Your Morning Edition for Friday, July 12th presented by Canandaigua Dentistry!
Confirmed tornado count balloons, short-term rental regs get approved in Geneva, Aurora officials plan for future without Wells College, and troubled cancer center joins regional health system.
Tornadoes confirmed across the Finger Lakes: NWS up to 7 total with investigations continuing
New York State experienced an unprecedented number of tornado warnings on Wednesday, with the National Weather Service (NWS) issuing 42 warnings across the state from Buffalo to the Adirondacks. This broke the previous record of 41 warnings set during a severe weather outbreak in May 1998.
FLX Forecast: What to expect today?
Fast 5: What’s happening in the Finger Lakes?
STAFFING CHALLENGES: Tourism in New York’s Finger Lakes region has returned to pre-pandemic levels, but local businesses are struggling to find enough workers. Despite the influx of tourists, staffing shortages remain a significant issue. [More]
SHORT-TERM RENTALS: Geneva City Council voted 6-2 on Wednesday to amend the short-term rental ordinance initially passed in 2023. The changes remove the need for special-use permits and adjust parking requirements to match those for residential use. [More]
WELLS CLOSURE: With Wells College set to close this year, Aurora is planning for the future of the village and its land. The village is revising zoning laws and addressing short-term rental regulations to shape its next steps. [More]
FINANCIAL WOES: The Cancer Resource Center of the Finger Lakes (CRC) has affiliated with Cayuga Health System as of July 1. This move aims to stabilize the nonprofit, which has faced financial struggles. [More]
BOATING WARNING: The Cayuga County Sheriff’s Office has issued a warning about water hazards following recent storms. Sheriff Brian Schenck reports that significant debris is floating in the county’s lakes and waterways, posing risks to boaters. [More]
CONCRETE JUNGLE: The Ups and Downs of Baseball
MORE SPORTS: Local, High School, and New York Updates
Yankees’ implosion continues in another series loss (highlights)
Mets blank Nationals to complete three-game sweep (highlights)
WEBCAST: Geneva City Council holds July meeting
MORE NEWS: From Around The Finger Lakes!
HAPPENING TODAY: Rally to support New York State Green Amendment
Rochester man flees deputies in Seneca County, later found with drugs
Odessa-Montour school board holds annual reorganizational meeting: President and VP identified
Wyckoff Family Foundation awards $445K in grants to community groups
Benders receive community service award from Convention Days
FLX Craft Beverage Coalition gets $5,000 grant from Waterloo Container
Teen charged with grand larceny from Eastview Mall: Over $1,000 worth of merchandise stolen
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