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THE DEBRIEF: Breaking down the biggest stories of 2018 (podcast)

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THE DEBRIEF: Breaking down the biggest stories of 2018 (podcast)
What were the biggest issues in 2018? Many of them came at the end of the year, as elected officials primed and previewed 2019 agendas. On this episode of The Debrief Podcast, Josh Durso and Ted Baker sit down to discuss what was, and what will be in the world of politics moving forward. . more

Upstate Medical prez gets probation, no jail time, for pocketing public money

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Upstate Medical prez gets probation, no jail time, for pocketing public money
A judge reluctantly sentenced Dr. David R. Smith today to thee years of probation and no jail time for padding his pay while he was president of SUNY Upstate Medical University. “This was public money,” Syracuse City Court Judge Rory McMahon told Smith. “This is what bothered me.” Despite his reluctance, McMahon gave Smith the same sentence that was worked... more

THE DEBRIEF: Legislators get raises, economic development debated, and Christmas music (podcast)

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THE DEBRIEF: Legislators get raises, economic development debated, and Christmas music (podcast)
On this week’s episode of The Debrief – Josh Durso and Jackie Augustine debate a number of recent news stories – including pay raises granted to state legislators, a new multi-use proposal at a busy intersection in the Town of Geneva, as well as development at the former Huntington Building. The duo also discussed the consequences of the decision some... more

FROM THE EDITOR: It’s Facebook’s world, we’re just living in it

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FROM THE EDITOR: It’s Facebook’s world, we’re just living in it
This morning you probably noticed a story that was published to our Facebook Page, in which the featured image did not match the content of the story. In that case, our ‘daily forecast’, which is published every day around 6 a.m. was posted to Facebook with a featured image connected to another story. It meant a mugshot appeared as the... more

Legislators say funding for local roads and bridges is needed

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Legislators say funding for local roads and bridges is needed
State Senator Tom O’Mara (R,C,I-Big Flats) and Assemblyman Phil Palmesano (R,C,I-Corning) today called on Governor Andrew Cuomo to “once and for all make New York State’s commitment to local roads and bridges the strongest state-level commitment in the nation.” The area legislators were responding to Governor Cuomo’s proposal to launch a new $150-billion infrastructure plan next year. The governor unveiled... more

Auburn man faces felony charges after dragging state trooper, leading authorities on pursuit

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Auburn man faces felony charges after dragging state trooper, leading authorities on pursuit
Troopers arrested an Auburn man on Tuesday following an incident, which included a vehicle and foot chase, as well as an officer being dragged by a pickup truck. Around 7:06 p.m. Trooper Andrew Skerpon initiated a traffic stop on a 2006 Chevrolet Silverado driven by Shaun H. Clark, 31, of Auburn, in the parking lot of Syracuse Upstate Market. Clark... more

Finger Lakes Land Trust, Onondaga County receive millions to protect water quality

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Finger Lakes Land Trust, Onondaga County receive millions to protect water quality
The Finger Lakes Land Trust announced Wednesday it was receiving more than $3 million from the state for projects protecting water quality in the Finger Lakes, while Onondaga County received nearly $1 million for work including the Skaneateles Lake Watershed. As part of a $3 million grant through the state’s Water Quality Improvement Project, the Land Trust was awarded $921,000... more

THE DEBRIEF: Discussing policing in Wayne, Facebook’s suffering, and NY’s shrinking size (podcast)

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THE DEBRIEF: Discussing policing in Wayne, Facebook’s suffering, and NY’s shrinking size (podcast)
As the Finger Lakes closes in on Christmas – Josh Durso is joined by Ted Baker of Finger Lakes Morning News, who is heard daily on WGVA and WAUB to break down the week’s biggest headlines. Here are the headlines from Episode #39: – Contract negotiations in Wayne County for deputies; – Job Ghosting and who’s to blame; – Facebook’s... more

The biggest news stories from the Finger Lakes in 2018

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The biggest news stories from the Finger Lakes in 2018
What were the biggest stories of 2018? Inside the FingerLakes1.com Newsroom – a number of important stories – often breaking news events – were covered in 2018. It was another record-breaking traffic year for FingerLakes1.com. For that, we thank our readers – daily and otherwise – for continuing to make FingerLakes1.com the leading digital destination for news in the region.... more

The biggest environmental stories from the Finger Lakes in 2018

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The biggest environmental stories from the Finger Lakes in 2018
Looking back on 2018, Gov. Andrew Cuomo deserves a “C-” grade for protecting the environment in the Finger Lakes during his eighth year in office.   His administration certainly got some things right. It set aside $65 million to address harmful algal blooms, or HABS, and much more for upgrades to local water treatment plants.  And after nearly a decade of... more

Gas prices higher than last year, but cheapest they have been in 2018

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Good news for drivers hitting the roads this holiday season, as AAA forecasts prices at the pump to be the cheapest so far this year. The national average for a gallon of regular-unleaded is$2.45 a gallon, a new low for 2018. AAA says the national average price has dropped more than 50 cents since Memorial Day weekend. The group predicts... more

Need a gift idea? These Finger Lakes wines made industry ‘Best of 2018’ lists

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Need a gift idea? These Finger Lakes wines made industry ‘Best of 2018’ lists
Need some wines for a holiday party or gift? Three Finger Lakes wines are a good bet, as all have been included in recent “Best Of” lists in the national wine press. Accolades for Keuka Spring Vineyards, Hermann J. Wiemer Vineyard and Ravines Wine Cellars will not come as a surprise to people familiar with Finger Lakes wines, as are all considered to... more

Syracuse woman sentenced for stealing jewelry worth $10K to support addiction

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Syracuse woman sentenced for stealing jewelry worth $10K to support addiction
A Syracuse woman was sentenced to prison for breaking into a Cayuga County home and stealing jewelry to support her heroin addiction. Andrea Kreydatus, 27, pleaded guilty in October to breaking into a Throop home on State Street Road in December 2017 and stealing jewelry and other valuables. She then pawned the items to get money to buy drugs. Cayuga County... more

Holiday shipping deadlines as shoppers close in on Christmas

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Christmas shipping deadlines are fast-approaching
You made your list, checked it twice, and fought crowds to get your shopping list finished ahead of the last two weeks before Christmas. Now you need to get some items in the mail. When is the deadline? How much time do you have? And who offers the final deadline for those holiday procrastinators? Here’s how it all breaks down... more

Sen. O’Mara weighs in on pay raises for legislators in NY

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Sen. O’Mara weighs in on pay raises for legislators in NY
State Senator Tom O’Mara (R,C,I-Big Flats) today rejected the New York State Compensation Committee’s report calling for a three-year, phased-in pay increase of roughly 63% for state legislators while also making the state Legislature a full-time occupation by capping a legislator’s ability to earn an income outside of legislative work. The panel earlier this week recommended increasing the base pay... more

New shopping habits challenge Salvation Army’s Red Kettle campaign

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New shopping habits challenge Salvation Army’s Red Kettle campaign
The sound of ringing bells outside businesses means ’tis the season of giving and making memories. Steve Hausmann chairs this year’s Salvation Army’s Red Kettle campaign. “I’ve always gone out and rung the kettle,” Hausmann said. “My family would do it once a year.” The nonprofit’s Red Kettle campaign is a way for the Rochester Fire Department to give back... more

Holiday deadline dates for USPS shipping

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Holiday deadline dates for USPS shipping
Lines stretched out the door are not uncommon this time of year for postal workers as increased gifts and packages are a familiar scene during the holiday rush. Billions of deliveries are expected to be made by mail carriers this holiday season. “People are doing more shopping online than ever before,” said USPS mail carrier David Boal. Beginning next Sunday,... more

Tuition at SUNY schools could go up again in 2019

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Tuition at SUNY schools could go up again in 2019
Tuition to the state’s public colleges next year could increase once again next, driving up the cost of a four-year public college education in New York. “It’s going to be a tight fiscal year. The state is looking at a deficit. Will the state increase financial aid? It’s going to be a big issue,” said Blair Horner, NYPIRG legislative director.... more
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