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Auburn police chief announces retirement, Danish firm sues Newark's Ultralife over breach of contract, Reston named interim Canandaigua judge, Dickens Christmas organizers in-studio, and more!

Nov 21, 2024

Auburn Police Chief James Slayton will retire on Jan. 20, 2025, marking 27 years and one day since beginning his career with the department. Slayton, who became chief in July 2021, cited family and health as key reasons for his decision, aiming to spend more time with loved ones, including his new grandson. During his tenure, Slayton led initiatives like securing body cameras, launching a mental health crisis team, and achieving department accreditation.

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Showers likely turning into a steadier rain by evening. Mix of snow and rain tonight. Some locations in the Southern Tier and Central New York could see accumulation. But most of us along the I-90 corridor and points northward should remain accumulation-free. Our mild weather is behind us, though, as temperatures will stay in the low-to-mid 40s over the next week.

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Danish waste management firm Nordsense is suing Newark-based Ultralife Corp. for $10 million, alleging the company supplied defective lithium metal batteries. The lawsuit, filed in U.S. District Court for the Western District of New York, claims the faulty batteries caused overheating, fires, and explosions, impacting Nordsense’s operations and reputation. [Read More]
Margaret “Meg” Reston, a former Canandaigua City Council member, will step in as interim City Court judge starting Jan. 1, 2025. She was appointed by Mayor Bob Palumbo to succeed retiring Judge Jacqueline Sisson, with a special election for the position set for November. [Read More]
NYSED has released its 2023-2024 student performance report, covering statewide tests including the Regents, NYSAA, and exams in English, math, and science for grades 3-8. The data highlights mixed results and declining proficiency in key subjects across public schools statewide. [Read More]
The Seneca Falls Town Board has approved the creation of a new Civil Service position for director of public works, with a salary range of $75,000 to $85,000. Candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree in engineering, have three years of professional experience in the field, and at least one year in a supervisory or managerial role. [Read More]
Once a pioneer in integrated healthcare, the former Newark Medical Center on Church Street is being torn down after years of neglect. Built in 1949, the center was ahead of its time, offering services like radiology, a blood lab, and a small pharmacy under one roof—rare for its era. [Read More]

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Syracuse hits road to face Texas in Legends Classic

The Syracuse men’s basketball team hits the road for the first time this season to face Texas in the semifinals of the Legends Classic at Barclays Center tonight at 7 p.m. The Orange (3-0) survived in double overtime last Saturday, beating Youngstown State 104-95 to remain unbeaten. Meanwhile, the Longhorns (3-1) dropped their season opener to Ohio State but have won three straight since.

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FLX WEEKLY: Dickens Christmas in Skaneateles

Skaneateles is ready to welcome visitors for Dickens Christmas every Saturday and Sunday from Thanksgiving through Christmas. Maria DeMitchell, artistic director and John Michael Decker, associate director of Dickens Christmas will join Jim Sinicropi in-studio to talk about this years event as we prepare to kick off the 2024 holiday season.