conference space, making ... more
Danielle Bradbery, winner of The Voice, to perform at New York State Fair
Danielle Bradbery, a former winner of The Voice, is scheduled to grace the stage at the New York State Fair this summer. The country music artist, known for her heartfelt lyrics and vibrant performances, will ... more
Skaneateles Lake Association teams up with Skaneateles Library for ‘Libraries Love Lakes’ education series
The Skaneateles Lake Association (SLA) and the Skaneateles Library have joined Libraries Love Lakes to promote appreciation and protection of Skaneateles Lake. Libraries Love Lakes (LLL) was started in 2019 by members of the Global ... more
Oswego County Federal Credit Union raises $1,280 for Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
Through the Battle 4 Breath Challenge, member-owned financial institution, Oswego County Federal Credit Union, raised $1,280 for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. The credit union participated in the fundraising initiative with several other Central NY companies ... more
Wildfire smoke should start to subside later today
The Finger Lakes is once again experiencing a haze from wildfire smoke, with the primary sources being numerous active fires across the western provinces of Canada and Quebec. Marginally unhealthy air quality is expected to ... more
FBI, Secret Service involved in Walmart credit card skimming investigations: Prosecutors say progress happening
Federal agencies, including the FBI and U.S. Secret Service, are collaborating with local police departments to investigate instances of credit card skimming devices found at terminals in at least 16 Walmart stores across Upstate New ... more
State Sen. John Mannion enters Congressional race for 22nd District seat
New York State Senator John Mannion, a Democrat, has officially launched his 2024 campaign for Congress, seeking to represent New York's 22nd Congressional District, a seat currently held by Republican Brandon Williams. The Central New ... more
DEBRIEF: Local elections moving to even years, primary takeaways, FLX housing, and more! (podcast)
The Debrief Podcast is back! On today's episode of the show, Josh Durso and Jackie Augustine break down the latest in local and state politics. They look at a bill awaiting Gov. Hochul's signature to ... more
NWS: Severe thunderstorms march east across Central New York
Severe weather was mostly limited to Central New York and the Eastern Finger Lakes on Thursday. The National Weather Service activated a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for eastern parts of the region. The watch was associated ... more
