NYLON — Innovative Edge Sports is kicking off the Cross Country Running season early through a four-event series to be held four successive Wednesday evenings at 6 p.m. August 5 to 26 at Cobb’s Hill Park in Rochester. According to a press release from the Genesee Valley Harriers Running Club (GVH), the proceeds of this and other GVH-sponsored events go toward developing GVH’s Olympic Development Program and support to promote Healthy Habits … [Read more...]
Habitat For Humanity Building ‘Airtight’ House in Avon
AVON – Habitat for Humanity is currently building a house that will likely be one of the most energy-efficient in Livingston County. According to Habitat for Humanity of Livingston County and their President, Dan Dimpfl, the 5-bedroom, 2100 sq ft house will not require a conventional furnace and the annual heating bill is predicted to be just over $200. "Building a house this tight has many advantages, but also requires proper ventilation," … [Read more...]
Photo Show Graces Cricket’s Coffee in Geneseo
GENESEO – An upstate NY artist has set the Crickets Coffee Co. as the stage for her rustically beautiful photo show, titled Fresh Coat of Paint. The photos in Jenn Gremer's display, which now hangs at the coffee shop at 53 Main Street, feature her images of broken down and abandoned places. "The inspiration for this series first came from abandoned photographs that I adopted and gave a 'refreshed' look, adding my own flare to the images … [Read more...]
GCS Grad Cuts Ribbon at Little Free Library in Highland Park Geneseo
GENESEO – Family, friends, and even Mayor Hatheway came to Highland Park on Tuesday to the opening ceremony for the Little Free Library, created and presented by a recent Geneseo High School graduate. Megan Mikolajczyk, 17, created what she calls the "Little Free Library" as a part of her Gold Award project for the local Girl Scouts, and as a way to leave part of her passion with the community as she heads off to college in Buffalo. "I have … [Read more...]
Oak Tree Half Marathon is Now Featured Distance Race for Region
LIVINGSTON COUNTY – This year's Oak Tree Half Marathon, which is already established as one of the region's most prestigious races, will be sporting several additions that make this year's race even better. Ben Gajewski, Executive Director of the Genesee Valley Nature Conservancy, says that the Oak Tree is now the featured distance event in the Rochester Runner of the Year Series, which culminates with crowning the top male and female runners … [Read more...]
Dansville Beaks, Butts and Ribs BBQ to Benefit Rotary Camp
DANSVILLE – The Town of Dansville and Country Agway will jointly host an open BBQ to raise money for the Genesee Valley Rotary Camp on Saturday. According to a press release from Erin-Kate Howard, last year's event drew 1,500 people for the 'Beaks, Butts and Ribs BBQ Event for Charity' features a friendly BBQ competition among local contestants who are pitted against each other in 4 categories: chicken, pork roast, pork ribs and beef … [Read more...]
Late Night Speeding Leads to Second DWI for Henrietta Man
LIMA – A Henrietta man who was allegedly seen speeding was arrested late Wednesday night for felony DWI as well as multiple traffic violations. According to a press release from Undersheriff Matthew Bean, Sheriff Thomas Dougherty advises of the arrest of Ronald Board Jr, 34, for felony Driving While Intoxicated, Refusal to Take a Chemical Breath Test, Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle in the First Degree, violating the … [Read more...]
Sunny Skies Expected for National Warplane Museum Airshow
GENESEO – Though Thursday was rainy, the weekend is projected to have clear skies and sunny weather for the annual National Warplane Museum Airshow. According to news partner 13WHAM, any showers will taper off by the early evening, and Friday will have plenty of sunshine, with temperatures in the 79-degree range and a low of 56 at night. Saturday will have its fair share of sun as well, with a high of 81 and low of 61. Sunday will be … [Read more...]
Collins Delivers $182,000 Homeland Security Grant to Dansville Fire Department
DANSVILLE — Congressman Chris Collins (NY-27) today announced $182,378 in federal funding for being awarded to the Dansville Fire Department as part of a firefighter assistance program. The grant will replace the Dansville Fire Department’s vehicle extrication equipment, rope rescue equipment, 50 sets of turnout gear, and personnel bailout systems. The grant was allocated through the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Assistance to … [Read more...]
Veteran Joe ‘Smokey’ Griffo Awarded Plaque as Country Club’s Only Ace
GENESEO – The Livingston Country Club erupted into singing "Happy Birthday" as Matt and Joe Griffo rolled over the ridge of the ninth hole on July 4, and Joe was surprised with an honorary plaque to the cheers of his family and friends. Much of the Griffo family made a toast to Joe this morning, as it was his 89th birthday and a fitting time to celebrate his lifelong dedication to his family, the country club, and the community. "Dad is the … [Read more...]
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