Your Morning Edition for Tuesday, September 17th presented by Canandaigua Dentistry!

Following the latest on threats at Auburn middle school. Plus, your five biggest stories of the day and reviewing a busy night in sports!

Auburn Police investigating social media threat at Auburn Junior High School

The Auburn Police Department and the Auburn Enlarged City School District are working together to investigate a social media threat directed at Auburn Junior High School. Law enforcement is actively searching for the individual(s) responsible and has committed to holding all parties accountable.

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More summery weather as fall gets near!

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Fast 5: What’s happening in the Finger Lakes?

1. The Palmyra Town Board is preparing to hold its third 2025 budget workshop on Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. at the Palmyra Town Hall. This session is part of a series of budget workshops scheduled throughout September as the board works to finalize next year’s budget. [Full Preview]

2. Auburn native Daniel Kerstetter, a Michigan State Police Motor Carrier Officer, died over the weekend from injuries sustained in a crash on I-75. The accident occurred Friday when a Ford Explorer hit the median and struck Kerstetter’s patrol vehicle, pushing it into the semi-truck he had pulled over. [Read More]

3. The Town of Seneca will hold a public hearing on Tuesday at 7:30 p.m., to discuss proposed Local Laws 4 and 5 of 2024, which focus on updates to the town’s zoning law and zoning map. The hearing will be immediately followed by another public hearing regarding the town’s Comprehensive Plan. [Full Preview]

4. Homeowners in Steuben County impacted by severe storms and flooding caused by Tropical Storm Debby in August can now apply for emergency repair grants of up to $50,000. Governor Kathy Hochul announced the availability of the grants, which will help income-eligible homeowners make necessary repairs to ensure their homes are safe and habitable. [Read More]

5. Cayuga Community College is introducing a new Machining Fundamentals Microcredential this fall, aimed at preparing students for entry-level roles in advanced manufacturing. Starting with a Workplace Communications class in September, the program offers five short-term courses that focus on essential machining and CNC technology skills through hands-on learning from industry professionals. [Read More]

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BILLS WEEKLY: Dolphin domination and looking ahead to Jaguars

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MORE SPORTS

• HS SPORTS REPORT: Naples boys soccer blanks Mynderse to remain unbeaten; Waterloo girls volleyball edges Clyde-Savannah

• Starling Marte’s walk-off single lifts Mets over Nationals in extras (highlights)

• FLCC Women’s Soccer Secures First Win of the Season with 2-1 Victory

• Syracuse women’s soccer blanked by Virginia Tech

• Gallman nets equalizer as Cornell draws with Villanova

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Lincoln Hill Farms prepares for HalloweenFest kickoff on September 27

Get ready for a spooktacular time as Lincoln Hill Farms’ annual HalloweenFest kicks off in just two weeks on Friday, September 27. The event promises family-friendly thrills with attractions like the Zombie Hunt Wagon Ride, a 3D Halloween-themed walking trail, and interactive games. Guests should also keep an eye out for bewitched farm characters wandering the grounds.

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MORE LIFE

• Western Roundup event raises $170,000 for Thompson Health memory care expansion

• Cayuga’s Cultural Speaker Series returns with focus on environment and sustainability

• South Seneca Ambulance to host final chicken bbq of the season, seeks volunteers

• Canandaigua pop-up food pantry continues through fall with upcoming dates

• Northeast College expands offerings, opens for fall 2024

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Canandaigua man charged with child endangerment, obstruction after giving 5-year-old alcohol

A Canandaigua man was arrested on September 13, 2024, after allegedly giving an alcoholic beverage to a five-year-old child on South Main Street. Trevor A. John, 28, was taken into custody following the incident, during which he was found to be highly intoxicated while caring for the child.

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MORE NEWS

• Canandaigua man arrested for stealing mini bike from porch

• Canandaigua woman arrested for aggravated DWI after late-night traffic stop

• Farmington woman arrested for DWI after hit-and-run incident in Canandaigua

• Canandaigua crash leads to aggravated DWI arrest

• Ontario County Chamber to host ribbon-cutting for Safe at Home Physical Therapy’s new location

• Seneca Falls Police to host annual child car seat safety check event

• Livingston County launches new ‘Visit LivCo’ app to enhance tourism experience

• Governor Hochul encourages voter registration ahead of National Voter Registration Day

• New pricing reports help New York farmers set competitive market prices

• Officials disappointed amid dog waste issues in Hornell

• National Grid proposes $40/mo increase for electricity and gas