GENESEO — A Rochester woman was arrested on felony charges after calling 911 on Monday. According to a report from the Livingston County Sheriff Thomas Dougherty, deputies responded to a 911 call on Clearview Road in the Town of Geneseo. When the deputies met with the caller, Lynn M. Motyka, 27, to investigate the reason for the call, they discovered that Motyka had allegedly come to Geneseo from Rochester for the purpose of prostitution. … [Read more...]
Chris Collins Suspends Re-Election Campaign After Insider Trading Charges
GENESEO — New York Republican Rep. Chris Collins suspended his campaign for re-election on Saturday after he was indicted on charges of insider trading. Collins decision marks a change from the statements made on Wednesday, where Collins said he still intended to continue running for re-election. "After extensive discussion with my family and my friends over the last few days, I have decided that it is in the best interests of the … [Read more...]
Avon’s Five-Arch Bridge Vandalzied
Avon’s beloved Five-Arch Bridge was vandalized recently with spray painted graffiti that included a swastika. Hikers discovered the spray paint during a recent hike and vented about it on social media. In a post on Facebook, a local woman noted that she took a walk to the park and discovered the blue paint on the backside of the bridge facing away from Route 39. “I, for one, am absolutely infuriated because I have great memories … [Read more...]
Insider Trading Charges a Bitter Pill for Collins as Adversaries Attack
LIVINGSTON COUNTY — Local officials reacted with upset and confusion at today’s announcement that Congressman Chris Collins, his son and a friend were indicted on charges Wednesday of insider trading and lying to federal officials -- Democrats saying the indictment is a sign of how distant Collins is from his district and Republicans urging people not to rush to judgement. Livingston County Democratic Committee Chair Judith Hunter said the news … [Read more...]
Assembly Candidate Marjorie Byrnes Defends $20,000 Payment to Livingston County Conservative Party Chairman
ROCHESTER — Assembly candidate Marjorie Byrnes and chairman of the Livingston County Conservative Party Jason McGuire defended themselves Wednesday against a potential conflict of interest regarding a $20,000 payment made to McGuire for political counsel. In a radio interview with Bob Lonsberry of 1180 WHAM, Byrnes and McGuire said that they felt that the payment was in no way a conflict of interest in regards to the endorsement from the … [Read more...]
Two State Grants Open for Local Firefighters, Fowl Hunters
A pair of grants announced today by the state Department of Environmental Conservation could benefit Livingston County volunteer firefighters and fowl hunters. Due August 10, the Volunteer Fire Assistance grant program is available specifically to smaller departments serving rural areas. Last year, the program, which is funded by the U.S. Forest Service, provided $1,500 grants to 319 separate departments serving communities with less than … [Read more...]
Geneseo Schools Cancel Classes as Search for Armed Suspect Continues
GENESEO — Multiple local schools and daycare centers are closed Thursday morning while law enforcement continues their search for David Morgan, who is considered armed and dangerous. SUNY Geneseo and Geneseo Central School have both canceled summer classes for the day. Additionally, all KidStart programs at the Lehman Center location and Geneseo Summer Rec have been canceled. Currently, the only road closure due to the search is Route 63 … [Read more...]
BREAKING: Geneseo Airshow Crash Sends Three to Hospital
GENESEO — Deputies, along with Geneseo Fire and Livingston County EMS are on scene at the Geneseo Airport for a plane incident with injuries. There is no cause for alarm and all three patients have been transported with preliminary reports of non life-threatening injuries. The Livingston County Sheriff's Office, the FAA and NTSB are investigating the cause of the incident. The airshow will continue as planned for the remainder of the weekend … [Read more...]
Grand Theft Auto: Mount Morris – It’s Not a Video Game But It is a Felony
MOUNT MORRIS — A Mount Morris man is facing felony charges after allegedly taking a woman's vehicle without permission. According to a report from Livingston County Sheriff, Thomas Dougherty, on July 10, deputies were dispatched to Mount Morris to investigate reports of a vehicle taken without the owner's permission. The vehicle was ultimately returned, and the owner did request criminal charges. Eric S. Holley, 25, from Mount Morris, was … [Read more...]
Alcohol Fueled Geneseo Football Fundraiser Idea Raises Only Questions
GENESEO — The Geneseo Central High School Football Team has been planning a fundraiser in partnership with Deer Run Winery, however much of the necessary paperwork has not yet been submitted, leaving the town board with more questions than answers. The fundraiser was planned to be held on Aug. 18 at Long Point Park, which does not allow the sale of alcoholic beverages without approval from the town board at least one month in advance. When the … [Read more...]
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