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Cayuga County, CNY wins top honors again in Cuomo’s economic contest

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Cayuga County, CNY wins top honors again in Cuomo’s economic contest
The Central New York Regional Economic Development Council is a big winner yet again in Gov. Andrew Cuomo's annual competition for state funding. The council, which represents Cayuga, Cortland, Madison, Onondaga and Oswego counties, received one of five top performer awards and $86.4 million to support 112 economic development projects. It is the highest total given to any of the... more

Former Syracuse quarterback Donovan McNabb accused of sexual misconduct

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Former Syracuse quarterback Donovan McNabb accused of sexual misconduct
A number of NFL Network employees — current and former — were accused of sexual assault Monday. Former Syracuse quarterback Donovan McNabb is one of the accused in the lawsuit against the NFL. Bloomberg first reported the lawsuit. McNabb, a former employee of the NFL Network, was accused of sending inappropriate text messages to Jami Cantor, a former NFL Network... more

FLX FORECAST: Travel could be challenging Friday night, Saturday morning

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FLX FORECAST: Travel could be challenging Friday night, Saturday morning
The active weather pattern that the region has been locked into over the last week or two will continue into the weekend, with the threat of snow showers, squalls, up-and-down temperatures, and much more. According to FLX Weather Meteorologist Drew Montreuil the weather will get dicey again late-Friday into Saturday when winds will swing from the northwest around to the... more

THE DEBRIEF: Debating incinerators, campus safety & Geneva’s future (podcast)

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THE DEBRIEF: Debating incinerators, campus safety & Geneva’s future (podcast)
A number of hot-button issues will be discussed on a special edition of the Debrief Podcast. After a delay to the taping of the podcast last week, the news broke this weekend that Geneva City Manager Matt Horn would be exiting his post as the highest ranking administrative figure in Geneva. His unexpected exit, and what it means for Geneva... more

Wednesday will feel like mid-winter as lake effect subsides

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Wednesday will feel like mid-winter as lake effect subsides
It’s going to feel like mid-winter on Wednesday. The general snowfall has moved out of the area as of Tuesday, but that system left lake effect snows lingering in its wake. FLX Weather Meteorologist Drew Montreuil updated his forecast on the weather, and what could be expected on Wednesday. “Areas of lake effect snow are ongoing Wednesday morning, especially over... more

STANFORD PERFORMANCE STUDY: Comparing local schools by a different measure

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STANFORD PERFORMANCE STUDY: Comparing local schools by a different measure
A study from Stanford’s Center for Education Policy Analysis took an alternative a somewhat unique look at academic performance. The study examined standardized test score results – but more-specifically, evaluates the ‘progress’ experienced by each academic year. Simply put: The study asks how much more students know in one grade this year – compared to what the grade before them... more

Temperatures get colder, lake effect snow possible in parts of FLX

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Temperatures get colder, lake effect snow possible in parts of FLX
Wednesday will be a sunny, but noticeably cooler day for the Finger Lakes. FLX Weather Meteorologist Drew Montreuil reports that lake effect snow throughout the region should be limited on Wednesday, as winds will still be pushing out of the southwest. That said, a change will be coming – and that will mean some measurable snowfall for those living in... more

Light snow possible in parts of the FLX on Thursday

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Light snow possible in parts of the FLX on Thursday
Lake effect snow will be wobbling across the Finger Lakes, according to FLX Weather Meteorologist Drew Montreuil. The forecast is going to be cool, cloudy and dominated by snow showers. Montreuil says that the band of lake snow, which is hanging off of Lake Erie, isn’t expected to setup in one location, or persist long enough for accumulation. However, a... more

Syracuse woman faces felony DWI charge in Cayuga County

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Syracuse woman faces felony DWI charge in Cayuga County
On Saturday Troopers arrested a Syracuse woman on felony DWI charges following a traffic stop on Short Cut Road in the Town of Meridian. Cali A. Farrance, 39, of Syracuse was charged with felony driving while intoxicated, operating a motor vehicle with a blood alcohol content greater than .08 percent, refusal to submit to a breath test, aggravated unlicensed operation... more

Picking the Perfect One: Considering Christmas tree options

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Picking the Perfect One: Considering Christmas tree options
The Christmas season is upon us and, for many celebrating the holiday, decisions need to be made about getting a tree for trimming. Our county boasts a number of farms on which to find a fine-needled specimen, and there are a number of things to consider when heading out for the staple holiday decoration. To get a sense of what... more

RAIN BRINGS CHANGE: Winds howl ahead of cold front in the FLX

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RAIN BRINGS CHANGE: Winds howl ahead of cold front in the FLX
Get ready for change. A powerful cold front is approaching the region, and Tuesday is going to be the day for change. The rainy, windy day will usher in the cold air, which will push temperatures down into the 30s for the remainder of the week. Next week things will get even colder, as temperatures fall back into the 20s.... more

Temps moderate, but ‘big chill’ likely not due for another week

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Temps moderate, but ‘big chill’ likely not due for another week
Several cold fronts will move through the Finger Lakes over the next 24 to 36 hours. However, temperatures are going to struggle to drop significantly in the short-term. Two of them will go through on Wednesday, according to FLX Weather Meteorologist Drew Montreuil, who says that temperatures will stay in the 40s on Wednesday – even with their passage. By... more

NY launches mobile app for Thruway travel

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NY launches mobile app for Thruway travel
Just in time for the holidays, New York state is launching a mobile app to help motorists navigate the state Thruway. Democratic Gov. Andrew Cuomo's office announced the new program earlier this month. Available for free on iPhone and Android mobile devices, the app provides users with real-time traffic information as well as resources about services along the Thruway. It... more

Stephanie Miner reconsiders run for Congress against Rep. John Katko

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Stephanie Miner reconsiders run for Congress against Rep. John Katko
Syracuse Mayor Stephanie Miner is reconsidering whether to challenge U.S. Rep. John Katko for Congress in 2018. Miner, a Democrat, announced in October that she wouldn't run for Congress. But that was before the House voted on a tax reform proposal that has been panned by members of her party as a giveaway to wealthy individuals and corporations. Katko, R-Camillus,... more

Feds charge Syracuse man with threatening to kill Rep. John Katko

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Feds charge Syracuse man with threatening to kill Rep. John Katko
A Syracuse man is facing federal charges after allegedly calling U.S. Rep. John Katko's office and threatening to kill the congressman and his family. Patrick D. Angelo, 28, has been charged with interstate communication of a threat and threatening a federal official. He appeared in federal court Wednesday and is being held pending a detention hearing Friday. The charges stem... more

Syracuse chancellor: Proposed tax bill could hurt Carrier Dome renovation, athletics

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Syracuse chancellor: Proposed tax bill could hurt Carrier Dome renovation, athletics
In a letter sent to U.S. Rep. John Katko, Syracuse University Chancellor Kent Syverud outlined several ways a House tax-cut proposal hurts the school, including its athletics program. The letter, dated Nov. 20, primarily focused on the harm to students, who would lose tax credits and deductions, and university employees, who would have some benefits taxed for the first time.... more

Kolb applauds tax exemption for local breweries

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Kolb applauds tax exemption for local breweries
Assembly Minority Leader Brian M. Kolb (R,C,I,Ref-Canandaigua) applauded the governor’s signing of a new tax exemption for licensed breweries, farm breweries, cider producers, farm cideries, distilleries and farm distilleries. Leader Kolb first introduced the bill in January of 2016 after meeting with George Adams, owner and head brewer at Gael Brewing Company in Geneva. During that meeting, they discussed the... more
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