Reports of drunk driver lead to DWI arrest in Yates County
The Yates County Sheriff’s Office arrested Gary A. Parsons Jr., 45, of Stanley, on June 15 for driving while intoxicated. Deputies responded to Vine Valley in Middlesex after reports of a possible drunk driver. They ... more
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New trails at Hickory Ridge boost recreation and economy in Ontario County
The Hickory Ridge Preserve in Ontario County has a new trail system that is expected to boost the local economy and provide better recreational opportunities. The 550-acre preserve now features 3.5 miles of shared trails ... more
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New assistant principal joins West Street School in Geneva
Christopher Smith, a vice principal in Rochester, will join West Street School as the new assistant principal this summer. Smith, currently at Abelard Reynolds School #42, is pursuing leadership certificates at the University of Rochester ... more
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Canandaigua man arrested after stealing over $1,000 of goods from Tops grocery store
Authorities say a Canandaigua man was arrested after a large-scale theft from a grocery store. Michael Monahan, 63, of Canandaigua, was arrested for grand larceny after allegedly stealing over $1,000 worth of merchandise from Top's ... more
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Motorcyclist injured in Richmond crash
A motorcyclist was injured in a crash on Howcroft Road on June 12 after a driver failed to yield. Ontario County Deputies report that Brenda Zerdoner, 57, of Honeoye, was driving a 2017 Nissan SUV ... more
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Sentences handed down for 2022 Waterloo shooting
Two men were sentenced on Thursday for their roles in the September 2022 shooting death of William Waugh, a former Waterloo resident. Wayne Ellison Jr., who pleaded guilty to manslaughter in April, received a 20-year ... more
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Midlakes school faces serious allegations of bullying and harassment in new lawsuit
Midlakes High School is facing serious allegations of bullying and sexual harassment. A new lawsuit reported by 13WHAM-TV this week claims that a student with learning disabilities, referred to as Janie Doe, was physically attacked ... more
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INSIDE THE FLX: Geneva mayor talks June meeting, Trinity development news, and more (podcast)
Today on episode #500 of Inside the FLX we're sitting down with Geneva Mayor Steve Valentino to talk about last week's City Council meeting, as well as a number of the biggest stories from the ... more
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Canandaigua man threatened deputies with a shotgun
A 72-year-old man from Canandaigua was arrested for menacing police officers after pointing a shotgun at deputies who were checking on his welfare. Deputies from the Ontario County Sheriff’s Office visited Alan C. Scrivener’s home ... more
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ESL awards $20,000 in scholarships to students across the FLX
ESL Federal Credit Union has awarded $2,000 scholarships to 10 high school seniors in the Rochester area. This annual award, now in its ninth year, recognizes students for their unique and meaningful contributions to their ... more
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Helming and local grocers urge state to delay new refrigerant rules
Senator Pam Helming and local grocery store owners are urging the state to delay new hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) refrigerant standards, set to take effect January 1, 2025, to allow more time for a smoother transition. The ... more
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Canandaigua agencies collaborate for community growth: What came from Monday meeting?
Local development agencies in the Town of Canandaigua held their first joint meeting on June 10 to discuss strategies for balanced growth and quality of life. The Town Board, Planning Board, Zoning Board, and Environmental ... more
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Three Brothers Wineries hosts Father’s Day carnival with Sim Redmond Band
Celebrate Father’s Day with a fun-filled carnival at Three Brothers Wineries & Estates on Sunday, June 16, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. The event features live music by the Sim Redmond Band from 1 ... more
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Republican voters in Ontario County will have two primaries
Republican voters in Ontario County will head to the polls on Tuesday, June 25, to choose their candidates for the upcoming general election. The primary runs from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. at the usual ... more
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St. Mary’s school in Canandaigua announces new partnerships
St. Mary’s School in Canandaigua, the oldest Catholic school in the Rochester Diocese, has partnered with two Rochester-area schools to expand student opportunities. Starting in fifth grade, female students from St. Mary’s can attend Our ... more
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What’s next for Family Dollar in Geneva after closure?
How about adding a grocery store to the city of Geneva? That question has been long-debated, and many in the community have wished for a grocery store away from Hamilton Street, and closer to the ... more
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Canandaigua Town Board will interview finalists for town manager Wednesday
The Canandaigua Town Board will interview finalists for the vacant town manager position during a special session on June 12 at 8 p.m. in Town Hall. The board will conduct these interviews in a closed ... more
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Midlakes HS names valedictorian and salutatorian for class of 2024
Midlakes Middle/High School has announced Paul Lee as valedictorian and Mari Spooner as salutatorian for the Class of 2024. Paul Lee, son of Norma and Christopher Lee, plans to study Nursing/Pre-Med (Biology) at the University ... more
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Golf tournament to support Geneva high school boys basketball
The third annual golf tournament benefiting the Geneva High School boys basketball program will take place on July 27 at Big Oak Golf Course. The event starts with registration at noon, followed by a 1 ... more
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