Your Morning Edition for Tuesday, January 23rd presented by Canandaigua Dentistry!
Landfill opponents in Albany, small business tax scam uncovered, Romulus school meeting under microscope, Canandaigua brewery sold, and Victor residents will vote on land purchase! Plus much more!
Daily Debrief: What’s trending Finger Lakes?
First up, In a significant escalation of their campaign, the Seneca Lake Guardian group, staunch opponents of the Seneca Meadows landfill expansion, voiced concerns directly to state legislators in Albany. The group seeks to prevent the landfill’s operational extension to 2040, with its current permit set to expire in December 2025. [Full Story]
Small business owners in the Finger Lakes region are being targeted by a sophisticated scam involving letters that mimic official tax forms. The fraudulent correspondence, masquerading as forms from the nonexistent “Business Regulations Department,” demands a filing fee of $117 and carries a false deadline, contrary to the actual guidelines set by the Corporate Transparency Act of 2021. [Full Story]
Romulus community calls for school board to address issues: Meeting slated for 6:30 PM
The Romulus Central School District is set to hold a crucial board meeting on today at 6:30 p.m., amidst rising concerns among parents and teachers. The community is rallying for change with allegations of intimidation and retaliation within the district involving administrators and union representatives. We’ll carry the meeting live tonight.
In a significant move within the craft beer industry, K2 Brothers Brewing has announced the acquisition of the Young Lion brand, following the sale of Young Lion Brewing Company’s brewery to Other Half. This strategic purchase comes as K2 Brothers Brewing expands, recently opening a taproom at Freewill Elementary. The expanded brewing space is expected to be operational within the year, enhancing the company’s production capabilities. [Full Story]
In a significant move for the Town of Victor, residents will cast their vote this April on a proposed $1 million purchase of an 11.9-acre parcel on Brace Road. The town authorities plan to utilize this land for a new highway facility. This decision aligns with the town’s strategic land use, as it already possesses an adjoining 25-acre property. [Full Story]
And finally, A 49-year-old man from Bath has been arrested following the discovery of a woman’s body in a local motel, sparking a police investigation into the suspicious death. The Village of Bath Police Department reported responding to a call at the Super 8 Motel on January 18, where they found a 49-year-old woman deceased in her room. [Full Story]
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UPSTATE HOOPS: A busy week, new power rankings, and midterms!
It was a hectic week in the Wayne-Finger Lakes basketball scene. Jim Sinicropi, Kyle Evans, and Paul Russo recap it all on Upstate Hoops. They discuss the big games that caused the most shake-up. The new power rankings are released and they preview the week ahead.
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