FLX WEEKLY: Christmas week arrives as we wind down 2018 (podcast)
We are now officially less than one week away from Christmas. Join Jessica Lahr, Sydney Rogers, Josh Durso & Jim Sinicropi for the final episode of FLX Weekly of 2018 and find out if we have a chance at a …more
LATEST: Sheriff, DA give update on indictment in Wayne Co. over dead teen mom, toddler son (video)
A day after a Wayne County farmworker was charged with two counts of murder, Sheriff Barry Virts praised the collaborative effort that helped bring this case to a conclusion. At a press briefing Wednesday afternoon, Virts said that skeletal remains found in …more
Concerns for affordable housing options linger after Auburn DRI meeting
A revised list of downtown project proposals was reviewed Tuesday by officials and the public as a part of a lengthy Downtown Revitalization Initiative process. At its fourth meeting, the Local Planning Committee took another look at 29 project proposals …more
Owasco Lake council close to hiring executive director
The Owasco Lake Management Council is nearly ready to hire an executive director to coordinate the body’s work with all the groups that protect the lake. Council Vice Chair and Cayuga County Legislator Aileen McNabb-Coleman, D-Sennett, said Tuesday at a …more
Auburn man pleads guilty to illegally selling narcotics, possessing a weapon
An Auburn man charged with multiple felonies for illegally selling narcotics pleaded guilty in Cayuga County Criminal Court Tuesday morning. Johnnie Sease Jr., of 2 Capitol St., was arrested the evening of June 14 after law enforcement executed a search …more
Cayuga County movie theater to replace seats with recliners
Seeing movies at an Auburn-area movie theater will become a little more luxurious in March. The Auburn Movieplex 10 in Sennett has announced that it will replace the seating in all 10 of its theaters with plush luxury recliners that …moreSearch for second burglary suspect continues after Victor home invasion
The Ontario County Sheriff’s Office reports the arrest of a 44-year-old Rochester man following the report of a burglary in progress in Victor. The incident unfolded on Gillis Road, according to deputies, who say that a resident at that address …more
THE DEBRIEF: Legislators get raises, economic development debated, and Christmas music (podcast)
On this week’s episode of The Debrief – Josh Durso and Jackie Augustine debate a number of recent news stories – including pay raises granted to state legislators, a new multi-use proposal at a busy intersection in the Town of …moreFROM THE EDITOR: It’s Facebook’s world, we’re just living in it
This morning you probably noticed a story that was published to our Facebook Page, in which the featured image did not match the content of the story. In that case, our ‘daily forecast’, which is published every day around 6 …more
Auburn police chief graduates from FBI academy in Virginia
City Manager Jeff Dygert has announced that Police Chief Shawn Butler has graduated from the Quantico, Virginia based FBI National Academy, a prestigious leadership course designed for law enforcement executives from around the world. Less than one percent of law …moreLegislators say funding for local roads and bridges is needed
State Senator Tom O’Mara (R,C,I-Big Flats) and Assemblyman Phil Palmesano (R,C,I-Corning) today called on Governor Andrew Cuomo to “once and for all make New York State’s commitment to local roads and bridges the strongest state-level commitment in the nation.” The …more
INSIDE THE FLX: Students bring positive change to community through interactive program (podcast)
“Rachel’s Challenge” is coming to Seneca Falls. Thanks to a joint-effort between school officials, students, and community partners – a national program will be making its way to Seneca Falls – allowing members of the community, parents, and students to …more
Another minimum wage hike coming to the Finger Lakes in 2019
New York will ring in the new year the same way it has since 2016: by increasing the minimum wage. The increase will mark the third time the …more
Kasey Kahne’s part-time Sprint Car schedule includes Weedsport in May
The World of Outlaws Craftsman Sprint Car Series only visit to New York State just got even more intriguing, as Kasey Kahne announced his part-time series …more
Auburn man faces felony charges after dragging state trooper, leading authorities on pursuit
Troopers arrested an Auburn man on Tuesday following an incident, which included a vehicle and foot chase, as well as an officer being dragged by a …more
Marion driver charged with DWI after crash in Palmyra
Deputies say that a crash in Palmyra over the weekend resulted in DWI charges following an investigation. William W. Huntley, 68, of Marion was charged with …moreW-FL WEDNESDAY: Lyons posts 93 points in rout of NR-W; Midlakes girls improve to 6-0
Wednesday night was a light night of action on the area high school hardwood with just one girls game on the slate that saw Midlakes improve …more
WEBCAST REPLAY: Mynderse-Waterloo Varsity Night Doubleheader on FL1 Sports
Put your holiday planning on hold because the hot ticket is at Waterloo High School this evening as the Mynderse Academy girls & boys basketball teams …more
Wegmans recalls cauliflower products over E. coli concerns
Wegmans has recalled cauliflower products sold in its stores due to E. coli concerns. The company issued the recall Tuesday, and it applies to the following …more
New York continues to lose population to other states
New York was one of nine states and one U.S. commonwealth to lose residents over the past year — and it lost more people than its …more
Auburn PD says ‘no’ to skateboarding downtown
The Auburn Police Department has a message for skateboarders who have been doing tricks outside the new Equal Rights Heritage Center downtown: Stop it. The APD …more
Aurora may ban fireworks as a display may be responsible for farmer’s loss of sheep
The village of Aurora is considering banning fireworks as a local farmer believes a fall display is to blame for the death of a handful of …more
Moravia town board doubles back continuing summer youth program
The town of Moravia will resume its summer recreation program amid community criticism from ending the program last month. The town board unanimously approved a motion …moreCayuga County Offices limiting hours for holidays
Cayuga County officials recently announced holiday hours for its buildings. All Cayuga County buildings will operate with limited hours during the holidays. This includes the office …moreFinger Lakes Land Trust, Onondaga County receive millions to protect water quality
The Finger Lakes Land Trust announced Wednesday it was receiving more than $3 million from the state for projects protecting water quality in the Finger Lakes, …more
Report: 900 detained immigrant children still in Cayuga Centers’ care
In under five years, a New York social-services organization called Cayuga Centers has gone from newcomer to one of the biggest names in the $1.5 billion-a-year …more
Auburn man reported fake school shooting on Facebook, police say
A 29-year-old Auburn man is accused of reporting a fake school shooting on Facebook, according to Auburn police. Corey C. Brown was charged with third-degree falsely …more
Seneca Falls Town Board supports need, bonding for sewer upgrades
The Town Board voted unanimously Dec. 13 to approve two motions related to its $3 million sanitary sewer upgrade project. The first motion determined that the …more
United Airlines to add third flight connecting Ithaca to Washington, D.C.
United Airlines is adding a third daily flight between Ithaca and the nation’s capital, starting in April. United Airlines recently began flights between the Ithaca Tompkins …moreCuomo says he has three goals for healthcare in New York
Codifying the state health exchange, bolstering pre-existing conditions and making prescription drugs more affordable were among the trio of health care priorities Gov. Andrew Cuomo outlined …more
Crews respond to single-car crash with fire in Phelps (photos)
First responders from Ontario County were called to a one-car crash in Phelps late-Wednesday, and as crews from Phelps and Clifton Springs contended with the scene …more
Lodi man charged with sexually abusing two teens over five year period
Deputies say that on December 11th a 40-year-old Lodi resident was taken into custody following an investigation into sex abuse of a child. It is alleged …more
Lodi pair arrested on felony drug charges after investigation
Deputies report the arrest of a Lodi pair on felony drug charges after an investigation that stemmed from a search warrant, which was executed on November …moreSeneca Falls man charged with rape over several years
Authorities say a 29-year-old Middle Black Brook Road resident in Seneca Falls was arrested on numerous charges – including a second-degree rape charge – following a …more
Sheriff says Ovid incident involving child was misunderstanding, exacerbated by language barrier
In an update on Christmas Eve Seneca County Sheriff Tim Luce says the driver of the vehicle involved in a suspicious incident on December 12th has …moreSheriff seeks public’s help in finding Steuben County teen
Authorities are searching for a missing Steuben County teen. Alexis Hostrander, 16, was last seen at her home in Corning. According to the Steuben County Sheriff’s …moreBoyfriend of missing Clyde woman worries troubled past caught up with her
Officers from multiple law enforcement agencies are on-scene in Newark as part of missing person’s case. A contingent of New York State troopers are out alongside …more
del Lago Resort & Casino announces Air Supply to perform at The Vine
del Lago Resort & Casino is pleased to announce soft-rock duo Air Supply will perform at The Vine on Friday, February 22nd at 8PM. Tickets go …more
Legislators urge Cuomo to veto uniform standard bill that would impact beer, wine industries
A group of Finger Lakes-area state legislators today urged Governor Andrew Cuomo to veto legislation that was delivered to the governor for final action this week …more
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 …more
New York state unemployment rate hits record low
New York state’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate has fallen to its lowest level since the current system of record-keeping began in 1976. The new numbers, released …more
NY thwarting federal investigation into deadly limo crash
More than two months after a limousine crash in upstate New York killed 20 people, federal investigators still can’t get access to the vehicle to complete …more
