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Missing man found dead after falling through ice in Cayuga Co., DEC leaves 250 comments on SMI statement, rock salt shortage wreaks havoc on FLX, winter weather advisory posted, and Five Points death.

Feb 06, 2025

Body of missing man found in small lake near Cato

New York State Police recovered the body of a missing 66-year-old man from Cross Lake after he was last seen at his cottage on February 2. Search teams identified where his UTV may have broken through the ice, prompting the deployment of the underwater recovery unit. Officials are continuing their investigation and seeking public assistance with any additional information.

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Finger Lakes Forecast: Icy conditions this morning!

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A Winter Weather Advisory is in effect for Cayuga, Seneca, Ontario, Wayne, and Yates counties until 4 PM today. The region can expect up to 3 inches of snow and sleet accumulation with ice accumulation reaching one-tenth of an inch in places. Hazardous travel conditions are likely, particularly during the morning commute, due to slick roads and reduced visibility. Winds may gust up to 35 mph, further complicating travel, so caution is advised for those driving or venturing outdoors.

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

Amazon driver Tyler Elton was awarded the Civilian Life Saving Award for saving two women trapped during a Seneca Falls house fire. Elton noticed smoke on his delivery route and acted quickly, rescuing a woman and her wheelchair-bound companion from approaching flames. Local police praised Elton’s courage, emphasizing the rarity of such honors in Seneca Falls.
Over 150 trucks lined up in Ontario, New York, as suppliers struggled to meet rock salt demand caused by prolonged cold weather. American Rock Salt confirmed historic demand levels, prioritizing municipal clients over contractors to maintain road safety. Governor Kathy Hochul’s administration reassured residents that state contracts remain sufficient to handle winter needs.
The New York State DEC issued 250 comments on Seneca Meadows’ draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) for a landfill expansion. Most comments addressed grammar and clarity, but others called for updates on methane emissions, pollution control, and environmental justice compliance. Seneca Meadows must revise and resubmit the DEIS before public hearings can proceed.
Corrections officers have confirmed that inmate Adam Lafferty’s death in Five Points Correctional Facility was a homicide, with his cellmate under investigation. Lafferty was found on December 23 with injuries consistent with strangulation and blunt force trauma. The incident adds to rising violence reports in the prison, prompting investigations from state police and the Attorney General.
Congresswoman Claudia Tenney temporarily closed her district offices after receiving multiple violent threats against her staff. She called for peaceful discourse and thanked law enforcement for their prompt response in ensuring safety. While in-person operations are suspended, Tenney encourages constituents to share concerns through her official website.

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Wednesday HS basketball report: Jayla Bell sets all-time scoring record at Lyons; Newark girls edge Bloomfield

Jayla Bell made history by becoming Lyons’ all-time leading scorer, surpassing 1,987 career points during a game against North Rose-Wolcott. Bell also entered the 2,000-point club by the third quarter. Other highlights included Newark’s close victory over Bloomfield and Palmyra-Macedon’s win over Mynderse.

WEDNESDAY NIGHT SCOREBOARD

GIRLS

Lyons 61 – North Rose-Wolcott 34
Newark 64 – Bloomfield 59
Palmyra-Macedon 48 – Mynderse 32
Waterloo 53 – Penn Yan 48
Midlakes 58 – Wayne 56

BOYS

Lyons 70 – Red Creek 52
Red Jacket 69 – Bloomfield 63
Clyde-Savannah 67 – Marion 38
Dundee/Bradford 48 – Naples 34
Gananda 80 – North Rose-Wolcott 46
Honeoye 82 – HAC 56
East Rochester 77 – Williamson 54
Canandaigua 69 – Pittsford Sutherland 42

LIVE AT 7 PM: Geneva, Lyons battle in Route 14 rivalry Thursday night

A marquee game from last week is ready to tip off on Thursday after a postponement. FL1 Radio is live from Lyons as the Geneva Panthers travel north on Route 14 to take on the Lions. Paul Russo and Kyle Evans have the call courtside from the Lyons Community Center. Tipoff is scheduled for 7 pm.