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Local hospitals share millions through Excellus program
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Millions was shared between several local hospitals and health centers in the Finger Lakes and Central New York, according to officials with Excellus BlueCross BlueShield. Thirty-six upstate New York hospitals and health centers, including eight in the Finger Lakes region, last year …more
One dead after Marion fire along Cory Corners Rd.
16 hours ago
State Police confirmed late-Monday that a body was found inside the second fire first responders were called to in Wayne County yesterday. The fire was reported a little before 2 p.m. along Cory Corners Road in Marion. “We have located the body …more

Crews battle blaze at three-story home in Williamson (photos)
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Multiple departments were called to a structure fire at a three-family home on Ridge Road in Wayne County on Monday. The call came in around 9:30 a.m., and witnesses said the flames …more
WEEKLY DEALS: Beard Bros Giveaway, Ciccino’s 2 for 1 Happy Hour, Mardi Gras on Cayuga Lake & Coach’s Amazing Home Plate!
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This week marks another week of deals here in the heart of the Finger Lakes. There’s plenty to see, do, and more-importantly SAVE by checking out this week’s biggest deals! Be sure …more
2019 Section V Boys & Girls High School Basketball Tournament Brackets
3 days ago
The 2019 Sectional Playoffs begin next week for boys and girls high school basketball teams throughout the region. There are 19 tournaments to be contested by class to determine Sectional Championships. The …more

Williamson man charged with rape, forcible touching after investigation
A Wayne County man is being held on $10,000 bail after multiple charges were filed against him – including rape, forcible touching, and endangering the welfare of a …more
Wegmans temporarily lowering prices in shutdown aftermath
To help those still working to make ends meet after the extended government shutdown, Wegmans announced it is lowering prices temporarily for certain foods. Among other products, Wegman’s …more
Shoppers disappointed as Payless liquidates, shuts down all stores
Last week, Payless ShoeSource announced all of its stores in the United States and Puerto Rico will be closing – the latest retail chain falling victim to online …more
More info coming on Wayne school board members facing removal
The Wayne Central School District has offered signs it would give the public more information about two members of the school system’s board in danger of removal from …more
Proposed changes to home-care program assailed
Mary Talbo has lived with multiple sclerosis for 40 years, and over time, it has gotten progressively worse. “I have no arms or legs that work anymore,” said …more
Stormy morning at Sodus Point (photo)
A stormy, icy morning at Sodus Point. Photo by Jerome Davis.more
Deputies: Fair Haven man accused of grabbing, pushing resident during domestic incident
Deputies report the arrest of a Fair Haven man following an investigation into a domestic incident. Dylan C. Williamson, 25, of Fair Haven was charged with second-degree harassment …more
Bed bugs discovered at Sodus Rehab and Nursing Center
A local nursing home at the center of a year-long News10NBC investigation now has a bed bug problem. Patients and employees tell News10NBC that Sodus Rehabilitation and Nursing …more
New report shows Lake Ontario water levels higher now than before 2017 flooding
Margaret Keefe still thinks about it every time she looks outside. “I used to stand here and watch the water creep up over his property,” she says. “I …more
Wayne County man targeted by police agencies across country when arrested for child pornography
A Wayne County man convicted almost a decade ago on child pornography charges has been criminally charged again, and this time he was the target of four separate …more
FLX WEEKLY: Valentine’s Weekend in the Finger Lakes (podcast)
Join Jessica Lahr, Sydney Rogers, Josh Durso and Jim Sinicropi for a look at your week in the Finger Lakes and a look at the Valentine’s Day Weekend …more
Almost grown up (photo)
This nearly full-grown bald eagle was captured late last week. Photo by Cathy Contant.more
Gillibrand announces study of Finger Lakes as a National Heritage Area
U.S. Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand announced Wednesday that efforts to designate the Finger Lakes region as a National Heritage Area has cleared its first hurdle after it passed the …more
Despite new leadership Sodus Rehab and Nursing Center cited again by NYS
A nursing home at the center of a News10NBC investigation continues to get cited by the state of New York. New inspection records show Sodus Rehabilitation and Nursing …more
A REALLY SWEET TREAT: Group of students go extra mile to make Valentines Day special in Newark
Some lucky staff and students at Newark High School and Newark Middle School received a really sweet treat today, and it wasn’t in the typical form of Valentines …more
Headwater Food Hub does fresh produce in Wayne County
Wouldn’t it be great if you could get your fruits, vegetables, meats, and other groceries from a variety of local farms and have that food delivered directly to …more
Are you receiving a smaller refund this tax season? Here’s why
Tax season is in full swing but many aren’t happy with their returns as refunds shrink while others wind up owing the Internal Revenue Service, or IRS. They’re …more
THE DEBRIEF: Splitting NYS, upcoming elections, and increasing engagement (podcast)
Check out a special Wednesday Edition of The Debrief Podcast exclusively on FingerLakes1.com. Jackie Augustin joins Josh Durso to break down the latest headlines, which include local election …more
Rep. Reed lends support to bill funding more school resource officers
Rep. Tom Reed is among 11 members of Congress who are proposing a bill to fund hiring additional school resource officers. The School Resource Officer Act was introduced …more
Marion school gets ready for spring musical, tickets go on sale later this month
Marion Central School and their award winning musical performances are at it again. On March 8th and 9th 60 students will be involved with executing another spring program. …more
Wayne County 1961 homicide case still open
Nearly 60 years after a Wayne County teenager was beaten and shot at a gas station, state police are asking for the public’s help in the case. In …more
Crews work to free ATV from Sodus Bay after apparent rescue on Tuesday (photo)
A rescue took place during the morning hours along Sodus Bay after an apparent incident involving an ATV. People could be seen working along Sodus Bay during the …more
Wayne Central School Board members accused of ‘official misconduct’
A pair of Wayne Central School District Board of Education members are possibly going to be ousted over ‘official misconduct’ allegations. Details are still pretty murky at this …more
Finger Lakes jails profiting off some of state’s highest inmate phone rates
nmates in the Monroe County Jail are paying some of the highest phone rates in the state — and three times that of some nearby counties, a new …more
Manktelow introduces legislation to protect domestic violence victims, and their unborn children
Assemblyman Brian Manktelow (R,C,I,Ref-Lyons) and Assemblyman Michael Reilly (R-South Shore) announced the intention to introduce legislation to protect not only women who are victims of domestic violence but …more
NRW senior receives biomedical photo communication award
North Rose-Wolcott senior Hannah Cook’s photo, “Sunflower Dreams,” was recently named a recipient of the Biomedical Photo Communication Award at the Start Here 2019 exhibition. Cook was recognized …more
Public invited to derelict properties meeting in Wayne
A second public meeting to reveal the results of the Wayne County Derelict Properties Strategy project will be held at the Cornell Cooperative Extension building, 1581 Route 88 …more
Local officials testify to restore AIM funding after Cuomo’s proposed cut leaves many reeling
Restore the funding. With local officials from across New York State at the Capitol today testifying before the state Legislature’s fiscal committees on the impact of Governor Andrew …more
UPSTATE HOOPS: Wayne Eagles & Lyons Lions in-studio (podcast)
Student-athletes from the top two boys basketball teams in the Wayne-Finger Lakes this season are in-studio to talk about their seasons and the post season ahead on the …more
Newark students earn MLK Jr. Student Service awards
Two Newark Central School District students have been awarded the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Student Service awards. They are presented annually at the W.A.R.E. (Wayne Action …more

Local hospitals share millions through Excellus program
Millions was shared between several local hospitals and health centers in the Finger Lakes and Central New York, according to officials with Excellus BlueCross BlueShield. Thirty-six upstate New York hospitals and health centers, including eight in the Finger Lakes region, last year shared $25.7 million in quality improvement incentives from Excellus BlueCross BlueShield. The nonprofit health insurer’s performance incentive program...
One dead after Marion fire along Cory Corners Rd.
State Police confirmed late-Monday that a body was found inside the second fire first responders were called to in Wayne County yesterday. The fire was reported a little before 2 p.m. along Cory Corners Road in Marion. “We have located the body of an adult elderly female at that location. We believe it’s the person we assumed it to be...
SECTIONAL HOOPS PRIMER: This week’s Wayne-Finger Lakes match-ups & FL1 Sports live broadcast schedule
The Section V boys and girls postseason high school basketball tournament gets underway Tuesday night with all Wayne-Finger Lakes teams in action. By Saturday night, the semifinal match-ups will be set in each of the 19 different classifications vying for a Sectional Championship. Below is this week’s complete schedule of games, FL1 Sports live stream schedule, and all the tournament...
DAILY FORECAST: Quiet day, then chance for mixed precipitation on Wednesday
The forecast will be quiet today, after an active Monday in the Finger Lakes. That doesn’t mean there won’t be any snow showers at all. Tompkins, Cortland, and Broome counties will see snow showers this morning after some lake effect snow developed overnight. The National Weather Service says it should taper quickly this morning – leaving only an inch, or...