Your Morning Edition for Thursday, March 14th presented by DiSanto Propane!
Landfill landslide repairs won't be complete for months, latest on Geneva's special election, major changes coming to Auburn's Arterial, and Sodus paramedic faces criminal charges after investigation.
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First up, new information stemming from the landslide that happened last fall at the Ontario County Landfill. Company officials confirmed that damages to gas extraction and leachate control systems caused by that incident 4+ months ago will not be fixed until the middle of May. [READ MORE]
Staying in Ontario County — there was a special election held this week to find out who would represent voters in Ward 6. There was a tie last fall, which prompted the special election. At this point, Republican Tom Moracco has a comfortable lead. However, results are not official or final yet. [READ MORE]
Mild and mostly quiet for one more day!
Big changes are coming to the Arterial in Auburn. The state Department of Transportation is setting the stage for an ambitious $18 million upgrade to Auburn’s key thoroughfare, the Arterial, aiming to revitalize the nearly 3-mile stretch that spans the heart of the city. [READ MORE]
Investigators in Wayne County have charged a 41-year-old paramedic from Sodus with unlawful imprisonment and forcible touching following a domestic dispute. The incident happened this past weekend, and remains part of an active investigation. [READ MORE]
And finally — some good news for first responders in Trumansburg. Senators Chuck Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand say $3.5 million in federal funds are coming to the village to help with its new fire and EMS facility. [READ MORE]
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Upgrades coming to Seneca Falls Community Center
Seneca Falls is on the move to enhance its Community Center, utilizing part of a $10 million Downtown Revitalization Initiative grant awarded by New York State in 2020. The town aims to improve the facilities at the Community Center located at 35 Water St., contributing to the area’s development.
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Man convicted in 2021 police chase that ended in near-fatal crash in Ontario County
Syracuse falls to NC State in second round of ACC Tournament
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Bath woman faces burglary and larceny charges after investigation
State lawmakers advocate for legal representation of immigrants
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