GENESEO – If you think you need to travel to the Amazon, the Nile River Valley, or California’s Redwood forests for beautiful vistas, you’re ignoring some unique landscapes close to home. The Genesee Valley is home to top-notch natural environments, and the Genesee Valley Conservancy (GVC) is working to preserve some of the area’s best locations. Founded in 1990, the GVC has protected over 13,600 acres of forests, farmlands, and a whole lot in … [Read more...]
Geneseo Farmers Market packs the street
GENESEO — Instead of being full of cars today, Geneseo’s Center Street was full of people, music and local produce. Today marked the opening day of the 2nd annual Geneseo Farmers Market, which runs every Thursday from 3-6 p.m. until October. This year’s market features 12-15 venders selling produce, baked goods, cheese, honey and more. “It’s going pretty well,” said the market’s manager Cate Concannon. “We had a great turnout and we were able … [Read more...]
GVC unveils upgrades to nature preserve
GENESEO – Members of the Genesee Valley Conservancy shared information on recent work completed to the Indian Fort Nature Preserve during their partners presentation this morning. The presentation highlighted numerous upgrades to the 60-acre preserve located just off Jones Bridge Road in Geneseo. Stewardship Director Benjamin Gajewski explained the improvements include a kiosk at the trailhead, signs and benches on the trails, a parking … [Read more...]
County Health Department warns of pertussis outbreak
LIVINGSTON COUNTY — The Livingston County Department of Health released a news statement on its website stating that from January 1 to June 11, there have been 55 positive cases of pertussis, or whooping cough in the county. According to the health department, the outbreak affects individuals of all ages. Those who have been in contact with an individual with pertussis may have been placed on an antibiotic by their healthcare provider to help … [Read more...]
Mount Morris man dies in fatal car accident
GENESEO — An early morning accident has claimed the life of a Mount Morris man after a head on collision on Rte 63.Mark Greig, 28, was traveling north on Rte 63 around 9:30 a.m. near the Retsof salt mine, according to New York State Police, when his vehicle crossed into oncoming traffic and collided head on with another vehicle. Greig was pronounced dead at the scene."At this time the investigation is still ongoing," said New York … [Read more...]
Remembering Gertrude Houston
GENESEO — Eight-time Emmy Award winning television producer and Geneseo resident Gertrude Houston passed away June 1 at Buffalo’s Roswell Park Cancer Institute. She was 54 years old. Ms. Houston, a graduate of Geneseo Central School and State University College of New York at Fredonia, was a well-known and well-loved member of the community. She was recently inducted into the Hall of Fame at Geneseo Central School. Ms. Houston worked for … [Read more...]
Steel Blossoms auction total revealed
DANSVILLE — The Genesee Valley Educational Partnership’s Career and Tech Center and the Livingston County Economic Development Corporation raised a total of $36,775 for the American Red Cross after auctioning off 48 garden-themed metal sculptures created by Olie Olson’s metal trades class Saturday. Winning bids for the sculptures ranged from $175 to $3,200. The students in Olson’s class worked for months to create the sculptures out of various … [Read more...]
Recipients of Geneseo Main Street Grant announced
GENESEO — The recipients of Geneseo’s 2012 New York Main Street Grant were announced at Monday’s Geneseo Village Board of Trustees meeting. The grant committee received 18 commercial and residential applications and ranked them based on the grant’s criteria. They chose 12 locations to receive part of the $344,500 in funds. The Cuttery will receive $3,300; University Hots will receive $34,000; 116 Main Street will receive $46,000; Kerry’s Cut … [Read more...]
Folks gather in celebration of Greenway Bridge
MOUNT MORRIS — People from across the county gathered at the Greenway Bridge for a dedication celebration in its honor today. The Friends of the Genesee Valley Greenway put on the celebration and ribbon-cutting ceremony in conjunction with the 20th anniversary of National Trails Day. Ned Holmes of the Friends of the Genesee Valley Greenway acted as MC, introducing speakers Senator Cathy Young; Rich Parker, the regional director of Genesee State … [Read more...]
Nunda Fun Days Pet Parade attracts big crowd
NUNDA- The village of Nunda was buzzing with people for the start of the 48th annual Nunda Fun Days, beginning with the Children's Pet Parade.People came from all over the county to see more than 250 people march the streets of Nunda alongside their costumed children and pets."Every year since its beginning, there has been a children's pet parade," said Marie Schoenacker, member of the Fun Days committee. "This year was a beautiful … [Read more...]