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Yahoo
12-08-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Harmful algae blooms in Canandaigua Lake: What to expect in late summer
CANANDAIGUA, NY — A year ago June 20, Canandaigua Lake saw the earliest blue-green algae bloom ever recorded. The year before that, a bloom was recorded on June 22, but then not again until late July. In 2022, a bloom wasn't recorded until Aug. 16, even though the year before a bloom was recorded on June 29. This year, small and localized blooms were recorded on July 28, but no new blooms were recorded as of Aug. 8. So unlike Halloween or Christmas, the arrival of harmful algae blooms, also known as HABs, is not something that can be pinpointed on the calendar (and it's becoming a yearly tradition, although unlike the holidays, it's not one lake users look forward to). If one thing is certain, HABs will come, in Canandaigua Lake and the other Finger Lakes. New Canandaigua Lake Watershed Association Executive Director Emily DeBolt explains what to expect in these last days of summer. Answers have been lightly edited. Q: What are you expecting for Canandaigua Lake this year? DeBolt: They are doing some really interesting work up on Lake Erie with harmful algae bloom forecasting models. It will be great if we will all be able to benefit from what they are learning up there. In the meantime, it's really anyone's guess, unfortunately. The cold winter with more ice cover than usual could play into things. The water sure was colder than usual for a while early on, but by now the lake has caught up and is warm like usual. (The surface temperature as of Aug. 8 was recorded at 78 degrees Fahrenheit, down two degrees from the week prior, according to the Watershed Association's weekly water quality report.) The large storm in June that brought lots of sediment and nutrient into the lake could have a hand in things. But day to day it's largely dependent on the weather. Cayuga Lake had a large number of blooms early and then calmed down a bit. Now Seneca Lake has been having blooms. We already had our first bloom reports of the season, but they were small and localized. Q: What are the right conditions for blue-green algae in Canandaigua Lake? DeBolt: A combination of factors allows the cyanobacteria to grow into blooms that can be harmful to human and animal health and degrade our water quality. With climate change, we are seeing an increase in large storm events that overwhelm the land's capacity to slow and filter the water before it reaches the lake. These storm events bring pulses of sediments and nutrients into the lake, helping fuel excessive aquatic plant growth and algae blooms. Also, the invasive dreissenid mussels (both quagga and zebra) have been altering our lake ecosystem and while they filter other algae out of the water, they leave the cyanobacteria that causes HABs behind. Those are all the underlying factors. In short, hot, calm days create ideal conditions for harmful algal blooms. Light winds can also move the blooms around so — depending on the direction of the wind — one side of the lake or the other might see the worst blooms at any given time. Q: Do you have more volunteers reporting Canandaigua Lake conditions this year? DeBolt: We have an amazing 'army' of volunteers all over the lake reporting for us. I think we have 74 this year. We keep a map of what sections people are monitoring, so if someone is interested in monitoring a section of shoreline for us, they should reach out and we can let them know if we need someone in that area still. Q: What should Canandaigua Lake users be on the lookout for? DeBolt: Use visual cues to identify harmful algae blooms. They can appear like pea soup, spilled paint, globs or surface streaks. The color is typically green, blue-green or yellow, but can also potentially be brown, red or purple. When in doubt, stay out! Q: What should residents and Canandaigua Lake users be aware of and what can they do to help? DeBolt: Lake users need to educate themselves about HABs so that they can safely and confidently enjoy the lake. Blooms can appear quickly in the lake when the conditions are just right. Please use your visual indicators before recreating in the water and be sure to keep pets away from the water as well. They can always reach out to us at HABS@ with a photo or HABs-related question. We keep a detailed map of bloom locations on our website and info about HABs. The state Department of Environmental Conservation has resources as well about HABs identification and they keep the NYHABs map showing reported bloom locations for all of New York state. The one thing we can all do is work to protect the lake is by reducing the amount of nutrients that get into it. Everyone has a part they can play. So that means limiting the use of lawn fertilizers, planting native plants to help soak up stormwater before it becomes runoff, making sure their septic system is working properly (if they have one) and many more things. We have resources on our website with all sorts of 'Lake Friendly Living' tips. Q: What other ways are there to be informed about Canandaigua Lake conditions? DeBolt: We also send out weekly water quality updates during the summer. This is a great way to know what is going on in the lake currently and to get the latest up-to-date info about HABs. If people don't receive these weekly emails, we encourage them to go on our website and sign up at What is the Canandaigua Lake Watershed Association? The community-based nonprofit organization is committed to preserving the water quality and ecological health of Canandaigua Lake and its surrounding watershed. Through education, scientific research and advocacy for sound public policy, the Watershed Association engages the community to promote stewardship and protect Canandaigua Lake. This organization is not to be confused with the Canandaigua Lake Watershed Council, which is made up of the 14 watershed and water-purveying municipalities that work together toward protecting the lake. For more information or to get involved, visit or @CanandaiguaLakeWatershed on Instagram. Mike Murphy covers Canandaigua and other communities in Ontario County and writes the Eat, Drink and Be Murphy food and drink column. Follow him on X at @MPN_MikeMurphy. This article originally appeared on Rochester Democrat and Chronicle: Harmful algae blooms in Canandaigua Lake: What to expect in late summer Solve the daily Crossword
Time of India
03-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
4th of July Fireworks near me: Where to Watch Independence Day Parades and celebrations in New York, LA and other cities
As the skies light up in red, white, and blue, Americans across the country are preparing to celebrate the Fourth of July in grand style. Whether you're in New York, California, Massachusetts, Washington D.C., or elsewhere, there's likely a spectacular show happening near you. Here's a city-by-city guide to 4th of July fireworks near me today—including drone shows, parades, and evening festivities. Fireworks Near Me in New York From Long Island beaches to the Adirondack Mountains, New Yorkers have no shortage of options. July 3 – Brewerton Fireworks on the River by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 이걸 발견한 후로 다른 모든 게임을 하지 않게 됐어요! 레이드 섀도우 레전드 설치하기 Undo Location: Oneida River, Brewerton | Time: Dusk July 4 – Irondequoit, Jones Beach, Walkway Over the Hudson, Lake Placid, Albany (Empire State Plaza), Watkins Glen, Union (Endwell), Lyndonville Live Events Albany: Empire State Plaza, 9:15 p.m. Walkway Over the Hudson, Poughkeepsie: 9–9:30 p.m. Jones Beach, Long Island: 9:30 p.m. Mirror Lake, Lake Placid: 9:15 p.m. July 5 – Canandaigua at Kershaw Park Time: Between 9:45–11 p.m. Also Read | US Independence Day: Is Walmart open on the 4th of July? What to know about Costco, Target, IKEA & more Fireworks near me in Los Angeles & Southern California: Parades, Drones From Santa Monica to Riverside, SoCal mixes tradition and tech. Los Angeles County: Long Beach: 9 p.m., Queen Mary Dodgers Stadium: Postgame fireworks Marina Del Rey: 9 p.m., Burton Chace Park El Segundo: 9 p.m., Stevenson Field Orange County: Newport Beach: 9 p.m., Dunes Resort Santa Ana: Centennial Park, 9 p.m. Laguna Beach: Monument Point, 9 p.m. Inland Empire: Riverside: 9 p.m., Civic Center Temecula: Ronald Reagan Sports Park, 9 p.m. Highland: Immanuel Baptist Church, 9 p.m. Drone Shows: Ontario: 8:45 p.m. Drone, followed by 9 p.m. fireworks Culver City & San Gabriel replacing fireworks with drone shows Fireworks near me, Chicago: Neighborhood Festivities Despite No City Fireworks Though Navy Pier will not host July 4 fireworks, communities will. Oak Lawn: 9–9:30 p.m. Sauganash Parade & Picnic: 9:30 a.m. Independence Park Parade: 10 a.m. Grant Park Music Festival: Jay Pritzker Pavilion, 6:30 p.m. Navy Pier: July 2 fireworks only (9 p.m.) Fireworks near me, Massachusetts & Boston: Over 50 Fireworks Shows Boston's Esplanade remains the crown jewel of July 4 fireworks in New England. Boston: Esplanade, 9:40 p.m. Framingham: June 27 | Worcester: July 1 | Chatham: July 2 New Bedford, Sharon, Fitchburg, Weymouth, Rutland: July 3 Nantucket, Marblehead, Salem, Plymouth, Acton: July 4 Franklin, Methuen, Milford: July 5 North Andover: July 6 | Uxbridge: July 12 Highlights: Salisbury Beach: 10:15 p.m. Wakefield Lake Quannapowitt: 9:30 p.m. Plymouth's Pilgrim Memorial Park: Rain date July 13 Fireworks near me, Washington D.C.: National Mall Fireworks Show Catch the capital's skyburst over the monuments or nearby hills. Main Event: National Mall, 9:09 p.m. Alternative Viewing: Virginia: Netherlands Carillon, Mount Vernon Trail, Lady Bird Johnson Park D.C.: East Potomac Park, Cardozo High School, Cathedral Fireworks near me, San Francisco Bay Area: Parades, Fireworks & Drone Shows Over 40 cities across the Bay are lighting up with fireworks and events. Parades & Festivals: Alameda: Parade & USS Hornet BBQ Concord: Kids run & fireworks at Mt. Diablo High Cupertino: Fireworks from Hyde Middle School, 9:30 p.m. Redwood City: Parade, festival & drone show Morgan Hill: Parade & Freedom Fest fireworks Fireworks Shows: San Francisco: 9:30 p.m., dual barges at Pier 39 & Aquatic Park Mountain View: Shoreline Amphitheatre with SF Symphony Santa Clara: Great America, 9:35 p.m. Healdsburg, Napa, Gilroy, Petaluma, Vallejo, Vacaville: All 9–9:30 p.m. San Jose: Fireworks only via Giants (Excite Ballpark) & Earthquakes games Final Tips Before You Go to see Fourth Of July Fireworks Check Local Listings for updates, last-minute changes, or cancellations Arrive Early for prime seating, especially near waterfronts and parks Pack Smart: Bring water, blankets, sunscreen, and flashlights Be Respectful: Follow city safety rules, park guidelines, and clean up afterward FAQs Are there any fireworks events happening in New York on July 4? Yes, multiple locations across New York are hosting fireworks, including: Empire State Plaza in Albany at 9:15 p.m., Jones Beach (Long Island) at 9:30 p.m., Walkway Over the Hudson (Poughkeepsie) from 9–9:30 p.m., Lake Placid (Mirror Lake) at 9:15 p.m. Will there be a fireworks show in Los Angeles on July 4? Yes, several events are planned in and around L.A., including Queen Mary, Long Beach at 9 p.m., Dodger Stadium (postgame fireworks), Marina Del Rey at 9 p.m., and Stevenson Field, El Segundo at 9 p.m.
Yahoo
03-07-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
A $10,000 personal loan helped this woman pay for flood damage when insurance wouldn't
Terri Graham is 5 feet, 2 inches tall, so if she stepped off her porch during the worst of the 2023 flood, water would encircle her waist. Graham's upstate New York town suffered a 1,000-year flood on July 9, 2023, and soon after, the governor declared a state of emergency. Nearly six inches of rain fell within a few hours that evening and would cause more than $1 million in property damage. 'It started in a town called Bloomfield — that's where the watershed starts,' says Graham, who works as a sales and account manager for a small business near her home in Canandaigua, New York. Unfortunately for Graham and her neighbors, her home insurance considered the extremely rare event 'an act of God' that wasn't covered by her policy. So, without insurance — and not wanting to gut her savings — Graham handled the financial aspects of her emergency the way she overcame three other surprise situations in recent years: by borrowing a personal loan. The storm was forecasted just two days before it arrived. Graham was interviewed on the local news about the run-up. 'We thought we were prepared,' she says. And while she prepared as much as she could with sandbags, it didn't stop the waters. Without a mandatory evacuation, Graham and her mother, who can't swim and was unable to board a rescue boat out of town, instead hunkered down. They went 10 days without power and 12 without clean drinking water. Perishable food in the fridge and freezer was lost. Appliances in the basement — including a water heater, furnace and electric panel — would need replacing. And Graham needed to stall mold growth with high-end humidifiers and air purification systems. 'I didn't want to run out and put them on one of my credit cards,' Graham says. Other costs, like hiring contractors, were likely to arise, and maxing out a credit card would have left her without funding. But that was for later. In the storm's immediate aftermath, Graham and her neighbors were in damage-control mode. Some were attempting to drive their cars like boats, causing wakes to push more water into homes like Graham's. She called 911, phoned the fire department and saw that everyone, from first responders to her neighbors, were 'overwhelmed.' 'So, at the beginning, I was thinking, 'Everything's going to be OK. Well, we'll be able to get through this. It's not a problem,'' Graham recalls. 'And then when insurance adjusters started coming around and giving the news that these were things that they weren't going to be able to help out with — was when I was like, 'I really need to get moving because I'm not sure how long it's going to take to get funding.'' Graham estimates that three to four days after getting the bad news from her insurance provider, she considered on borrowing a personal loan. 'Some people might've had more savings or things like that, but I didn't have that to fall back on,' Graham says. She also feared maxing out her credit card or emptying her emergency fund. Local officials had said power outages might span months. Graham went straight to online lender Best Egg. She had borrowed and repaid three personal loans from the company in the years since 2015 and appreciated its offer to amend her loan terms if she ever ran into financial difficulties. Graham's personal loan borrowing history Borrowing purpose Loan amount Divorce $6,500 Graham recalls paying $225 per hour to an attorney handling her situation, in and out of the courtroom. Credit card consolidation $4,000 Graham and her daughters took two vacations, not fully appreciating the costs upfront. 'It ended up being one of those things that was like, 'Oh, let's put it on the card. I'll put it on the card,'' Graham says. 'And then it was like, 'Oh my god, I put it on the card.'' College housing $5,000 Graham's daughter switched majors and had to enroll in summer school and needed a short-term rental. So, with the flood receding, Graham went about estimating the damage, mostly to her basement. After getting quotes for bigger-ticket items and contractors to install or repair them, she settled on $10,000, to be repaid over five years. 'I didn't want to take out too much,' Graham says. 'I didn't also want to leave myself short, and then I was going to end up having to utilize my credit cards anyway.' Related: How much of a personal loan can I get in 2025? Graham has about three years remaining on her personal loan repayment. She expresses confidence that the 2023 ordeal will end with a zero loan balance, like her past Best Egg borrowing. Graham says she's grateful that the Best Egg loans came just as she needed them, helping her to avoid higher-interest debt and credit damage. Hopefully, you can find relevant lessons from Graham's debt journey, too. Graham's answer Question for you Avoid credit card debt Graham says she might have been too cavalier about putting $4,000 in family vacations on her credit cards. 'So, I guess I wish at the beginning I had been a little bit street-smarter about that,' she adds. Are you overreliant on the plastic in your wallet to the point that you're not able to zero your balance each month? Grow your emergency fund After the flood, Graham says she was fearful of raiding her rainy day savings, lest other expenses crop up. Nowadays, she makes weekly deposits to the fund to insulate herself even more from emergency situations. Do you have three to six months or more of expenses saved in a high-yield savings account so that you can avoid a loan or reduce your loan amount in the case of an emergency? Practicing good financial habits Borrowing and paying off three previous personal loans has boosted Graham's payment history and, in turn, credit score. That helped to make up for a debt-to-income ratio dragged up by cosigning her daughters' student loans. If the time comes for borrowing, will you qualify for the best personal loan rates and terms? Shop around for the lowest-rate loan When her neighborhood flooding caused so much damage, Graham didn't have the time for an expansive shopping around process. She secured a 15.25 percent rate from Best Egg, far lower than the rates of her past personal loans — but she might have nabbed an even lower interest rate elsewhere. Do you know how to shop for a personal loan, including with banks, credit unions, online lenders and marketplaces? Choose a lender that offers what you (might) need Graham values the repayment flexibility that Best Egg offers. The lender works with borrowers on adjusting payment amounts and due dates for those suddenly unable to afford their monthly dues. If you need to borrow, what loan features would matter most to you? Set yourself up for success in repayment Graham uses a budget, plus Best Egg tools to understand her cash flow and feel more ready to repay her debt. Do you have a strong grasp of how much of your money comes in and goes out each month, and how it could impact your potential loan repayment? If you're considering a personal loan, whether for an unforeseen or planned expense, consider Graham's experiences and lessons. They can help you avoid common personal loan mistakes. Also, if your finances aren't in ideal shape, perhaps because you've had a run of bad luck, don't forget to be your own biggest cheerleader. As Graham says: 'Just because you're financially stressed or you're maybe really feeling the pinch, you can start over anytime. Make a positive change and keep moving forward, but give yourself a little bit of grace.' Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Yahoo
25-06-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
MacBride leads GOP primary for Ontario County DA; Ritts holds off on conceding
CANANDAIGUA, NY — Challenger Jason MacBride appears to have turned back incumbent Ontario County District Attorney James Ritts in the Republican primary for district attorney, according to unofficial results from the county Board of Elections. But the district attorney said the race is too close to call at this point. MacBride, who currently serves as an assistant county attorney, received 2,179 votes after the polls closed June 24. Ritts received 2,064 votes. In a statement released after the votes were tallied Tuesday night, Ritts said the initial unofficial results "show us trailing by a very close 115-vote margin out of nearly 4,300 votes cast.' 'It is too early to concede the race, as we should wait for any standard review procedures by the Board of Elections, as well as additional absentee ballots to be received by mail in the coming days,' Ritts stated. In launching his campaign in February, MacBride lcited concerns over an internal investigation into a controversial courthouse election night party that involved costumes, alcohol, decorations, and karaoke. MacBride, formerly Ritts' First Assistant DA, said the incident raised ethical concerns and motivated his candidacy. Ritts has defended the event, stating it was a long-standing tradition started by his predecessor and only became controversial during his re-election bid. Both candidates will be on the general election ballot in November regardless of the GOP primary result. Ritts has secured the Conservative Party line while MacBride secured the Truth and Justice line. Mike Murphy covers Canandaigua and other communities in Ontario County and writes the Eat, Drink and Be Murphy food and drink column. Follow him on X at @MPN_MikeMurphy. Madison Scott is a journalist with the Democrat and Chronicle who edited our Weld Street Project and also did reporting for it. She has an interest in how the system helps or doesn't help families with missing loved ones. She can be reached at MDScott@ This article originally appeared on Rochester Democrat and Chronicle: Jason MacBride leads GOP primary for Ontario County DA over James Ritts
Yahoo
12-06-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Primetime 585 Spotlight Team: Canandaigua boys lacrosse
After earning a spot in the Class B state championship, the Primetime 585 Spotlight Team of the Week is the Canandaigua boys lacrosse team. The Gray Wolves have had quite the path to the state finals. It started in their sectional final game, where they knocked off defending champion Victor 11-10. Canandaigua then faced Lake Shore in its regional game, defeating the Section VI team 15-6. The Gray Wolves built an early lead with seven goals in the first quarter and never looked back. Patrick Olvany had three goals in the win, and Drew Williamee had five assists to go with his two goals. Goalie Quentin Shedrick recorded a 75% save rate in the matchup. Nine different Gray Wolves found the back of the net in the regional win — a stat that proves head coach Deven York's philosophy that every player on his roster has something to contribute. 'From the beginning, we've been an all-in, everybody, top-bottom mentality,' York said. 'Everybody on the team's got a role, everybody's role is just as important. These guys embrace it, so that's how we roll.' In the state semifinals, Canandaigua defeated Christian Brothers Academy of Section III 17-11. Mike Belles led the way with six goals and added two assists. Ryan Bremer tallied four goals and an assist, while Jack Stanney picked up three goals and Williamee added two. After the win, Stanney spoke on the excitement of the state championship, especially as it will feel like a home game with just a short trip to Hobart and William Smith Colleges. 'We're excited to be back there,' Stanney said. 'It's in our home turf, it's going to be a lot of people there cheering for us. We're excited for it. It's going to be a good time. It's going to be fun.' The last time Canandaigua made an appearance in the state finals was in 2022 when Williamee was a freshman. The senior has grown a lot since then, learning what it takes to get ready for the high-stakes games. 'As an individual, I don't feel pressure anymore,' Williamee said. 'You've just got to get yourself comfortable. Everybody has their own little mojo that they've got to do to get themselves ready. But, it's just another game.' Canandaigua will face off against Garden City of Section VIII on Friday, June 13th at 5:30 p.m. Congratulations to the Gray Wolves for being this week's Primetime 585 Spotlight Team! Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
