FINGER LAKES -- An alga that threatens freshwater ecosystems and is toxic to vertebrates has a sneaky way of ensuring its success: It suppresses the growth of algal competitors by releasing chemicals that deprive them of a vital vitamin. The finding was reported in a new study, published July 2 in the journal mBio.
July 23, Governor Kathy Hochul signed into law legislation making it easier and more affordable for New Yorkers to upgrade to advanced septic systems that significantly reduce water pollution, protect public health, and improve water quality. The Governor also announced a $30 million investment for Round 5 of the successful State Septic System Replacement Fund Program to help homeowners upgrade or replace failing septic systems, particularly those impacting water bodies designated as priority areas.
The news is not good these days, and it just keeps coming. The man who ran on the platform of releasing the Epstein List is now desperately spinning, declaring not just that the List doesn't exist, but also that it was something Obama created.
YATES COUNTY -- We have a winner! After weeks of spirited competition and thousands of votes cast, we're thrilled to announce that the Violet Miner Bee (Andrena violae) has officially been crowned the 2025 Pollinator Tournament Champion, taking home an impressive 70% of the final vote! This gentle springtime specialist captured hearts (and ballots) with its unique lifestyle and ecological importance. Thank you to everyone who voted, shared, and celebrated native pollinators with us.
The Penn Yan Boys Lacrosse 1st & 2nd grade team won The Finger Lakes Lacrosse Tournament on Saturday, July 19 at Everest Park in Auburn. Capping off their second straight undefeated season, they coasted through their first two games with wins over a strong FM Pride (Fayetteville-Manlius) team (10-6), and a club team, the NoCo Ripperz (Potsdam), 7-1, with strong play by Griffin Kirk, Porter Battin, Joey Orzel, Parker Folts, Xavier Trombley and Emery Hampton.
BENTON — Following the success of its initial conversation which engaged several local experts connected to a variety of specialties, Concerned Citizens of Yates County is organizing a second event. The session will be held from 6 to 8 p.m.
TORREY – Wednesday, July 9, the Finger Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce held its July Business After Hours Networking Mixer at Spotted Duck, located on Rte. 54 in the Town of Torrey.
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Championship opportunities can come and go, leaving student athletes and coaches with missed chances and unfulfilled wishes, but this season, for the Dundee-Bradford BraveScots Boys Track Team, this opportunity was seized and was never let go. They took the 2025 Class C3 Sectional Championship and won it by a large margin of 15 points.
BRANCHPORT -- The Finger Lakes Chamber Music Festival will close its season with a concert at 6:30 p.m. Friday, July 25 at Hunt Country Vineyards, 4021 Italy Hill Road, Branchport.