Josh Durso

3 weeks ago | fingerlakes1.com | Josh Durso

A proposed tax break could give overtime workers a bigger refund next year—but not a bigger paycheck today. The Overtime Pay Tax Relief Act of 2025 (H.R.561) would allow employees to deduct part of their overtime wages from their taxable income. While this could lower what many workers owe the IRS, the taxes would still come out of your paycheck as usual. You’d only see the savings when you file your return. What is the Overtime Pay Tax Relief Act? Sponsored by Rep.

4 weeks ago | fingerlakes1.com | Josh Durso

The Midlakes One-Room Schoolhouse will open its doors to visitors later this month for a special open house and dedication ceremony honoring two long-time supporters. On May 20, the schoolhouse will welcome guests from 5 to 8 p.m. for informal tours, with a recognition ceremony scheduled for 5:30 p.m. to honor Roy Wilkes and Mary Lue Mueller for their commitment to preserving the historic Manchester District No. 12 schoolhouse.

1 month ago | fingerlakes1.com | Josh Durso

The Onondaga County Legislature approved a $33 million budget amendment to buy land and support growth around the upcoming Micron plant in Clay, according to Spectrum News. The funding includes $27 million for property purchases, $5 million for housing, and $1 million for technology initiatives. The measure passed 12-5, though some legislators criticized bundling the initiatives into a single vote, arguing it limited their ability to advocate for specific priorities.

1 month ago | fingerlakes1.com | Josh Durso

Americans should plan ahead as both FedEx and UPS will suspend most operations for 24 hours on Memorial Day, May 26, 2025. The shipping blackout will temporarily halt package pickups and deliveries across the country. Shipping services paused nationwideBoth carriers announced they will close nearly all locations and halt services in observance of Memorial Day, a federally recognized holiday. FedEx closures:FedEx Express and FedEx Freight will be fully paused.

1 month ago | fingerlakes1.com | Josh Durso

Correction officers charged in the fatal beating of Robert Brooks at Marcy Correctional Facility have been granted more time to consider plea deals, according to Oneida County Court proceedings this week. Ten officers face various charges, with five — including Nicholas Anzalone and David Kingsley — charged with murder. Their attorneys requested more time due to newly received body camera footage and technical issues accessing files.