del Lago wins top-honor again

Published: 07/19/2019 @ 05:44 am

Del Lago Resort & Casino announced on Thursday that it has received top honors at the 2019 Rochester Business Journal and The Daily Record Reader Rankings Awards. For the third year in a row, the resort and casino was named the Best Casino in the region. Del Lago Resort & Casino also received honors as one of the area’s top... more

Fire investigation team, Mercy Flight both respond to reported garage fire in Seneca Co.

Published: 07/16/2019 @ 08:18 am

First responders were called to a garage fire on State Route 414 in the Magee Fire District Monday afternoon. Several departments were initially called to the scene, which was described as a fully-involved garage fire. Magee Fire on scene of a working garage fire on Route 414, North Seneca Ambo also responding and first alarm requested. — SenecaCountyFireWire (@scfw_50) July... more

Osprey returns in Tyre (photo)

Published: 07/07/2019 @ 09:10 pm

An osprey returns home to nest with dinner for his brood in Tyre. Photo by Jack Wagener. more

Young promoted, Juliano out at del Lago Resort & Casino

Published: 07/02/2019 @ 10:14 am

There’s new leadership at the del Lago Resort & Casino. del Lago announced the promotion of Lance Young, vice president of gaming operations, to executive vice president and general manager on Tuesday. Young will be assuming the role formerly held by Mark Juliano, who has accepted the role of chief gaming officer at Baha Mar, a luxury casino and resort... more

EXPERIENCE IN SENECA: Primary for District Attorney in final days

Published: 06/24/2019 @ 06:40 am | Updated: 06/24/2019 @ 06:49 am

The two men squaring off Tuesday in a three-party primary election for Seneca County district attorney are touting their experience — albeit in different ways. Christopher Folk is leaning on the combination of his seven years as Waterloo town judge and his managerial skills in the high-tech sector, which he believes can improve how the DA’s office runs. “One of... more

McDonald’s 2015 Hepatitis A class action case settled

Published: 06/21/2019 @ 12:13 am | Updated: 06/21/2019 @ 12:13 am

Litigation involving a 2015 Hepatitis A scare at the McDonald’s Restaurant on Mound Road has been settled. Tuesday, State Supreme Court Justice Daniel Doyle approved a final order certifying a class of 1,073 plaintiffs and a settlement of just under $240 for each plaintiff. The June 18 hearing was to determine whether the proposed settlement is fair, reasonable and adequate... more

ISSUE OF WILL: Does enough support exist for a water authority in Seneca County?

Published: 06/16/2019 @ 11:22 am

Is it time for Seneca County to adopt the ‘authority’ model of providing water or sewer service to residents? While the Seneca County Board of Supervisors debates the prospect of a $24 million sewer consolidation project – they are also weighing the creation of an ‘authority’ to manage water or sewer. When County Manager Mitch Rowe assumed his role over... more

2019 Junior Golf Camp of the Finger Lakes opens July 1st

Published: 06/14/2019 @ 11:52 am | Updated: 06/14/2019 @ 11:52 am

The 2019 Junior Golf Camp of the Finger Lakes at Seneca Falls Country Club for ages 6 – 17 will be held on 4 Mondays in the month of July. This has become one of the most popular programs in the area with a cost of just $65 per child that includes instruction in all aspects of the game, lunch... more

Sports betting will officially begin at del Lago this summer

Published: 06/12/2019 @ 05:20 am | Updated: 06/12/2019 @ 11:25 pm

On Tuesday, gambling regulators in New York voted to allow sports betting at four upstate casinos- and Del Lago Resort and Casino in the Finger Lakes is on that list. Sports betting has been on high demand from Del Lago’s customers for awhile and their requests have finally been granted. General manager Mark Juliano said this new addition, officially called... more

Del Lago sports wagering could get OK this week

Published: 06/09/2019 @ 05:41 am | Updated: 06/10/2019 @ 05:47 am

Del Lago sports wagering could get OK Monday

The New York State Gaming Commission will vote Monday on adopting guidelines for sports wagering at four upstate casinos, including del Lago Resort & Casino. If the guidelines are approved, it will clear the way for the state-licensed casinos in Tyre, Schenectady, Monticello and Nichols to begin to offer sports-betting operations. The meeting will be 1 p.m. Monday in New... more

Overnight traffic stop results in aggravated DWI charge in Tyre

Published: 06/03/2019 @ 09:23 am

The Seneca County Sheriff’s Office reports that on June 1st at approximately 1 a.m. deputies arrested a Rochester resident on aggravated DWI charges. The arrest stems from a traffic stop on State Route 414 when 62-year-old Anne E. Steger, of Rochester was observed driving with an inadequate headlight – swerving into the opposite lane of traffic. Upon investigation it was... 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

DraftKings Sportsbook officially under construction at del Lago Resort & Casino

Published: 05/14/2019 @ 10:30 am | Updated: 05/14/2019 @ 08:40 pm

Del Lago Resort & Casino is one step closer to accepting sports betting wages as construction for DraftKings Sportsbook at del Lago is officially underway. The more than 6,000 square-foot lounge will be located on the casino floor near the entrance to The Vine Showroom. The luxurious sportsbook will boast a restaurant and bar, with seating for nearly 200 people.... more

Deputies seek information after pup left tied to tree in wooded area in Tyre

Published: 05/13/2019 @ 10:12 am

Investigation underway after pup left tied to tree in Tyre; suspects sought by deputies

Sheriff Tim Luce says his office is investigating an act of animal cruelty after a puppy was found tied to a tree in a remote, wooded area near the Route 31 Bridge in the Town of Tyre on May 9th. Luce says it appears that the suspect, or suspects, tied a rope tightly around the neck of the puppy and... more

Deputies: Two charged after reported fight at del Lago

Published: 05/13/2019 @ 09:56 am

The Seneca County Sheriff’s Office reports on May 11th at approximately 10:30 p.m. deputies responded to del Lago Casino for the report of a fight in progress. Upon arrival, security staff had Leah M. Race, 51, of Lafayette and Stephen M. Velarde, 51, of Rock Hill, South Carolina detained at the front entrance. After further investigation, it was discovered that... more

Mackenzie-Childs store in del Lago Casino closes

Published: 05/08/2019 @ 10:35 pm | Updated: 05/08/2019 @ 11:42 pm

Some changes have taken place at del Lago Resort and Casino. The Mackenzie-Childs store there is now closed. Savor New York was a 2,000 square foot space inside the casino that was filled with the iconic Mackenzie-Childs tabletop collections, furniture, and accessories. The company is encouraging customers to visit the shop in Aurora instead. LocalSYR.com: Read More more

Will upstate casinos be allowed to offer mobile sports betting in New York?

Published: 05/08/2019 @ 11:40 am

Efforts to allow four upstate casinos and ones run by Native American casinos to allow for mobile sports betting is getting a boost from key state lawmakers who have introduced a new bill to make it happen. The measure would let the four upstate casinos in the Southern Tier, Finger Lakes, Albany area and the Catskills to not only have... more

Wayne Co. man pleads to misdemeanor in del Lago threat case

Published: 05/06/2019 @ 05:26 am | Updated: 05/06/2019 @ 05:38 am

A Wayne County man who faced a felony charge after he allegedly threatened to shoot del Lago Resort & Casino staff has pleaded guilty to a misdemeanor. Acting District Attorney Mark Sinkiewicz said Scott Furey, 49, pleaded guilty Monday in Seneca County Court to third-degree criminal trespass. Furey, of Walworth, was accused of making a terroristic threat after he was... more

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