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West Niles Fire Department audit shows lack of financial activity oversight

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West Niles Fire Department audit shows lack of financial activity oversight
An audit of the West Niles Fire Department cites a lack of documentation and clarity of financial activities. The audit was released by the New York State Comptroller’s Office for the audit period of Jan. 1, 2016 – July 26, 2017; with an objective to determine if the board of directors provided adequate oversight of operations “to ensure financial activity... more

NLRB finds Cayuga Medical Center unlawfully fired two nurses to ‘rid itself of the union …

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NLRB finds Cayuga Medical Center unlawfully fired two nurses to ‘rid itself of the union …
The National Labor Relations Board has found Cayuga Medical Center unlawfully fired two nurses “in an effort to rid itself of the union organizing drive,” a decision released Tuesday states. From January to April 2017, the NLRB held a hearing in Ithaca to investigate a case involving two nurses at Cayuga Medical Center. On Tuesday, Administrative Law Judge Kimberly Sorg-Graves,... more

Agriculture society’s plans for Emerson Park may conflict with master plan

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Agriculture society’s plans for Emerson Park may conflict with master plan
The Cayuga County Agricultural Society has proposed erecting at least two buildings on the eastern side of Emerson Park for its annual fair, but local officials are concerned that they could impact current recreation and other proposals. The agricultural society moved its fair from Weedsport to Emerson Park last year, and expects to host the summer event at the Owasco... more

Penn Yan throttles Newark; Burri scores 1,000th point in Midlakes loss (W-FL round-up 1/9)

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Penn Yan throttles Newark; Burri scores 1,000th point in Midlakes loss (W-FL round-up 1/9)
League play was in full swing for the Finger Lakes East on Tuesday night with the biggest news coming out of Newark as the Penn Yan Mustangs blew the Reds out of their own gym winning 61-36. Marty Gibson’s Mustangs opened up a 26-11 halftime lead and then built the lead to 44-19 at the end of the third quarter.... more

WINTER RETURNS: Brief ‘thaw’ will be ended by extreme cold, possible storm this weekend

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WINTER RETURNS: Brief ‘thaw’ will be ended by extreme cold, possible storm this weekend
Three days of above-normal temperatures. Those are words that many in the Finger Lakes have been waiting for, and looking forward to after the recent cold snap, which lasted more than two weeks. FLX Weather Meteorologist Drew Montreuil says that it’s going to be an incredible active stretch of weather, filled with multiple storm systems, above-normal temperatures, and the possibility... more

Deputies: Seneca Falls woman was under influence of drugs, car ended up in snowy ditch

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Deputies: Seneca Falls woman was under influence of drugs, car ended up in snowy ditch
Seneca County Sheriff Tim Luce reports the arrest of a Seneca Falls woman following the report of a car off the road. Deputies determined that Linda Wells, 60, was driving in Fayette on State Route 414 when her vehicle went off the road and became stuck in a ditch filled with snow. The Sheriff’s Office further asserts that Wells was... more

Seneca Falls man switched family member’s plates, drove on suspended license

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Seneca Falls man switched family member’s plates, drove on suspended license
Police say a Seneca Falls man removed license plates from a family member’s car, then placed them on an unregistered vehicle. The Seneca Falls Police Department arrested Jonathan J. Tuttle, 28, following a traffic complaint. Police say Tuttle removed license plates from a family member’s vehicle, placed them on his own, unregistered vehicle, then operated the vehicle with a suspended... more

Vacation property in Seneca Falls a ‘total loss’ after overnight blaze

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Vacation property in Seneca Falls a ‘total loss’ after overnight blaze
Around 11:35 pm on Tuesday, members of the Seneca Falls Fire Department, and other first responders were called to a structure fire at 2273 Lake Road Spur. The Seneca Falls Fire Department, North Seneca Ambulance, and Seneca Falls Police Department were dispatched immediately. Crews arrived on scene reporting heavy smoke and fire coming from the structure. Additional units from the... more

ZOTOS HAS NEW OWNERS: Future of Geneva facility, jobs unknown amid transition

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ZOTOS HAS NEW OWNERS: Future of Geneva facility, jobs unknown amid transition
Zotos International has been sold. After 30 years as part of the Shiseido Company of Japan, Zotos International Inc., has a new owner, according to reporting by the Finger Lakes Times. The sale itself could mean little locally, or it could have a significant impact on the Geneva-based operation. Officials from the facility have remained tight-lipped about the sale, and... more

Canandaigua man violated order of protection by attempting to break through window

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Canandaigua man violated order of protection by attempting to break through window
Canandaigua Police say a 21-year-old Bristol Street resident faces multiple charges after violating a stay away order of protection. On Monday at approximately 2:29 am, police arrested Alec W. Linn, 21, for aggravated family offense, second-degree criminal contempt, and second-degree attempted criminal trespass. Linn is accused of attempting to gain access to the protected party’s home through a window. The... more

Victor woman faces drug charge after traffic stop

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Victor woman faces drug charge after traffic stop
A 20-year-old Victor woman was arrested on multiple charges following a traffic stop in Canandaigua. According to police, Alexandria N. Slezak, 20, of Victor was charged with seventh-degree criminal possesion of a controlled substance, second-degree aggravated unlicensed operator, unlicensed operator and failure to obey a traffic control device. The charges stem from a traffic stop after making a right turn... more

Canandaigua resident faces child endangerment charges

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Canandaigua resident faces child endangerment charges
A 37-year-old Canandaigua resident was arrested on child endangerment charges after an incident on New Years Day. According to police, Starbuck F. Beagley, 37, was charged with unlawfully dealing with a child and endangering the welfare of a child after allegedly grabbing a juvenile by the ankle and pulling her across a bed in an attempt to get her phone... more

Local officials react to airport funding in Ontario, Seneca and Wayne counties

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Local officials react to airport funding in Ontario, Seneca and Wayne counties
Three area airport projects will be getting funding, thanks in part to efforts by Senator Pam Helming (R-54) and other local leaders. Canandaigua Airport, Finger Lakes Regional Airport in Seneca Falls, and Williamson-Sodus Airport – all received funding under the Aviation Capital Grant Program. These projects are a part of the $5 million that was awarded to six projects in... more

Big break for seniors? Republicans aim to slash property taxes for elderly

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Big break for seniors? Republicans aim to slash property taxes for elderly
Senior citizens in New York could see a big property-tax break and all other homeowners would get a larger tax rebate under a proposal unveiled Tuesday by the Republican-led state Senate. The $5 billion plan over 10 years, senators said, would help lower property taxes in New York, which is among the most expensive places to live in the nation.... more

FLX WEEKLY: More brutal winter weather ahead this weekend? (podcast)

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FLX WEEKLY: More brutal winter weather ahead this weekend? (podcast)
On Wednesday’s edition of FLX Weekly, Jessica Lahr, Jim Sinicropi and Josh Durso recap this week’s top local news and sports, share some great local photos from the past several days, and take a look at the weekend ahead in the Finger Lakes. . more

del Lago Resort & Casino looks back at community outreach efforts in 2017

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del Lago Resort & Casino looks back at community outreach efforts in 2017
As it approaches its first anniversary, del Lago Resort and Casino is reflecting back on a triumphant first year in many regards, but its Community Outreach and Giving Program is especially meaningful over the holidays and cold, winter months. “del Lago values being a part of this magnificent community which has welcomed and embraced us, and as a good neighbor,... more
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