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April 13, 2026
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Cicero Resident Dies from Injuries After March House Fire: A 41-year-old resident of Bridgeport has died from injuries after a house fire that occurred in late March in the Town of Cicero, Onondaga County. State Police reported that the man passed away on April 9 as a result of the injuries sustained during the incident. Emergency crews responded to the fire at a home on Areopagitica Avenue on March 24. Authorities continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the blaze. (Source: Finger Lakes Daily News on Apr 13)
March 5, 2026
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Bronx Resident Admits Guilt in Multi-State Bank Fraud and Identity Theft Case: A resident of the Bronx has entered a guilty plea in a federal court in Buffalo for involvement in a complex bank fraud and identity theft scheme operating across several states. Prosecutors stated that Michael Herrera, 45, and his associates recruited individuals to impersonate bank account holders, withdrawing funds without authorization in multiple states, including New York, Delaware, and Pennsylvania. The group was active between late January and early February 2025. The scheme concluded with withdrawals at branches in Lockport and Williamsville. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Mar 5)
January 15, 2026
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Seneca Falls Town Board Finalizes 2026 Appointments and Discusses Detective Role: The Seneca Falls Town Board held its annual reorganization meeting, confirming appointments for key town roles such as attorney, engineering, and various administrative positions for 2026. The board also adopted meeting schedules, established reimbursement rates, and designated official banks and media outlets. During regular business, members debated the proposal of adding a police detective position and heard public input regarding town park management and liability. All appointments and schedules were formally approved. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Jan 15)
January 12, 2026
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Seneca Falls Retains Soscia as Interim Town Manager During Ongoing Search: The Seneca Falls Town Board voted to retain retired town manager Peter Soscia on a part-time basis while the search continues for a permanent replacement. Soscia is set to work up to 20 hours per week, compensated at $77.44 per hour, until the new manager is appointed. The board has received three applications and plans to conduct interviews in mid-January. Other board actions included considering a visitors center at the former Morehouse Boat Co. site and discussions about staffing changes. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Jan 12)
October 29, 2025
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Rye Resident and Entrepreneur John Peter Heffernan Dies at 85: John Peter Heffernan, a long-time Rye resident and business founder, died on September 17, 2025, at age 85. Known to family and friends as Jack or Cappy, he leaves behind his wife June, six children, and twenty grandchildren. Heffernan graduated from Boston College and had a successful career managing Manhattan properties. He served on several educational boards in the region and was actively involved in outdoor activities and family gatherings. (Source: Rye Record on Sep 20)
September 26, 2025
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Rye Police Cite Overweight Construction Truck for Multiple Violations: Rye police stopped a construction truck on September 24, 2025, near Playland Access Drive and Theodore Fremd Avenue, finding it over 30% above the legal weight limit and with faulty brakes. The vehicle, owned by a Bridgeport, Connecticut company and working on a Harrison site, received 17 violations (Source: MyRye.com on Sep 26)
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Pelham Manor Fire Captain Balances First Responder Duties and Chiropractic Practice: Geoffrey FioRito, a lifelong Pelham resident, serves as both a captain in the Pelham Manor Fire Department and a local chiropractor. After returning to Pelham in 1998 to continue his family's chiropractic practice, FioRito has combined his medical background with his commitment to public safety, mir (Source: Pelham Examiner on Sep 26)
September 10, 2025
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Vehicles Taken from Rye Train Station Found in the Bronx: Authorities have recovered cars in the Bronx that were reported stolen from the Rye train station. Local police are investigating the incidents, which have raised concerns about security at the transit facility. No arrests have been reported at this time. (Source: MyRye.com on Sep 10)