The company’s 2026 award win marks its fourth consecutive year earning this community-voted recognition for trusted local technology service
FINGER LAKES, NEW YORK – July 14, 2026 – Empire Fiber Internet, a leading provider of 100% fiber optic internet across New York and Pennsylvania, announces today that the company has been named the Gold Winner of the FLX Finest Award for Best IT / Office Technology. The recognition by voters across the community marks the company’s fourth consecutive year receiving this honor, showcasing Empire Fiber Internet’s dedication to delivering dependable fiber internet and responsive local service to homes and businesses throughout the Finger Lakes region.
Presented annually, the FLX Finest program recognizes the companies and residents shaping the Finger Lakes community, with winners selected by local community voting. This year’s contest saw over 179,000 votes cast and included more than 1,800 entrants competing across 214 categories. Empire Fiber Internet’s win demonstrates the value customers place on fast, reliable connectivity and the company’s hometown approach to service.
“We’re incredibly honored to receive this recognition from the Finger Lakes community for the fourth year in a row,” said Kevin Dickens, CEO of Empire Fiber Internet. “This award is especially meaningful because it comes directly from the people and businesses we serve every day. We’re proud to continue supporting this region’s growth with reliable connectivity, local support, and the exceptional customer experience our communities deserve.”
With a growing fiber network and a customer-first approach, Empire Fiber Internet continues to invest in the infrastructure and service capabilities that help residents, businesses, schools, healthcare providers, and community organizations stay connected. The company’s locally based teams and 24/7 customer support ensure customers have access to both industry-leading technology and knowledgeable assistance whenever they need it.
Empire Fiber Internet extends its gratitude to everyone who voted and supported the company in this year’s FLX Finest Awards. The recognition reinforces the company’s mission to strengthen communities through fast, reliable fiber internet and hometown service.
For more information about Empire Fiber Internet and its services, please visit www.empirefiber.com.
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About Empire Fiber Internet
Founded in 1896 with a single telephone line in Prattsburgh, NY, Empire Fiber Internet has grown into a premier fiber internet provider, serving homes and businesses across New York and Pennsylvania. Empire Fiber Internet delivers dedicated 100% fiber connections with fast, reliable speeds, no data caps, transparent pricing, and internet options ranging from 500 Mbps to 2 Gig. With a focus on outstanding customer service and dependable performance, Empire Fiber Internet provides the flexibility and bandwidth customers need for streaming, working, gaming, and staying connected, without slowdowns. Learn more at www.empirefiber.com.
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