Morning Edition: Exclusive Conversation With Candidate For Geneva Mayor + Daily Top-10!
More reaction on the prospect of a Rochester-area casino and NYSEG's plans to raise rates significantly. Also have a closer look at a trio of Cayuga Co. villages working TOGETHER to win $10 million!
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EXCLUSIVE: Jan Regan talks campaign for mayor in Geneva ahead of Democratic Primary
This week we begin our series talking with candidates running in upcoming primaries across the Finger Lakes. First up is Jan Regan, who currently represents Ward 3 on Geneva City Council, and is seeking the Democratic nomination for mayor. While she won support of the Democratic Committee, incumbent Steve Valentino picked up enough signatures during the petition process to force a primary. Regan sat down with us to talk about her campaign, the issues she feels are most important, and how she would represent Democrats in the general if selected.
Leaders in Ontario County worried about state gaming deal: Rochester casino could impact 1,000 jobs at Finger Lakes Gaming & Racetrack
Following the report earlier this week that the state could be negotiating a deal behind closed doors to bring a Seneca Nation casino to the Rochester-area several local stakeholders have spoken out in opposition. First, representatives from Finger Lakes Gaming & Racetrack spoke out against it, alongside State Sen. Pam Helming, who represents Ontario County. Helming said that not only would a Rochester-based casino impact Finger Lakes Gaming & Racetrack, but also del Lago Resort & Casino, located in Tyre. She pointed to indirect impacts of a casino in Rochester, too. Now, more leaders from the Ontario County are weighing in on the matter- calling for more local input if the state and Seneca Nation are serious about a Rochester casino.
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More News For Thursday, June 15th!
NYSEG, RG&E submit updated rate case to Public Service Commission: How much would prices go up?
Trio of Cayuga County villages working together on DRI grant
Brandon Nimmo’s walk-off triple lifts Mets over Yankees in extras
Avelo Airlines takes flight in Rochester with direct flights to Raleigh-Durham
Construction in Cohocton, Prattsburgh will create temporary road closures
State education department releases rules for schools to support LGBTQ students
Seneca County Board of Supervisors June 2023 Board Meeting (webcast)
Two businesses raided by Office of Cannabis Management in Ithaca
Empire Plate visits Red Brick Pub in Seneca Falls
The Empire Plate is a video series on YouTube featuring a wide variety of eateries throughout New York State. Very similar to the famous ‘Diners, Drive-Ins & Dives’ on Food Network. This week, the Empire Plate published their episode featuring Red Brick Pub in downtown Seneca Falls. Check out the full episode below!