Your Morning Edition for Sunday, Jan. 26th presented by DiSanto Propane!

AFC Championship preview, three Wayne Co. towns get infrastructure money, Red Creek village employee facing felony charges, Auburn park pond repairs start soon, and update on two Saturday crashes.

Jan 26, 2025

AFC CHAMPIONSHIP: Game day has arrived—can Buffalo overcome Kansas City?

Just four teams remain in the NFL playoffs, and the No. 2 seeded Buffalo Bills will travel to Arrowhead Stadium to take on the top-seeded Kansas City Chiefs in the AFC championship game today at 6:30 p.m., with a trip to the Super Bowl on the line.

This marks the fourth postseason clash between these teams in the past five seasons, with Kansas City winning all three previous matchups. Quarterbacks Josh Allen and Patrick Mahomes will face off for the ninth time in their careers, with the series currently tied at four wins apiece.

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Finger Lakes Forecast: Presented by Blush by CVDesigns!

The weather in the Finger Lakes over the next few days will feature cold temperatures and occasional snow. Sunday will be mostly sunny but chilly, with highs near 32°F and gusty winds. Monday brings slightly warmer conditions with highs near 36°F, but snow showers are likely Monday night into Tuesday, accompanied by strong winds and blustery conditions. Snow showers will persist through Wednesday, with highs in the mid-30s and gusty winds continuing.

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Fast 5: What’s happening in the Finger Lakes?

Governor Kathy Hochul announced $273 million in funding for water infrastructure across New York State, with Clyde, Lyons, and Phelps among the beneficiaries. Clyde will receive $2.4 million for well pump replacements and a new water treatment system, while Lyons will receive $4.4 million for pump station upgrades. Phelps will use $587,160 to extend its water district, providing clean water to 25 additional properties. These projects aim to improve public health, environmental safety, and long-term water system reliability.
A driver in Wayne County was rescued Friday morning after his car veered off Gansz Road in Galen and sank into a partially frozen pond. Deputies and emergency responders acted swiftly to help the 66-year-old man escape the sinking vehicle using a safety throw rope. The driver was taken to the hospital for evaluation after the accident, which occurred when he lost control of his vehicle. The Sheriff’s Office praised the collaborative effort that ensured the driver’s safety.
A two-car crash in the Town of Jerusalem left two Keuka Park residents injured Saturday morning. The accident occurred when a 74-year-old driver, William H. Gage, turned into a driveway and was struck by an oncoming vehicle driven by Kortnee L. Taylor. Both drivers were transported to Soldiers and Sailors Hospital with injuries, including chest pain and head and neck trauma. Authorities are investigating but have not announced any charges.
The Canandaigua Town Planning Board will review major development proposals at its upcoming meeting, including a 414-lot mixed-use subdivision on Parkside Drive. Another key item is a proposed amendment to allow manufactured homes in single-family zoning districts, with a public hearing set for February 24. Additional agenda items include site plans for individual homes and a special-use permit for a short-term rental. These decisions will impact the region's housing and zoning landscape, and public participation is encouraged.
Repairs to the southwestern wall of Hoopes Park pond in Auburn will begin on February 3, managed by the Cayuga County Soil and Water Conservation District. The project includes dredging the pond and addressing the structural failure, with construction expected to last three to four weeks. The park will remain open, but areas near the worksite will be restricted for safety. A $150,000 state grant funds the project, which aims to minimize disruption to residents and maintain essential services.

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SATURDAY HS BASKETBALL REPORT: Lyons girls overcome halftime deficit to defeat Canisteo-Greenwood; Marcus Whitman girls move to 12-1

The Lyons girls basketball team overcame an eight-point halftime deficit to defeat Canisteo-Greenwood, extending their win streak to six games and improving to 10-1 on the season. Marcus Whitman girls continued their strong performance, cruising past School of the Arts to move to an impressive 12-1 record.