Your Morning Edition for Saturday, October 26th presented by DiSanto Propane!
PFAS contamination spreads in Seneca Lake, Victor approves a $99M school expansion, and Cayuga Nation donates $10K for hurricane relief. Catch festival highlights, high school sports wins, and more!
Toxic threat alert! PFAS contamination spreads from the former Seneca Army Depot into Seneca Lake
Recent tests by the Seneca Lake Pure Waters Association (SLPWA) and Finger Lakes Institute reveal alarming PFAS levels in streams flowing from the old army base. Kendaia Creek shows the highest contamination, with concerning levels detected in fish and water samples. Local groups are calling for government action—will the Army and EPA finally step up?
Finger Lakes Weather Center: Cool, damp, but improving!
Fast 5: What’s happening in the Finger Lakes?
Victor says yes! Voters approve a $99M school expansion to tackle overcrowding and boost safety. The plan includes 22 new classrooms, safety upgrades, and a new Career & Technical Center. Local taxpayers will contribute $5.7M to help fund the project. [More]
Geneva City Council OKs 2025 budget with a 5% tax levy increase 📈, setting the rate at $12.15 per $1,000 assessed value. To manage rising costs, cuts include lakefront repairs, safety positions, and tree maintenance. Despite challenges, a $200K boost in sales tax revenue offers some relief. [More]
HAPPENING TODAY! The Fall Into Canandaigua Festival is back, turning Downtown into a fall wonderland! Enjoy pumpkin decorating, magic shows, horse-drawn wagon rides, and a kids costume parade at noon. Don’t miss the wildlife encounters and live music tonight! [More]
Toll ban debate heats up! New York proposes banning vehicles from the Thruway for unpaid tolls. The plan targets the $276 million owed, sparking mixed reactions—some support holding drivers accountable, while others question fairness. [More]
New voting site opens in Cayuga County! Voters can now head to Fingerlakes Mall, making the process easier and boosting turnout. Open for early voting and on Election Day, this new location aims to reduce crowding at other sites. [More]
Seneca County honors retiring Sergeant Roger Ward for 38 years of service
After 38 years of dedicated service, Sergeant Roger Ward was celebrated at a ceremony held at the Law Enforcement Center. Known for his leadership in the Correctional Division, Ward also served as Jail Administrator, Union President, and Dive Team member. Sheriff Thompson praised Ward’s legacy, stating his influence will guide future leaders.
MORE FROM THE FLX
Ontario County ATHENA honorees gather for networking event, celebrate leadership
HWS hosts Finger Lakes Chamber mixer, showcase campus engagement
Peak fall foliage is here: Finger Lakes hits prime season as weekend arrives
Livingston County to host “Meet the Makers” event, spotlighting local craft beverages
Seneca County unites for a community Thanksgiving dinner amid growing need
Cayuga’s Harlequin Productions presents comedy showcase ‘Jest Desserts’
HS SPORTS REPORT: Palmyra-Macedon football outlasts Newark/Marion; Bloomfield girls soccer wins in double OT to advance to sectional semis
Palmyra-Macedon football edged out Newark/Marion 38-33 in a thrilling game. In girls soccer, Bloomfield advanced to the sectional semis with a double OT win against York/Pavilion. Catch the full rundown of Friday’s games and scores!
MORE IN SPORTS
Yankees lose Game 1 of World Series on walk-off grand slam (highlights)
FLCC Men’s Soccer advances to Region III Final with 4-1 win over Jefferson
NBA unveils custom-designed courts for Emirates NBA Cup 2024
HS SPORTS REPORT: Newark boys soccer edges Wayne to advance to sectional semifinals
BILLS GAME WEEK: Buffalo travels to Seattle for Week 8 matchup against Seahawks (preview)
State Supreme Court to hear Greenidge lawsuit challenging DEC permit denial
A lawsuit filed by Greenidge Generation LLC, a cryptocurrency mining company, challenging New York’s Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) will come before the New York State Supreme Court on Tuesday. The case centers on the DEC’s denial of Greenidge’s Title V Air Permit renewal, a decision the agency made under New York’s Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act (CLCPA), which sets stringent emissions reduction goals for the state.
MORE IN THE NEWS
Geneva man charged with petit larceny after theft investigation in Seneca Falls
Geneva man faces multiple charges, including drug possession and animal abandonment
Cayuga Nation donates $10K to Union Springs Girls’ Basketball for hurricane relief
New York legislators urge voters to reject Prop 1, citing concerns over expanded rights
Cayuga County man chokes woman during domestic, flees scene before deputies arrive