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Seneca Army Depot: Local documentary looks at creation, running, and closure of historic property.
The Seneca Army Depot is rich in history. In recent years, much of the discussion around the sprawling property has been contained to the white deer. That said, there's so much more to know. A new documentary published by WETM's Carl Aldinger looks at how landowners were moved off of that property as the Depot was constructed, the protests that happened later as the US Army operated the property, and how the community has been forgotten several times over.
Change is coming to the Alcohol & Drug Council of Tompkins County.
Change is coming to the Alcohol & Drug Council of Tompkins County. Following the completion of a 40-bed open access detox and stabilization facility, Anegla Sullivan is stepping down as leader of the organization. "It's healthy for an organization to have change," Sullivan said in an interview with FingerLakes1.com following the announcement. She's served as executive director for 12 years. In an exclusive conversation with FingerLakes1.com she talked about the decision, and we caught up with her temporary successor.
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More News For Tuesday, May 30th!
Wayne County man threatened group of adults and children with BB gun: Now he faces 10+ charges
Camillus Walmart employee hurt while fleeing armed man prompting lockdown
Hochul visits first state veterans cemetery in Seneca County on Memorial Day
Groton apartment fire causes limited damage, first responders say
Landmark Society places Wayne County trolley facility facing demolition on “Too Close to Call” list
Watkins Glen International CEO Michael Printup will retire in June