Sheriff Thomas J. Dougherty reports the arrest of a Monroe County resident following the investigation of a motor vehicle crash. On November 20, 2020 at approximately 3:40 P.M. Sheriff’s Deputies responded to the report of a two car motor vehicle crash that occurred on the Interstate 390 exit ramp near Lakeville Road. The investigation revealed that a vehicle being operated by Robert L. Lampley, age 47 of Rochester, was exiting the … [Read more...]
Leandra’s Law Felony DWI Following Crash Into Mailbox with 12 Year Old Child
- Sheriff Thomas J. Dougherty reports the arrest of a Caledonia NY resident for a violation of Leandra’s Law. On November 21, 2020 at approximately 08:00 A.M. Sheriff’s Deputies responded to the area of Caledonia-Avon Road for the report of a vehicle that struck a mailbox. Deputy Marty Herkimer located the vehicle in question on Telephone Road and initiated a traffic stop. The operator of the vehicle was identified as 27 year old … [Read more...]
MAN FACING 15 To 30 YEARS FOR LURING A WESTERN NY MINOR BY THREATS
U.S. Attorney James P. Kennedy, Jr. announced today that Andrew Neal, of Hallsville, Missouri, was charged by criminal complaint with production, receipt, and distribution of child pornography, as well as cyberstalking. The charges carry a minimum penalty of 15 years in prison, a maximum of 30 years, and a $250,000 fine. According to the criminal complaint, in July 2018, Neal initiated a conversation with a minor female victim, … [Read more...]
Alleged Drug Impaired Driver, Slumped Over The Wheel in Mt. Morris Gets Charged With Felonies
- Sheriff Thomas J. Dougherty reports the arrest of an Erie County resident on felony Driving While Ability Impaired by Drugs and felony Aggravated Unlicensed Operation charges after an investigation. On November 16, 2020 at approximately 7:45 am Deputy Bill Cartwright was on patrol on Mt. Morris Nunda Road (State Route 408) when he observed a vehicle parked roadside with a male slumped over the steering wheel. The … [Read more...]
WISHING YOU AND YOURS A WONDERFUL THANKSGIVING by Assemblyman Steve Hawley (R,C,I-Batavia)
Another Thanksgiving is upon us. Truly one of the most American holidays, it is a wonderful day to help us remember the good things life has given us. Amidst dropping temperatures and fewer daylight hours, it is a great time to get warm and gather with loved ones safely, eat well and fill your spirit. This year is obviously different. We’ve been fighting this pandemic for nearly nine months now, and I, like many of you, am … [Read more...]
Leandra’s Law Felony DWI Following Vehicle Reported In a Ditch
Sheriff Thomas J. Dougherty reports the arrest of a Sparta NY resident for felony DWI charges and a violation of Leandra’s Law. On November 18, 2020 at approximately 11:15 P.M. Sheriff’s Deputies responded to the area of Webster Crossing Road and Liberty Pole Road for the report of a vehicle in a ditch. Sheriff’s Deputies arrived in the area and located the vehicle in question and identified the operator as Kathleen R. … [Read more...]
Sheriff’s Office Makes a Felony Contempt and Burglary Arrest in Caledonia
Sheriff Thomas J. Dougherty reports the arrest of a Monroe County resident on felony charges following an investigation by the Sheriff’s office. On November 19, 2020 at approximately 6:10 P.M. Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a residence on Leroy-Caledonia Road for a possible violation of an order of protection. Responding Deputies located Albert C. Ackerman, age 56 from Mumford NY, hiding in a bathroom at the residence. It … [Read more...]
NY Should Lift Shroud of Secrecy Around Union Contracts: BY Caitlin Gilligan, Empire Center
Public officials are negotiating with unions in secret and ratifying far-reaching contracts without adequate public input, the Empire Center today warned in a new report, Dealing In The Dark: NY's Secretive Government Labor Negotiations. “Union contracts control almost every government function in New York and they’re a big part of why New Yorkers have the highest state and local tax burden,” said report author and Empire Center fellow Ken … [Read more...]
Geneseo – Thomas C. Frisiras – November 22, 2020
Thomas C. Frisiras, age 88, of Geneseo, died Sunday, November 22, 2020 at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester, NY. He was predeceased by his wife, Joan Frisiras in February. He is survived by his sons, Chris (Christine) Frisiras of Portland, OR, John (Melissa) Frisiras of Pittsburg, PA, granddaughters, Catherine and Caroline Frisiras both of Portland, OR, brothers, Pete Frisiras of Dansville, Dimitri Frisiras of Greece, several … [Read more...]
Community Bank N.A. Closes All Branch Lobbies and Will Operate Solely Through Drive-Thrus
Community Bank has made the decision to close all branch lobbies and operate solely through available drive-thrus, starting today, Wednesday, Nov. 25. All branch lobbies will be available by appointment only, including locations with and without drive-thrus. “We believe this decision is both conservative and prudent considering the current information the CDC has provided about COVID-19” Hal Wentworth, Community Bank N.A. … [Read more...]