On Saturday, July 31, the Livonia Inn announced its closing, effective immediately. About two weeks ago, the Inn announced they would be available for takeout […]
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GOING FISHING By Ed Rouse — a Memory of His Boyhood Days
Something took me back in time today. I saw 3 young boys riding past my house on their bikes with fishing gear in […]

Springwater-Webster Crossing Historical Society Hosts Book Signing of Springwater Photographer 100 Plus Year Old Photos
By SUN STAFF
Floyd Ingraham’s Springwater: A Finger Lakes Hamlet by Julie Manwarren From Arcadia Publishing and the History Press The Springwater-Webster Crossing Historical Society is pleased […]

The International Plaza and Ibero American Development Corporation to Host Car Show Sunday
By SUN STAFF
The International Plaza, 828 N. Clinton Ave., kicks off the month of August with “The ROC International Car Show” at Sunday’s Market Day, 10 […]

Livingston County Responds to New CDC Recommendations for Fully Vaccinated People
By SUN STAFF
On July 27, 2021, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released updated interim public health recommendations for fully vaccinated people. In response, […]

NEW YORK’S RENT RELIEF PROGRAM IS FAILING, BILLIONS HAVE YET TO BE DISTRIBUTED by MINORITY LEADER WILL BARCLAY
By SUN STAFF
Tenants and landlords throughout New York state have been among some of the most negatively impacted due to the fallout of the COVID-19 […]

Honeoye, Mary S. Gamrod – July 29, 2021
By SUN STAFF
At age 85, Mary passed peacefully on July 29, 2021 at the Conesus Lake Nursing Home in Livonia, NY. She was born on December 1, […]

NAPLES WOMAN ARRESTED FOR DWI AFTER FALL
A Naples woman, Sharon Casey, age 66, fell on East Avenue, Naples near Luigi’s, and after being helped up, drove from the scene […]

Muchard Named to Spring 2021 Dean’s List at SUNY Delhi
SUNY Delhi is proud to recognize Samantha Muchard of Avon, NY for their academic achievement and being named to the dean’s list for the […]

Livonia Resident Arrested For Stolen Vehicle, Drug and AUO Arrest
By SUN STAFF
Sheriff Thomas J. Dougherty reports the arrest of a Livonia resident on charges following an investigation by the Sheriff’s Office. On July 17th, 2021 at […]

Livingston County Approves $97K in Funding for Pioneer Library System
By SUN STAFF
The Livingston County Board of Supervisors approved $97,000 in funding for the Pioneer Library System (PLS) this week during their July 28 regular board […]
LIVINGSTON COUNTY

GOING FISHING By Ed Rouse — a Memory of His Boyhood Days
Something took me back in time today. I saw 3 young boys riding past my house on their bikes with fishing gear in hand. Yes, indeed, that really took me back. Now these young men were far better equipped than me and my friends were, but at the time we were as well-equipped as we could be. They were riding nice light 10 … [Read More...]

Springwater-Webster Crossing Historical Society Hosts Book Signing of Springwater Photographer 100 Plus Year Old Photos
Floyd Ingraham’s Springwater: A Finger Lakes Hamlet by Julie Manwarren From Arcadia Publishing and the History Press The Springwater-Webster Crossing Historical Society is pleased to announce the launch of a book containing photographs of Springwater. Over a century ago, Floyd Ingraham’s lens captured the landscape, buildings, … [Read More...]

LIVONIA INN ANNOUNCES CLOSING
On Saturday, July 31, the Livonia Inn announced its closing, effective immediately. About two weeks ago, the Inn announced they would be available for takeout only, citing lack of staff as a reason to curtail hours of operation and close the dining room. On their Facebook page, on Saturday afternoon, the inn posted the following: This … [Read More...]

Livingston County Responds to New CDC Recommendations for Fully Vaccinated People
On July 27, 2021, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released updated interim public health recommendations for fully vaccinated people. In response, Livingston County would like to notify residents that the CDC announcement does not change the present practices and protocols in Livingston County. This Federal guidance … [Read More...]

Muchard Named to Spring 2021 Dean’s List at SUNY Delhi
SUNY Delhi is proud to recognize Samantha Muchard of Avon, NY for their academic achievement and being named to the dean's list for the spring 2021 semester. The dean's list is a recognition of students who enrolled in six or more credits and earned a 3.5 or higher grade-point average for the semester. SUNY Delhi's hands-on approach … [Read More...]
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Muchard Named to Spring 2021 Dean’s List at SUNY Delhi
SUNY Delhi is proud to recognize Samantha Muchard of Avon, NY for their academic achievement and being named to the dean's list for the spring 2021 semester. The dean's list is a recognition of students who enrolled in six or more credits and earned a 3.5 or higher grade-point average for the semester. SUNY Delhi's hands-on approach … [Read More...]

Livingston County Approves $97K in Funding for Pioneer Library System
The Livingston County Board of Supervisors approved $97,000 in funding for the Pioneer Library System (PLS) this week during their July 28 regular board meeting. The funds will go directly toward improving and expanding PLS library services in their eight Livingston County library locations. “Livingston County is the only one of our … [Read More...]

MATTHEWS BUSES INC. CELEBRATES GRAND OPENING, RIBBON CUTTING AND OPEN HOUSE AT NEWEST FACILITY IN EAST AVON
The Livingston County Chamber of Commerce will be at 5600 East Avon Plaza in East Avon on Friday, August 6th to celebrate the grand opening of Matthews Buses. Matthews Buses was founded in 1967 by Robert and Justine Matthews and has four locations throughout New York State, Ballston Spa, Avon, Poughkeepsie, and Syracuse. Matthews Buses … [Read More...]

Man Steals Deputies Car & Crashes The Patrol Car — Bail Reform Sets Him Free
Sheriff Thomas J. Dougherty reports the arrest of a Monroe County resident on felony charges following an investigation by the Sheriff’s Office. On June 26th, 2021 at approximately 11:00pm Deputy Gordon Truax was assigned to the Sheriff’s Office Operation Safe Interstate Initiative on Interstate 390 when he attempted to conduct a … [Read More...]

Public Health Specialist Job Opening @ $24,85 in Livingston County
TO: All Qualified Candidates DATE: July 28, 2021 RE: Title: Public Health Specialist Bargaining unit: CSEA Full Time Rate of pay: $24.85 (Current County employees working within this bargaining unit may receive a different rate of pay based upon the promotion or demotion rate calculation provided by their collective bargaining agreement, … [Read More...]
LIVINGSTON CENTRAL

LIVONIA INN ANNOUNCES CLOSING
On Saturday, July 31, the Livonia Inn announced its closing, effective immediately. About two weeks ago, the Inn announced they would be available for takeout only, citing lack of staff as a reason to curtail hours of operation and close the dining room. On their Facebook page, on Saturday afternoon, the inn posted the following: This … [Read More...]

Livonia Resident Arrested For Stolen Vehicle, Drug and AUO Arrest
Sheriff Thomas J. Dougherty reports the arrest of a Livonia resident on charges following an investigation by the Sheriff’s Office. On July 17th, 2021 at about 10:30am Sheriff’s Deputies responded to the area of West Avenue, in the Village of Livonia, for the report of a suspicious vehicle. Deputies arrived and located the vehicle and … [Read More...]

Livingston County Approves $97K in Funding for Pioneer Library System
The Livingston County Board of Supervisors approved $97,000 in funding for the Pioneer Library System (PLS) this week during their July 28 regular board meeting. The funds will go directly toward improving and expanding PLS library services in their eight Livingston County library locations. “Livingston County is the only one of our … [Read More...]

Man Steals Deputies Car & Crashes The Patrol Car — Bail Reform Sets Him Free
Sheriff Thomas J. Dougherty reports the arrest of a Monroe County resident on felony charges following an investigation by the Sheriff’s Office. On June 26th, 2021 at approximately 11:00pm Deputy Gordon Truax was assigned to the Sheriff’s Office Operation Safe Interstate Initiative on Interstate 390 when he attempted to conduct a … [Read More...]

Livonia Public Library and Writers & Books Host Visiting Author Ed Hajim
Writers & Books, Rochester’s home for the literary arts, will team up with the Livonia Public Library to welcome Ed Hajim, author of On the Road Less Traveled: An Unlikely Journey from the Orphanage to the Boardroom, on Saturday, July 31, 3 pm. The author will read from his memoir, then be joined in conversation with … [Read More...]
LIVINGSTON SOUTH

Livingston County Approves $97K in Funding for Pioneer Library System
The Livingston County Board of Supervisors approved $97,000 in funding for the Pioneer Library System (PLS) this week during their July 28 regular board meeting. The funds will go directly toward improving and expanding PLS library services in their eight Livingston County library locations. “Livingston County is the only one of our four counties […]

Man Steals Deputies Car & Crashes The Patrol Car — Bail Reform Sets Him Free
Sheriff Thomas J. Dougherty reports the arrest of a Monroe County resident on felony charges following an investigation by the Sheriff’s Office. On June 26th, 2021 at approximately 11:00pm Deputy Gordon Truax was assigned to the Sheriff’s Office Operation Safe Interstate Initiative on Interstate 390 when he attempted to conduct a traffic stop on […]

Public Health Specialist Job Opening @ $24,85 in Livingston County
TO: All Qualified Candidates DATE: July 28, 2021 RE: Title: Public Health Specialist Bargaining unit: CSEA Full Time Rate of pay: $24.85 (Current County employees working within this bargaining unit may receive a different rate of pay based upon the promotion or demotion rate calculation provided by their collective bargaining agreement, if applicable.) Department: […]

Time To Applaud Our Local Schools: LOCAL SCHOOLS GET RECOGNITION FOR SCHOLAR ATHLETE TEAMS
Several local schools received the School of Distinction awards for having sports teams populated by student scholar athletes, with at least 75% of the varsity team having a GPA of 90% or more. Only 64 schools in the whole state were awarded the distinction during the 20-21 season. There were 13 schools In Section […]

New York Army National Guard Promotions
Major General Ray Shields, the Adjutant General for the State of New York, announces the promotion of members of the New York Army National Guard in recognition of their capability for additional responsibility and leadership. Alison Gregor from Avon (zip code 14414), N.Y., and assigned to the 222nd Military Police Company received a promotion […]
FEATURES

GOING FISHING By Ed Rouse — a Memory of His Boyhood Days
Something took me back in time today. I saw 3 young boys riding past my house on their bikes with fishing gear in hand. Yes, indeed, that really took me back. Now these young men were far better equipped than me and my friends were, but at the time we were as well-equipped […]

Springwater-Webster Crossing Historical Society Hosts Book Signing of Springwater Photographer 100 Plus Year Old Photos
Floyd Ingraham’s Springwater: A Finger Lakes Hamlet by Julie Manwarren From Arcadia Publishing and the History Press The Springwater-Webster Crossing Historical Society is pleased to announce the launch of a book containing photographs of Springwater. Over a century ago, Floyd Ingraham’s lens captured the landscape, buildings, and people of Springwater, and neighboring communities. This previously unpublished […]

The International Plaza and Ibero American Development Corporation to Host Car Show Sunday
The International Plaza, 828 N. Clinton Ave., kicks off the month of August with “The ROC International Car Show” at Sunday’s Market Day, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., August 1. The car show, a first-of-its-kind at the Plaza, will include a competition with twelve categories scored by three secret guest judges. The event will […]

LIVONIA INN ANNOUNCES CLOSING
On Saturday, July 31, the Livonia Inn announced its closing, effective immediately. About two weeks ago, the Inn announced they would be available for takeout only, citing lack of staff as a reason to curtail hours of operation and close the dining room. On their Facebook page, on Saturday afternoon, the inn posted the following: […]

Livingston County Responds to New CDC Recommendations for Fully Vaccinated People
On July 27, 2021, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released updated interim public health recommendations for fully vaccinated people. In response, Livingston County would like to notify residents that the CDC announcement does not change the present practices and protocols in Livingston County. This Federal guidance document is in response to […]
SPORTS

JEREMY WONDERING CAPTURES CRATE LATE MODEL CHALLENGE AT FREEDOM
Jeremy Wonderling cashed in for a $1,000 payday Friday night on Prime Time Energy Services night, as he took the honors in the 25-lap Crate Late Model Challenge feature event. Wonderling started at the front of the field, but had to pass early leader Dusty Waters a couple of laps in. One out front, […]

Time To Applaud Our Local Schools: LOCAL SCHOOLS GET RECOGNITION FOR SCHOLAR ATHLETE TEAMS
Several local schools received the School of Distinction awards for having sports teams populated by student scholar athletes, with at least 75% of the varsity team having a GPA of 90% or more. Only 64 schools in the whole state were awarded the distinction during the 20-21 season. There were 13 schools In Section […]

“The Doctor” Withstands “Hurricane” Force Winds For Outlaw Victory
An enthusiastic crowd turned out for the annual Outlaw Speedway Fireworks Spectacular and there were plenty of fireworks to celebrate both on, and off the track. The Friendly Dodge, Chrysler, Jeep & Ram Modifieds rolled out for their 30-lap affair and put on a show that longtime dirt modified fans would have appreciated. Elmira’s […]

WAYLAND-COHOCTON AND DANSVILLE CONSIDER FOOTBALL MERGER FOR SEPTEMBER
The Wayland-Cohocton and Dansville Central Schools have opened discussion for the merger of football teams for the two districts. Merging the two teams would allow them to pool resources, and field a full team, with substitutes where needed. Both schools are relatively small, and have had to recruit to field a full team […]

BACK TO BASICS WITH “THE BANDIT” EYES IN THE DARK :Fishing with DiFranco
For some folks, there’s nothing more spooky than spotting a pair of eyes glaring out of the darkness. While under some circumstances, this can be unnerving, when it comes to fishing, the opposite is true. You see, when fishermen talk of ‘eyes, they mean Walleyes. This largest member of the yellow perch family […]
SUN TV

SUNDAY CUP OF COFFEE: Jen Reschke, Local Triathlete Earns Pro Card
SUN ROOM — If you’ve been anywhere around Conesus Lake you’ve likely seen Jen Reshke training for her triathlons. Well the Owego native who now calls Livingston County her home just earned her pro card on the triathlon circuit. Learn more about her and her ride, run and swim into the elite level in our […]

SUNDAY CUP OF COFFEE: Geneseo Police Chief Eric Osganian
SUN ROOM – In this week’s edition of the Sunday Cup of Coffee, Village of Geneseo Police Chief Eric Osganian joins Josh Williams for a casual conversation. The two discuss a variety of topics including the recent manhunt, overall role of the Geneseo Police Department, and what motivates the Chief to serve and protect.

VIDEO: Deer Run Winery Summer concert Series a ‘Grape’ Time
CONESUS LAKE – Deer Run Winery’s summer concert series is in full swing on every Thursday night through out the summer. The free event includes live music, food vendors, wine, wine slushes, and beer. You can also bring in your cool car and receive preferred parking of all classic and muscle cars. For more information […]

SUNDAY CUP OF COFFEE: Corrin Strong and the ‘Arc of History’
SUN ROOM – It’s been quite a week here in Livingston County so it’s nice to have a light conversation about some of the trending topics. No better way to have some fun and talk politics with Corrin Strong.

SUN VIDEO: New Watershed Education Center Officially Open on Conesus Lake
LIVONIA — The Conesus Lake Association (CLA) has officially opened the Watershed Education Center in Vitale Park. The education center will be used as a meeting place for the CLA and substation for the Livingston County Sheriff’s Office as well a place for people to learn more about issues that affect the lake and surrounding […]