Category: Finger Lakes

In a revealing shift, former President Donald Trump hinted on Monday that he’s open to the idea of cutting Social Security and Medicare, marking a stark contrast from his previous position and recent critiques of his Republican rivals. During a recent interview, Trump mentioned the potential for entitlement reform as a method to tackle the…

A recent survey from the New York Federal Reserve reveals growing consumer concerns over inflation, with long-term expectations surging beyond the Federal Reserve’s target. The Survey of Consumer Expectations indicated that while the one-year inflation outlook remains steady at 3%, projections for three and five years have escalated to 2.7% and 2.9%, respectively, overshooting the…

As Americans brace themselves for the biannual clock change, Senators Rick Scott and Marco Rubio have reignited the conversation around making daylight saving time (DST) permanent. With the support of a bipartisan bill, the Sunshine Protection Act, which the Senate passed unanimously in 2022 and was reintroduced in the House in 2023, the duo aims…

The Buffalo Bills have brought back defensive back Cam Lewis on a two-year, $4 million contract, according to a report from ESPN’s Adam Schefter. Lewis was a pending unrestricted free agent after spending his first four NFL seasons in Buffalo. The 26-year-old has been a valuable backup safety and cornerback while also taking special teams…

Whether it’s for personal use, managing a small team, or running a large organization, the right scheduling software can make all the difference. This brings us to the heart of the matter: the significance of selecting the right open-source scheduling software. Open-source software offers numerous benefits, including flexibility, cost-effectiveness, and the ability to customize the…

The Canandaigua Police Department reports the arrest of a local man following a traffic stop on Lakeshore Drive. According to a news release, Jason McMillin Jr., 23, of Canandaigua was arrested for driving while intoxicated. He was found to be intoxicated after a roadside investigation. Police didn’t release his blood alcohol content. He was issued…

Despite a surge in apartment construction aimed at alleviating the rental housing shortage, New Yorkers shouldn’t expect significant drops in rent prices in 2024. The aftermath of the pandemic, coupled with high interest rates on mortgages and a longstanding deficiency in rental housing, had previously driven rental prices to unprecedented heights. As a result, rent…

Despite registering on the national Do Not Call Registry, many continue to receive spam calls and texts, leaving people wondering about the effectiveness of the 221 million-strong list maintained by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). The registry, designed to protect individuals from unsolicited telemarketing, does not encompass all types of calls, allowing political campaigns, charities,…

The Waterloo Police Department reports the arrest of a 43-year-old woman following a domestic incident in the village. Stacey Plate, 43, of Waterloo has been charged with attempted criminal mischief and two counts of harassment. Those charges stem from a domestic incident where it’s alleged that Plate subjected two people to unwanted physical contact and…

Governor Kathy Hochul has announced the availability of $1.35 million in funding to protect New York’s forests through the Forest Conservation Easements for Land Trusts Grant Program. This initiative allows qualified land trusts to apply for up to $350,000 to secure conservation easements on forested land within the state. The aim is to safeguard these…