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Seneca Co. IDA gives lease deal the ‘OK’ for Seneca Army Depot

Seneca Co. IDA gives lease deal the ‘OK’ for Seneca Army Depot
It’s a done deal. The Seneca County Industrial Development Agency approved a lease and tax abatement for Earl Martin related to the roughly 7,200 acres he is buying at the former Seneca Army Depot. IDA board members Tom Macinski, Steve Brusso, Robert Kernan, Valerie Bassett, Erica Paolicelli, Steve Wadhams and Don Trout voted yes on the final resolution and two... more

DISCUSSION: Supervisors address functionality, future of Seneca Co. IDA

DISCUSSION: Supervisors address functionality, future of Seneca Co. IDA
We need more coordination between the various entities charged with promoting and driving business in Seneca County. It was a message shared by Seneca County Board of Supervisors Chairman Bob Shipley at last month’s regular meeting. It’s something he’s made a priority in his first three months as chairman. On Monday, the Planning, Development, Agriculture and Tourism standing committee —... more

Latest from FLX as water levels continue to rise (full-coverage)

Latest from FLX as water levels continue to rise (full-coverage)
It’s a bad situation. As a whole, the region is several inches over “normal” rainfall amounts for the last two months. While the Finger Lakes didn’t see the snowmelt that sometimes contributes to springtime flooding — we have seen plenty of spring rains. On Thursday a road washed out in Geneva. Coastal communities along Lake Ontario have been on edge... more

How are codes being enforced? Business owners question process, regulation

How are codes being enforced? Business owners question process, regulation
Some people have a problem with the way codes are being enforced in Seneca County. The supervisors discussed a variety of issues at Tuesday’s Public Health Services Committee Meeting, which lasted more than an hour-and-a-half. It all centered around the future, or ‘vision’ as one supervisor put it — of Seneca County Code Enforcement. Tom Murray, who owns and operates... more

Deal struck between Airbnb and Seneca Co.

Deal struck between Airbnb and Seneca Co.
An agreement between Seneca County and Airbnb is expected to grow the tax base and allow the Airbnb to contribute “its fair share” of taxes. That’s the word that came down from officials from both organizations on Wednesday, as the deal, which will go into effect on May 1st — becomes reality. Seneca Airbnb hosts cater to a range of... more

Seneca7: The day around Seneca Lake on social media

Seneca7: The day around Seneca Lake on social media
Over 2,000 runners and bikers made started their day early in the morning on Sunday at the north end of Seneca Lake in Geneva and proceeded to propel themselves, as part of a seven person team, around the entire circumference of the lake before returning to Geneva late in the afternoon and into the early evening. – Full results &... more

Nearly 2,300 participants make trip around Seneca Lake in Seneca7

Nearly 2,300 participants make trip around Seneca Lake in Seneca7
The seventh-annual Seneca7, a 77.7-mile relay race, consisting of 328 seven-member teams running the circumference of Seneca Lake, was held on Sunday. The event began in downtown Geneva, with runners heading south along the west side of Seneca Lake, through Yates County, Schuyler County including Watkins Glen, and Seneca County, before returning to Geneva for a finish line celebration. Awards... more

Running coach dies during Sunday’s Seneca7 race

Running coach dies during Sunday’s Seneca7 race
It’s the last thing officials or enthusiasts in Geneva expected to have happen during the Seneca7 race. A Syracuse-area running coach died during the race, according to officials. Brendan Jackson, a triathlon trainer at Fleet Feet Sports Syracuse, suffered a serious medical emergency and died during the race. He had 30 years of coaching experience, and coached a wide-range of... more

Seneca County Arts Council scholarship available for 2017

Seneca County Arts Council scholarship available for 2017
The Seneca County Arts Council is offering a $500 scholarship to a 2017 high school graduate who plans to attend a college with a major in the arts. Applicants must be a resident of Seneca County. Applicants must be accepted and attending a college, university or post-secondary professional school to study either the visual, performing or written arts. Examples of... more

INSIDE THE FLX: Supervisors Davidson, Lorenzetti discuss Seneca County (podcast)

INSIDE THE FLX: Supervisors Davidson, Lorenzetti discuss Seneca County (podcast)
On Thursday’s edition of the Inside the FLX podcast Josh Durso was joined by Fayette Town Supervisor Cindy Lorenzetti and Lodi Town Supervisor Lee Davidson to discuss a variety of ongoing issues in Seneca County. Among the items discussed were a potential water authority, employee compensation, future development in the County as a whole, and the expectations moving forward for... more

Right to Run road closures announced for this weekend in Seneca Falls, Fayette

Right to Run road closures announced for this weekend in Seneca Falls, Fayette
The Seneca Falls Police Department would like to advise Seneca Falls and Fayette residents that on Saturday, May 13th, 2017, the Right to Run 19K Race will be taking place at 8:30 am. The run will start on Martin Rd. and will continue onto the following roads causing temporary closures and delays: Thorpe Rd., Peterman Rd., Farron Rd., Hoster Rd.,... more

New craft brewery to cut ribbon Saturday in Seneca Falls

New craft brewery to cut ribbon Saturday in Seneca Falls
American Craft Beer Week, the annual celebration created by the Brewers Association, toasts small and independent brewers throughout the United States. This tribute to craft beer reaches Seneca Falls with the grand opening of Fleur De Lis Brew Works at 3630 Route 414 on May 20. American Craft Beer Week (ACBW) is May 15-21. In its twelfth year, the occasion... more

3rd Trevor’s Gift Charity Wine Dinner less than a week away

3rd Trevor’s Gift Charity Wine Dinner less than a week away
It has been a yearly success that has raised money, awareness, and spirits. This year, event organizers hope to set the bar even higher – as Knapp Winery & Vineyard Restaurant hosts the third annual installment of the four course dinner. The dinner will be held on August 5, and will benefit Trevor’s Gift, a local backpack charity helping feed... more
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