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February 28, 2026
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Hermon Man Faces Charges After Father's Death Ruled Homicide in Russell: A 63-year-old resident of Hermon died following a domestic dispute with his son at a home on Pyrites-Russell Road in the town of Russell. An autopsy at Glens Falls Hospital indicated the death resulted from asphyxia due to strangulation, leading authorities to rule it a homicide. New York State Police arrested the son, Hans Knickerbocker, 40, after determining the altercation became physical. He was arraigned in Hermon Town Court and held on bail at St. Lawrence County Correctional Facility. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Feb 28)
February 22, 2026
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Cornell Men's Hockey Winning Streak Ends in 4-2 Loss at Princeton: Cornell University's men's hockey team saw its five-game series winning streak against Princeton snapped with a 4-2 defeat on Saturday at Hobey Baker Memorial Rink. After building a two-goal lead in the first period, Cornell was unable to hold off Princeton, which responded with three unanswered goals. Despite consistent offensive efforts and 21 shots across the final two periods, Cornell was unable to overcome Princeton's strong goaltending. The loss moves Cornell to an 18-8-1 record for the season. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Feb 22)
February 14, 2026
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Cornell Women's Hockey Wins in Overtime at St. Lawrence, Clinches Ivy League Title: The Cornell women's hockey team secured a 4-3 overtime victory over St. Lawrence at Appleton Arena, earning their third consecutive Ivy League championship and 18th overall. The Big Red jumped to an early three-goal lead, but St. Lawrence rallied late to force overtime. Grace Dwyer scored the winning goal in the extra period, and goalie Annelies Bergmann finished with 32 saves. The win brings Cornell's season record to 17-10-2 as they continue their successful campaign. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Feb 14)
January 14, 2026
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Rye Hockey Team Defeats Pelham with Four Unanswered Goals in Rivalry Match: The Rye High School hockey team secured a 4-1 victory over Pelham on January 13, 2026, marking their sixth win in their last seven games. After falling behind 1-0 in the first period, Rye responded with a strong second period, registering three consecutive goals and gaining control of the game. Seven different Garnets contributed to the scoresheet during this key rivalry matchup. Rye has improved its season record to 6-0-1 since their opening games. (Source: MyRye.com on Jan 14)
January 10, 2026
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Colin Nigro Scores Five Goals in Rye Hockey's 7-4 Victory Over Massena: Rye High School's varsity hockey team secured a 7-4 win against Massena, highlighted by sophomore Colin Nigro's standout five-goal performance. The game saw Rye recover from a first-period deficit as Nigro's goals propelled the team into the lead by the second period. Contributions from teammates, including goals by Trevor Dolan and Will Niejadlik, further extended Rye's advantage. Massena narrowed the margin in the third period, but Rye held on to claim a convincing road win. (Source: Rye Record on Jan 10)
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Rye Hockey Team Secures Mark Tyo Memorial Tournament Title With Back-to-Back Wins: The Rye Garnets hockey team clinched the Mark Tyo Memorial Tournament championship in upstate New York, defeating Massena 7-4 and Canton 4-0 in consecutive games. This victory marks the team's second in-season tournament title and brings their neutral site record this year to 4-0. Key performances included a five-goal effort from Colin Nigro and a shutout by goaltender Fernando Mosquera. The team continues to show strong form as the season progresses. (Source: MyRye.com on Jan 10)
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Cornell Women's Hockey Secures 5-2 Win Over St. Lawrence at Lynah Rink: Cornell University's women's hockey team, ranked No. 10 nationally, defeated St. Lawrence 5-2 in a home game at Lynah Rink. The victory improved Cornell's record to 11-6-2 and left St. Lawrence at 7-14-2. Multiple players contributed goals for Cornell, while goaltender Annelies Bergmann recorded 22 saves. After an early advantage for Cornell, St. Lawrence narrowed the gap, but Cornell answered quickly to secure the win. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Jan 10)
January 8, 2026
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Rye and Pelham High School Hockey Rivals Finish in 2-2 Draw at Playland: Longtime high school hockey competitors Rye and Pelham faced off at Playland Ice Casino, resulting in a 2-2 tie after regulation and overtime. Pelham scored first, but Rye quickly responded, with both teams trading goals throughout the game. Despite nine penalties incurred by Rye, they did not concede a power-play goal. The tightly contested match ended without a winner after an extra five-minute overtime period. (Source: Rye Record on Jan 8)
January 7, 2026
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Rye Hockey Teams Draw Against Pelham in Intense Matchup at Playland Ice Casino: The Rye High School hockey team played to a 2-2 tie against rival Pelham on January 7 at Playland Ice Casino. Despite frequent penalties and a highly competitive atmosphere, neither team managed to secure a win, with Rye's strong penalty kill proving vital in both regulation and overtime. Rye goals came from Colin Nigro and Ryan Draddy, while goalie Fernando Mosquera recorded 20 saves. The match drew a large local crowd and ended after a scoreless overtime period. (Source: MyRye.com on Jan 7)
December 22, 2025
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Ohio Police Release Video of Alleged Shoplifter Confrontation in Walmart: Authorities in Canton, Ohio released police body-camera footage of an incident at a Walmart where a suspect accused of shoplifting allegedly brandished a handgun at an officer. The confrontation reportedly ended when a store employee intervened and tackled the individual. The episode highlights safety challenges faced by law enforcement and retail staff during theft investigations. Officials are continuing to review the circumstances surrounding the encounter. (Source: Finger Lakes Daily News on Dec 22)
December 1, 2025
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State Police Investigate Fatal Car Crash and Related Death in Waddington: New York State Police are investigating a fatal single-vehicle accident that occurred on State Route 37 in Waddington, St. Lawrence County, on November 30. The driver, found unresponsive at the scene, later died at Canton–Potsdam Hospital. During a subsequent visit to the driver's residence, authorities discovered another deceased individual, prompting a broader inquiry. Police believe the case is isolated and public safety is not at risk. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Dec 1)
November 10, 2025
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Large Solar Farms Spark Debate in Upstate New York Communities: The development of expansive solar projects, such as the 2,400-acre Cider Solar facility in Genesee County, is reshaping rural areas across Upstate New York. These projects often bypass local zoning approvals due to the state's expedited permit process, leading to disputes between residents who favor economic gains and those concerned about impacts on farmland and community control. With more solar installations planned, tensions between neighbors and local governments continue to rise. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Nov 10)