Finger Lakes Land Trust wins important grant funding
The Finger Lakes Land Trust has been awarded two grants aimed at protecting open spaces and enhancing water quality in the region. Over $60,000 will be allocated to the Finger Lakes Forest Conservation Initiative, based ... more
RG&E, NYSEG still negotiating customer rate hike with NYS
RG&E and NYSEG are still negotiating with the New York State Public Service Commission for approval of a rate hike to address its billing and customer service issues. The utility has requested a 19% increase ... more
Will countywide EMS services become common across the Finger Lakes as staffing issues persist?
The ongoing EMS crisis, characterized by staffing shortages and concerns about Medicaid and Medicare reimbursement rates, has compelled Wayne County to establish its own ambulance service beginning July 1. The county aims to address response ... more
New York struggles in hospital grade update: How do Finger Lakes hospitals score?
A recent report from Washington, D.C.-based nonprofit Leapfrog revealed mixed safety grades for New York hospitals, ranking the state's healthcare system among the worst in the nation. New York ranked 40th worst in the country, ... more
SENECA LAKE: How safe is it to eat fish caught in Seneca Lake? Chemicals found in high-volume after fish from last year’s derby tested (podcast)
State health officials could be forced to make ruling on freshwater fish How safe is it to eat fish caught in Seneca Lake? On its face that might seem like the simplest question one could ... more
Regional housing market will heat back up after mortgage fee rule change
Starting Monday, a rule change will alter mortgage fees, making new home loans backed by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac relatively cheaper. Borrowers with higher credit scores will generally see an increase in costs, while ... more
Man charged with aggravated DWI after complaint on I-390
State police arrested a 29-year-old Kendall man following a driver complaint of a white van moving erratically down I-390 in Cohocton. Luke Stimac, 29, was ultimately arrested for aggravated driving while intoxicated and issued other ... more
Indiana-based Grote Industires acquires Livingston County business
Indiana-based Grote Industries has announced the acquisition of Avon's Star Headlight & Lantern Co., Inc. The deal will result in the formation of Star Safety Technologies by Grote, a holding company fully owned by Grote ... more
Deputies: Honeoye Falls man arrested for rape, victim less than 15
A Honeoye Falls man has been charged with raping a victim under 15. Deputies arrested Brian McGovern, 20, for second-degree rape. Details in the investigation were not released. However, McGovern was held at the Livingston ... more
NYSEG, RG&E says customers owe $180M as late fees, service shutoffs resume: What repayment plans are available?
New York State Electric & Gas and Rochester Gas and Electric are offering assistance and repayment options to help customers with unpaid bills for their electricity and/or gas service. With the end of COVID-related and ... more
Canal trail system drew millions to Finger Lakes region in 2022
During the pandemic, New York's trail systems experienced a surge in popularity as individuals sought safe outdoor recreational options. According to a recent report titled "Who's on the Trail 2022: Canalway Trail" by Parks & ... more
$8.3M coming to Finger Lakes, Central New York to develop EV charging stations: Where will they be?
New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced a significant investment in electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure at the New York International Auto Show today. Over $8.3 million will be allocated to 70 municipalities across the Finger ... more
Wildfire risk up significantly due to dry, unseasonably warm weather in Finger Lakes
As the Finger Lakes region experiences an unseasonably warm and dry spell, the risk of wildfires has increased significantly, prompting the Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) to remind residents of the annual statewide ban on ... more
Finger Lakes will get $370K to safeguard water quality and soil health
The Finger Lakes region in New York is set to benefit from a $370,000 investment from the state to safeguard water quality and maintain soil health. The funding, sourced from the State’s Environmental Protection Fund, ... more
Fire Warning activated by NWS ahead of dry stretch
The National Weather Service in Binghamton has issued a Fire Weather Watch for the afternoon and evening of Friday, April 7th, following a prolonged period of damp weather. The imminent stretch of dry conditions, coupled ... more
$26.7M project to rehab I-390 in Livingston County underway
Governor Kathy Hochul has announced the start of a $26.7 million project to rehabilitate a 13-mile stretch of Interstate 390, spanning from Exit 8 in Geneseo to Exit 10 in Avon, both located in Livingston ... more
SEVERE WEATHER THREAT: Thunderstorms with damaging winds forecasted this afternoon
It starts out chilly this morning, but temperatures will quickly jump - some 30 degrees over the next 4-5 hours - heating up the atmosphere and setting the stage for severe weather. The National Weather ... more
Which Tops grocery stores locations in the Finger Lakes are getting remodeled?
Since news last week that additional Tops Friendly Markets stores were getting refreshed, with plans to eventually remodel most locations many readers from around the Finger Lakes and Central New York reached out with one ... more
RG&E rolling out ‘smart meters’ soon in Finger Lakes: Will it fix billing issues?
If you live in the Finger Lakes and are served by RG&E for utility service get ready for smart meters. The company plans to transition about 20,000 customers at a time, with the switch expected ... more
Gusty winds, strong thunderstorms possible this afternoon across Finger Lakes
Despite clearing skies and warming temperatures this morning it's going to be an active weather day across the Finger Lakes and Central New York. It will likely feel like mid-spring as you step outside, but ... more
Ready for Girl Scout cookies? Season officially underway with booths across the Finger Lakes and Central New York
Girl Scouts are preparing for the start of booth sales as the 2023 Girl Scout Cookie Program comes to a close. From April 1-23, the public can locate booths by entering their zip code on ... more
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