Over the past couple of years, the economic picture has brightened for many cities and states — but some of them are still facing potential financial problems. As a citizen, you may well have concerns about these issues. And as an investor, these financial woes may affect your thinking about one particular type of investment vehicle: municipal bonds. Specifically, given the difficulties faced by a few municipalities, should you consider adding … [Read more...]
The Village of Scottsville presents, Family Fun Festival
SCOTTSVILLE -- The Scottsville Family Fun Festival is set to be very entertaining for the whole family from sunup until sundown. Scottsville’s Annual Summer Festival will be held at Johnson’s Park on Saturday, August 17 from 7:00 a.m. until 9:00 p.m. The festival will include a plethora of exciting events for the whole family including a Kids Fishing Derby on Oatka Creek, basketball and volleyball tournaments, a skateboarding class, … [Read more...]
Wheatland deadly intersection to become four way stop
WHEATLAND -- The installation of a four way stop at the intersection of State Route 36 and North Road was put into action Wednesday morning. The New York State Department of Transportation,(NYSDOT), announced in a press release, that the four way stop will be a change from the existing two way stop and is expected to improve safety at the intersection by making all drivers stop and look for other vehicles before traveling through the … [Read more...]
Former Cal-Mum student released from hospital after tragic accident
UPDATE: 4:38p.m. A Strong Memorial Hospital Official confirmed that Michaela Murphy,17, has been released from the hospital. Hospital Officials report that Joanne Krutchen has been transported to another hospital to undergo rehabilitation. CALEDONIA — A victim in the tragic Wheatland crash, Joanne Krutchen has been released from Strong Memorial Hospital. Krutchen, 20, was one of two survivors involved in a fatal car crash that … [Read more...]
New Avon Village Officer appointed, Travis McFadden
AVON — A new part time officer was named for the Village of Avon, Travis McFadden. The Village board welcomed McFadden as the new part time officer for the Avon Village Police Department at Monday’s board meeting. “I look forward to giving back to the community that I grew up in,” said McFadden. McFadden came highly recommended by Avon’s current Interim Police Chief, Gary Benedict. “I know all of the streets, and I know all of the programs … [Read more...]
Mattresses and bed pans a hit at Crossroads Festival
LIMA — We are surrounded by festivals during the summer, but one of the more unique events takes place right in Lima with the Crossroads Festival and the bed racing. Elim Bible emerged as the winner while racers and their crews plowed through several ‘bumps in the road’ in order to win the bed races. “The purpose of the race is fun” said Natalie Luft, Coordinator for the bed races. Four teams raced including Elim Bible Institute, … [Read more...]
Jane’s Pantry opens new Tea Room
MOUNT MORRIS -- Jane’s Pantry is expanding and adding a tea room to their already existing retail store. The Pantry Mouse Tea House will have an open house that will take place during the Italian Festival in Mount Morris, August 17 and 18. The soft opening will take place later that week and will be followed by a grand opening later in August. “It is not the tea that fast food chains carry,” said Jane Oakes, Owner of Jane’s Pantry. “It is a much … [Read more...]
Main Street goes old school with installation of classic benches
GENESEO -- Main Street attempts to return to an old school small town look with the installation of vintage looking benches. The Village of Geneseo is continuing their streetscape project, with the installation of new benches, in which they look to improve the look of main street. “We wanted to make main street look more pleasing,” said Jason Fraser, Superintendent of Public Works for the Village of Geneseo. The Village of Geneseo has been … [Read more...]
Tractor Pull main attraction at Livingston County Fair
CALEDONIA -- The crowd was small at the Livingston County Fair but it was clear that the main attraction was the tractor pull. The Eagle Garden Tractor Pulling Association participated in the tractor pull at the Livingston County Fair on Wednesday night and seemed to be the reason people were attracted to the fair. “The fair is really small but really nice,” said Sammi Vanwinkle, fairgoer at the Livingston County Fair. “I came for the tractor … [Read more...]
Sheriff York warns residents of telephone scams in the area
LIVINGSTON COUNTY — Sheriff John York would like to warn residents of Livingston County about the dangers of telephone solicitations and scams. Often times telephone solicitations are received from groups identifying themselves as representatives of law enforcement unions or associations. Most commonly the calls are conducted by fundraising companies that are hired by groups that have no connection to the community or local law enforcement … [Read more...]
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