Steuben legislature repeals controversial resolution on Sheriff Allard’s liability insurance
The Steuben County Legislature has repealed Resolution Number 186-23, a contentious measure initially passed on September 25, which mandated Sheriff Jim Allard to obtain personal liability insurance for lawsuits related to his duties as sheriff ... more
NWS updates advisories, warnings as lake snow picks up: How much will travel be impacted?
The National Weather Service has issued new advisories for moderate lake effect snow that will impact portions of the Finger Lakes through Wednesday. While the most significant snowfall will occur directly east and southeast of ... more
Millions coming to Finger Lakes and Central New York for road improvements: What roads are on the list?
Governor Kathy Hochul has announced a significant $100 million investment for the renewal and resiliency enhancement of state roadways in New York. This funding, which is part of a broader infrastructure investment across the state, ... more
Parts of WNY and CNY will see hefty snowfall totals this week: How much will the Finger Lakes see?
New York state is gearing up for its first major lake-effect snow event of the season, with significant snowfall expected in parts of Western and Central New York through mid-week. The National Weather Service has ... more
Waterloo superintendent will stay in current role after Dansville goes another direction
The Waterloo Central School District will keep its superintendent for now. Terri Bavis will remain in her position following a recent decision by the Dansville school district in Livingston County. Bavis was one of the ... more
Search for truck involved in fatal I-86 hit-and-run continues
Authorities are intensifying their efforts to locate a semi-truck involved in a fatal hit-and-run incident on Interstate 86. The Bath Village Police Department, amplifying a New York State Police alert, has urged the public to ... more
Hornell schools propose $30M capital project for voter approval: NY expected to reimburse 95-98% of construction
Hornell City School District in New York has put forward a $30.2 million capital project, primarily focusing on Hornell High School, set for a community decision on December 20. The project includes a major reconstruction ... more
Overdose numbers remain steady in Steuben County
Steuben County, grappling with the challenges of substance abuse, has reported a consistent number of overdoses in the last three months, according to the latest data from the county’s Public Health Department. October saw 23 ... more
INSIDE THE FLX: Longtime professor Steve Keeler talks health of local, national media (podcast)
Historically, there’s been a lot of focus on the decline of traditional media. Newspapers, radio, and television have had to evolved-or-shrink, with many across the U.S. disappearing entirely. The health of the news business is ... more
Thousands of licenses will be suspended across Finger Lakes if vision tests aren’t completed this week
Thousands of drivers in the Finger Lakes and across New York State are at risk of having their licenses suspended if they fail to complete a required vision test by December 1. This directive, issued ... more
Legislature will review comp plan in Steuben County: What’s in it?
The final draft of the Steuben County Comprehensive Plan is scheduled for review by the county legislature in late December. This plan, shaped by extensive community involvement and expert consultation, is designed to lay the ... more
Proposed Bath waste facility threatens region’s public drinking water
A planned waste disposal facility in Bath that would accept municipal sewage sludge and industrial wastes laden with toxic PFAS “forever chemicals” poses a serious risk to the region’s public drinking water, the Sierra Club ... more
What stores are open on Thanksgiving? Holiday shopping hours announced by grocers, retailers
As Thanksgiving approaches, residents in the Finger Lakes and Central New York can plan their last-minute grocery runs and shopping needs around the holiday hours of various retailers. Wegmans Food Markets, Tops Friendly Markets, ALDI, ... more
Steuben officials respond to claims about contract negotiations with deputies
Steuben County officials have addressed the recent statement issued by the Deputies Association of the County of Steuben, clarifying details surrounding ongoing contract negotiations for 2021-2023. The response comes after social media accusations by members ... more
Audit reveals lapses in Corning City School District’s claims processing
An audit conducted on the Corning City School District has revealed significant lapses in the district’s process of auditing and approving claims prior to payment. The audit, which covered the period from July 1, 2021, ... more
State police give update, ID victim in fatal hit-and-run: Driver remains at-large
The New York State Police are conducting a thorough investigation into a fatal hit and run incident that occurred on Interstate 86 near Bath. The victim, identified as 40-year-old John W. Viviano of Sidney, NY, ... more
Plan for gas drilling spree in Southern Tier draws muted response from DEC and state reps
An ambitious plan to turn three Southern Tier counties into a vast energy hub pockmarked with thousands of new natural gas wells has drawn a muted response from state regulators and the state legislators who ... more
WellNow vs. Excellus: Finger Lakes healthcare crisis looms if deal isn’t reached soon
If something doesn’t change between now and Jan. 1, 2024 two of the biggest names in Upstate New York healthcare will part ways. WellNow Urgent Care says it will stop accepting Excellus BlueCross BlueShield health ... more
Bronx man sentenced for drug sale that led to fatal overdose in Bath
Usbaldo L. Rodriguez, a 64-year-old Bronx man, has been sentenced to five years in New York State Prison followed by two years of post-release supervision for his involvement in a fatal drug overdose in Bath ... more
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