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18th-century Cornell University Library map details Seneca & Cayuga villages

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18th-century Cornell University Library map details Seneca & Cayuga villages
A newly acquired 18th-century map of what is now New York state, showing Seneca and Cayuga villages and native footpaths in addition to natural features, offers insights into colonial life that will enhance learning and research at Cornell. The manuscript, drawn by prominent Albany-based mapmaker and surveyor John Rutse Bleecker, is now part of the American history and culture collections... more

WEBER THIS WEEK: Seneca Supervisors Churchill & Lorenzetti in-studio (podcast)

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WEBER THIS WEEK: Seneca Supervisors Churchill & Lorenzetti in-studio (podcast)
Seneca County Supervisors Cindy Lorenzetti (Fayette) and Steve Churchill (Seneca Falls) appear in-studio to talk about the major issues facing their board. Also, Steve Churchill makes an announcement regarding the end of his current term. Check out the full episode below, originally streamed live on Monday afternoon inside the new FingerLakes1.com Studios… more

Fish-killing disease VHS confirmed in Cayuga Lake, first in Finger Lakes in decade

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Fish-killing disease VHS confirmed in Cayuga Lake, first in Finger Lakes in decade
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation has confirmed the presence of a fish-killing virus in Cayuga Lake. Viral hemorrhagic septicemia (VHS) has killed thousands of round gobies in Cayuga Lake, which runs north-south between Seneca Falls and Ithaca. VHS, which poses no threat to humans, causes hemorrhaging of fish tissue and internal organs. It has impacted fish populations... more

Former-employees dispute claim that ‘low salaries’ drive resignations in Seneca County

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Former-employees dispute claim that ‘low salaries’ drive resignations in Seneca County
The Seneca Supervisors say it’s time to deal with employee retention. Earlier this year, County Manager John Sheppard released a report highlighting the losses that Seneca County has experienced. It revealed more than 20 vacancies and 47 resignations. The resignations were attributed to salary deficiencies, as Seneca County came in significantly lower than competing counties in the area. Board moving... more

Former-employees dispute claim that ‘low salaries’ drive resignations in Seneca County

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Former-employees dispute claim that ‘low salaries’ drive resignations in Seneca County
The Seneca Supervisors say it’s time to deal with employee retention. Earlier this year, County Manager John Sheppard released a report highlighting the losses that Seneca County has experienced. It revealed more than 20 vacancies and 47 resignations. The resignations were attributed to salary deficiencies, as Seneca County came in significantly lower than competing counties in the area. Board moving... more

Judge rules against Seneca County: Siragusa rejects claim against Cayuga Indian Nation over tax issue

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Judge rules against Seneca County: Siragusa rejects claim against Cayuga Indian Nation over tax issue
Federal District Court Judge Charles Siragusa has dismissed a counter claim filed by Seneca County against the Cayuga Indian Nation. The claim sought a declaratory judgment that land purchased by the Nation since 2008 is not part of a recognized reservation and therefore subject to local property taxes. The Rochester judge rejected the county’s argument that the more than 1,000... more

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

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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

Inside the FLX: Seneca County Manager John Sheppard discusses proposition, finance department

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Inside the FLX: Seneca County Manager John Sheppard discusses proposition, finance department
On Tuesday’s edition of Inside the FLX Seneca County Manager John Sheppard joined Josh Durso in-studio to discuss a local law, which is on the ballot in Seneca County. On Election Day voters will decide whether to adopt a proposition, which will specify the role and future of the Seneca County Treasurer. Sheppard, who has spearheaded this effort alongside recently... more

Cayuga Lake Wine Trail: Meet Jerry, Knapp’s new winemaker

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Cayuga Lake Wine Trail: Meet Jerry, Knapp’s new winemaker
This month, Cayuga Lake Wine Trail director Cassandra Harrington gets the honor of introducing you to the new winemaker at Knapp Winery, Jerry Van Vort. Jerry is a Colorado native who moved to California during high school then served a four-year term in the U.S. Navy. From 2004 to 2008, he was overseas in the Persian Gulf and Southeast Asia,... more

Our Finger Lakes History: WWII European Front through the eyes of local boys Les Lind & Fran Hurd

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Our Finger Lakes History: WWII European Front through the eyes of local boys Les Lind & Fran Hurd
In Episode 005 of the Our Finger Lakes History Podcast, recorded on Monday afternoon, hear about the World War II front line experience in Europe through the eyes of enlisted men from the Finger Lakes region, Fran Hurd and Les Lind. Narrated and compiled by Seneca County Historian Walter Gable. AUDIO ONLY VERSION OF THIS EPISODE: – Our Finger Lakes History... more
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