Your Morning Edition for Wednesday, January 24th presented by DiSanto Propane!
Controversy in Wayne Co., fundraiser for two Cayuga Co. first responders, United Jet destined for Ithaca has emergency, Goodrell court appearance delayed, and Kyleigh Chapman joins 1000-point club!
Daily Debrief: What’s trending in the Finger Lakes?
A recent announcement by the Wayne County Republican Committee endorsing Rep. Claudia Tenney for the NY-24 Congressional primary has stirred controversy. Steve Dietl, a committee member who resigned with another after the decision, criticized the process, claiming it lacked democratic principles and did not reflect the will of the party’s voters. [Keep Reading]
In a heartfelt call to action, the Cayuga County community is banding together to support two of its bravest first responders — Wayne and Dillon Hunter — who are both battling cancer. Wayne Hunter, a member of the Cayuga County Sheriff Department, and his son Dillon, affiliated with the Weedsport Fire Department, have been recognized as local heroes facing a challenging time. [Keep Reading]
INSIDE THE FLX: Sheriff Schenck talks inmate suicide report, ‘Yellow Dot’ program, and overdose data
United Express flight 4181, operated by GoJet, was forced to return to Newark Liberty International Airport after declaring an in-flight emergency. Originally scheduled to arrive at the Ithaca Tompkins International Airport at 3:48 p.m., the flight experienced flight control issues approximately 25 miles from its destination. [Keep Reading]
The court appearance of Paul Goodrell, a 54-year-old convicted sex offender, initially scheduled for Monday in Canandaigua City Court, has been postponed. Goodrell, known for a series of offenses involving children, is facing accusations of inappropriate conduct in public spaces, including schools and stores. [Keep Reading]
And finally, NYSUT has expressed strong disapproval of Governor Hochul’s proposed executive budget, which includes significant cuts to Foundation Aid, impacting nearly all schools. The budget plan entails a reduction of over $400 million in public school aid. NYSUT’s analysis indicates this will adversely affect high-need districts and small, rural communities, with more than half of the cuts impacting High Needs Districts. [Keep Reading]
FL1 Sports: Scores and insight from the world of local sports!
Syracuse suffers first home loss, falls to Florida State 85-69
The Syracuse Orange suffered its first home loss of the season Tuesday night, falling to the Florida State Seminoles, 85-69. Judah Mintz led all scorers with 28 points and was one of just two Orange players to finish in double figures. JJ Starling poured in 10 points, Maliq Brown added eight points, and Chris Bell hit the team’s only three-pointer. This is Syracuse’s first loss to Florida State since January 15, 2022. The Orange had won the last two matchups and 10 of the previous 16.
TUESDAY HS BASKETBALL REPORT: Canandaigua’s Kyleigh Chapman joins 1000-point club; Waterloo girls top Lyons
The Tuesday Wayne-Finger Lakes high school basketball slate was a bit light. However, there were still good games, including a girls matchup between Lyons and Waterloo. Also, Canandaigua senior Kyleigh Chapman joined the 1000-point club.
More News in the Finger Lakes
WEBCAST REPLAY: Romulus School Board holds January 2024 meeting
There were some technical issues with the stream last night due to connectivity and broadband access in rural Seneca County. However, the version online now is clean.
MORE HEADLINES: What else is going on in the FLX?
Public hearing will continue for major German Brothers Marina rezoning plan in Canandaigua
Quicklee’s proposes new development for Erwin’s former Ames plaza
EXCLUSIVE: What is the HEAT Act? Advocates push for inclusion in state budget
What’s up with that persistent, unexplained cough? Lingering symptoms plague New Yorkers
News in View: Icy on Lake Ontario
