Category: Finger Lakes

Donald Trump has emerged victorious over Nikki Haley in the South Carolina Republican primary, signaling a significant blow to Haley’s presidential ambitions. Trump’s victory on Saturday, February 24, sees him potentially claiming the majority of the state’s 50 delegates, further extending his lead in the race for the Republican nomination. As the race progresses, Trump’s…

Seneca County is moving forward with efforts to enhance its housing landscape, following a 2023 study highlighting the need for a diverse range of housing options to support economic growth. In response, the county’s Board of Supervisors recently approved the issuance of requests for proposals (RFPs) for the development of a comprehensive housing plan. This…

Berkshire Hathaway’s financial strength showcased remarkable growth in the fourth quarter, with its cash reserves reaching an all-time high of $167.6 billion, surpassing the previous quarter’s $157.2 billion. The conglomerate, led by Warren Buffett, revealed significant gains in its insurance sector, contributing to an impressive 28% increase in operating earnings compared to the same period…

Nvidia, the California-based chip designer, has emerged as a pivotal force in the artificial intelligence (AI) revolution, with its stock value soaring past the $2 trillion mark. The company’s discrete GPUs, specialized for parallel computing, have become essential for AI applications, positioning Nvidia as a quasi-monopoly in the field. This has led to a surge…

During a nationwide service interruption affecting AT&T customers, Apple’s iPhone SOS mode has emerged as a critical feature, enabling users to reach emergency services despite cellular outages. This functionality allows for automatic dialing to local emergency numbers and shares the user’s location with responders, offering a vital connection in times of need. In addition to…

Credit card companies are raising interest rates to unprecedented levels, imposing an extra financial burden on borrowers, according to a recent Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) report. This surge in annual percentage rates (APR) results in higher profit margins for lenders at the expense of consumers, costing cardholders an estimated $25 billion in excess interest…

The Seneca County Chamber of Commerce celebrated its Business After Hours event this February, spotlighting Sessler Wrecking as the Business of the Month. The event, hosted by the Hampton Inn in Seneca Falls on February 21 saw a gathering of local businesses and Chamber board members. Sessler Wrecking, a company with a rich history spanning…

Two extra-attacker goals by the No. 11-ranked Cornell men’s hockey team over the final 1:31 in the third period avenged a 2-0 deficit to force overtime before the Big Red took the extra point in the standings with a shootout victory following a 2-2 tie with St. Lawrence before 1,579 at Appleton Arena on Saturday…

The top-ranked Hobart hockey team defeated the University of Southern Maine 4-1 in a New England Hockey Conference semifinal game at The Cooler this evening.  With the win, the Statesmen are now 24-2-1 overall this season. Junior Cooper Swift led the Statesmen with two assists. In total, 11 different skaters found their way onto the scoresheet. Sophomore Damon…

The third-seeded William Smith hockey team was defeated by second-seeded Elmira 4-0 in a New England Hockey Conference semifinal at the Murray Athletic Center this afternoon. The Herons conclude their season with a 17-9-1 overall record. Senior Annie Hauser played all 60 minutes in goal and made 29 saves. Claire Meeder led the way for the Soaring…