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Court vacates Penn Yan drug dealer’s life sentence

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Court vacates Penn Yan drug dealer’s life sentence
An appeals court has ruled a potential life sentence in prison is not proper for a Penn Yan man. In a recent decision, the Fourth Judicial Department of state Supreme Court’s Appellate Division ordered that the case of Reginald Boykins be sent back to Yates County Court for resentencing. Penn Yan police arrested Boykins in 2012 after he sold drugs... more

Stormy weather possible on Tuesday; but remainder of week looks good

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Stormy weather possible on Tuesday; but remainder of week looks good
It’s going to feel like summer through the evening hours, but change is on the horizon — even if it’s only temporary. Sunny skies and high temperatures near 80 will make it feel like mid-June in the Finger Lakes — but temperatures will be lower, with the higher risk for storms and rain on Tuesday. FLX Weather Meteorologist Drew Montreuil... more

PERMISSION GRANTED: Tops will close underperforming stores after court decision

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PERMISSION GRANTED: Tops will close underperforming stores after court decision
A bankruptcy judge has given a local grocery chain the green light to close ‘unprofitable stores’ in the coming weeks. It’s not clear what Tops locations might close — but Judge Robert Drain of U.S. Bankruptcy Court in the Southern District of New York approved the request of Tops to close unprofitable stores and to hold store closing sales before shutting them... more

FARMING IN THE FINGER LAKES: A great future for beef in the Finger Lakes

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FARMING IN THE FINGER LAKES: A great future for beef in the Finger Lakes
“Beef production in the Finger Lakes is on the rise, and the future appears to be very promising and poised for growth,” said John Kriese, current president of the New York Beef Producers Association. Kriese, a third-generation beef cattle producer, is the owner of Spring Pond Farm and co-owner of Finger Lakes Cattle Co. in Branchport as well as Penn... more

Lawsuit says Feher owes creditors, labor department millions of dollars

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Lawsuit says Feher owes creditors, labor department millions of dollars
Feher Rubbish owes a lot more than just some additional visits to pick up customer’s trash. A lawsuit filed in state Supreme Court claims the company owes its creditors and New York State millions of dollars. The lawsuit filed by Solvay Bank says the garbage removal company — which abruptly ceased operations last week — has outstanding balances on its... more

Strong thunderstorms possible in parts of FLX

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Strong thunderstorms possible in parts of FLX
Stormy weather is coming to the Finger Lakes on Tuesday. While it won’t be a continual rain, or even frequent thunderstorm activity — there will be some points throughout the day that get soggy. According to forecasters there will be two primary opportunities for rain and thunder throughout the region. The first will come early this morning. By mid-morning that... more

Strong thunderstorms possible through Friday

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Strong thunderstorms possible through Friday
Straight from winter to summer? Apparently. The Finger Lakes experienced the warmest day of the year on Wednesday — as temperatures climbed well into the 80s for the first time. And after last week’s cold weather — it felt like a shift from winter, to summer. Now, on the second day of unseasonably warm conditions — a risk for strong... more

Rochester man charged with Bath larceny

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Rochester man charged with Bath larceny
Steuben County Sheriff Jim Allard reports that on April 27th deputies arrested a 41-year-old Rochester resident following a reported robbery. Anthony B. Larkin, 41, was arrested after an alleged larceny on Victory Lane in Bath, New York. Deputies responded to a report of a robbery in progress and the subsequent investigation revealed that a larceny had occurred. It is alleged... more

Abby Wambach still going places, next is NYSPHSAA Hall of Fame

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Abby Wambach still going places, next is NYSPHSAA Hall of Fame
Long before Abby Wambach became one of the world’s greatest soccer players, she was a student-athlete at Our Lady of Mercy. Wambach was an exceptional soccer and basketball player at that high school. The New York State Public High School Athletic Association will recognize Wambach’s playing days at Mercy and her many accomplishments since then by inducting her into the... more

NWS: Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued for Finger Lakes

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NWS: Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued for Finger Lakes
Latest – 4 p.m. The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for the entire region until 9 p.m. A line of strong to severe thunderstorms are expected to develop and move eastward along a frontal boundary. The clash of cooler, dry air – along with the warm, muggy air ahead of the front is creating enough instability... more

Assemblyman Bob Oaks announces he will not seek re-election

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Assemblyman Bob Oaks announces he will not seek re-election
Below is a statement from Assemblyman Bob Oaks on his pending retirement from state politics. “Today, I am announcing that I will not be seeking re-election to the New York State Assembly this fall for the 130th district covering all of Wayne County and portions of Cayuga and Oswego Counties. Is has been an incredible experience and amazing opportunity over... more

Keep Calm and Have a Finger Lakes Beer

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Keep Calm and Have a Finger Lakes Beer
The craft beer scene is exploding nationwide. If you want to soak in the suds, there’s never been a better time to do so than in the past few years, and the beer expansion is showing few signs of slowing down. So, with all this good stuff to drink, how does one even start to taste? Well, with a glass... more

Rochester woman charged with felony DWI in Ontario

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Rochester woman charged with felony DWI in Ontario
Deputies say a 39-year-old Rochester woman was arrested for felony driving while intoxicated after a traffic stop on State Route 104 in the Town of Ontario this week. The incident happened on Thursday around 2:56 a.m. when Jennifer L. Bisig, 39, was stopped on Route 104 for a traffic violation. Upon investigation it was determined that she was intoxicated and... more

Finger Lakes will warm up, feeling like early-summer by Wednesday

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Finger Lakes will warm up, feeling like early-summer by Wednesday
Feeling a little chilly after this past weekend? It’s going to feel like early-summer this week, as temperatures climb into the 70s and even approach 80 degrees. The snow showers that the the region saw on Sunday, as temperatures struggled to get into the 40s will be replaced on Monday by sun and temperatures in the low-60s. That trend upward... more

#ICYMI: Cynthia Nixon visits Geneva, search for missing teen continues in Wayne Co.

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#ICYMI: Cynthia Nixon visits Geneva, search for missing teen continues in Wayne Co.
Another weekend, and more unseasonably cold temperatures. While we had a taste of spring last week, next week looks much better. As for the headlines, the week provided much in the way of news. For the latest headlines check out the FingerLakes1.com App available on Android and iOS, and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Android! Here’s a look at... more
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