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Finger Lakes region struggles in key areas, per ACT Rochester report
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ACT Rochester released compelling new data evaluating some of the long-term trends in counties and cities throughout the Finger Lakes. The Report Card looks at everything from socio-economic factors — to ultra-specific population data-points that may get lost in the grind of …more
Spring is about to arrive in the FLX: But will it stick around?
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As temperatures begin to rise this weekend in the Finger Lakes — many are hoping that winter is officially behind us. FLX Weather Meteorologist Drew Montreuil said on Friday that persistent, winter weather simply isn’t likely as spring rolls forward. “The forecast …more

Schumer pushes for grape research funds
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U.S. Senate Minority Leader Charles E. Schumer, D-New York, is urging the Department of Agriculture’s Agriculture Research Service to provide a robust investment in new equipment for the Grape Genetics Research Unit …more
Waterloo police testify during arson trial
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Waterloo Police Department Sgt. Lee Marquart said Diana Fegley “became very angry with me” after he accused her of setting the fire she was rescued from in February 2017. Marquart testified Wednesday …more
LIVE AT 11 AM: Breaking down ACT Rochester report on the Finger Lakes (podcast)
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On Episode #22 of The Debrief Podcast Jackie Augustine and Josh Durso break down the latest political news from the Finger Lakes. Special focus will be placed on a report published by …more
Waterloo man charged with DWI, AUO after accident in Varick
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The Seneca County Sheriff’s Office reports that on Thursday around 12:30 a.m. deputies arrested a 24-year-old Waterloo man — charging him with driving while intoxicated. Deputies say Alejandro S. Aguilera, 24, of …more
POLITICS & MUSIC: Trailblazers mini-musical focuses on increased engagement (video)
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It was about telling the story of politics through music. On Tuesday, April 17th a popular venue in Geneva was filled, as actors, music and food brought a discussion about politics to …more
Auburn man charged with possessing over 25 grams of marijuana in Junius
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The Seneca County Sheriff’s Office reports that on April 19th at about 9:15 p.m., deputies arrested an Auburn man on drug charges following a traffic stop. Ryan M Bond, 26, of Auburn …more

Linda Andrei leads 23rd Democrats in campaign cash
Linda Andrei has the most cash on hand among the five Democrats expected to take part in the June 26 primary in the race for the 23rd Congressional …more
Police: Seneca Falls woman attempted to drive car on a flat tire
On Thursday at approximately 12:30 am police arrested a 30-year-old Seneca Falls woman for aggravated driving while intoxicated following a civilian complaint. Kaitlin E. Gray, 30, of Seneca …more
DELAYED: Harassment case involving supervisor postponed to May 2nd
State Police say Seneca Falls Town Supervisor Greg Lazzaro has been charged with a harassment violation following an incident last year. State Police filed the charge on March …more
Seneca Falls man killed in motorcycle accident
A Seneca Falls man was pronounced dead at the scene of a serious motorcycle-car accident in Seneca Falls after earlier being observed operating recklessly, at dangerously high speeds, …more
Ten candidates seek three seats on Waterloo school board
It’s the biggest field of candidates in recent memory. School district voters will have 10 people to choose from for three seats on the nine-member school board when …more
For NY winemakers, tariffs mean trouble
The New York wine industry is going strong. With jobs, sales and tax revenue the industry now generates more than $13.8 billion, not to mention what wine and …more
Seneca Falls woman charged with harassment, resisting arrest
On Monday at approximately 2:59 p.m. police arrested a 33-year-old Seneca Falls woman following a domestic incident. Police say that Lauren E. Perkins, 33, subjected a male resident …more
del Lago raises funds for ‘Fetch a Friend’ in Seneca Falls
del Lago Resort & Casino celebrated National Beer Day on Saturday, April 7th by hosting a special edition of Savor del Lago featuring craft beer and cider samplings …more
Thursday will offer one last shot of winter for the Finger Lakes
Wednesday will be a nice day in the Finger Lakes. It won’t feel like spring yet, but temperatures will moderate slightly — with highs pushing into the 40s, …more
Tyre resident opposes new municipal building plans
Josh Olschewske of Lay Road is a State Trooper and a 20-year resident of Tyre. On Monday, he wrote a letter to Town Board members, voicing his displeasure …more
Winter holds on through end of week, then things warm up
Winter in April? It’s felt like that over the last few weeks, and it looks like the forecast has two more ‘wintry’ days in store for the Finger …more
WEBER THIS WEEK: Fayette Supervisor Cindy Lorenzetti in-studio (podcast)
Fayette Town Supervisor Cindy Lorenzetti is in her third term on the Seneca County Board of Supervisors, one of only two democrats on the board. On Monday afternoon …more
Brown tells Fayette board he’s not leaving highway chief job
Highway Superintendent Andrew Brown told the Town Board Thursday he will continue as full-time highway superintendent and does not want his old job back. Brown worked as water …more
Vendors wanted for Celebrate-Commemorate Juried Arts & Craft Show
Calling all artisans!! We are eager to invite you to our Arts & Crafts Show during our nationally recognized Celebrate Commemorate Memorial Festival in the birthplace of Memorial …more
#ICYMI: Vincent out at HWS, Circular enerG told to make ‘revisions’, & more
Once again winter weather made headlines this week, as temperatures bounced from 30-something to 60-something depending on exact location in the Finger Lakes. The region has gotten used …more
Junius cabin destroyed, fire deemed accidental after investigation
An investigation determined that a Junius fire started in a wood stove, which resulted in a cabin on West Townline Road to be deemed a ‘total loss’. Around …more
INSIDE THE FLX: Linda Andrei talks NY23 campaign ahead of June primary (podcast)
It’s already become a competitive battle for New York’s 23rd Congressional District. Linda Andrei, M.D., is seeking to unseat Congressman Tom Reed. However, she has a primary to …more
TOURING DEER HAVEN: Looking behind the fences at the former Seneca Army Depot (video)
If you asked Dennis Money what the herd of white-tailed deer would look like now at the former Seneca Army Depot a few years ago – he might …more
Town of Seneca Falls released Annual Drinking Water Quality Report for 2017
To comply with State regulations, the Town of Seneca Falls annually issues a report describing the quality of your drinking water. The purpose of this report is to …more
FLX FORECAST: Heavy rain on Monday; snow showers return on Tuesday
The rain will be steady at times throughout the afternoon, and eventually — parts of the Finger Lakes will see that dissipate to lighter snow showers as temperatures …more
Wayne history program covers history of the Willard Asylum
Seneca County Historian Walter Gable will give a presentation on the history of the Willard Asylum for Insane at 2 p.m. April 21 at the Wayne Town Hall, …more
Nominations sought for Antonio Varacalli Award
Antonio Varacalli was a regular guy who, on April 12, 1917, made the decision to step up and selflessly help another person. The Italian immigrant was working on …more
Fisher names Folk as second assistant attorney in Seneca County
Christopher Folk of Waterloo has been appointed second assistant county attorney in Seneca County. His appointment was announced Friday by County Attorney Frank Fisher. The position has been …more
Cabin fire under investigation in Phelps
A fully-involved cabin fire was reported on West Townline Road in Phelps Saturday evening. The call was reported around 7:45 p.m., when Junius and Oaks Corners fire departments …more
NWS: Advisories set to expire later today
As winter takes one last swipe at the Finger Lakes — the region is preparing for an event that could be much worse than a typical, snowy evening. …more
Waterloo’s original Rec Center demolition in 1997 (video)
Waterloo’s Dave Duprey has been uploading histotic video footage from the Village of Waterloo over the past month. The latest gives you one last look inside the old Rec …more
Mynderse boys lacrosse team puts on youth clinic Saturday
The Mynderse Academy boys varsity lacrosse team put on a clinic for local youth players and coaches on Saturday morning at Bracht Field. Below are some photos for …more
Department of Public Service requests ‘revisions’ to Circular enerG’s PIP submission
In a letter released today, staff of the New York State Department of Public Service requested revisions to Circular enerG’s Public Involvement Program Plan (“PIP Plan”) for their …more
Joe Siccardi, former Reveille publisher, launches first book, “Heaven Shining Through”
Joe Siccardi, a recent mid-Maine transplant from Seneca Falls, has announced the public book launch of his first book, Heaven Shining Through. It will be held April 29, …more
Florida duo face nearly 20 charges after credit card skimming operation found in Seneca Co.
Seneca County Sheriff Tim Luce says two Florida residents are being held on $50,000 bail after a credit card skimming operation was uncovered through a lengthy investigation. Luce …more
Yates County opposes waste-to-energy plant plan
The Yates County Legislature has agreed to join other municipalities around Seneca Lake in opposing the development of a waste-to-energy plant at the former Seneca Army Depot site …more
Seneca Falls man arrested again, faces new felony charge
On Wednesday, April 11th at 1:30 p.m., the Town of Seneca Falls Police Department reported the arrest of a 30-year-old Seneca Falls man on two charges related to …more
Three Brothers’ suds hop to top
It didn’t take long for Three Brothers Winery to become one of those must-see stops along the Seneca Lake Wine Trail because of its reputation as the Disneyland …more
Man accused of raping outlet mall co-worker pleads guilty to lower-level felony
The Trumansburg man accused of raping an underage co-worker last year pleaded guilty to a low-level felony Monday in Seneca County Court. A more serious rape charge was …more
FLX FORECAST: Showers, wind & warmer conditions on Thursday – but changes coming
Thursday is going to be the warming day. Temperatures will push into the mid-50s, allowing for the Finger Lakes to feel more like spring. However, it will be …more
Attorney denies plea coercion in Wilson case
Two of the claims made by a Romulus man accused of killing two people in a 2015 accident were debunked Tuesday in Seneca County Court. Assistant Public Defender …more
SENECA SUPERVISORS: BOS Chairman critical of Albany, budget process in remarks at meeting
On Tuesday, Seneca County Board of Supervisors Chairman Bob Shipley shared his thoughts on the New York State Budget process, which included passage of a $168 billion spending …more
Ex-Varick court clerk gets jail after stealing $166K
A former clerk with the Town of Varick is now at the Seneca County Correctional Facility for embezzling thousands of dollars after sentencing on Monday. Julie Dougherty, who …more
What’s with all the tree cutting on the Thruway?
Jonathan Dougherty, deputy director of media relations and communications for the Thruway Authority, said Monday that the tree cutting is part of a capital project on I-90 between …more
Steady rain coming Thursday, setting up for wild weather weekend
It’s going to be a wild weather ride over the next several days. While forecasters remain uncertain about the exact temperature trend through the weekend — high temperatures …more

Winter lingering in the Finger Lakes (photo)
Winter continued in the Finger Lakes on Tuesday as snow showers lingered. Photo by Thom Prati.
Red skies painted in Ovid (photo)
Red sky at night, Sailors delight. If the saying holds true we can expect nice weather. Taken near Ovid on Sunday evening. Photo by Rachel Burkholder.
Snow geese on Cayuga Lake (photo)
Monday afternoon along Cayuga Lake. Snow Goose and reflection/ Photo by Mike Sargent.
Winter hangs on in Seneca County (photo)
April snow showers bring May flowers, right..? Photo by Rachel Burkholder.