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CBS features Seneca White Deer on national segment (full segment)

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CBS features Seneca White Deer on national segment (full segment)
Earlier this month film makers from CBS were in Seneca County filming a segment, which aired on Sunday. The segment, which was featured during the 10 a.m. hour on CBS Sunday Morning with Jane Pauley – is now available in extended format by clicking here. Dennis Money, President of Seneca White Deer, Inc., called the attention a ‘big deal’ for... more

CBS to feature ‘Seneca White Deer’ in segment on Dec. 30

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CBS to feature ‘Seneca White Deer’ in segment on Dec. 30
On Wednesday filmmakers for a program on CBS visited the former Seneca Army Depot, where Seneca White Deer, Inc. has been working overtime to preserve and grow the white deer population. Dennis Money, president of Seneca White Deer, Inc. said that his organization is overwhelmed with excitement at the prospect of receiving some national attention. “We are delighted for this... more

‘ONE SENECA’: Initiative to drive economic development, tourism looks for revival in 2019

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‘ONE SENECA’: Initiative to drive economic development, tourism looks for revival in 2019
On Thursday, the Seneca County Board of Supervisors renewed one of their longest standing debates. It centrally revolved around ‘how’ funding used for the County’s Tourism Promotion Agency should be handed out. Occupancy Tax, or ‘Bed Tax’ as it’s called in other municipalities – takes monies that would otherwise go to the County for general use; and allocates them to... more

Supervisors ponder ‘Water & Sewer Authority’ while looking for consensus in 2019 (video)

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Supervisors ponder ‘Water & Sewer Authority’ while looking for consensus in 2019 (video)
It was the last regular session of the calendar year; and it’s been an active one for the Seneca County Board of Supervisors. While the supervisors will have a couple special sessions before the end of the year to take care of some clerical items – the lion share of legislating has concluded. Board Chairman Bob Shipley (R-Waterloo) said it... more

Helming, Palmesano asked to set up south Seneca County sewer meeting

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Helming, Palmesano asked to set up south Seneca County sewer meeting
The former administrator of Seneca County’s water and sewer districts is asking two state lawmakers to set up a public meeting in the south end of the county discuss a proposal to centralize the county’s two sewer districts. Mary Anne Kowalski, a Romulus resident, sewer district customer and administrator of the districts in 2014 and 2015, made the appeal to... more

INSIDE THE FLX: Mitch Rowe discusses the current, future state of Seneca County (podcast)

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INSIDE THE FLX: Mitch Rowe discusses the current, future state of Seneca County (podcast)
There aren’t any hardline philosophies, and there has been a noticeable reduction in contention between the County Manager’s Office, and the Board of Supervisors since Acting County Manager Mitch Rowe took the helm in September. After the unexpected resignation of former County Manager John Sheppard — Rowe was tapped as an interim solution to the board’s short-term problem: Finding someone... more

INSIDE THE FLX: Discussing how tourism and economic development are linked (podcast)

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INSIDE THE FLX: Discussing how tourism and economic development are linked (podcast)
The Seneca County Chamber of Commerce recently launched a new community guide aimed at connecting those staying and living in the Finger Lakes — with valuable local services. In this case, the most-recent publication – known as the “Finger Lakes Gateway Connections Community Guide” is aimed at decision makers who might be considering doing business or living in Seneca County.... more

INSIDE THE FLX: Discussing the future of Seneca White Deer, Inc. at former Seneca Army Depot (podcast)

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INSIDE THE FLX: Discussing the future of Seneca White Deer, Inc. at former Seneca Army Depot (podcast)
It has been an overwhelmingly successful stretch of 24 months for the folks at Seneca White Deer, Inc. An organization that was formed from the goal to help preserve the white deer herd at the former Seneca Army Depot — has grown in size and scope — allowing for more advocacy than ever before. On Friday, Dennis Money, founder and... more

Carcinogenic chemicals plaguing Hoosick Falls rampant at Seneca Army Depot

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Carcinogenic chemicals plaguing Hoosick Falls rampant at Seneca Army Depot
Groundwater drawn from three sites at the former Seneca Army Depot is contaminated with the potent carcinogens PFOA and PFOS at levels of up to 1,327 times the federal health advisory limit. Officials do not yet know the extent of the plumes of underground pollution, but the state Department of Environmental Conservation said the U.S. Army will begin additional “site... more

Deputies: Juveniles take car from Hillside, crash it near Exit 29 on NYS Thruway

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Deputies: Juveniles take car from Hillside, crash it near Exit 29 on NYS Thruway
The Seneca County Sheriff’s Office says on November 1st around 3 p.m. deputies arrested two juveniles after receiving a report of a stolen vehicle. The subsequent investigation determined that two children, ages 12- and 13-years-old took a vehicle from the Hillside Center in Varick on October 31st. They were able to leave the area, and the Sheriff’s Office reports that... more

$13M secured for flood relief in Finger Lakes, Southern Tier

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$13M secured for flood relief in Finger Lakes, Southern Tier
Governor Andrew Cuomo announced $13 million program, which is available for restoration and recovery efforts following the severe flash flooding in August that severely impacted communities in the Southern Tier and Finger Lakes regions. “Extreme weather is the new normal in New York and it’s critical that we build more resilient communities to withstand this reality,” Governor Cuomo said. “This funding will... more

Seneca Falls Water Department has temporarily discontinued Chloramines

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Seneca Falls Water Department has temporarily discontinued Chloramines
The Seneca Falls Water Department has temporarily discontinued Chloramines as of 10/23/18 as the disinfectant treatment process for our water supply. Due to the continued and unusual temperature of Cayuga Lake it is necessary for us to continue with Free Chlorine. This is a temporary change, and as soon as the lake temperature returns to normal we will gradually return... more

Seneca Falls man charged with vehicular assault after pursuit, DWI accident investigation

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Seneca Falls man charged with vehicular assault after pursuit, DWI accident investigation
The Seneca County Sheriff’s Office reports that on Friday at approximately 12:40 p.m. they charged a Seneca Falls man in connection with a serious injury motorcycle accident that happened on September 13th. Investigators say that Joshua A. Jones, 25, of Seneca Falls was eastbound on State Route 5 when he was spotted in Geneva by police speeding with the front... more

Low interest loans available through U.S. Small Business Administration for flood ravaged Seneca Co.

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Low interest loans available through U.S. Small Business Administration for flood ravaged Seneca Co.
New York businesses and residents affected by severe storms and flooding on Aug. 13-14, 2018, can apply for low-interest disaster loans from the U.S. Small Business Administration, Administrator Linda McMahon announced today. Administrator McMahon made the loans available in response to a letter from Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo on Oct. 2, requesting a disaster declaration by the SBA. The declaration... more

INSIDE THE FLX: Food scarcity, community unity focus of effort from GRHF & STEPS (podcast)

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INSIDE THE FLX: Food scarcity, community unity focus of effort from GRHF & STEPS (podcast)
A coalition of organizations are coming together to generate positive change in some of the most-challenged communities in the Finger Lakes. The Greater Rochester Health Foundation, along with Seneca Towns Engaging People for Solutions – also known as ‘STEPS’, as well as the Lodi ‘Food for All’ Food Pantry are helping educate and build community in communities hit hardest by... more
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