Your Morning Edition for Monday, July 15th presented by Canandaigua Dentistry!
NY will miss 2030 climate goals, latest on Trump assassination attempt, Seneca Co. seeks proposals for Willard complex, Auburn vet sues Cayuga Co., CMAC readies for busy concert week, and more!
STORY IN 60: NY will miss 2030 climate goals
A new report shows New York will have to delay its 2030 climate goals. The report from the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority showed the state will be a few years off from its climate goals despite a fervent push toward renewables, due to pandemic-era inflation and growing clean energy demand.
FLX Forecast: What to expect today?
Fast 5: What’s happening in the Finger Lakes?
NEW SUPERINTENDENT: The Waterloo Central School District Board of Education has chosen Sarah Cupelli as the next Superintendent of Schools. Cupelli will be officially appointed at a special board meeting tonight. [READ MORE]
WILLARD FUTURE: Seneca County is seeking proposals for the redevelopment of the former Willard Drug Treatment Center campus. The 550-acre site features over 75 buildings, a mile of Seneca Lake shoreline, and significant infrastructure. [READ MORE]
ALGAL UPDATE: The Canandaigua Lake Watershed Association reports no harmful algal blooms this week. Water clarity improved from 5.1 meters to 5.9 meters, and the average surface temperature is 76.5°F. [READ MORE]
CAYUGA CO. SUED: An Auburn man has sued Cayuga County, claiming racial discrimination prevented him from being hired as a planner. According to The Citizen, David Scott, a Black U.S. Army veteran, filed the lawsuit on June 24, seeking over $900,000 in damages. [READ MORE]
ROAD WORK UPDATE: Auburn city officials announced that temporary repairs will begin today on the eastbound lanes of the Arterial from the city line to Columbus Street. The project, lasting about a week, aims to improve road conditions before a major reconstruction in 2025. [READ MORE]
How did the Mets and Yanks do last night?
Mets drop series finale to Rockies
The New York Mets (49-46) gave up six home runs and dropped the series finale to the Colorado Rockies (34-63), losing 8-5 on Sunday afternoon at Citi Field.
Yankees blow ninth-inning lead in walk-off loss to Orioles
The New York Yankees (58-40) couldn’t complete the three-game sweep of the Baltimore Orioles (58-38) on Sunday afternoon, suffering a 6-5 loss in walk-off fashion.
MORE SPORTS: Local, High School, and New York Updates
Yankees roll past Orioles, win first series since mid-June (Saturday highlights)
Mets defeat Rockies for fifth straight victory (Saturday highlights)
Cody Jinks, Dierks Bentley will be at CMAC this week
Finger Lakes music fans have plenty to enjoy this week. CMAC is hosting two big country concerts, with Cody Jinks performing on July 18 and Dierks Bentley on July 20.
MORE LOCAL HEADLINES: What Else Is Happening?
Saunders Finger Lakes Museum to host 8th annual Paddle Keuka 5K
Geneva man faces felony DWI, child endangerment charges after Seneca Falls incident
Convicted felon from Rose faces new weapons charges, deputies say
Motorcyclist hurt after being hit by pickup truck in Palmyra
Teen airlifted to Rochester hospital after serious crash in Steuben County
‘WE ARE NOT ENEMIES’: Biden, Trump both call for unity after assassination attempt at PA rally
AROUND THE US & WORLD: Beyond the Finger Lakes
NY officials continue condemning political violence after Trump assassination attempt
Motive unknown in Trump assassination attempt as investigation continues today