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Reed tours flooding damage in Lodi, FEMA help not on the way yet

Reed tours flooding damage in Lodi, FEMA help not on the way yet
On Wednesday, Rep. Tom Reed (R-Corning) toured the destruction in Lodi, as residents continue to rebuild, or attempt to do so in the wake of that flooding in August. Dozens of homes were destroyed, and upwards of $36 million in damage was done. While Reed hoped that he could bring good news about FEMA funding, but that isn’t the case... more

Water sampling to take place for residents impacted by August flooding

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The Seneca County Health Department will be offering free bacteria water sample collections and testing for drinking water systems impacted by flash flooding in August. On Wednesday, Sept. 26, and Wednesday, Oct. 3 homeowners will have the opportunity via appointment to get their systems tested in Lodi, Interlaken, Ovid, and Covert – where more than 9-inches of reported rainfall resulted... more

Supervisors ask NYS to revoke pensions of retired police working for CIN

Supervisors ask NYS to revoke pensions of retired police working for CIN
After the Cayuga Indian Nation introduced a police force, and hired several former New York State Police – the Seneca County Board of Supervisors took notice. Due to the fact that the land claimed by the Cayuga Indian Nation has not been placed into trust – the supervisors believe this new police force has no authority. This despite having federally... more

Deputies: Clyde man ticketed after rollover accident, vehicle blaze

Deputies: Clyde man ticketed after rollover accident, vehicle blaze
Deputies say a 30-year-old Clyde resident was issued tickets after a personal injury accident on State Route 414 in Lodi. According to deputies, Timothy D. Caves, 30, of Clyde was traveling south on Route 414 when he fell asleep – and struck a bridge underpass – causing the vehicle to roll and slide several hundred feet on its roof. Shortly... more

Curfew lifted at Lodi Point after destructive flooding; cleanup continues for residents

Curfew lifted at Lodi Point after destructive flooding; cleanup continues for residents
The Seneca County Sheriff’s Office has lifted the curfew in the Town of Lodi. The curfew has been in affect since the early August flooding. Absolutely stunning shots from Lodi after this morning's flooding. pic.twitter.com/IDzbxEpjcu — Josh Durso (@JoshDurso) August 14, 2018 Seneca County Sheriff Deputies will continue to patrol the area. Sheriff Luce advises residents to call and report... more

INSIDE THE FLX: Donna Cathy vying to succeed Bender as judge (podcast)

INSIDE THE FLX: Donna Cathy vying to succeed Bender as judge (podcast)
Former District Attorney Donna Cathy is vying to succeed longtime Seneca County Judge Dennis Bender, and her first test will come on Thursday, as primary voters turnout to let their voices be heard. On Tuesday, she appeared on Inside the FLX to talk about her campaign, the race, and much more. . AUDIO ONLY VERSION: more

INSIDE THE FLX: Porsch touts experience, endorsements ahead of primary (podcast)

INSIDE THE FLX: Porsch touts experience, endorsements ahead of primary (podcast)
Last year, District Attorney Barry Porsch won voters to continue in his post as lead prosecutor. Now, the established district attorney is looking to become the next judge of Seneca County. On Tuesday, he visited the FingerLakes1.com studio to talk about his race, the future of the office, and his campaign efforts. . more

Flood relief supplies to be handed out by Red Cross in Lodi, Montour Falls

Flood relief supplies to be handed out by Red Cross in Lodi, Montour Falls
Volunteers from the American Red Cross will distribute free cleanup kits and other flood relief supplies at three sites on Thursday and Friday, with mobile distribution of additional supplies on Friday. The Red Cross is coordinating the activities in partnership with Schuyler and Seneca counties. Across the area, Red Cross volunteers are working around the clock to deliver relief. They’re... more

Lodi Town Board holds emergency session following Lodi Point devastation (video)

Lodi Town Board holds emergency session following Lodi Point devastation (video)
The Lodi Town Board convened a special, emergency session on Monday following the devastating flooding, which left Lodi Point; and other local communities in South Seneca with major losses. According to local, county, and state officials who were at the session – attempting to answer questions left by residents – the recovery efforts are going to take months. Paul Batman,... more

Open House session taking place for people impacted by Seneca Co. flooding

Open House session taking place for people impacted by Seneca Co. flooding
The New York State Office of Emergency Management will hold an “open house” informational session for people recovering from recent flooding in Seneca and Schuyler counties. The informational session will take place from noon to 8 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 30 in the Sampson State Park Administration Building’s Conference room in Romulus. Multiple State Agencies will be on hand to answer... more

Two weeks after flash floods, cleanup continues in Seneca County

Two weeks after flash floods, cleanup continues in Seneca County
It has been more than two weeks since devastating flash flooding in Seneca County. Some properties were destroyed or damaged, most of them in and around Lodi, and cleanup has been a challenge. Rushing flood waters destroyed most of Jannette Brown’s home. Since then, she’s been there every day – scrubbing, cleaning and trying to pick up the pieces. “Every... more

LATEST: Residents continue to dig out after destructive flooding

LATEST: Residents continue to dig out after destructive flooding
The southern parts of Seneca County are still recovering – as state agencies take the lead on those recovery efforts in Interlaken, Lodi, and Covert. Last Tuesday, these areas were crushed by destructive flooding, which was historic. The National Weather Service reported that upwards of 9 inches of rain fell in just 24 hours, most of which came down in... more

Seneca Co. Coalition releases statement, checklist for residents cleaning up from flood

Seneca Co. Coalition releases statement, checklist for residents cleaning up from flood
The Seneca County Suicide Prevention Coalition released the following statement after the devastating flooding, which took place last week in parts of Lodi, Interlaken, and Covert. The Coalition also released a series of resources, which are available below the statement. “We commend the hard-working local, state, and federal responders who continue to help Seneca County after last week’s devastating flood.... more
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