Due to the Covid 19 pandemic, the Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) has cancelled all in-person bowhunter courses for the year, but has initiated an online course, available through Aug. 31 for any New York State resident 11 or older to receive a bowhunter education certificate, required to get a bowhunting license. The online course provides an opportunity for new archery hunters to get their required bowhunter … [Read more...]
Conesus – Loren E. Guiles “Buck” – July 5, 2020
Conesus, NY/Risingville, NY: At age 82, Buck passed on July 5, 2020 after a long battle with cancer. He was born on January 20, 1938 to the late Glen and Hazel Guiles. He was also predeceased by his sisters, Olive and Glenda and his grandson Cory Buckley. Survived by his wife of 30 years, Judith (Brown) Guiles and children; Joseph Guiles, Eugene Guiles, Brenda (Tom) Norman, Rosa (Sam) Tripi, Amy (Rich) Neumann, and Jennifer (Ryan) York; 13 … [Read more...]
Rochester’s Public Market Receives $50,000 Grant To Assist Vendors
The City of Rochester Public Market has received a $50,000 grant from the Rochester Economic Development Organization (REDCO) to help assist Market vendors who have been adversely affected by the coronavirus pandemic. The grant will be used to offset some of the financial hardships small business owners, entrepreneurs and local farmers that operate out of the Market have experienced as a direct result of the COVID-19 … [Read more...]
Drive-In Movie Schedule
ROC’N Drive-In to Feature The following movies. The drive-in will be held rain or shine and there are no refunds for cancellations due to dangerous weather conditions. Concessions and restrooms will be available in the stadium via Gate 11. Masks must be worn when visiting restrooms and concessions. The drive-ins will run every Thursday, Friday and Saturday through July 18. The remaining schedule for ROC’N Drive-In:“The Lego Movie” and “The … [Read more...]
Ontario Beach is Open for Swimming
The public swimming at Ontario Beach Park is now open for the 2020 season. "Monroe County is excited to mark the start of summer with the official opening of public swimming at Ontario Beach Park. Like so many across our community, I look forward to visiting the beach with my family this summer," said County Executive Bello. Monroe County lifeguards are on duty and swimming is permitted from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., seven days a week. … [Read more...]
NAPLES’ GRIMES GLEN TEMPORARILY CLOSED
Grimes Glen in Naples, part of the Ontario County Parks system, is temporarily closed. Grimes Glen was made part of the Ontario county Park system in 2008, although visitors have enjoyed the waterfalls and creek bed for generations. The closure is the result of an accident caused by a falling rock. Four-year-old Quincy Wilson was swimming in a natural pool when he was hit by a falling rock, causing a serious head … [Read more...]
HARMFUL TOXINS IN HONEOYE LAKE FORCES SANDY BOTTOM BEACH CLOSED
The Town of Richmond announced on June 22 that the Department of Health has closed Sandy Bottom Beach on Honeoye Lake to swimming. The agency found the possible existence of blue-green algae, which is toxic to both swimmers and pets. It is unknown when the beach will reopen, pending the results of the tests. Safety precautions need to be taken because the algae can produce toxins, which pose risks to humans and animals if they are … [Read more...]
BACK TO BASICS WITH THE “BANDIT” : “CHRISTMAS IN JULY”
Here in Upstate New York, July is the month Summer REALLY kicks in, especially if you ply our numerous lakes, bays and other waterways. This is a great time to toss out a line and enjoy our sport, while basking in nice balmy weather. Well, it WOULD BE, except anglers share the waterways with non-fishermen too. Skiers, tubers, personal watercraft operators, all are part of the “Wheee” people, that endlessly tear up the waters’ … [Read more...]
Dirty Bike Gravel Series Is On This Summer
The Durty Bikes Gravel Series will be hosting a summer gravel challenge. Racers are permitted to compete solo or in groups of 5 or less under strict rules and guidelines. Racers can use Strava to compete on timed segments for prizes, including Castelli winners' jerseys in all fields, raffles across all fields, and cash in the open fields. The race will feature some of the original courses, some new modifications, and two brand new courses … [Read more...]
Let’s Make This Birthday As Memorable As Your 101st! :“A positive thing in a social distancing world.
Jason Skinner, a friend and director of Livingston County Veteran Services, reached out and asked to get the word out about a special veteran who is turning 101 this month. The only participation rules are at least ten or more feet social distance and the only people in your vehicle are people you currently reside with. Several veterans from the veterans community had planned to wish Joe Montemarano a happy birthday. The current Covid19 Crisis … [Read more...]
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