Superintendent Christopher Brown says he’s ready to lead Marcus Whitman

Published: 09/04/2019 @ 06:52 am

As a new school year begins, Christopher Brown looks at a big opportunity to lead the Marcus Whitman Central School District. He sees himself as one of the individuals who can have a big impact on students lives. And he brings an important mix of experience – at both small and large districts. “Of all the people who can make... 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

Former West Genesee Superintendent hired at Marcus Whitman Central School District

Published: 04/10/2019 @ 05:34 am | Updated: 04/10/2019 @ 05:37 am

Former West Genesee Superintendent Dr. Chris Brown has been hired to the same position at another district in Upstate New York. According to the Marcus Whitman Central School District website, Brown will begin as that district’s superintendent July 1st. “We are very excited to welcome Dr. Chris Brown to the Marcus Whitman School District,” says Board of Education President Sheila... more

SUNDAY CONVERSATION: Steve Griffin talks Penn Yan’s big DRI win, and continued success in Yates County

Published: 03/24/2019 @ 12:15 am | Updated: 03/24/2019 @ 08:20 am

Scream louder than the pessimists. That’s how Steve Griffin has approached his role as CEO of the Finger Lakes Economic Development Center. But, now that he’s been in the position for more than a decade – and closing in on his 12th year of service for the FLDC – the hard work is paying off. While Yates is a rural... more

Rep. Reed, Google at Marcus Whitman for program with middle school students

Published: 03/21/2019 @ 02:32 pm | Updated: 03/22/2019 @ 12:41 am

On Thursday, Google and U.S. Representative Tom Reed (R – NY23) paid a visit to Marcus Whitman Middle School to deliver the company’s Computer Science First Roadshow, a computer science education presentation developed by Google, to a group of over 80 students. Google employees delivered the hour-long presentation, which focuses on teaching students both problem solving and technical coding skills... more

Crews respond to crash involving truck along Route 245 in Yates County

Published: 03/04/2019 @ 08:59 am | Updated: 03/04/2019 @ 09:01 am

First responders are on-scene of a crash on Route 245 in Yates County. Reports indicate that the crash involved a school bus, which was waiting to turn and ultimately was not involved – and a truck. The accident happened a little after 8:30 a.m. near Robson Road along Route 245. Witness reports indicate that the bus was not struck by... 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

RADIO REPLAY: Newark & South Seneca go for Section V titles on Saturday morning (FL1 Sports)

Published: 03/01/2019 @ 01:38 am | Updated: 03/02/2019 @ 02:44 pm

CHAMPIONSHIP TRIPLE-HEADER TONIGHT: Lyons faces Red Jacket; Midlakes girls & Marcus Whitman go for titles (FL1 Sports)

Rise and shine basketball fans! FingerLakes1.com was live at 8:45 AM as Newark takes on Greece-Odyssey bright and early in the Blue Cross Arena in the Class B1 Championship game followed by South Seneca vs. Oakfield-Alabama at Victor High School for the girls Class C3 title. Full audio replay or the broadcasts are below with video replays coming up later... more

RADIO REPLAY: Lyons faces Red Jacket; Midlakes girls & Marcus Whitman go for titles (FL1 Sports)

Published: 03/01/2019 @ 01:29 am | Updated: 03/02/2019 @ 12:13 am

Friday night kicked off Championship Weekend on FingerLakes1.com with three title games streamed live on FL1 Radio. Jim Sinicropi & Rhett Ticconi were live from the Blue Cross Arena for a double-header beginning at 6:45 pm. Dave Barnick & Jerry Anderson were at Caledonia-Mumford High School as the Midlakes Lady Screaming Eagles went for their second straight sectional title on... 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

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 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

W-FL THURSDAY: South Seneca Lady Falcons hold off Red Jacket for key FL West win

Published: 01/25/2019 @ 12:12 am

The South Seneca Lady Falcons entered Thursday night’s Finger Lakes West contest against Red Jacket on a 12-game winning streak. Red Jacket brought a 7-game winning streak to the Jack Guinan Gymnasium in Ovid. Something had to give, and it was the Lady Falcons grinding out a 52-42 win in a game that was close throughout. South Seneca held Red... more

Eight local wrestlers claim first place at Wayne-Finger Lakes Invitational

Published: 01/22/2019 @ 02:31 pm | Updated: 01/22/2019 @ 02:33 pm

With winter storm Harper in full effect there was some doubt that there wouldn’t even be a Wayne-Finger Lakes Invitational this weekend. Time slots were moved up, however, and luckily and all matches were completed before too much snowfall occurred. Eight local wrestlers claimed possession of their respective weight class early Saturday afternoon — including one from Marcus Whitman-Penn Yan,... more

W-FL FRIDAY: Mynderse defense stifles Newark; Gananda girls top Marion to grab league lead; Naples’ Autumn Kunes scores 1,000th

Published: 01/19/2019 @ 01:33 am | Updated: 01/19/2019 @ 01:56 am

The young Mynderse Blue Devils have been struggling with just a pair of league wins heading into Newark on Friday night. They would be looking to avenge their 21 point loss at home to the Reds back on December 7th. With Newark coming off a big road win at Geneva on Tuesday, the Blue Devils would enter the game as... more

Driver ticketed for having suspended license after hitting Whitman school bus

Published: 01/17/2019 @ 09:35 am | Updated: 01/18/2019 @ 08:50 am

Marcus Whitman school bus involved in accident on East Lake Rd.

Deputies have provided an update to the crash on Thursday involving a Marcus Whitman school bus. Around 7:20 deputies were called to the scene on Route 364. Deputies say Marjorie Albert, 53, was operating the school bus when she stopped to pick up a student. At that time, a vehicle operated by V.C. Breckenridge, 50, of Canandaigua struck the rear... more

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