Category: Finger Lakes
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Major change coming to Waterloo’s Main Street Shoppe: Mixed use for downtown
In a potentially exciting development for the village of Waterloo the Main Street Shoppe Center is slated for a significant transformation. Building owner Bob Stivers, in collaboration with the village, is seeking bids to convert the center’s second and third floors from commercial spaces into residential units. This initiative is supported by a New York…
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State proposes mandatory FAFSA application for high school seniors
Governor Kathy Hochul has proposed a new initiative aimed at expanding access to higher education in New York by requiring all high school seniors to apply for college financial aid using the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The proposal seeks to demystify the college transition process and ensure students and their families are…
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Cornell investigates fraternity hazing allegations: Several frats suspended
Cornell University has placed several fraternities under temporary suspension pending investigations into allegations of hazing. The Ithaca Voice reports that specific details about the fraternities involved or the nature of the allegations have not been disclosed. These fraternities, part of the Cornell Interfraternity Council which comprises 29 member chapters, are now paused from all activities…
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Residents, officials say they oppose gravel pit expansion in Watkins Glen
Schuyler County community members expressed strong opposition at a public hearing on February 13 regarding the proposed expansion of the Padua Ridge Gravel Pit. The expansion, proposed by It’s Green Now, seeks to increase the mine’s size to 75.28 acres from the existing 14.33 acres. Critics argue that the public review period for the 764-page…
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Four juveniles hurt after pickup truck, horse-and-buggy collide in Yates County
A serious accident involving a horse and buggy and a pickup truck in Yates County Tuesday afternoon has resulted in injuries to four juveniles. The incident occurred just before 3 p.m. at the intersection of Welker Road and State Route 14A in the town of Barrington. According to authorities, the four juveniles were traveling inside…
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Rochester man faces felony charges after Sodus incident
Deputies say a Rochester man was arrested on felony charges after a domestic incident in Wayne County. Benjamin Laplante, 41, was arrested for first-degree criminal contempt and aggravated harassment. It’s alleged that Laplante violated an active court order. He was arrested after a warrant was issued, deputies said. Details of the incident that led to…
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LIVE AT 7:30 PM: Mynderse, Waterloo conclude regular season FL East girls slate Wednesday night (webcast)
The FL1 Sports Team heads to Waterloo on Wednesday night. The Tigers host the Mynderse Blue Devils in Finger Lakes East league action and write a new chapter in their storied rivalry. Paul Russo and Kyle Evans have the call. Tipoff is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. Get the latest headlines delivered to your inbox each…
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Sabres cruise past Kings to snap two-game skid
The Buffalo Sabres cruised past the Los Angeles Kings, 7-0, at KeyBank Center on Thursday night to snap a two-game skid. Six players scored for Buffalo (23-25-4), five recorded multiple points, and Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen earned his fourth shutout of the season after stopping 33 shots. Jordan Greenway scored twice, while Zach Benson, JJ Peterka, Kyle…
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Syracuse upsets No. 7 North Carolina in bounce-back win at the Dome (full coverage)
The Syracuse Orange secured a bounce-back win on Tuesday night, outlasting the No. 7 North Carolina Tar Heels, 86-79, at the JMA Wireless Dome. Syracuse improved to 16-9 on the season, 7-7 in the ACC, and 12-2 at home. Four players finished in double figures for the Orange. Judah Mintz led the way with a…
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TUESDAY HS BASKETBALL REPORT: Newark boys hold on to beat Palmyra-Macedon; Wayne boys edge Geneva in low-scoring affair
Tuesday was the second to last day of the high school basketball regular season, and 13 games were played across the Wayne Finger-Lakes. Check out the scores, stats, and Wednesday’s slate below. BOYS SCOREBOARD (2/13) Geneva (13-6) 34Wayne (18-2) 39 WAY: Cam Blankenberg 15 pts; PJ Ostrowski 12 pts; Josh Warner 7 pts Marcus Whitman…