Yates, Schuyler, Steuben & Tompkins County News

The New York State Capitol building in Albany, a grand stone structure with red roofs and a fountain in front.

Thursday, May 28

Local Leaders React to State Budget Approval

Screenshot of Finger Lakes Daily News weather report for May 28, 2026, showing a forecast of morning showers clearing to sun.

Thursday, May 28

Morning Showers Give Way to Sun, but Cooler Air Moves In

A vast green farm field, likely corn, under a bright blue sky with white clouds and power lines.

Thursday, May 28

Milo Pursues Eminent Domain in Penn Yan Land Case

Watkins Glen Fire Department's red and white fire truck parked outside the station with another emergency vehicle.

Thursday, May 28

Watkins Glen Mayor Praises Firefighters After Blaze

Thursday, May 28

Penn Yan Man Arrested on Forcible Touching Charge

Four people cut a ribbon at Walkerbilt Park in Penn Yan, celebrating its completion.

Wednesday, May 27

Penn Yan Celebrates Completion of Walkerbilt Park

Yellow caution tape with the word 'CAUTION' in black letters, signifying a restricted or dangerous area.

Wednesday, May 27

Schuyler County Bomb Threat Report Deemed False

An ambulance with flashing lights speeds through the night, blurred by motion.

Wednesday, May 27

Ithaca Shelter Fire Sends One Person to Hospital

A firefighter in full gear sprays water from a hose, battling a fire.

Wednesday, May 27

Watkins Glen Apartment Fire Displaces Residents

Wednesday, May 27

Child and Family Resources Returns to Geneva

Workers pave a road in Ithaca, NY, with a sign indicating 'Ithaca 2026 Construction Season Underway'.

Wednesday, May 27

Ithaca Launches Major Construction Projects

A lit cigarette with glowing embers and blue smoke against a black background.

Tuesday, May 26

Finger Lakes Coalition Warns of Rise in Youth Smoking Interest