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Housing struggle in rural Finger Lakes, questions about drinking water safety in Auburn, DOH drags its feet on PFAS, tornado touch down locally, and NYSEG/RG&E meters get not-so-welcomed upgrade.

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What’s News Today? Get Caught Up Fast!

1. Housing in communities like South Seneca is a struggle. Late last week a community meeting was held to spotlight the issues. The county has hired a firm from Buffalo to determine housing needs. [MORE]

2. Questions about drinking water safety loom in Auburn, as a record-breaking amount of HAB-related toxins were found in raw samples earlier this week. Is your drinking water safe? Health officials say 'yes', but everyone should be prepared for a water emergency. [MORE]

3. The state Department of Health continues to ignore its June 19 legal deadline for announcing draft regulations for limiting PFAS ‘forever chemicals’ in public drinking water even after federal regulators issued dire new warnings about their health risks. [MORE]

4. The National Weather Service has confirmed an EF-1 tornado touched down in Wayland, Steuben County earlier this week. [MORE]

5. RG&E and NYSEG will be installing smart meters on homes and businesses in Wayne County over the next several months. They will allow the power supplier to read meters more accurately and easily. However, if residents choose to opt-out, they will get hit with a monthly fee. [MORE]

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FL1 Features: News That Matters

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From Social: Something Shared

The first phase of construction on Parrott Hall in Geneva is nearing its completion. There’s still a long way to go until the historic structure is open for use, but progress has been significant. FL1 News Director Hayley Jones was on the historic property, getting an update on progress. Read the story here.

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