Morning Edition: Get caught up in 60 seconds!
Good news at the gas pump, Geneva City Councilor responds after controversial remarks, and Schuyler considers new ambulance service.
Here are the stories we’re following for you Thursday, September 1st. The Morning Edition is a daily digest of the biggest stories that matter to your life in the Finger Lakes. Today’s newsletter is sponsored by Canandaigua Dentistry. Learn more about them and other FingerLakes1.com partners by scrolling down.
5 FAST FACTS: GET CAUGHT UP IN 60 SECONDS
There’s good news at the gas pump! Gas prices are lower for now, but some travelers are not optimistic as they head into the holiday weekend. Reporter Rebecca Swift has the latest, as she caught up with some of them filling up ahead of the final weekend of summer. [MORE]
Yates County has applied for $400,000 in Community Development Block Grant funds to allow residents to repair or replace aging wells and septic systems. County Administrator Nonie Flynn says the county received CDBG funds four years ago, but it wasn’t enough to do all the work that was needed. [MORE]
The Schuyler County Legislature is laying the groundwork to potentially change ambulance service providers. A 6-2 vote could mean Cayuga Health Systems would take over. [MORE]
Geneva City Councilor Ken Camera came under fire last week after saying “let it burn” during a public meeting. Debate was unfolding about funding the city’s fire department, which leaders say is suffering from outdated equipment and low morale — putting the community at risk. Now, he’s clarifying those comments — saying he supports them. [MORE]
The duo facing attempted murder charges after trying to set a young child on fire at a truck stop in Tyre, Seneca County will be in court in October. According to prosecutors, motions were argued this week, as the case moves forward. [MORE]
