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Manslaughter charge filed in 2025 death of Yates County toddler
A Penn Yan man has been charged with manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide following an investigation into the June 2025 death of a toddler in the town of Potter, according to the Yates County Sheriff's ... more
FL1 FORECAST: Showers and storms arrive today with gusty winds possible
Showers will spread across the Finger Lakes and Central New York today before a round of late-afternoon and nighttime thunderstorms brings the potential for damaging wind gusts and localized minor flooding. A cold front will ... more
Branchport woman charged after alleged burglary, attempted vehicle theft
A Branchport woman was arrested early Tuesday after Yates County sheriff’s deputies said she unlawfully entered a home in the town of Potter while the homeowners and their children were asleep, then tried to steal ... more
Road closures planned on Anthony Road, Route 54 in Yates County
Two road closures will affect travel in Yates County over the coming days as crews carry out separate culvert replacement projects. Anthony Road is currently closed on the south side of the David Downey Road ... more
Dundee woman charged after domestic incident in Tyrone
A Dundee woman was arrested after a domestic violence incident in the town of Tyrone, according to the Schuyler County Sheriff’s Office. Arlena M. Strauss, 24, was charged with endangering the welfare of a child ... more
Yates County seeks help identifying vehicles tied to property damage, burnouts
The Yates County Sheriff’s Office is asking the public for help identifying vehicles believed to be involved in damage to a local business parking lot and a series of burnouts reported across northwestern Yates County ... more
Wayne-Finger Lakes high school sports: September 8 scoreboard
Week 2 of the Wayne-Finger Lakes high school fall sports season got underway Tuesday with a loaded slate of soccer, volleyball, tennis, and golf matches. Penn Yan remained unbeaten in boys soccer behind two goals ... more
Keuka women’s soccer falls to Alfred State despite second-half push
Keuka College women's soccer could not overcome a three-goal first half Tuesday night, as Alfred State held on for a 3-1 victory over the Wolves at the Jephson Community Athletic Complex. The Pioneers controlled the ... more
Keuka College opens Green & Gold Weekend events to public
Keuka College will open most of its annual Green & Gold Reunion & Family Weekend events to the public Sept. 25-27, with activities ranging from fireworks and athletics to wine tastings, crafts and a Sunday ... more
FL1 FORECAST: Warmer weather today precedes Wednesday showers and storms
The Finger Lakes and Central New York will warm into the 70s under a mix of sun and clouds today before a more humid Wednesday brings the next chance of showers and thunderstorms. Dry weather ... more
FL1 FORECAST: Sunny Labor Day gives way to warmer weather and midweek rain
Sunshine and afternoon temperatures in the 70s will close out the holiday weekend across the Finger Lakes and Central New York, with dry weather holding through Tuesday before rain returns around midweek. A cool start ... more
Keuka College highlights support services for online students
Keuka College is emphasizing the academic, advising and career resources available to students enrolled in its online and hybrid programs as more working adults balance college with jobs, families and other responsibilities ... more
Dundee man charged after violating order of protection, deputies say
A Dundee man was arrested after Yates County sheriff’s deputies said he was found at the home of a person protected by an order of protection. Kim L. Clark, 62, was charged with second-degree criminal ... more
Naples man charged after domestic incident involving juvenile in Yates County
A Naples man was charged after Yates County sheriff’s deputies said he subjected a juvenile resident to unwanted physical contact during a domestic incident in the town of Italy. Merle F. Bush, 41, of Flint ... more
Barrington woman arrested on family offense, contempt warrant
A Barrington woman was arrested in Ontario County on a warrant stemming from charges filed in Yates County, according to the Yates County Sheriff’s Office. Andrea M. Bailey, 38, of the town of Barrington, was ... more
Penn Yan woman charged after order of protection violation, deputies say
A Penn Yan woman was arrested after Yates County sheriff’s deputies investigated an alleged violation of an order of protection in the town of Starkey. Tara M. Sy, 47, of Penn Yan, was charged with ... more
Keuka women’s volleyball splits matches to close out invitational
Keuka women's volleyball split its final two matches of the Keuka College Invitational on Saturday, defeating Keystone College before falling to Hilbert College in a pair of matches to close the weekend. The Wolves finished ... more
Keuka men’s soccer drops another close decision at SUNY Potsdam
Keuka men's soccer battled through a defensive struggle Saturday afternoon, but the Wolves were unable to find the equalizer in a narrow road loss to SUNY Potsdam. The Wolves fell to 0-2 on the season ... more
Keuka women’s soccer rolls past SUNY ESF behind seven-goal offensive outburst
Keuka women's soccer delivered its biggest offensive performance in years Saturday, scoring seven unanswered goals to cruise past SUNY ESF at the Jephson Community Athletic Complex and remain unbeaten through two games. Six different players ... more
