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Loans available for small businesses who had to lay off employees, prevent future losses
15 mins ago
Following President Trump’s signing of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, SBA Administrator Jovita Carranza and Treasury Secretary Steven T. Mnuchin announced that the SBA and Treasury Department have initiated a robust mobilization effort of banks and other lending institutions to …more
WNY coalition of Senators call for small business fund, halt to takeout container ban
1 hour ago
The Western New York Senate Delegation called for the establishment of a $890 million Small Business Emergency Assistance Fund for the State of New York. Additionally, the delegation called for the tabling of any budget proposals to ban the use of serviceware, …more

TRACKING COVID-19: More confirmed cases throughout the Finger Lakes (full coverage)
7 days ago
Follow along with updates from officials - local, state, and federal - as the Novel Coronavirus, or COVID-19 response continues around the region. Our 'Latest News' section will be updated around the …more
Legislators say counties could be on brink of bankruptcy after pandemic if Albany doesn’t shift
1 day ago
Three state legislators who represent the Southern Tier and part of the Finger Lakes are calling on Governor Andrew Cuomo to accept billions in funding from the federal government to help with …more
Seneca County has first confirmed case of COVID-19
1 day ago
The Seneca County Health Department says it has its first confirmed case of the Novel Coronavirus, or COVID-19. A Seneca County resident tested positive for the virus. The person was being isolated …more
HOURS OF OPERATION: Here’s who is open, closed & statements from local businesses (continuously updated)
2 weeks ago
Editor’s Note: If you’re looking for full-coverage of the Novel Coronavirus, or COVID-19 click here. This database will be the place where we post all business hours or service changes. Have something …more
Courts throughout Finger Lakes, Central New York go virtual due to COVID-19
1 day ago
More changes are coming to local courts amid the Novel Coronavirus, or COVID-19 pandemic. Judge Craig Doran, 7th Judicial District Administrative Judge, made the announcement that effective immediately virtual court operations will …more
Fire reported at Burger King in Seneca Falls (photos)
2 days ago
Shortly after 5 a.m. first responders were called to the scene of a restaurant fire in Seneca Falls. Firefighters were quickly dispatched to the Burger King restaurant along 5&20. Fayette, Waterloo, and …more

Seneca Falls woman’s 100th Birthday honored with drive-by celebration (video)
Longtime Seneca Falls, NY resident Ann Sinicropi turned 100 years old on March 9, 2020. A party was planned to celebrate in her honor on March 21st but …more
DEBRIEF: Answering your questions about Coronavirus coverage across Upstate New York (podcast)
This week on The Debrief Podcast, a breakdown of the most-asked questions we received in the newsroom since the Novel Coronavirus outbreak began in New York. Josh Durso …more
‘PLEASE BE SAFE’: Community rallies around those working through pandemic (photos)
Supports is pouring in across the region for first responders, healthcare workers, grocery store employees, truckers, postal workers, and so many others deemed ‘essential’ in this crisis. They …more
FEEDING THE FINGER LAKES: List of pantries, churches providing service during crisis
Food pantries are crucial, especially in rural communities. The need is even greater — as most businesses, agencies, and organizations operate on limited hours due to the Novel …more
Swinehart: Shortage of testing supplies, PPE increase risk level in Seneca County
The Seneca County Health Department says it’s continuing to prepare and respond to the Novel Coronavirus pandemic, even as impacts haven’t yet been felt locally. Officials say health …more
Kinney Drugs raises wages for employees, installs shields in stores
Kinney Drugs is the latest to add acrylic shields to protect those working at its stores amid the Novel Coronavirus pandemic. The shields will be installed at all …more
‘GIVE STUDENTS REFUNDS’: Colleges blasted for remote learning, refund policies
While college students are stuck at home because of the coronavirus, some are organizing online to support pass-fail learning in response to this disruption, even across upstate New …more
Police: Seneca Falls man arrested after leading officers on pursuit
Police say a Seneca Falls man was arrested on a number of charges after an incident earlier in the month led to a pursuit, which was called off. …more
Romulus man charged with aggravated DWI w/ two children in the car
Deputies in Ontario County report the arrest of a Romulus man following a traffic stop on Forge Avenue in the town of Geneva. Dwayne Williams, 37, was initially …more
Checks for at least $1,200 coming for large portion of population: Here are the guidelines
Who gets a stimulus check? That is the question that circulated after it was announced that a massive $2 trillion package had been agreed to in the Senate. …more
Seneca County Community Counseling achieves long-term mission just in time
– By Josh Durso Social distancing comes with a lot of challenges. People are social creatures, so they crave interaction. During a pandemic like the one impacting most …more
FLX WEEKLY: Local spirits to lift your spirit & an update from FingerLakes1.com (podcast)
First, an update on what’s happening at FingerLakes1.com during the second week of restricted business and social activity in New York State. Then, Cayuga Lake Wine Trail Director …more
Deputies: Boat capsizes on Seneca Lake, 26-year-old swims to shore
The Seneca County Sheriff’s Office reports that on Saturday March 21st at approximately 7:50 a.m., deputies responded to Seneca Lake in the area of Combs Road in Ovid …more
Solar projects put on hold amid COVID-19 pandemic
Ten industrial-scale solar energy farms proposed for the Finger Lakes region are stuck in regulatory limbo as the coronavirus crisis complicates an already clogged state permitting process. If …more
Seneca Falls man charged with theft from Tops, Walmart
The Seneca Falls Police Department reports the arrest of a 50-year-old man on a petit larceny charge after two separate incidents at Walmart and Tops. Police say Daniel …more
Wegmans, Tops workers get plexiglass protection at registers
Workers at Wegmans and Tops Friendly Market’s are getting a little more protection. Shoppers at a few local stores have started seeing plexiglass shields, which sit between shoppers …more
Instacart plans massive hiring spree, looking for 300K shoppers
Just because the grocery stores have been busier than normal, or have been experiencing shortages on certain items – doesn’t mean everyone is willing to do their grocery …more
MELISSA KILLELEAGH: Former NFL running back talks ‘Dream Project’ (podcast)
Who says social isolation can’t have benefits? Leroy Collins, Author, Speaker, and former NFL running back was featured this week on The Melissa Killeleagh Show discussing The Dream …more
OUR FINGER LAKES HISTORY: How many Finger Lakes are there? (podcast)
Even though many of us live here in the Finger Lakes region, so many are unsure exactly how many actual lakes there actually are in the “Finger Lakes”. …more
Leaders ask for pause on vacation rentals to stop virus from spreading into Seneca County
Seneca County Chairman of the Board of Supervisors Robert Hayssen is calling on residents of more populated areas of the state and country to avoid sheltering in Seneca …more
Non-resident tests positive for COVID-19 in Seneca County
The Seneca County Health Department was notified on Wednesday that an individual from out of the area who tested positive for COVID-19 on March 22nd is completing their …more
Rural hospitals throughout the Finger Lakes plan for expansion as COVID-19 pandemic spreads
Some of the smallest hospitals in the region are ready for whatever comes next as the Novel Coronavirus continues to spread throughout New York. Governor Andrew Cuomo pointed …more
Starbucks is giving free coffee to front-line workers, first responders amid COVID-19 pandemic
Starbucks is giving back. The company announced this week that it would be giving free coffee to front-line first responders to the COVID-19 pandemic. Specifically, customers who identify …more
Waterloo man charged with harassment, criminal mischief after incident
The Seneca Falls Police Department reports the arrest of a Waterloo man following a disturbance at a local residence. Kevin Erb, 33, of Waterloo is accused of engaging …more
Seneca County Board of Supervisors hold meeting (video)
The Seneca County Board of Supervisors is holding its monthly committee meetings, and this time they are being streamed LIVE on YouTube. The meeting is being streamed because …more
WellNow introduces new triaging process for those with COVID symptoms
WellNow Urgent Care — one of the country’s fastest-growing urgent providers — has launched a new in-vehicle triage process in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Effective immediately, patients …more
Police: Seneca Falls woman violates protective order
On Friday, March 20th at 4:16 p.m. police arrested a 38-year-old Seneca Falls woman following an arrest in February for menacing. Alisha Simmons, 38, was accused of menacing …more
FLH thanks community for outpouring of support, looks for additional help securing essential items
The New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH) and the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has anticipated a surge during a time of national shortage of …more
SBA offers low-interest loans amid disaster declaration in New York
The U.S. Small Business Administration is offering low-interest federal disaster loans for working capital to New York small businesses suffering substantial economic injury as a result of the …more
Seneca Nursing & Rehab employee confirmed to have COVID-19; Health Dept. says not a Seneca County resident
The Seneca County Health Department was notified on Monday that an employee of Seneca Nursing and Rehabilitation Center located in Waterloo has tested positive for COVID-19. The employee …more
Ovid man arrested on several felony charges after gun fired through apartment
The Seneca County Sheriff’s Office reports the arrest of a 28-year-old Ovid resident on several felony charges after a long-gun was fired through the floor of an apartment. …more
Leaders in Seneca, Yates outline response effort in rural communities
This is an unsettling time for our country and our community, as we are in a public health emergency due to the spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). …more
Race Directors announce cancellation of Seneca7 relay
Race directors have announced that they have been forced to cancel the tenth edition of the Seneca7, a 77.7-mile relay race, due to the COVID-19 virus. The race …more
Serious crash reported at Rt. 96, County House Road intersection in Seneca County
First responders in Seneca County were called to a serious two car crash at the intersection of State Route 96 and County House Road. Multiple ambulances were requested …more
LETTER: Ferrara asks for community to adhere to state’s stay at home order
On behalf of the Seneca Falls Town Board and all of the Town's employees, we hope and pray that all of our town residents are safe and staying …more
BonaDent takes on major role in local COVID-19 fight
– By Josh Durso One of Seneca County’s largest employers is teaming up with Senator Pam Helming to help hospitals across the region — and state — as …more
Waterloo HS softball team gets creative with #QuarantineCatchChallenge (video)
It came with the hashtag #QuarantineCatchChallenge — and like anything meant to lift us up a little bit in a time of uncertainty — the video accomplished just …more
Walmart to hire 150K new workers, hand out bonuses to employees early
Walmart has plans to give cash bonuses to hourly employees and to hire an additional 150,000 new ones by the end of May. “Our associates are our heroes,” …more
Domino’s hiring as coronavirus pandemic grows throughout New York
Dominos announced that it’s hiring full- and part-time employees amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Positions include delivery, pizza makers, customer service representatives, managers, and assistant managers. Click here to …more
LETTER: Supervisor Lorenzetti gives update from town of Fayette
The Town of Fayette offices will be closed to the public. Locked drop box located outside the front door can be used for any payments, applications, etc. The …more