Your Morning Edition for Tuesday, October 3rd presented by Canandaigua Dentistry!
Local sheriff has legal protections stripped by county lawmakers, Canandaigua Y opens with line out the door, new episode of Bills Weekly after dominant win, and your daily top-10 headlines!
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Conflict erupts between Steuben County sheriff, lawmakers: Sheriff’s legal protections rescinded by legislature
Steuben County Sheriff James L. Allard finds himself embroiled in a contentious battle with the Steuben County Legislature after it passed resolutions stripping him of legal defense and indemnification against lawsuits on September 25. Allard contends these resolutions are not only unprecedented but were also established with minimal public debate or input. The resolutions require Allard to purchase millions in liability insurance personally and remove the legal protections afforded to other officers and staff, leaving him vulnerable to lawsuits. Sheriff Allard has responded by filing Supreme Court papers against the county.
BILLS WEEKLY: Dominating Win, Defensive Challenges, and London Bound
Join hosts Paul Russo, Jim Sinicropi, and Kyle Evans in the latest episode of Bills Weekly. They break down the Buffalo Bills’ impressive victory over the Dolphins with a score of 48-20. In this episode, the trio delves into the standout moments of the game and look ahead to an important week across the pond. They also get into injuries concerns that could have an impact on the rest of the season.
Brand new Sands Family YMCA in Canandaigua is open: Residents line up to be among first inside
The Sands Family YMCA, a sprawling 75,000-square-foot facility, officially commenced its operations on Monday in Canandaigua. A substantial donation of $13.5 million from the Sands Family was pivotal in realizing the construction of the North Road establishment. Further contributions encompassed $1 million in federal backing and an additional $1 million from entrepreneur and philanthropist Brian Prince.
CONCRETE JUNGLE: Yankees, Mets Season Wrap-up, Coaching Changes, 2023 Wild Card Preview
In this episode, Paul Russo and Kyle Evans dissect the final series of the season for both teams. They explore the Yankees’ strategic move of asking back Sean Casey as the hitting coach for the upcoming year. The duo discusses the potential impact of this coaching decision.
More headlines for Tuesday, October 3rd!
Seneca Falls draft comprehensive plan looks at possible future without landfill
Motorcyclist airlifted from crash in Phelps after driver fails to yield right of way
National emergency alert system test slated for Wednesday: What will happen?
Steve Aoki concert at Cornell fraternity prompts police calls, property damage concerns
Police: Seneca Falls woman hits person during domestic incident
When will foliage peak in the Finger Lakes? What about other regions?
Streaming Spotlight
RELENTLESS: Dan Sessler talks pride in work + making tough decisions
This week on The Relentless Podcast it’s about focusing on what’s important and the things that make you proud. Host Christine VanDusen is joined by Dan Sessler to talk business, life, the ways the two intersect, and how to keep the fire burning when things get tough. Dan talks about the difficult decisions he’s had to make throughout his life, and how he’s maintained focus to make progress through each.