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Latest on manhunt after shooting in Schuyler Co. Plus, Auburn school proposes school tax increase, 911 issues in Ontario Co., and grandparents arrested after two teens face array of charges.

May 05, 2024

The suspect, identified as 40-year-old Rexford Smith, also known as ‘Ely’, from Catlin, remains at large. Authorities believe he may be armed and urge the public to report any information to the Schuyler County Sheriff’s Office. The area remains an active crime scene as the investigation continues, but officials assure there is no direct threat to the public.

Verizon Wireless customers in Monroe and Ontario Counties faced significant challenges in reaching emergency services via phone on Saturday, as reported by local public safety offices. Both the Monroe County Office of Public Safety and the Ontario County Sheriff’s Office confirmed difficulties with receiving 911 and administrative calls from users of the network, and even now that it’s resolved — it’s unclear what prompted the issue. [READ MORE]
The Auburn Enlarged City School District has presented a proposed budget for the 2024-25 academic year, which includes a tax levy increase and funding for several new staff positions. Tessa Crawford, the district’s business executive, detailed the budget during a board of education meeting on April 17, leading to its adoption by the board. [READ MORE]

Soggy end to the weekend across the FLX

Extended Forecast

Early Saturday morning, a single-car crash involving a drunk driver prompted a hefty response from first responders on Norris Road in Himrod. At around 1:35 a.m., Yates County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to reports of a vehicle crash where the car had landed on the Norfolk Southern train tracks. [READ MORE]
In Palmyra two 14-year-old teenagers have been arrested following a series of criminal activities that have frustrated the local community. They're linked to 10+ cases locally and now their grandparents have been charged, too. [READ MORE]
Residents of the Village of Dryden have been placed under a Boil Water Order following a significant water main break at the intersection of West Main Street and Mill Street on Friday. The break disrupted water service and caused a substantial drop in water pressure, raising the potential for contamination within the water system. [READ MORE]