Geneva leaders eye merging services to combat rising taxes
As property taxes climb in the Finger Lakes region, officials in the city and town of Geneva are exploring collaboration to reduce costs and improve efficiency. With property values soaring—especially along the lakefront—both municipalities face ... more
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Newfield schools revamp bus routes amid driver shortage
The Newfield Central School District has overhauled its bus routes after confusion and delays marked the first week of school due to a shortage of drivers. Superintendent Eric Hartz said efforts to condense routes initially ... more
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Probation violation leads to arrest in Seneca County
Seneca County Sheriff’s deputies arrested a 32-year-old Auburn woman after a probation violation, according to officials. The arrest occurred around 4:57 p.m. on September 24 following an investigation into the woman's failure to meet the ... more
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Seneca County bids farewell to sergeant and K-9 partner
The Seneca County Sheriff’s Office honored the retirement of Sergeant John Fowler and his K-9 partner, Ben, during a ceremony last week at the Law Enforcement Center in Romulus. The duo, who have served the ... more
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Seneca County Sheriff’s Office introduces laser technology for investigations
Investigators in Seneca County are now equipped with laser scanning technology to better document crime and crash scenes. The new system captures a complete 360-degree view, drastically reducing the time spent on-site. The Faro Focus ... more
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Gov. Hochul could use rare power to remove Mayor Adams
As pressure mounts on New York City Mayor Eric Adams to resign amid a criminal indictment, Gov. Kathy Hochul may consider using a seldom-invoked authority to remove him from office. Under the New York Constitution ... more
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Scottsville man arrested for DWI during traffic stop in Huron
A Scottsville man was arrested early Sunday morning for driving while intoxicated following a traffic stop on State Route 104 in the Town of Huron. Rodney T. Spickerman, 58, was pulled over by Wayne County ... more
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Lyons man charged with DWI after August crash in Galen
A Lyons man has been charged with driving while intoxicated following an investigation into a crash that left him injured in August. Donald M. Wright Jr., 57, was arrested by Wayne County Sheriff’s deputies after ... more
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Garage fire in Hopewell contained by deputies, no injuries reported
A garage fire broke out Sunday morning at a home on Johnson Road, but quick action by local deputies helped prevent the blaze from spreading to the rest of the property. Ontario County Sheriff’s deputies ... more
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Bicyclist airlifted by Mercy Flight after being struck by car in Auburn
A bicyclist was airlifted to the hospital following a car vs. bicycle crash at the intersection of Perrine and Washington streets in Auburn late Saturday night. Auburn Fire Department, Auburn City Ambulance, and local police ... more
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East Rochester woman charged with harassment after domestic incident
A 32-year-old woman has been arrested in connection with a domestic harassment case following the issuance of a criminal summons. Briana L. Rossi, a resident of Cedar Place in East Rochester, was taken into custody ... more
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Michigan man arrested in Ontario County traffic stop, wanted in Ohio on drug charges
A Michigan man wanted on drug charges in Ohio was arrested during a traffic stop in Ontario County on Saturday night. Musid Mohamed Aljahmi, 33, was taken into custody without incident around 9:40 p.m. after ... more
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Early morning fire damages Canandaigua home, no injuries reported (photos)
A garage fire early Sunday morning caused damage to a home in the Town of Canandaigua, though the homeowners and their pets escaped unharmed. Firefighters and deputies responded to the fire at 4965 West Ridge ... more
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Victor woman seriously injured after being accidentally run over by husband in Manchester
A 74-year-old woman was seriously injured Saturday night after being accidentally run over by her husband while they were leaving a restaurant in the Town of Manchester. According to the Ontario County Sheriff's Office, deputies ... more
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Update on barn fire in Jerusalem last weekend
A significant barn fire broke out at 2792 Keech Road in the Town of Jerusalem on the morning of September 24 prompting a large emergency response. Yates County 911 received a call at 11:29 a.m., ... more
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Essential Secure Remote Access Protocols for Protecting Your Network
In today’s world of technology and connectivity, online security has become a priority for both companies and individuals alike. With the growing trend of working remotely and the ever-present threat of cyberattacks, safeguarding confidential data ... more
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Cloud9 Acquires New York Subliners – What This Means for the Future of CoD Esports
As the video games industry continues to expand its esports segment, more and more people around the world are becoming esports enthusiasts. For any hardcore esports fan, one of the excitements of enjoying esports games ... more
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Advantages of Brand Video Marketing in 2024
Did you know that by 2025, pundits estimate that 82% of all internet traffic will be driven by video content? (Source: Vidico) Video as a marketing tool has become a regular practice for both small ... more
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Walworth woman faces DWI charges after speeding in Huron
A woman from Walworth is facing multiple charges after a traffic stop in the Town of Huron, according to the Wayne County Sheriff's Office. Deputies stopped 61-year-old Tracy J. Mortimer for driving 78 mph in ... more
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