Your Morning Edition for Tuesday, March 19th presented by Canandaigua Dentistry!
Geneva dispensary closer to becoming county's first legal operation, Canandaigua and Auburn get state funds for housing projects, Sennett preps for public hearing on solar projects, and more!
Daily Debrief: What’s trending Finger Lakes?
First up, Alexander Kise, a 21-year-old resident of Canandaigua was found guilty by an Ontario County Jury on several serious charges after a 7 day trial. Prosecutors said in an update late-Monday that Kise faces a maximum sentence of 57 years behind bars. [READ MORE]
Staying in Ontario County, High Points Dispensary is poised to become the first legal cannabis shop there. High Points is inching closer to opening its doors despite facing significant regulatory obstacles and communication challenges with the state's Office of Cannabis Management. [READ MORE]
Snow and breezy in the Finger Lakes!
The State Board of Elections has announced a modified early voting period for the upcoming presidential primary elections, excluding Easter Sunday, March 31, from the early voting calendar. Voters will have the opportunity to cast their ballots from Saturday, March 23, through Saturday, March 30. The main election day is set for Tuesday, April 2. [READ MORE]
Governor Kathy Hochul announced the allocation of over $260 million in funding to support the construction and preservation of more than 1,800 homes across New York State. Two local projects — including Creekview Apartments in Canandaigua and Olympia Terrace in Auburn will means more than 150 new units of housing coming online in those communities in the coming months. [READ MORE]
And finally, the town of Sennett is set to host a public hearing to deliberate on a proposed law aimed at regulating solar energy projects within its jurisdiction. Scheduled for 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, March 21, at the Sennett Town Hall, the meeting will also address updates to the town’s lodging regulations. This proposed solar energy law intends to support renewable energy production while safeguarding the community’s safety. [READ MORE]
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Watkins Glen sophomore gets victory, All-American status at Adidas Indoor Nationals
Watkins Glen High School’s Madison Tuttle emerged as the champion in the One Mile Racewalk at the Adidas Indoor Nationals held in Virginia Beach. The sophomore standout not only clinched the title among nine competitors but also secured All-American status for the second time following her recent accolade at the New Balance Nationals in Boston. Tuttle’s winning time of 8:09.62 outpaced the second-place finisher by a significant margin, underscoring her dominance in the event.
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THE FEED: More headlines from around FL1
New York’s mayors call for increased state aid funding amid rising service costs
Brother and sister face several charges after conspiring after Seneca Falls crash
Finger Lakes National Forest announces 26th annual Youth Fishing Derby
“Sips to the Eclipse” event lights up the Cayuga Lake Wine Trail
Skaneateles set for revitalized dining experience at former Hilltop
Hochul announces overhaul of NY’s cannabis management office
Bonafiglia Family Foundation donates $30,000 to local charities in February