Summit in the Valley series coming to Naples

Published: 04/17/2019 @ 06:05 am | Updated: 04/17/2019 @ 06:10 am

Two events open to the public, along with one for food and beverage professionals, will take place next week for the third annual Summit in the Valley. The free events, part of a grassroots project in Naples, invite people to participate in presentations geared toward learning simple ways everyone can combat climate change. What is “Drawdown?” How can “The Story... more

Overlook in spring (photo)

Published: 04/16/2019 @ 07:25 pm

A familiar sight from the overlook near Naples. Photo by Elizabeth Hottinger‎. more

Outpouring of support for winemaker battling cancer in Naples

Published: 04/07/2019 @ 07:18 am | Updated: 04/07/2019 @ 07:22 am

Support for Naples winemaker Tim Moore as he battles cancer is pouring in. Its many forms include production of a new wine called Resilience. The white wine blend from locally grown grapes will be made at the Moore family’s Inspire Moore Winery and was the topic of a recent gathering with members of the core group behind the project. “Tim... more

Naples prepares for bulk energy buy

Published: 04/03/2019 @ 05:47 am | Updated: 04/03/2019 @ 05:52 am

Village residents will learn more about a community energy program aimed at saving them money on their utility bill. Called Community Choice Aggregation (CCA), the plan approved by the Village Board will provide customers with a fixed rate over two years, at a cost expected to be less than what New York State Electric & Gas would charge. Mayor Brian... more

DEC announces trout sampling in Naples and Pleasant Valley

Published: 03/16/2019 @ 10:02 pm | Updated: 03/16/2019 @ 10:10 pm

State Department of Environmental Conservation announced dates and locations for the annual sampling of the rainbow trout run in Finger Lakes tributaries. Sampling at Naples Creek will take place Thursday, March 21, 9 a.m., at the creek area just north of the village of Naples, Ontario County, at the Route 245 bridge. On Keuka Lake, the sampling will take place... more

Arbor Hill founder, beloved winemaker dies suddenly in accident

Published: 03/03/2019 @ 05:06 pm | Updated: 03/04/2019 @ 05:07 am

John H. Brahm III, co-owner of Arbor Hill Grapery & Winery and legendary Finger Lakes winemaker died suddenly over the weekend. Ontario County Sheriff Kevin Henderson says emergency crews were dispatched to Hawks Road in South Bristol around 12 p.m. for the report of a man trapped between a vehicle and garage. First responders arrived on-scene to find Brahm trapped... more

Hiker rescued from Clark’s Gully in Naples

Published: 02/27/2019 @ 05:40 am | Updated: 02/27/2019 @ 05:41 am

Officials with the Department of Environmental Conservation have provided new details about an incident where a hiker had to be rescued from Clark’s Gully in Naples. Two men from Greece were participating in geocaching activities when one lost his footing. When it happened, he slid into the gully and was unable to get himself out due to icy conditions. DEC... more

Naples man airlifted from Yates County after tree falls on him

Published: 02/18/2019 @ 05:13 am

A Yates County man is recovering at Strong Memorial Hospital after a tree fell on him over the weekend. Deputies say 54-year-old Darryl Lemay, of Naples, was cutting trees on Northrup Hill Road in Potter when one of the trees fell the wrong direction. While Lemay tried to move out of the way – he tripped – and the tree... more

INSIDE THE FLX: Sheriff Kevin Henderson discusses potential policy changes, and future of Ontario County (podcast)

Published: 02/14/2019 @ 04:50 pm | Updated: 03/26/2019 @ 07:09 am

When Ontario County Sheriff Kevin Henderson succeeded longtime Sheriff Philip Povero, the focus was on transitioning smoothly. Now, more than 50 days after taking office – Sheriff Henderson is establishing himself as a leader, not only locally, but in the region. This week he joined FL1 News Intern Reporter Gabriel Pietrorazio in the FingerLakes1.com Studio to get an update, and... more

W-FL THURSDAY: Newark hands Wayne first league loss on final night; Whitman makes clean sweep of West

Published: 02/15/2019 @ 12:47 am | Updated: 02/15/2019 @ 01:48 pm

W-FL: Newark hands Wayne first league loss on final night; Whitman makes clean sweep of West

On the final night of the regular season for Section V boys basketball teams, several Wayne-Finger Lakes squads were in action. Although all three W-FL league titles had been decided, there were several games of importance heading into postseason play next week. The biggest game had Wayne visiting Newark in a rematch of a close contest in Ontario that the... more

W-FL WEDNESDAY: Newark tops Geneva on senior night; Girls close out regular season

Published: 02/14/2019 @ 12:25 am | Updated: 02/14/2019 @ 11:10 am

It was a busy night for Wayne-Finger Lakes teams after Tuesday’s snow day forced several games to be reschedule to Wednesday night. It was the final night of the regular season for Wayne-Finger Lakes girls teams as Sectional brackets are set. For the boys, it will be one more night of regular season play on Thursday night before the seedings... more

W-FL MONDAY: South Seneca, Gananda girls clinch league titles

Published: 02/12/2019 @ 12:04 am | Updated: 02/12/2019 @ 12:05 am

The South Seneca Lady Falcons won their 17th straight game on Monday night in Naples, defeating the Big Green 69-18. With the win South Seneca clinched the Finger Lakes West Championship. Meanwhile, the Gananda Lady Blue Panthers dropped a cross-over contest to local rival Wayne, 45-38, but still clinched the Wayne County Championship when Lyons defeated second-place Marion. Also on... more

SUNDAY CONVERSATION: Victor Supervisor Jack Marren discusses landfill, pressure from Albany, and more

Published: 02/10/2019 @ 12:17 am | Updated: 02/09/2019 @ 05:07 pm

Victor Town Supervisor Jack Marren, who will seek another term in this year’s election, and serves as the Chairman of the Ontario County Board of Supervisors has become a regional leader for the Finger Lakes. Ontario County is unique for Upstate New York. That’s largely due to the population increase that its seen in the last 7-8 years – while... more

W-FL FRIDAY: Newark spoils senior night in Waterloo; Midlakes girls clinch East title

Published: 02/09/2019 @ 10:33 am | Updated: 02/09/2019 @ 10:40 am

After a Senior Night ceremony in Waterloo in which legendary Newark coach Ron Ceravolo was honored pregame, the Newark Reds came up with a big 66-58 road win against the Indians. Jayden Peters exploded out of the gate with 15 first quarter points and the Reds built a 16 point lead in the third quarter before Waterloo came storming back... more

W-FL THURSDAY: Gananda, Marion girls post wins in Wayne County; South Seneca 1 win away from West title

Published: 02/07/2019 @ 11:29 pm | Updated: 02/07/2019 @ 11:30 pm

The Gananda Lady Blue Panthers and the Marion Lady Black Knights are seperated by just one-half game at the top of the Wayne County girls basketball standings. Both teams posted victories on Thursday night, Gananda’s coming on Senior Night over Red Creek. In the West, the South Seneca Lady Falcons rolled past Honeoye for their 16th straight win. With the... more

Sheriff: Naples man arrested after physical incident involving kids

Published: 02/07/2019 @ 02:29 pm

Ontario County Sheriff Kevin Henderson says a 37-year-old Naples resident was arrested following an investigation into a physical altercation, which occurred on January 22nd. Henderson reports that Justin P. Smith, 37, of Naples engaged in physical contact with a child victim, which included forcibly grabbing, shoving, and throwing a laundry basket. There were multiple children present, according to Sheriff Henderson,... more

W-FL WEDNESDAY: DeVaney scores 1,000th in Geneva win; Bloomfield tops Naples on Senior night

Published: 02/06/2019 @ 11:51 pm | Updated: 02/07/2019 @ 04:57 pm

W-FL WEDNESDAY: DeVaney scored 1,000th in Geneva win; Bloomfield tops Naples on Senior night

Waterloo girls varsity head coach Michael Bree said Wednesday night’s Finger Lakes East match-up with visiting Geneva was a “great battle”. His Lady Indians trailed 28-27 at halftime but pulled even at 47-47 with just 1:30 left in the game. Then, Geneva freshman Aniya Rowe hit a three pointer to give Geneva the lead for good as the Panthers won... more

W-FL TUESDAY: Kyle Slywka buzzer beater stuns Geneva; Blankenberg sets Wayne’s all-time scoring mark

Published: 02/06/2019 @ 12:13 am | Updated: 02/06/2019 @ 12:14 am

Waterloo trailed hosts Geneva by two with just 0.8 seconds to play in the 4th quarter of Tuesday night’s Finger Lakes East battle. Sophomore Kyle Slywka caught an inbounds pass right in front of his own bench and let a turn-around, fade-away shot from behind the arc go over a Geneva defender that found the bottom of the net to... more

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