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South Seneca CSD leader announces retirement, previewing big meeting for Wayne Co. supervisors, FLLT protest more land, and recap from Watkins Glen International!

South Seneca superintendent announces retirement after 30 years of service

South Seneca Central School District Superintendent Steve Parker Zielinski will step down from his position on March 7, 2025, marking the end of a distinguished 30-year career in the district. Zielinski, who has served as superintendent for the past twelve years, shared the news in a heartfelt letter to the South Seneca community, expressing gratitude for the opportunity to lead and serve in various capacities, including as a teacher and principal.

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FLX Forecast: What to expect today?

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Fast 5: What’s happening in the Finger Lakes?

1. A lockdown at Southern Cayuga Central School District was mistakenly triggered on Friday due to a technology glitch, prompting a search by law enforcement. School officials told parents that district security and police found no threats after a thorough inspection of the building. [Read More]

2. The Finger Lakes Land Trust has permanently protected 406 acres of prime farmland in the town of Milo, Yates County, through a conservation easement. Owned by Robert and Kay Henderson, the land is operated by Robert and his son Matthew, who grow crops such as corn, wheat, and soybeans. [Read More]

3. The Wayne County Board of Supervisors will meet tomorrow at 9:00 a.m. The session will focus on a variety of public safety, finance, and administrative matters, with public hearings scheduled early in the meeting. We have a full preview of the session online now. [Read More]

4. The Town of Seneca will hold a public hearing tomorrow at 7:30 p.m., to discuss proposed Local Laws 4 and 5 of 2024, which focus on updates to the town’s zoning law and zoning map. The hearing will be immediately followed by another public hearing regarding the town’s Comprehensive Plan. [Read More]

5. Workers at BorgWarner’s Lansing facility rejected a second labor contract offer, prolonging their strike into its sixth day. The Ithaca Voice reported that that 67% of workers voted against the latest proposal, which included a 21% wage increase over four years and a $5,500 bonus. [Read More]

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Chris Buescher plays spoiler with thrilling overtime victory at The Glen

Chris Buescher snapped a 37-race winless streak, capturing a dramatic victory at the Go Bowling at The Glen NASCAR Cup Series race. Buescher, who missed the playoff cut, took the checkered flag after a series of late-race cautions and a hard-fought final lap battle with Shane Van Gisbergen. The win marks Buescher’s first of the season and first win for a non-playoff driver in 2024.

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MORE IN SPORTS

• Syracuse women’s soccer blanked by Virginia Tech

• Gallman nets equalizer as Cornell draws with Villanova

• Aaron Judge hits MLB-best 53rd homer as Yankees take three of four from Red Sox (highlights)

• Edwin Díaz gives up walk-off single as Mets drop series to Phillies (highlights)

• Big Red plays UAlbany to 2-2 draw behind Diakos, Harris goals

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Genoa Volunteer Fire Department showcases new Engine 1 at Old Forge Fire School

The Genoa Volunteer Fire Department had the honor of displaying their new Engine 1 at the 57th annual Old Forge Fire School, held September 12-15. The event, hosted by the Old Forge Fire Department and the Firefighters Association of the State of New York, drew departments from across the state. Seven members from Genoa, including active firefighters and commissioners, participated in various hands-on and lecture-based training sessions.

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MORE FROM THE FLX

• Elks honor 31 Wayne County veterans in American Patriot Remembrance Ceremony

• Geneva Athletics partners with Friendly Ford for fundraiser

• Sodus Farmers’ Market welcomes fall with seasonal produce and events

• ‘Dancing Under the Stars’ in Throop this Saturday from 6-9 PM

• OCHS to host fall walking tour series on Canandaigua’s transportation history

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Two injured in Benton crash after driver fails to yield at stop sign

A two-car accident in the Town of Benton on Friday evening resulted in two people being transported to the hospital with injuries. Deputies responded to the crash at the intersection of State Route 54 and Pre-Emption Road around 5:50 p.m., where an investigation revealed that Guido M. Cannata, 68, of Cicero, failed to yield at a stop sign, striking a vehicle driven by Brian J. Dillon, 36, of Dresden.

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MORE IN THE NEWS

• Penn Yan Village Board to address zoning, infrastructure, and community events at September meeting

• South Seneca Superintendent Steve Zielinski announces retirement after 30 years

• Deputies: Drunk driver wrecks car, later arrested in Wayne County

• Rochester woman arrested for DWI after driving wrong-way in Victor

• Canandaigua woman arrested for shoplifting, falsifying business records

• Canandaigua firefighters called back to area where homes were evacuated after another gas line is struck

• Clifton Springs woman arrested for child endangerment, resisting arrest after domestic incident

• Canandaigua man arrested for shoplifting at Tops Market

• Shortsville man charged with sex abuse and forcible touching at Manchester Dollar General

• Geneva seeks developer for long-vacant South Exchange Street site