Driver ticketed after ‘freak accident’ claims Waterloo woman’s life

Published: 08/14/2018 @ 08:00 am

Investigators say they have found the truck involved in the fatal freak accident, which left a Waterloo woman dead after a rock was thrown from a vehicle that had recently left the Ontario County Landfill. The accident took place on August 4th, but it took investigators eight days to locate the commercial truck. Deputies say Manuel J. Vallejo, 27, of... more

Village plans hearings on current, future federal block grants

Published: 06/10/2018 @ 08:00 am

The village has a long history of seeking and receiving federal Community Development Block Grant funding over the past few decades. That will continue at Monday night’s Village Board meeting. The board will conduct a series of public hearings starting at 7 p.m., including: • In 2016, the village was awarded CDBG grants of $650,000 to assist the operations of... more

Kelly Maher brings in 41 lb. catch during Carp Derby

Published: 06/11/2018 @ 08:00 am

Kelly Maher has been fishing in the Carp Derby since her dad took her out when she was 12-years-old. Ten years later, she landed a 41 pound, 7 ounce lunker that earned her first place and $500 in Waterloo Rotary’s annual event. And to top it off, she also weighed in a 37 pound, 1 ounce fish that captured third... more

Seneca County Health and Senior Services Building Open House Invitation

Published: 06/09/2018 @ 08:00 am

The Seneca County Departments of Health and Office of the Aging cordially invite you to our Open House on Thursday, June 14th from 1PM-4PM to celebrate our new office spaces located at 2465 Bonadent Drive Suites, 3 & 4 Waterloo, NY 13165. We are delighted to finally have an opportunity to celebrate with the public our new and improved facility... more

WEBER THIS WEEK: Triple Crown sports weekend (podcast)

Published: 06/11/2018 @ 08:00 am

The Dog wraps up your sports weekend with a look at Justify winning the Triple Crown at The Belmont, the Washington Capitals capturing their first Stanley Cup and Golden State rolling to the NBA Championship. Also, a look ahead to this week’s United States Open at Shinnecock Hills on Long Island. . more

Literacy Volunteers Spelling Bee

Published: 06/11/2018 @ 08:00 am

Can you spell success? Bill Judd can. He is the chair of the 6th annual Literacy Volunteers of Seneca County spelling bee, held at Waterloo High School auditorium. “We are delighted to report that his year’s event was better than ever,” Judd said. Six teams competed, with the Golden Oldies capturing the crown and the $200 prize. This was the... more

Waterloo man arrested on drug charges after traffic stop in Seneca Falls

Published: 06/12/2018 @ 08:00 am

On Sunday June 3rd at 9:24 pm, the Town of Seneca Falls Police Department arrested a 20-year-old Waterloo resident on drug charges after a traffic stop. Sebastian A. Bianchi, 20, was stopped on Fall Street by police. He was charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, Criminal Possession of Marijuana and Passing a Red Signal. Bianchi was released on... more

Deputies: Waterloo man possessed Suboxone at local jail

Published: 06/12/2018 @ 08:00 am

The Seneca County Sheriff’s Office reports that on Saturday members of the narcotics unit arrested a Waterloo man on drug charges after an investigation at the Seneca County Correctional Facility. Shane W. Harris, 28, was charged with one count Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance and one count of Promoting Prison Contraband, both Class A Misdemeanors. The arrest stems from... more

Lottery officials identify $1M winner as Waterloo resident

Published: 06/12/2018 @ 08:00 am

Lottery officials identify M winner as Waterloo resident

Lottery officials have identified the woman who won $1,000,000 on a scratch off ticket purchased at the Seneca Mini Mart in Waterloo. Mary Monahan, 61, a Waterloo resident called the feeling incredible – pointing out that when she first scratched off the ticket – that she thought it was a mistake. “I like the cashword tickets because they take longer... more

Armed robbery reported at Byrne Dairy on 5&20 in Border City

Published: 06/12/2018 @ 08:00 am

Shortly before 4:00 am on Monday morning, an armed robbery occurred at the Bryne Dairy on Routes 5 & 20 in Border City. The suspect walked into the store while the lone employee was outside. When the employee re-entered the store, the robber had placed a mask or bandanna over his face and showed a handgun. State Police say the... more

Supervisors call on Albany to leave home rule to communities as incinerator looms (video)

Published: 06/13/2018 @ 08:00 am

Seneca County Board of Supervisors Chairman Bob Shipley tackled a familiar item at Tuesday’s meeting during his remarks. The proposed Circular enerG incinerator was condemned again – this time receiving open criticism during open session, two consecutive nights – in Seneca and Schuyler counties. While he recognized and thanked U.S. Senator Chuck Schumer for his support in attending a press... more

Downtown Waterloo: Hotel feasibility studied, bowling alley to be razed

Published: 06/14/2018 @ 08:00 am

It’s been a long time since there’s been a hotel in downtown Waterloo. Long-time residents may remember the Brunswick Hotel at the corner of Virginia and East William Streets. Or even the Franklin Hotel a few blocks south of downtown on Washington Street. The Brunswick burned down in the 1950s. The Franklin burned down in the 1980s. FL Times: Read... more

Waterloo High students win STEM award for landfill research

Published: 06/14/2018 @ 08:00 am

Seneca Meadows Landfill looms large over the Waterloo school district campus, clearly visible from north-facing windows of the high and middle schools. In addition to being seen, the landfill often can be smelled. A group of students in the Gemini for college credit environmental science class taught by Lisa Parish has spent the entire school year examining the impact of... more

Family funds water filter for West Africa with spare change

Published: 06/14/2018 @ 08:00 am

The Martin family of Waterloo, collected and saved $120.00 in change for the purchase of a Hydraid BioSand Water Filter. Jason and Katie Martin’s children: Maria, Anneka, Julia and Justus were spurred to action (including doing chores for their Grandma) when they heard about the immense impact one filter can have on a family of five for ten years. “Children... more

Flag Day record set at Waterloo High School

Published: 06/15/2018 @ 08:00 am

A new record has been set in Waterloo. Flag Day was one to remember in the Town of Waterloo where hundreds turned out to Waterloo High School for the attempt at a world record. More than a thousand are said to have been present as they recited the pledge of allegiance. What better way to celebrate #FlagDay 🇺🇸!! This crowd... more

del Lago Resort & Casino hosts 9/11 Never Forget Mobile Exhibit

Published: 06/15/2018 @ 08:00 am

del Lago Resort & Casino is pleased to announce it will host the 9/11 Never Forget Mobile Exhibit June 20th-26th. This is the first time the traveling exhibit has been to the region as it has never been in Buffalo, Rochester, Central New York or the Finger Lakes. The exhibit serves as a tribute to those lost on 9/11, including... more

Waterloo Library is presenting a special adult and teen reading show open to the community

Published: 06/18/2018 @ 08:00 am

Waterloo Library is hosting a professional teen and adult reading show, open to the community, on Monday July 23rd at 6PM, at the Waterloo Library, located at 31 East Williams St Waterloo, NY 13165. The show, titled “Mind Control: Fact Or Fiction?,” is being used as part of the library’s efforts to encourage young adults to read more during the... more

del Lago Resort & Casino’s Savor del Lago raises over $1,200 for Wounded Warriors in Action Program

Published: 06/18/2018 @ 08:00 am

del Lago Resort & Casino’s Savor del Lago raises over ,200 for Wounded Warriors in Action Program

del Lago hosted another successful Savor del Lago event on May 29th with proceeds benefitting the Wounded Warriors in Action Foundation Inc. (WWIA), Finger Lakes Chapter. WWIA serves our nation’s combat-wounded Purple Heart recipients by providing world-class outdoor sporting activities as a means to recognize and honor their sacrifice, encourage independence and connections with communities, and promote healing and wellness... more

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