LIVINGSTON COUNTY – There’s anew barbershop in town, the Liv Co Barbershop on Main Street in Geneseo. Young entrepreneurs Nick ‘Nicco’ Curry and Brandon […]
SUN HEADLINES
CDS Monarch Responds to Comments By Geneseo Town Board Over Subsidized Housing
GENESEO — An affordable housing project or subsidized housing project that raised eyebrows from Town Board Members has drawn a response from the developer. The […]
Liv. Co. Deputy Receives Local and State American Legion Correction Officer Award
LIVINGSTON COUNTY — A Livingston County Sheriff Deputy received the 2018 New York State American Legion Correction Officer of the Year Award and other local […]
Free Fishing from the DEC This Weekend
LIVINGSTON COUNTY — This weekend the New York State Department of Conservation (DEC) has opened fishing for everyone, including those without a fishing license. According […]
Geneseo Summer Concert Series Opens with Bob’s Brother’s Band
GENESEO — Get out your lawn chair, the first performance of the 10th annual Geneseo Summer Concert Series will be held in the Geneseo Village […]
Genesee Valley Motors Presents 4th Annual First Responders’ Appreciation Day at Frontier Field
LIVINGSTON COUNTY — Now in it’s 4th year Dom Genova, owner of Genesee Valley Motors, is offering a special day to first responders and […]
Harmful Algae Bloom Advisory for Conesus Lake
CONESUS LAKE — The Livingston County Health Department has issued an advisory for a harmful bloom of algal (Blue Green Algae) in areas of Conesus […]
WEATHER: Get Ready for a Wet Weekend, Rain Heading this Way
GENESEO —Residents with outdoor plans for this weekend may want to reschedule as thunderstorms are expected as early as Friday evening. According to the National […]
6th Graders Take a Walking Tour Through Town of Avon
AVON —A group of 6th graders toured through the Town of Avon as part of a field trip. According to Town Clerk, Sharon Knight the […]
Victim Identified in Fatal Pedestrian Struck Accident in Livonia
LIVONIA — The victim in yesterday’s fatal pedestrian struck motor vehicle accident has been identified as Judy Gillis of Livonia. According to a press release […]
Conesus Lake Boater Gets Burned at Boat Launch, Charged with DWI
LIVONIA— A Conesus man was arrested on felony DWI charges after a motor vehicle collision occurred at the boat launch. According to a press release […]
LIVINGSTON COUNTY
CDS Monarch Responds to Comments By Geneseo Town Board Over Subsidized Housing
GENESEO — An affordable housing project or subsidized housing project that raised eyebrows from Town Board Members has drawn a response from the developer. The CDS Monarch project, a 40 unit development was called a 'bait and switch' by Town of Geneseo Supervisor Will Wadsworth by the developer. CDS Monarch officials feel that they have stuck … [Read More...]
Liv. Co. Deputy Receives Local and State American Legion Correction Officer Award
LIVINGSTON COUNTY — A Livingston County Sheriff Deputy received the 2018 New York State American Legion Correction Officer of the Year Award and other local recognitions for her lifesaving efforts on an inmate. According to a press release from Livingston County Sheriff Thomas Dougherty, Deputy Brenda Clark-Pierson received an award for the … [Read More...]
Geneseo Summer Concert Series Opens with Bob’s Brother’s Band
GENESEO — Get out your lawn chair, the first performance of the 10th annual Geneseo Summer Concert Series will be held in the Geneseo Village Park this Friday. The first concert will feature Bob's Brother's Band, a group from Avon, who have been playing together since 2004. The band plays covers of many old rock and roll favorites as well as … [Read More...]
Harmful Algae Bloom Advisory for Conesus Lake
CONESUS LAKE — The Livingston County Health Department has issued an advisory for a harmful bloom of algal (Blue Green Algae) in areas of Conesus Lake. The public water supply is fine for drinking but the public is advised not to drink or use the lake water for cooking and do not swim, wade, play, or come into direct contact with water that is … [Read More...]
WEATHER: Get Ready for a Wet Weekend, Rain Heading this Way
GENESEO —Residents with outdoor plans for this weekend may want to reschedule as thunderstorms are expected as early as Friday evening. According to the National Weather Service, scattered showers are expected on Friday, with a 70% chance of precipitation at night. Saturday increases to an 80% chance of rain with the possibility for … [Read More...]
LIVINGSTON NORTH (AVON, CALEDONIA, LIMA, YORK)
6th Graders Take a Walking Tour Through Town of Avon
AVON —A group of 6th graders toured through the Town of Avon as part of a field trip. According to Town Clerk, Sharon Knight the 6th graders completed a walking tour through the Avon Village Police Department, the Avon Preservation & Historical Society, the circle, and the Town Hall where they acted as the Town Board and went through the … [Read More...]
Town of Avon Honors Hometown Military with Wall of Honor
AVON— The Town of Avon has dedicated a wall in the town hall to hometown men and women who serve in the military. This Wall of Honor was thought of by Town Clerk Sharon Knight and her committee of parents and veterans who fought to have the wall. "I asked the Board if we could do this and they said 'we just moved in here; we just painted the … [Read More...]
Service Scheduled for Slain Former Avon Resident
AVON — The wake and funeral service is set for an Avon native, who was discovered murdered in the city of Rochester. Kelly O'May, 31, who grew up in Avon and attended Avon Central School, was discovered murdered on June 13 in her Caroline Street home in Rochester. According to the Stephenson-Dougherty Funeral home website calling hours are … [Read More...]
Town of Avon Library Closes for Renovations, Grand Reopening Scheduled
AVON— The Town of Avon Free Library has been closed since last Friday and will have a Grand Reopening and Open House on July 9 following renovations. According to councilman Paul Drozdziel in Thursday's Town Meeting, during the close, there will be renovations done on the first floor, a rotating of the bookshelves, and a new … [Read More...]
Next Town of Avon ‘Cleanup Day’ September 8th
Avon — If you missed the last cleanup day in the Town of Avon the next is set for September 8th from 8 a.m. to 12 noon. The event will beat the Avon Town Highway Department on 5390 Agar Road, Avon, New York. No permit is required, there will be a sign-in sheet where participants will show proof of residence, and participants are limited to … [Read More...]
LIVINGSTON CENTRAL
CDS Monarch Responds to Comments By Geneseo Town Board Over Subsidized Housing
GENESEO — An affordable housing project or subsidized housing project that raised eyebrows from Town Board Members has drawn a response from the developer. The CDS Monarch project, a 40 unit development was called a 'bait and switch' by Town of Geneseo Supervisor Will Wadsworth by the developer. CDS Monarch officials feel that they have stuck … [Read More...]
Geneseo Summer Concert Series Opens with Bob’s Brother’s Band
GENESEO — Get out your lawn chair, the first performance of the 10th annual Geneseo Summer Concert Series will be held in the Geneseo Village Park this Friday. The first concert will feature Bob's Brother's Band, a group from Avon, who have been playing together since 2004. The band plays covers of many old rock and roll favorites as well as … [Read More...]
Harmful Algae Bloom Advisory for Conesus Lake
CONESUS LAKE — The Livingston County Health Department has issued an advisory for a harmful bloom of algal (Blue Green Algae) in areas of Conesus Lake. The public water supply is fine for drinking but the public is advised not to drink or use the lake water for cooking and do not swim, wade, play, or come into direct contact with water that is … [Read More...]
WEATHER: Get Ready for a Wet Weekend, Rain Heading this Way
GENESEO —Residents with outdoor plans for this weekend may want to reschedule as thunderstorms are expected as early as Friday evening. According to the National Weather Service, scattered showers are expected on Friday, with a 70% chance of precipitation at night. Saturday increases to an 80% chance of rain with the possibility for … [Read More...]
Victim Identified in Fatal Pedestrian Struck Accident in Livonia
LIVONIA — The victim in yesterday's fatal pedestrian struck motor vehicle accident has been identified as Judy Gillis of Livonia. According to a press release from Livingston County Sheriff Thomas Dougherty, Judy Gillis, 59, was on her way to her mail box while walking her dog when a utility van driven by Jaden Miller, 32, crossed over the … [Read More...]
LIVINGSTON SOUTH
Sex Offender Charged with Violating SORA Requirements
LIVINGSTON COUNTY — A Livingston County man, convicted of forcible touching in 2008, was arrested for failing to verify or register as a convicted sex offender. Leo Schledorn appeared in Livingston County court to make a bail application along with his attorney, Linsey Quintilone, after being charged with the Sex Offender Registry Act Violation. Bail […]
Hyde Buckles, Admits to Dropping and Slamming Infant
LIVINGSTON COUNTY — A disturbing case will now come to a close as vile Brock Hyde admitted to dropping and slamming a 2-month-old child. With the guilty plea Hyde will now face a potential sentence between 5 and 14 years for felony Assault in the Second Degree and Reckless Assault of a Child. “He brutally assaulted […]
Dansville Woman Attempts to Avoid Traffic Ticket, Gets Felony Instead
DANSVILLE— Kathleen White, 53, was arrested for falsifying business records, a first degree felony. According to a press release from Livingston County Sheriff, Thomas Dougherty, the arrest occurred on May 30 after White called to complain about a ticket from a traffic stop in June of 2017. White alleged that she had never received the […]
Dansville Fish and Game Club Awards 2018 Scholarship
DANSVILLE — The Dansville Fish & Game Inc. announced the recipient of their annual scholarship. This year’s recipient of the scholarship is Ashlee Zschoche from Hornell High School. She will be studying Environmental Studies and Wildlife Management at SUNY Cobleskill. This scholarship is awarded to graduating high school seniors who pursue a college degree in environmental […]
Springwater Woman Charged with Welfare and Food Stamp Fraud
SPRINGWATER— A Springwater woman was arrested following an investigation into welfare fraud. According to a press release from Livingston County Sheriff Thomas Dougherty, on May 30, Donetta M. Struthers was arrested for felony Welfare Fraud in the 4th Degree, felony Grand Larceny in the 4th Degree and Misuse of Food Stamps. Through the investigation conducted […]
FEATURES
SUNDAY CUP OF COFFEE: Young Barbers Open Shop on Main Street in Geneseo
LIVINGSTON COUNTY – There’s anew barbershop in town, the Liv Co Barbershop on Main Street in Geneseo. Young entrepreneurs Nick ‘Nicco’ Curry and Brandon Johnston stopped in to talk about their passion for cutting hair and offering a good old fashioned shave for their clients.
Liv. Co. Deputy Receives Local and State American Legion Correction Officer Award
LIVINGSTON COUNTY — A Livingston County Sheriff Deputy received the 2018 New York State American Legion Correction Officer of the Year Award and other local recognitions for her lifesaving efforts on an inmate. According to a press release from Livingston County Sheriff Thomas Dougherty, Deputy Brenda Clark-Pierson received an award for the American Legion Correction Officer of […]
Free Fishing from the DEC This Weekend
LIVINGSTON COUNTY — This weekend the New York State Department of Conservation (DEC) has opened fishing for everyone, including those without a fishing license. According to a press release from the State Department of Environmental Conservation each year, New York offers six free fishing days. The two-day Free Fishing Weekend takes place during the last […]
Geneseo Summer Concert Series Opens with Bob’s Brother’s Band
GENESEO — Get out your lawn chair, the first performance of the 10th annual Geneseo Summer Concert Series will be held in the Geneseo Village Park this Friday. The first concert will feature Bob’s Brother’s Band, a group from Avon, who have been playing together since 2004. The band plays covers of many old rock […]
Genesee Valley Motors Presents 4th Annual First Responders’ Appreciation Day at Frontier Field
LIVINGSTON COUNTY — Now in it’s 4th year Dom Genova, owner of Genesee Valley Motors, is offering a special day to first responders and their families at Frontier Field. Genova is buying tickets for the July 22nd game where the Red Wings will face the Norfolk Tides, the AAA affiliate for the Baltimore Orioles. […]
SPORTS
BASEBALL: Pirates Split Series Against Sloths
LIVONIA — The Pirates faced the Sloths in a doubleheader in the National Amateur Baseball Association on Sunday, dropping the first game 6-3 but winning the second 11-4. The first game saw Mike Anderson batting 2-for-3 with two doubles and Matt Feldman hitting a solo home run for the Pirates. It wasn’t enough however, as […]
American Rock Salt Race Series Kicks Off With Two Exciting Finishes
PERRY— The Livingston County Cycling Club hosted the first of three races in the American Rock Salt Race Series at Perry-Warsaw Airport on Saturday featuring 75 racers and approximately 300-400 in attendance. David Van Horn and Ken Hall dominated the Men’s Elite Race, jumping out to and early lead and eventually lapping the rest of […]
BASEBALL: Pirates Sail Over Lakers in Summer League
ROCHESTER — The Pirates defeated the Lakers 5-1 in The National Amateur Baseball Association. Reid VanScoter threw a no-hitter, recording 16 strikeouts for the Pirates and two walks. Cameron Militello went 2-for-3 with a double and one RBI, and John Smith also went 2-for-3 with a double and two RBIs. Next game s is a […]
TRACK AND FIELD: Wadsworth Wins State Title in Pentathalon
DANSVILLE — Jacob Wadsworth of Dansville won first place in the division II pentathlon competition at the 2018 New York State Outdoor Track and Field Championship held at Cicero-North Syracuse High School. The pentathlon is a combination of five events- 100m high hurdles, high jump, shot put, long jump, and 1500m run. Wadsworth set new personal records […]
BASEBALL: Avon Wins First State Championship in Extra Innings
AVON — The Avon Braves won their first ever New York State Class C Baseball Championship. The win came after a hard fought game against Ticonderoga on Saturday. The Braves battled back from an 0-2 deficit in the third inning, only to go down 2-5 after the fourth inning. Avon persevered, scoring one run per […]
SUN TV
SUNDAY CUP OF COFFEE: Young Barbers Open Shop on Main Street in Geneseo
LIVINGSTON COUNTY – There’s anew barbershop in town, the Liv Co Barbershop on Main Street in Geneseo. Young entrepreneurs Nick ‘Nicco’ Curry and Brandon Johnston stopped in to talk about their passion for cutting hair and offering a good old fashioned shave for their clients.
SUNDAY CUP OF COFFEE: Byrnes ‘Fired Up’ in Race for 133rd NYS Assembly Seat
SUN ROOM — Marjorie Byrnes is running for the 133rd New York State Assembly Seat and the Caledonia Trustee is already putting in a tremendous effort in her bid to unseat incumbent Joe Errigo in the September primary. Byrnes has rented out a campaign office, built a Facebook page, and already has a website up and […]
Sunday Cup of Coffee: Angela Ellis Talks Geneseo Rotary and Community
SUN ROOM — Angela Ellis stopped in the Sun Room to talk about this Geneseo Rotary Summer event as well as her passion for community. Ellis was recently named Livingston County Deputy County Administrator and continues to serve in the planning department.
Sunday Cup of Coffee: Aimee Alden Discusses Memorial Day and Impact of ‘Blue Devils in Vietnam’
SUN ROOM – It’s special edition Sundy Cup of Coffee – in honor of the 150th Memorial Day of remembrance that will take place tomorrow. Aimee Alden, Livingston County Historian, stops in to discuss the book she helped write, Bue Devils in Vietnam. The video includes two feature videos that the GeneseeSun.com produced along the […]
Sunday Cup of Coffee: Meet the Summer Interns
SUN ROOM – The summer is here and the GeneseeSun.com is fortunate to have two interns from R.I.T. with us through the summer. Take a minute to meet them and see what they will be writing and reporting on in their time at the sun.