Your Morning Edition for Wednesday, October 2nd presented by Canandaigua Dentistry!
Canandaigua/Ithaca Big Lots shutting down, Canandaigua/Auburn City Council meeting previews, Canandaigua schools unveil $70M capital plan, Ithaca drops international flights, and recap of HS sports!
COMING UP TONIGHT: Geneva City Council to discuss budget, tax exemptions, and more at meeting
Geneva City Council will meet on Wednesday for its regular October session to address several important agenda items, including the 2025 budget, senior tax exemptions, and potential property sales. The meeting will take place at 7 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chambers, with an executive session beginning at 6 p.m.
Finger Lakes Forecast: Looking a little more like fall today
Fast 5: What’s happening in the Finger Lakes?
Discount retailer Big Lots is shutting down its stores in Canandaigua and Ithaca, adding them to a growing list of New York locations closing as part of a nationwide downsizing. The company is offering discounts between 20% and 60% at these stores before they close their doors. [READ MORE]
The Canandaigua City School District is proposing a $70.2 million capital project aimed at upgrading facilities across the district—all without additional cost to taxpayers. Superintendent Jamie Farr will present details and engage with the public at 6 p.m. Thursday at the Operations Center, 5500 Airport Road. [READ MORE]
After four years, Ithaca-Tompkins International Airport’s customs facility will close due to financial losses and low usage. The Ithaca Voice reports that the Tompkins County Legislature voted 13-1 for closure, with Mike Lane dissenting. [READ MORE]
Geneva officials believe their ambitious new Economic Development Strategy will drive significant growth. Unveiled last week to residents, the plan aims to improve quality of life, boost community pride, and invigorate the local economy. [READ MORE]
Amid a surge in eastern equine encephalitis cases—including a recent human death—Sen. Chuck Schumer is urging federal agencies to bolster efforts against mosquito-borne illnesses in New York. Schumer is calling on the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the Environmental Protection Agency to work with state and local authorities to track mosquitoes and outline prevention strategies. [READ MORE]
Mets rally to beat Brewers in Game 1 of NL Wild Card Series
MORE SPORTS
ORANGE GAME WEEK: Syracuse begins three-game road swing at UNLV Friday (preview)
Second-half explosion lands Cornell to 5-2 victory over Binghamton
FLX WEEKLY: Live at 11 AM on FingerLakes1.com!
MORE LIFE
Fayette Historical Society to launch fall history series on Rev. Diedrich Willers
New wellness center set to open in Weedsport, offering cutting-edge therapies and fitness services
Final weekend of Halloween movie marathon to feature Beetlejuice, Joker, and costume fun
Wager’s Cider Mill to host first-ever Apple Festival in Penn Yan
Old school reopens its doors to welcome new students in the Finger Lakes
DEBATE: Williams and Mannion talk issues in highly-competitive 22nd District race
MORE NEWS
Auburn City Council to address fire safety, Lake Avenue Bridge project at Thursday meeting
Free books monthly for Schuyler County kids through Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library
Canandaigua City Planning & Finance Committees meet (webcast)
Kayakers’ grim discovery near Chemung River prompts police investigation
REPORT: Climate coalition grades Gov. Hochul ‘D-minus’ on climate action
Cato man headed to prison for years after recording children
New report highlights housing challenges for Finger Lakes residents aging in place
Gallahan announces nearly $1 million in state aid for public libraries around Ontario County