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Siena Poll shows most understand racial discrimination is a problem in New York
Only about a third of New Yorkers believe race relations are ‘good’ in the state, according to a new Sina College poll released on Martin Luther King Day. “The more things change,…
DiNapoli: Tax revenues fall $2.5 billion short in 2020
State tax receipts through the first nine months of the state fiscal year were $2.5 billion lower than last year, but were $1.8 billion higher than anticipated by the state Division of…
Auburn businessman announces bid for Cayuga County Legislature
An Auburn businessman is running for Cayuga County Legislature. Brian Muldrow will seek the nomination for the District 15 seat, according to The Citizen. That covers a portion of the city of…
Gov. Cuomo frustrated by lack of vaccine doses coming to New York
On Sunday, Governor Andrew Cuomo provided an update on the COVID-19 vaccine distribution in the state. The State’s vaccine supply is determined by the federal government, and although more than 7 million…
Phelps woman heading to prison after stealing $1.4 million from Seneca Falls employer
A 55-year-old Phelps woman was sentenced on Friday in federal court on wire fraud charges. Karen Owens, 55, who stole hundreds of thousands of dollars from her Seneca Falls employer will have…
Cuomo takes aim at smart devices that can record, wants clear warnings on them
Over the weekend Governor Andrew Cuomo announced a proposal to require companies to prominently disclose information about devices that can record and retain and transmit recordings, such as smartphones, smart speakers and…
Rallies don’t materialize in Albany, security remains enhanced through this week
Law enforcement was ready over the weekend for any rallies or protests that could have turned violent in New York’s capitol. That said, it didn’t materialize. Barricades were set up and multiple…
Cuomo announces $25 million to continue Nourish NY program
Over the weekend Governor Andrew Cuomo announced $25 million to continue programs through the Nourish NY initiative as part of the 2021 State of the State agenda. Governor Cuomo will continue supporting…
Interlaken’s water problems continue into 2021
The village of Interlaken still has water issues. Officials say that water is being trucked in from a nearby source after an exceptionally dry 2020 in the region. The Finger Lakes Times…
Grand larceny charge in Seneca Falls after December incident
The Seneca Falls Police Department reports the arrest of a 23-year-old following an investigation into an incident on December 14th. Wheeler is accused of stealing a cell phone, as well as other…
Non-profits, schools would benefit from low-cost financing, design, and construction services
This week Governor Andrew Cuomo announced a proposal to open the Dormitory Authority of the State of New York’s low-cost financing, design and construction services to all non-profits and school districts as…
Frustration grows as high school sports remain on hold due to COVID-19
Frustration is growing among parents and high school communities across the Finger Lakes as sports remain on hold. Late last week, lawmakers from around Upstate called for sports to be resumed. Those…
Rochester man charged after larceny investigation at Eastview Mall
The Ontario County Sheriff’s Office reports the arrest of a Rochester resident following an investigation at Eastview Mall. Deputies say Jerome Griffin, 33, of Rochester was charged with fifth-degree criminal possession of…
Larceny investigation yield arrest at Target in Victor
Deputies report the arrest of a 32-year-old Henrietta resident following a larceny investigation at Target in Victor. Kevin White, 32, was charged with petit larceny after stealing $429 worth of electronics from…
Deputies: Wolcott man faces several charges after DWI crash in Lyons
Deputies say a Wolcott man is facing a number of charges after a property damage crash on Herbst Road in Lyons. It happened on Friday around 11 p.m. when deputies were called…
Armed home invasion under investigation in Ithaca
Police say that on Saturday a little before 5 p.m. officers received a walk-in complaint of a robbery at a residence on North Cayuga Street in Ithaca. Two victims reported being in…
