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Waterloo driver arrested for DWI after 911 call
A late-night traffic complaint led Waterloo police to arrest a woman for driving while intoxicated and operating a vehicle without a valid license. Jacey L. Lansdowne, 34, of Waterloo, was taken into custody on August ... more
Ovid woman charged with drugged driving in Fayette
A Seneca County woman faces multiple charges after deputies say she was driving under the influence of drugs and in possession of methamphetamine and prescription pills. Sara R. Dove, 31, of Ovid, was arrested around ... more
Newark man faces charges after fleeing Waterloo police stop
A Newark man is facing multiple charges after allegedly trying to flee police during a traffic stop early Saturday morning in Waterloo. According to the Waterloo Police Department, Brian D. Vanwinkle, 32, was arrested around ... more
Seneca County Sheriff warns of donation scam targeting residents
The Seneca County Sheriff's Office is warning residents about a scam involving fake donation requests claiming to benefit the Ovid Fire Department. Officials said individuals have received calls or messages asking for money on behalf ... more
Ovid man charged after violating protection order at DSS office
A man was arrested in Geneva after police say he violated a court-issued order of protection during a visit to the Department of Social Services. Michael A. Dove, 35, of Ovid, was taken into custody ... more
Multiple officers injured as violence intensifies at Five Points Correctional Facility
A series of violent incidents at Five Points Correctional Facility has left multiple staff members injured and raised urgent concerns about officer safety within New York’s prison system. Over a span of several weeks, officers ... more
Lodi audit finds widespread mismanagement in town hall renovation project
A state audit has found that the Town of Lodi failed at nearly every stage of managing its town hall capital project, resulting in significant delays, cost overruns, and the risk of losing state grant ... more
Lodi father and son arrested on weapons charges
A father and son from Lodi were arrested this week after investigators discovered a cache of illegally possessed firearms and ammunition in their home, according to the Seneca County Sheriff’s Office. Keith S. Dickinson, 72, ... more
Mac’s Drive-In serves nostalgia and root beer in Waterloo
Mac’s Drive-In in Waterloo is a Finger Lakes favorite, known for its old-school curb service and retro charm. This roadside staple along Route 5&20 has drawn crowds for over 50 years. They’re one of the ... more
Grants fuel Ovid’s push to revitalize downtown
Ovid is receiving a major boost through multiple grants aimed at rebuilding and reimagining its downtown and surrounding areas, according to the Finger Lakes Times. A $1.5 million EPA grant will fund environmental assessments at ... more
Why the ‘little queen of puddles’ thrives in the Finger Lakes
Don’t let the name fool you—despite being called the Louisiana Waterthrush, this elusive bird is neither a thrush nor particularly tied to Louisiana. Instead, it’s a rare and sensitive warbler that finds a crucial summer ... more
Seneca Falls police seek man wanted for assault
The Seneca Falls Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in locating 37-year-old Nathaniel J. Wright, who is wanted for failing to appear in court on a charge of third-degree assault. Wright is described ... more
National Women’s Hall of Fame receives $175K matching grant
The National Women’s Hall of Fame in Seneca Falls has secured a $175,000 matching grant from Forward Global to support its mission of advancing gender equity through education, exhibits, and storytelling. The funding comes from ... more
Copiague man charged with DWI after Waterloo traffic stop
A Long Island man was arrested early Tuesday morning after a traffic stop in the Town of Waterloo led to charges of driving while intoxicated and operating a vehicle with a suspended license. Kenneth C ... more
Farmland donation near Cayuga Lake funds conservation internships
A 73-acre stretch of scenic farmland in Tompkins County has been permanently protected, thanks to a donation by longtime Finger Lakes Land Trust member Sandy Hill. The Finger Lakes Land Trust (FLLT) announced it finalized ... more
Juvenile charged after domestic incident in Seneca Falls
A juvenile was arrested Monday in connection with a domestic incident that escalated into physical violence, according to police in Seneca Falls. The arrest followed an investigation by the Town of Seneca Falls Police Department ... more
Man accused of stealing from Seneca Falls business
A man was arrested Tuesday after allegedly taking merchandise from a local business without paying, according to police in Seneca Falls. Robert Nageldinger, 53, of Seneca Falls, was charged with petit larceny following an investigation ... more
Waterloo parish hosts info night for children’s faith program
St. Francis-St. Clare Parish will hold an informational session on August 13 for parents and volunteers interested in a new faith formation program for young children. The event begins at 6:30 p.m. at the parish ... more
Lodi voltage improves, but concerns remain
Recent repairs by NYSEG brought temporary relief to Lodi’s long-standing low-voltage issues, according to the Finger Lakes Times. On July 21, the utility installed voltage regulators after Supervisor Lucas Latini filed a formal complaint and ... more
