Algae bloom appears near FLX Welcome Center in Geneva; busy HAB season on Seneca Lake

Published: 10/10/2019 @ 10:50 am | Updated: 10/11/2019 @ 07:07 am

Even more HABs spotted along Seneca Lake over las

Bill Roege, who recently took over as HABs Director for Seneca Lake Pure Waters Association, says the last seven days have proven to be busy for volunteers working around Seneca Lake to identify harmful algal blooms. Last week, Frank DiOrio was a guest on FingerLakes1.com’s Sunday Conversation, outlining some of the things that SLPWA had seen throughout the season. The... more

Ontario County Landfill plans more wells to combat odor

Published: 09/18/2019 @ 06:47 am

Casella Waste Systems announced Monday it will begin installing more methane collection wells at the Ontario County Landfill, beginning Wednesday. Casella officials said there has been light landfill odor along the eastern side of the 389-acre landfill on County Road 5. The drilling rig will arrive Wednesday. Officials said those attending an open house at the landfill Saturday may get... more

Chiming to the breeze (photo)

Published: 09/16/2019 @ 08:13 am

These old wind chimes were almost vertical during Friday nights winds near the Town of Stanley. Photo by Shelly Lannon. more

‘EYE ON THE COURTS’: Volunteers, publication serves as judicial watchdog in Ontario County

Published: 09/03/2019 @ 04:00 am | Updated: 10/13/2019 @ 11:10 pm

The Geneva Court Watch Coordinating Committee has recently released its summer 2019 edition of its periodic publication, “Eye on the Courts,” which celebrates its 51st issue. Founded in 2000, the Geneva Court Watch Coordinating Committee was created as an outgrowth from the League of Women Voters of Geneva. With assistance from Rochester’s League of Women Voters and their well-established court... more

Bicyclist in critical condition at Strong after being hit by pickup truck in Ontario County

Published: 07/02/2019 @ 09:25 pm | Updated: 07/02/2019 @ 09:26 pm

The Ontario County Sheriff’s Office reports that around 9:12 a.m. deputies responded to an accident involving a pickup truck and bicyclist. Deputies say James Eldredge, 59, of Stanley was traveling west on County Road 23 when he struck Michael Tiffany, 61, of Newark – who was operating a bicycle on the roadway. Investigation determined that Eldredge drifted to the shoulder... more

FingerLakes1.com launches Patreon to support continued growth in local digital content

Published: 05/28/2019 @ 12:44 pm

FingerLakes1.com launches Patreon to continue growth in digital content

FingerLakes1.com has officially launched a Patreon Support model, for readers, viewers, and listeners who want to support our mission. For 20 years now, FingerLakes1.com has focused on delivering news and information in a unique, interactive way and on a relentless, 24/7. 365 day a year publishing schedule. Whether that’s live-streaming local high school basketball throughout the winter, or showcasing in-depth... more

SUNDAY CONVERSATION: Henderson brothers talk leading Brighton PD, Ontario Co. Sheriff’s Office

Published: 05/05/2019 @ 04:00 am | Updated: 04/29/2019 @ 10:37 am

It’s not often that brothers share a career path. In this case, while not precisely the same – Ontario County Sheriff Kevin Henderson and Brighton PD Chief of Police Mark Henderson have not only followed a similar career trajectory – but have grown to lead two important agencies in the region. This week they discuss modern policing together, talk about... more

Geneva residents blast Casella over landfill odor

Published: 03/09/2019 @ 01:06 pm

“There is too much trash and not enough accountability. This operation has run roughshod over this county for years.” Those were the words of Geneva resident Jim Hogan, one of several people who criticized Casella Waste Systems over the ongoing odor problem at the Ontario County Landfill during Thursday night’s county Board of Supervisors meeting. Before Hogan and others addressed... more

CHAMPIONSHIP REWIND: Watch all of this weekend’s Sectional Championship games on FL1 Sports

Published: 03/03/2019 @ 11:18 am | Updated: 03/03/2019 @ 09:31 pm

Six Wayne-Finger Lakes high school teams competed for Sectional Championships on Friday and Saturday night. Settle in for a day long marathon of all the games that aired live on FL1 Radio, restreamed with full video. Our schedule for the video replays is below along with FL1 Sports live broadcast schedule for the next 3 days… Lyons vs. Red Jacket... more

Marcus Whitman boys fall to C.G. Finney in Class C1 final at the Blue Cross Arena

Published: 03/02/2019 @ 01:37 am

Marcus Whitman boys fall to C.G. Finney in Class C1 final game at the Blue Cross Arena

Charles G. Finney used a big run in the second and third quarters to pull away for a 63-42 win over top-seeded Marcus Whitman in the Section V class C1 final. Leading 23-17 midway through the second period, Keegan Ocorr invigorated the Charles G. Finney Falcons with 12 points during a 22-4 run to take a 45-21 edge in the... more

W-FL BOCES teacher receives NYS educator of excellence award

Published: 02/17/2019 @ 06:56 am | Updated: 02/17/2019 @ 06:57 am

Julie Harrington, who is commonly known as ‘chef’ in the Wayne-Finger Lakes BOCES system was awarded the 2019 New York State Educator of Excellence Award. Julie is the instructor of the Culinary Arts program at Finger Lakes Technical and Career Center in Stanley. Chef Harrington was chosen for her passion, commitment, and creativity. “I am truly excited and blown away,”... 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

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 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

WEBCAST REPLAY: Midlakes girls battle Mynderse followed by Whitman versus Mynderse boys (FL1 Sports)

Published: 02/04/2019 @ 07:00 am | Updated: 02/04/2019 @ 10:16 pm

MONDAY NIGHT BASKETBALL: Midlakes girls battle Mynderse followed by Whitman versus Mynderse boys (FL1 Sports)

A Monday night high school basketball doubleheader from Seneca Falls will featured a Finger Lakes East girls varsity match-up followed by an intriguing East-West boys cross-over game. First, the league leading Midlakes Lady Screaming Eagles take on the Mynderse Lady Blue Devils. Then, Finger Lakes West leadeing Marcus Whitman brings their 12 game winning stream into Mynderse to take on... more

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