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Waterloo considers building new, state-of-the-art municipal building, latest holiday travel updates as forecast becomes clearer, and Cayuga Co. manager announces retirement.

Nov 27, 2024

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Waterloo explores new municipal building project | Fingerlakes1.com

Waterloo officials are pursuing a plan to replace the aging municipal building at 41 W. Main St., which has housed village offices and the Police Department for 65 years. The proposal involves demolishing the current structure and leasing space in a new three-story, mixed-use building, avoiding a tax increase.

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THANKSGIVING DAY SHOULD BE OK, BUT FRIDAY-SUNDAY ARE COMPLICATED

The National Weather Service is predicting a complex weather pattern for the Thanksgiving holiday weekend, with significant lake-effect snow expected east of Lake Erie and Lake Ontario starting Friday. In short, the central portion of the Finger Lakes will feature a mix or rain and snow with little accumulation. However, if you’re headed toward Buffalo or Albany, vastly different conditions are expected. Similarly, areas east of Lake Ontario will see heavy accumulation by weekend’s end.

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

Cayuga County Manager Steve Lynch will retire on December 27, capping 18 years of service, including nine months in his current role. His retirement, announced by Legislature Chairwoman Aileen McNabb-Coleman, comes as the county faces significant operational and financial challenges. [MORE]
Wayne County’s proposed 2025 budget of $228.2 million includes a 2.9% tax levy increase to $43.2 million, officials announced in preliminary documents. Despite the rise, the tax rate will drop to $5.09 per $1,000 of assessed value, down from $5.66 in 2024, driven by a 12.3% growth in property valuations. [MORE]
Ontario County Public Health has reported an increase in whooping cough cases, with most occurring among college-aged students. The illness, known as pertussis, is a highly contagious respiratory infection caused by Bordetella pertussis bacteria, spreading easily through the air and causing swelling in the airways. [MORE]
The Town of Canandaigua is inviting residents to showcase their creativity by participating in a contest to name snow plows for the upcoming winter season. Fifteen finalists will be selected by town representatives and then posted on the Town of Canandaigua’s Facebook page for public voting. [MORE]
Auburn City Council has approved settlement agreements with Target and Henry Schein Inc. for their roles in the opioid epidemic. Target agreed to a $14 million national settlement in September, while Henry Schein Inc. will pay $900,000. [MORE]

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ORANGE GAME DAY: Syracuse looks to snap two-game skid at home against Cornell

After playing two straight on the road, the Syracuse men’s basketball team returns home tonight to face Cornell at 7 p.m. The Orange (3-2) dropped back-to-back games in the Legends Class at the Barclays Center last week, losing 70-66 to Texas and 79-74 to Texas Tech. The Big Red (4-2) picked up an 84-68 bounce-back win over Iona on Monday night.

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Ontario County targets housing crisis with $2M apartment revitalization plan

Ontario County has shed new light on the $2 million it received from New York State’s Vacant Rental Improvement Program. The funds will breathe new life into uninhabitable apartments and combat a growing housing shortage. The funding is part of a $40 million statewide initiative unveiled by Governor Kathy Hochul.