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Pal-Mac senior Olivia Keller is nominated for the 2018 U.S. Presidential Scholars Program

Pal-Mac senior Olivia Keller is nominated for the 2018 U.S. Presidential Scholars Program
Olivia Keller, a senior at Palmyra-Macedon High School, is one of 20 students in New York State to be nominated for the 2018 U.S. Presidential Scholars Program for Arts and Academics. She is the only student in the Finger Lakes area to be selected for this honor, which is among the nation’s highest recognition for secondary school students. New York... more

Weedsport second-graders raise $1,050 for Hurricane Irma relief

Weedsport second-graders raise ,050 for Hurricane Irma relief
More than $1,000 worth of gift cards is expected to arrive in the Florida Keys to help with Hurricane Irma relief, thanks to Mariesa Simon's second-grade class at Weedsport Elementary School. Over the summer, Simon thought about ways she could inspire the students. “I know I’m going to get to all of my curriculum, and I’m going to teach the... more

It’s a Wonderful Life Festival activities outlined by organizers

It’s a Wonderful Life Festival activities outlined by organizers
Many new events will be taking place at this weekend’s It’s A Wonderful Life Festival in ‘The Real Bedford Falls’, Seneca Falls, NY. This year’s annual IAWL Festival boasts more than 90 scheduled events during the three-day festival. “There is lots of excitement in this little town as we prepare for the over 15,000 visitors expected from all over the... more

Two Genevans earn Girl Scouts’ highest achievement

Two Genevans earn Girl Scouts’ highest achievement
Crystal Bulger and Sarah Conner graduated from Geneva High School earlier this year. They began their college journeys a couple of months later — Crystal at Finger Lakes Community College, Sarah at Rochester Institute of Technology. The Geneva natives started their post-high school lives with a distinction few young women accomplish. Not only have both 18-year-olds given back to their... more

Seneca Community Players to perform this weekend

Seneca Community Players to perform this weekend
Merry Christmas, George Bailey!, a live radio play based on the movie “It’s A Wonderful Life” will be performed Thursday, Saturday and Sunday in Seneca Falls. The Seneca Community Players who have been entertaining visitors to the annual It’s A Wonderful Life Festival with this reprisal of the original Lux Soap sponsored radio program from 1947, has gathered nearly two... more

In Groton, scout leaders spearhead volunteer recognition campaign

In Groton, scout leaders spearhead volunteer recognition campaign
Earlier this year, Groton residents Jennifer Dean, Monica Dykeman, Sara Knobel and Hayley Wheeler, were recognized as part of the Tompkins County Youth Services Department's “40 Caring Adults” campaign. Touched by the recognition, and inspired by the campaign, Dean and Wheeler, both Girl Scout leaders, were humbled to think about all the other wonderful adults who help make Groton a... more

Women’s March in Seneca Falls set to take place in January

Women’s March in Seneca Falls set to take place in January
Women March in Seneca Falls2018 (WMinSF) is hosting an opportunity to gather in solidarity on January 20, 2018, 10am, at Women’s Rights National Historical Park in Seneca Falls, birthplace of women’s rights in America. Plans are well-underway for a public celebration of the 1st Anniversary of the 700 historic women’s marches of 2017. The 2018 march and rally is called... more

Milestone event will celebrate grand re-opening of Finger Lakes Sausage & Beer in Geneva

Milestone event will celebrate grand re-opening of Finger Lakes Sausage & Beer in Geneva
The Geneva Area Chamber of Commerce has announced that it will be co-hosting its next Member Milestone Celebration on Thursday, December 14th. The event will include an Open House and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony to honor the official Grand Re-Opening of Finger Lakes Sausage & Beer, located on Linden Street in downtown Geneva. Originally opened in 2016, Finger Lakes Sausage &... more

Road closures announced ahead of ‘It’s a Wonderful Run’ in Seneca Falls

Road closures announced ahead of ‘It’s a Wonderful Run’ in Seneca Falls
On Monday the Town of Seneca Falls Police Department announced road closures and delays, which will be associated with this weekend’s ‘It’s a Wonderful Run 5K’ and ‘It’s a Wonderful Life Festival’. Officials say there will be traffic delays and detours. Roads in the area of the race will close around 4:40 pm on Saturday and not reopen until 6:30... more

FLX WEEKLY: December arrives, holiday season in full-swing (podcast)

FLX WEEKLY: December arrives, holiday season in full-swing (podcast)
We usher in the final month of 2017 this weekend and the holiday season is now in full swing across the Finger Lakes. Find out what holiday events are taking place around the region, see if we can expect any snow this weekend and get the full local sports outlook for the first weekend in December. Also, discuss the top... more

NY launches mobile app for Thruway travel

NY launches mobile app for Thruway travel
Just in time for the holidays, New York state is launching a mobile app to help motorists navigate the state Thruway. Democratic Gov. Andrew Cuomo's office announced the new program earlier this month. Available for free on iPhone and Android mobile devices, the app provides users with real-time traffic information as well as resources about services along the Thruway. It... more

Geneva Library to host “I Am Jazz” community reading event

Geneva Library to host “I Am Jazz” community reading event
Thursday December 7th from 5 pm to 7pm, the LGBTQ Center of the Finger Lakes and the Geneva Public Library will be participating with the Human Rights Campaign’s National “I Am Jazz” Community Book Reading. This evening program will include a children’s book reading of “I Am Jazz” in the Story Room followed by a fun coloring activity. In addition,... more

BID: Who won the Auburn Holiday Parade’s float contest?

BID: Who won the Auburn Holiday Parade’s float contest?
Auburns holiday festivities were brighter and more festive this year with the help of so many. Weeks of preparation paid off, with many to thank. I would like to thank Mayor Michael Quill, City Councilors Debby McCormick, Terry Cuddy, Dia Carabajal and Jimmy Giannettino, City Manager Jeff Dygert and City Clerk Chuck Mason for their enthusiasm, dedication and support for... more

Helming partners with Marine Corps League, supports Toys for Tots

Helming partners with Marine Corps League, supports Toys for Tots
Senator Pam Helming today announced that she is partnering with Marine Corps League Memorial Day Detachment No. 468 in Clyde to support the Toys for Tots program during the holiday season. Senator Helming’s District Office – located at 425 Exchange St. in Geneva – will serve as a collection point for new, unwrapped toys from now until Friday, Dec. 15.... more
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