GENESEO – A Rochester man is behind bars charged with five serious crimes, all alleged to have occurred in the Village of Geneseo since the summer. According to a press release from Geneseo Police Chief Eric Osganian, David Large, 45, is charged with Arson in the Third Degree, Forgery in the Second Degree, Insurance Fraud in the Third degree, Grand Larceny in the Third Degree, and Falsifying Business Records in the First Degree. "Our … [Read more...]
Driver Fatally Crashes into Utility Poles in Lima
LIMA – A driver passed away after running off the road and striking multiple utility poles Saturday night. According to first responders, the driver ran off Clay Street and struck multiple utility poles at about 10:30 p.m. The driver, a 23 year old male, who was the vehicle's only occupant, was pronounced dead at the hospital. The Livingston County Sheriff's Office investigated. Livingston County Sheriff Thomas Dougherty said that … [Read more...]
UPDATE: 3 RCSD Youths Transported to Hospital for Precautionary Measures, Driver of Sedan with Minor Injuries
MOUNT MORRIS - The Livingston County Sheriff's Office confirmed a Rochester City School District bus was involved in a motor vehcile accident. According to the Sheriff's Office the school bus and a sedan were involved in the accident and the snowy road conditions are believed to have played a factor. The driver of the vehicle was transported to the hospital with non-life threatening injuries. Three youths were also transported to the … [Read more...]
School Bus Accident in Mount Morris, No Injuries Reported
MOUNT MORRIS – A School bus was involved in an accident Saturday evening on Rte. 408 south. At this time no injuries were reported, the investigation is ongoing. Sources have confirmed that the bus was operated by the Rochester City School District Check back to the GeneseeSun.com for my details as we await statements from officials. … [Read more...]
Wegmans Celebrates 50 Years in Geneseo
GENESEO – Santa joined the friendly, hardworking staff at Wegmans on Saturday to congratulate them on 50 years in Geneseo. Shoppers were delighted to see a big, welcoming archway of balloons and a brief ceremony to mark the day. Old news clippings showing articles and ads from long ago were on display for shoppers to see. Wegmans has been a core philanthropic business for Livingston County throughout its time. They have backed and hosted … [Read more...]
BOYS BASKETBALL: McFarland Hits Free-Throw with 1.1 Seconds Left for York Victory Over Geneseo
WATCH POST GAME INTERVIEW WITH RILEY STELLA AND MATT MCFARLAND GENESEO – In boys basketball the York Golden Knights (2-3) defeated the Geneseo Blue Devils(0-4) 36-35. Matt McFarland scored only 3 points but it was the back end of his free throw with 1.1 seconds left the gave the Golden Knights the victory. Overall the game was sloppy until the last 4 minutes when Geneseo's Daniel Kaye would hit two 3-poitners to put Geneseo up … [Read more...]
Dog Missing from Groveland House Fire
GROVELAND – A pet dog is unaccounted for after a house fire on Flats Road late Friday morning. According to New York State Police, one of their troopers was the first emergency personnel to the scene and found the structure fully involved in fire with a door open. The residents say that their dog was home alone at the time of the fire. The running theory is that the dog escaped from the burning house and is still outside. Anyone who … [Read more...]
SUNY Geneseo Might Use ‘Pyrotechnics’ to Scare Pooping Crows
GENESEO – SUNY Geneseo says that they will be using nonlethal scare tactics, some of which might be noticed in the Village nearby, to move large flocks of crows whose droppings could cause some problems on campus. According to an email to the College community by Darlene Necaster, SUNY Geneseo's Environmental Health and Safety Officer, the big birds' droppings are a health concern. The College's Facilities Services and students and faculty with … [Read more...]
SUN EXCLUSIVE: Fire Collapses Groveland Home
GROVELAND – A fire destroyed a house in a brushy low spot on Flats Road Friday morning. According to first responders on scene, the emergency call went out at about 10:40 a.m. The first units to arrive found the house fully involved in fire and were unsure if anyone was inside. First responders eventually confirmed that the house was not occupied at the time of the call. Multiple fire departments arrived. Fire trucks took turns … [Read more...]
Law Protects People Suing Government for Illegal FOIL Denials
LIVINGSTON COUNTY – A new law protects citizens who sue government organizations for wrongfully withholding information following a FOIL application. According to a press release from Senator Patrick Gallivan, the new law will make it easier for citizens and organizations suing to obtain information from state and local governments under New York’s Freedom of Information Law (FOIL) to recover legal fees. “This legislation strengthens the … [Read more...]