Your Morning Edition for Thursday, Feb. 22nd presented by Canandaigua Dentistry!
Captain Jack's in Sodus has new owners, Blockhouse Diner owners dish on closure, DEC Commish Seggos announces resignation, and your full-recap from sectional hoops action last night!
Daily Debrief: What’s trending Finger Lakes?
First today — one of the region’s most popular restaurants has new owners. Captain Jack’s Goodtime Tavern located in Sodus Point has been acquired by a local couple who aim to continue the legacy and make improvements to the business. [MORE]
Next, we have some news out of Albany. DEC Commissioner Basil Seggos announced his resignation. While he is the longest serving commissioner to date, there are a number of high-profile environmental issues on the DEC’s plate at the moment — including the Seneca Meadows Landfill and Padua Ridge Gravel Mine. [MORE]
INSIDE THE FLX: Learning more about Geneva’s proposed ReUse Center
In Auburn, law enforcement officials say more than $370,000 in grant funding has been effective at combatting violent crime. It’s part of the GIVE initiative. All told, there have been more than 75 details, 19 search warrants executed, and 20 arrests. [MORE]
Owners of the Blockhouse Diner have spoken out about what led to their decision to close last week. The Main St. diner in Clyde shut down on Valentine’s Day, and owners say it simply came down to cost of operating and lack of customer support on a recurring basis. [MORE]
And finally, a tragic update on a story in Steuben County. The victim of an assault in Erwin has died. Now, New York State Police are bringing elevated murder charges to the 59-year-old they say is responsible for her death. [MORE]
FL1 Sports: Scores and insight from the world of local sports!
WEDNESDAY HS BASKETBALL SECTIONAL REPORT: Gananda’s Miles Caviness scores 1000th point in win over Campbell-Savona; Newark girls top Wayne
The high school basketball pre-quarterfinal round wrapped up Wednesday with another full slate of games, and for the second straight night, a player reached 1,000 points, this time Gananda senior Miles Caviness. Tap the button below to see everything from last night’s action!
What else is happening in the Finger Lakes?
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Sodus man faces felony drug, weapon charges after state police raid
Canandaigua Town Board to hold public hearing on proposed rezoning for indoor sports facility
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City of Geneva responds to lawsuit, cites no seat belt in accident
Red Jacket seeks community feedback for nickname change later this year