Your Morning Edition for Monday, October 23rd presented by Canandaigua Dentistry!
PFAS contamination at NY military sites confirmed in report, Ontario County Coroner candidates discuss issues, and AMR Ambulance Auburn closure prompts major concerns in Cayuga County.
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Report: PFAS water contamination risks at NY military sites
A report from the U.S. Department of Defense finds 245 of its 275 installations are close to groundwater sources, including 13 in New York State. The danger is, these installations could be leaching PFAS “forever chemicals” into primary water sources of nearby towns and cities. Comments from Jared Hayes, senior policy analyst, Environmental Working Group.
EXCLUSIVE: Three candidates for Ontario County Coroner discuss issues, importance of response time ahead of Election Day!
Tom Cheney
Nancy Augustine
Laura Swarthout
Residents concerned about emergency response in Auburn after AMR closure announcement
The looming shutdown of AMR Ambulance’s Auburn location by December 31 has ratcheted up concerns over emergency service capabilities in the area. Handling around 3,000 calls annually, AMR has been a pivotal service for the community. With its departure, Auburn and surrounding areas are grappling with potential risks to public safety.
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More headlines for Monday, October 23rd!
Good samaritan, motorcyclist both dead after Newfield accident
Railroad crossing upgrade closes part of North Street in Auburn: How long will it be closed?
New York’s colleges are shifting gears, focusing heavily on STEM amid promise of manufacturing
Airports across the region secure state funding for major upgrades
Shields of Honor Gala celebrates Geneva first responders at Ventosa Vineyards
Childhood asthma linked to gas stoves; NY Heat Act gains traction
Canandaigua hosts third annual Bean Bags & BBQ contest at Trolley Station Apartments
Vote coming this week on Seymour Library’s $1.02M budget and 5.5% tax increase
Ithaca PD respond to multiple overnight incidents including burglary on W. State St.
New York’s expanded ‘Move Over’ law timed with National Move Over Day
Legal battle erupts over books in Clyde-Savannah school library
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FLX CANDIDATES: Jackson Puylara talks need for more housing opportunities, infrastructure updates in Seneca Falls
Today we continue our series previewing contested races across the Finger Lakes by sitting down with one of the candidates running for Seneca Falls Town Board. Jackson Puylara is unusual, given that he is the youngest candidate in a contested race in our coverage area. He says his candidacy was born out of an interest in town government, which came from seeing a number of hot-button issues make headlines and raise concern among residents. Whether it’s flooding caused by outdated infrastructure, the need for affordable single-family housing, or development around tourism – all three are important, Puylara says, to the future of the community.