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February 5, 2026
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Firefighters Contain Second-Alarm Blaze at South Street Home in Weedsport: Firefighters from several Cayuga County departments responded to a second-alarm fire on South Street in Weedsport overnight. Multiple agencies, including Port Byron, Jordan, Sennett, Auburn, and Aurelius Fire, joined to control the blaze by conducting an exterior-only attack. All occupants safely evacuated the home and no injuries were reported by officials. The cause of the fire has not yet been determined and crews remained on the scene for several hours. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Feb 5)
January 9, 2026
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Jordan Neighbor Dispute Leads to Shots Fired, No Injuries Reported: State police responded to an incident in the village of Jordan on Thursday evening after a dispute between neighbors escalated to gunfire on Mechanic Street. The conflict began as a verbal altercation between residents of upstairs and downstairs apartments and turned physical before one resident retrieved a rifle and fired a single shot outside. No injuries were reported. Police later seized multiple firearms and ammunition, arresting Daniel T. Ballard, 40, on several weapon-related charges. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Jan 9)
November 17, 2025
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Jordan-Elbridge High School Inducts 15 New Members into National Honor Society: Jordan-Elbridge High School recently celebrated the induction of 15 students into the Veritas Chapter of the National Honor Society. The ceremony recognized students for exemplifying scholarship, leadership, service, and character, reflecting the core values of the organization. The event included remarks from school administrators and a keynote address highlighting the district's commitment to inclusivity. These new members form part of a long-standing tradition of academic and personal achievement at the school. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Oct 30)