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Cazenovia Financial Adviser Pleads Guilty to $686,000 Fraud Scheme. A Cazenovia financial adviser, Dean Dellas, admitted to defrauding clients out of nearly $686,000 by collecting unauthorized fees and making improper withdrawals from investment accounts. Dellas, age 41, pleaded guilty to federal charges including wire fraud and aggravated identity theft in Syracuse. Prosecutors outlined that the fraudulent activity occurred between June 2021 and November 2023 and included misrepresenting his client relationships and compensation. Sentencing is scheduled for June 22. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Feb 28) Finger Lakes Cazenovia, NY Syracuse, NY
School Officials Cite High Costs of New York Electric Bus Requirement. School leaders in New York are raising concerns about the state's mandate to transition to fully electric school buses by 2035, citing financial challenges and technology limitations. Districts such as North Syracuse report that the high price of electric buses would allow only a fraction of their fleets to be converted, even with current aid programs. Lawmakers have proposed options to opt out, while state agencies claim existing incentives can address most additional costs. The debate highlights funding and implementation concerns in multiple districts. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Feb 26) Finger Lakes Cazenovia, NY
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Sabres Defeat Lightning 6-2 at Benchmark International Arena. The Buffalo Sabres controlled the matchup against the Tampa Bay Lightning with a convincing 6-2 win at Benchmark International Arena. Buffalo's offense outpaced Tampa Bay throughout the game. Attendance was reported at 19,092. (Source: Townsquare Times on Feb 28) Buffalo Sabres Tampa Bay Lightning