Your Morning Edition for Sunday, March 3rd presented by DiSanto Propane!
Women's HOF announces sudden change to induction ceremony; Auburn mayor gives exclusive to FL1 on City Council progress, police in Ithaca investigate stabbing, and BIG sectional wins for local schools
Daily Debrief: What’s trending in the Finger Lakes?
First up, we have breaking news this weekend from the National Women’s Hall of Fame. They announced Saturday that due to ‘unforeseen’ challenges — the induction ceremony that was moved from the Finger Lakes to New York City will not be nationally televised as originally planned. [READ MORE]
Next up, we have an exclusive conversation with Auburn Mayor Jimmy Giannettino, who shared updates on his first two months in office. He was critical of Albany, who he says is making operation for communities like his more difficult by the day. Scroll to the bottom of this newsletter for the podcast! [LISTEN HERE]
DAILY FORECAST: Getting mild, so get outdoors!
It’s going to feel like spring here in the Finger Lakes the next few days. It’s early-March, so we know this won’t last forever. That means it’s time to get outside and enjoy it while you can! We should stay mostly dry and unseasonably warm until mid-week.
Next up is an active stabbing investigation in the city of Ithaca. It happened yesterday afternoon, and IPD Is asking for anyone with information about the incident to contact them as soon as possible. [READ MORE]
The City of Ithaca has entered into a contract with Flock Safety, a company recently spotlighted for failing to secure necessary permits in several states, to implement an advanced surveillance system aimed at enhancing public safety. Despite concerns raised by Flock Safety’s past permit issues, IPD anticipates the deployment of 22 AI-powered cameras to assist in crime preventioN. [READ MORE]
And finally — downtown Hornell is set to transform thanks to local efforts and state funding. We have an exclusive look at the planned work, and what that means for downtown revitalization. [READ MORE]
FL1 Sports: Scores and insight from the world of local sports!
BOYS BASKETBALL: Victor knocks off undefeated Greece Athena to win second straight sectional title
Skaneateles hockey blows past Webster Thomas to advance to Division II Frozen Four
BOYS BASKETBALL: Wayne upsets East in Class A finals behind Cam Blankenberg’s big second-half
BOYS BASKETBALL: Lyons cruises past Pembroke to capture 22nd sectional title
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Auburn Mayor: State needs to do more to protect Owasco Lake, Auburn’s drinking water
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Schuyler County observes national consumer protection week with educational resource
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Historical talk on canal boats in the Finger Lakes announced
Ithaca adopts AI surveillance cameras despite company’s permitting controversies
Two suspects flee scene of knife attack in Ithaca; victim recovering in hospital
Oregon woman who pulled knife on deputy in Wayne County faces assault, menacing charges
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