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Sheriff: Heroic Rescue Saved Four Lives in Fatal Naples Crash

Ontario County Sheriff David Cirencione says the quick actions of a passing motorist likely saved four lives following Wednesday’s fiery three-vehicle crash in the Town of Naples that claimed the…

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Tractor-Trailer Driver Killed in Scipio Manure Tanker Crash

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Allers Wins 120th Dem Assembly Primary by 28 Votes

Geneva High School Names Kylie Smith Assistant Principal

A female student in safety goggles pours a liquid from a beaker into a separatory funnel in a science lab, while a male student watches.

Keuka College Reaches Direct Admission Agreement with Syracuse

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Dundee Man Charged After Six Hurt in Arcadia Attacks

Fresh green beans, carrots, beets, cucumbers, and yellow squash are displayed at a vibrant farmers market.

Cayuga County Warns of Reduced Senior Farmers Market Coupons

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Quick Firefighter Response Limits Damage in Dryden House Fire

A bright red Canandaigua Fire Department 'Truck 1281' is parked inside a fire station.

Canandaigua Fire Reports Busy First Half of 2026

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Thompson Named Among Nation’s “100 Great Community Hospitals”

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Steuben County Declares July R.E.D. Friday Month

Boat ablaze at Finger Lake dock, thick black smoke rising against evening sky, seen from emergency vehicle.

Thursday, July 2

Boat Fire in Vine Valley Draws Multi-Agency Response

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Thursday, July 2

Sterling Man Accused of Causing $14K in Vehicle Damage With ATV

Regional and Statewide

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Audit Finds Problems With New York Domestic Violence Hotline

Syracuse Public Safety Building sign at 1153, listing Michael E. Jensen & Ethan C. Cunningham, with police & fire badges.

Syracuse Dedicates New PSB Honoring Fallen Police Officer, Firefighter

New York State Police patrol car with severe rear and driver's side damage, trunk open, on a highway.

Alleged Drunk Driver Crashes Into State Police Vehicle on I-190

NY State Police car pulls over a dark SUV on the side of a road.

Thursday, July 2

State To Increase DWI Patrols for July 4 Holiday Weekend

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Thursday, July 2

Syracuse Man Sentenced in Identity Theft, Bank Fraud Scheme

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Thursday, July 2

Man Sentenced in Deadly Gates Wegmans Warehouse Shooting

Community Calendar

Adult Pottery: “Friday Night Fun” Week 1 with Linda LaRock

Sunny Point 5:00 PM

“Breakfast Club” Pottery Session with Linda LaRock

Sunny Point 9:00 AM

“Family Fun” Pottery Session with Linda LaRock

Sunny Point 1:00 PM

“Sunset Serenity” Pottery Session with Linda LaRock

Sunny Point 5:00 PM

National News

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Thursday, July 2

16 children rescued from ‘deplorable conditions’ in Ohio home, officials say: ‘Beyond comprehension’

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Thursday, July 2

Charges filed in South Carolina drive-by shooting that killed 13-year-old over two years ago

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Thursday, July 2

Texas man charged with manslaughter in Tesla crash that killed a woman in her home: Sheriff

Entertainment News

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Thursday, July 2

Tyler Perry says he’s excited for fans to see characters’ growth in ‘Why Did I Get Married Again?’

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Thursday, July 2

Ashley Tisdale to produce, star in ‘Toxic Moms’ series

Thursday, July 2

Influencer Nara Smith says 2-year-old daughter has cancer