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Former Seneca Co. Manager Jim Smith will be next Rochester’s next deputy mayor

Former Seneca Co. Manager Jim Smith will be next Rochester’s next deputy mayor
Rochester City Communications Director Jim Smith will become deputy mayor on January 1st. He will succeed Cedric Alexander, who will leave his position at the end of the year. Alexander is a former Rochester police chief; public safety director in DeKalb County, Georgia; sheriff’s deputy, and University of Rochester assistant professor. He confirmed the news after his exit was initially... more

READY, SET, SHOP: Black Friday shoppers take to local stores

READY, SET, SHOP: Black Friday shoppers take to local stores
The time has come again, as it does every year, to make your holiday shopping list and check it twice. Hopefully, as you are checking off the family and friends’ wish lists, you’ve made some of your purchases at our fine Cayuga County retailers. Many of our large retail businesses will have amazing one-day-only Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals,... more

ROMAINE IS NOT SAFE: Officials warn against any consumption of lettuce until further notice

ROMAINE IS NOT SAFE: Officials warn against any consumption of lettuce until further notice
The Centers for Disease Control is advising consumers, restaurants, and retailers not to eat, serve, or sell any romaine lettuce as it investigates an outbreak of E. coli O157:H7 infections linked to romaine. Wegmans and Tops Friendly Markets announced plans within hours of the announcement to remove all romaine lettuce from stocked shelves. Key Points: CDC, public health and regulatory officials in... more

INSIDE THE FLX: Troubling trend exposed when it comes to financial literacy (podcast)

INSIDE THE FLX: Troubling trend exposed when it comes to financial literacy (podcast)
Earlier this year, WalletHub released survey results, which painted a grim picture about financial literacy across the U.S. Stunningly, the U.S. ended 2017 with $92.2 billion in new credit card debt – the highest increase since 2007 – before the ‘Great Recession’. How much have we learned in the last 10 years; and what are we doing today to prevent... more

Wegmans and liquor stores fined $1.1 million by State Liquor Authority

Wegmans and liquor stores fined .1 million by State Liquor Authority
Gates-based supermarket chain Wegmans and five affiliated liquor stores were fined Wednesday by the New York State Liquor Authority. The SLA said Wegmans was fined for “availing their license to five affiliated liquor stores.” It accused the supermarket chain of “effectively” managing “five liquor stores without a proper license.” The liquor authority said that the stores were Whitehouse Wine and... more

Skiing in the Finger Lakes: 9 amazing resorts and trails for downhill, XC, more

Skiing in the Finger Lakes: 9 amazing resorts and trails for downhill, XC, more
The hills, valleys and forests of New York’s Finger Lakes region make for some phenomenal downhill and cross-country skiing during the winter months. From hidden gems in the woods to glistening white slopes, skiers of all kinds can find winter thrills in this region. Venues in Wayne, Chemung, Tompkins, and Ontario counties are included on the list. Here are nine... more

Burglary, grand larceny charges for Pittsford woman after return scheme foiled at Victor Walmart

Burglary, grand larceny charges for Pittsford woman after return scheme foiled at Victor Walmart
Investigators with the Ontario County Sheriff’s Office took a 54-year-old Pittsford resident into custody on Tuesday on two counts of burglary and one count of grand larceny following investigation into separate incidents at the Walmart Supercenter in Victor earlier in the month. Sarah E. Byrne, 54, of Pittsford was charged with two counts of third-degree burglary and one count of... more

DAILY FORECAST: Mixed bag of precipitation expected, as active weather continues

DAILY FORECAST: Mixed bag of precipitation expected, as active weather continues
Get ready for more cold, soggy weather in the Finger Lakes this week. The National Weather Service reports that Monday will be quiet, but that big changes will be on the way for Tuesday. Temperatures will push through the 40s after starting in the 20s throughout; and as the day progresses – clouds will take over. A mixed bag of... more

NWS: Winter Weather Advisory set to expire on Tuesday

NWS: Winter Weather Advisory set to expire on Tuesday
The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for parts of the Finger Lakes – ahead of a slushy, wet accumulation of 1-3 inches. It’s expected to begin overnight, changing to rain by morning. However, it will mean a complicated commute – as parts of the region, particularly those in the Finger Lakes and Southern Tier – will... more

Bausch and Lomb to expand contact lens manufacturing facilities in Rochester

Bausch and Lomb to expand contact lens manufacturing facilities in Rochester
Bausch and Lomb’s parent company will heavily invest in expanding contact lens manufacturing at sites in Rochester and Waterford, Ireland, over the next three years, Bausch Health Companies announced Tuesday. Both sites will see an expansion of their production lines to handle the manufacture of daily disposable silicone hydrogel contact lenses, called SiHy. The lens is one of Bausch and... more

SPOOKY FORECAST: Mild temperatures, but plenty of wet weather remains in Finger Lakes

SPOOKY FORECAST: Mild temperatures, but plenty of wet weather remains in Finger Lakes
It’s going to be a rainy day. The Finger Lakes will see plenty of wet precipitation, with it becoming heavy at times during the late-morning and early-afternoon hours. While the steady rain will taper throughout the afternoon; and should only be a shower or two by 6 p.m. – more steady rain will work back into the area as evening... more

Lawsuits: Websites for some New York wineries do not comply with ADA

Lawsuits: Websites for some New York wineries do not comply with ADA
The Americans with Disabilities Act requires brick and mortar stores to be equipped with ramps, elevators and other accommodations in order to be accessible. But what does it say about access for those shopping online? A rash of lawsuits are targeting New York wineries and restaurants and could expand to many other small businesses because the law is not clear.... more

Helming introduces legislation to form prison contraband hotline

Helming introduces legislation to form prison contraband hotline
Senator Pam Helming announced that she has introduced legislation to create a toll-free hotline where callers can report information on prison contraband. The establishment of this hotline encourages prison inmates, corrections officers, and citizens to call anonymously to report the whereabouts of illicit weapons, drugs, and other harmful devices in our state prisons. The hotline would be available to accept... more

FOLIAGE REPORT: Finger Lakes primed this weekend for viewing

FOLIAGE REPORT: Finger Lakes primed this weekend for viewing
This will be the weekend to get out an enjoy the colors of fall. The latest report from iloveny.com indicates that the Central Finger Lakes is primed for enjoyment as folks get out and enjoy the last visual remains of fall. In the Finger Lakes region, Livingston County observers in Geneseo expect peak foliage this weekend. Look for 60-70 percent color change with rose-,... more

Spectrum rates jump upward, company continues losing cable customers

Spectrum rates jump upward, company continues losing cable customers
Rates have climbed again. Spectrum has increased it’s rates, effective Thursday, even as the company made more money – with fewer customers. It means a hike of more than one dollar per month in the company’s broadcast TV rate ($8.85 to $9.95 per month). Spectrum receivers will go from $6.99 to $7.50. Spectrum internet will also cost five dollars more... more

Democratic enrollment grows across New York ahead of Election Day

Democratic enrollment grows across New York ahead of Election Day
Enrollment of Democratic voters surged over the last year in New York, according to new statistics released Thursday by the state Board of Elections. Republican enrollment, meanwhile, was largely flat over the last seven months as it fell year-over-year. The numbers will likely buoy Democratic hopes of winning key congressional and state Senate races on Tuesday amid what the party... more
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