MOUNT MORRIS – Five men from all over the country are convening for an ambitious paddle from Mount Morris to Lake Ontario. The five founders and their friends, who affectionately call themselves WNY Paddle Pack, are setting up a donation page so that their ride can benefit the homeless. According to Chuck Little, one of the founders of Paddle Pack, the idea started between a couple buddies who simply love canoes, kayaks and the … [Read more...]
Runners Enjoy Races, Families Enjoy Popsicles and Pizza
NYLON – Cross country runners of all ages turned out on August 6 for the first of four cross country race events, part of the Innovative Edge Sports Cross Country Summer Race Series in Cobb's Hill Park in Rochester. The Genesee Valley Harriers running club is hosting race days every Wednesday in the park for the next three weeks. There will be great races and prizes for runners age 5 to over 70. Last week, 50 kids age 13 and under especially … [Read more...]
Furry Friend of the Week: Bugsy
PERRY- Going To The Dogs Rescue is proud to offer Bugsy for adoption this week. "He is not a big barker or noise maker," says the Rescue. "He is rather quiet and just wants your attention and love whenever you can give it to him." He is very sweet and is eager to please. He loves to run and play, but is also a lap lover who would watch TV for hours. As sweet as he is with humans, he needs a home with no other dogs, since he can be possessive of … [Read more...]
Collins Sponsors New Conservation Act for Conservancy
GENESEE VALLEY — United States Representative Chris Collins joined Representative Tom Reed this week as a co-sponsor of the Conservation Easement Incentive Act, H.R. 2807. Reed and local politicians have sponsored the Act for some time now, but with the new support of Collins the program has really gained momentum. Collins' commitment to the program follows a recent visit to Washington by Executive Director of the Conservancy Ben Gajewski. "As … [Read more...]
Collins Votes Against Ending Shutdown and Raising Debt Ceiling
WASHINGTON — Congressional representative, Chris Collins (R-NY 27th District) voted against ending the partial shutdown and raising the debt ceiling. The agreement passed with a vote of 81 to 18 in the Senate and 285 to 144 in the House, the passed bill will fund the government through January. “The House voted to increase our national debt by over a $300 billion without achieving a single spending cut." stated Collins in a press … [Read more...]
Rochester to Celebrate 175th Anniversary of Mount Hope Cemetery
MONROE COUNTY— The City of Rochester looks to celebrate Mount Hope Cemetery’s 175th anniversary in being a landmark that draws thousands of visitors each year who come to experience the history and natural beauty that makes Mount Hope a valued community asset. Mayor Thomas S. Richards and U.S. Congresswoman Louise Slaughter will join staff and volunteers at Mount Hope Cemetery to commemorate the historic cemetery's 175th anniversary at 1:30 … [Read more...]
The Center for Dispute Settlement seeks Award Nominees
LIVINGSTON COUNTY — The Center for Dispute Settlement is seeking award nominees for this year’s Annual Awards Luncheon. Organizations and individuals are honored every year for their initiative to uphold the Center for Dispute Settlement goal to peacefully resolve family, school, workplace, and community related conflicts before any legal action is required. “Our charge is to mediate the needs of real people when conflicts arise and help … [Read more...]
Tracking Fall Foliage by Trolley and Train
RUSH — Enjoy the autumn colors of upstate New York from the windows of an electric trolley car and a diesel train’s caboose. As this trolley ride is the only one offered in New York State, the combined New York State Museum of Transportation and the Rochester and Genesee Valley Railroad Museum invites New Yorkers to come and enjoy the fall foliage as the museums bring history back to life. During the ride, passengers will be able to view … [Read more...]
Drive-thru Restaurants, a Possibility in Honeoye Falls
HONEOYE FALLS — The Village of Honeoye Falls is considering changing their code to allow for drive thru restaurants in the Village of Honeoye Falls. The Village Board meeting room was at capacity, filled with residents who spoke very eloquently both for and against the issue. Currently, the Village code does not permit restaurants with drive-thru windows. "I appreciated the respect all had for one another. I would like to see positive business … [Read more...]
The Village of Scottsville presents, Family Fun Festival
SCOTTSVILLE -- The Scottsville Family Fun Festival is set to be very entertaining for the whole family from sunup until sundown. Scottsville’s Annual Summer Festival will be held at Johnson’s Park on Saturday, August 17 from 7:00 a.m. until 9:00 p.m. The festival will include a plethora of exciting events for the whole family including a Kids Fishing Derby on Oatka Creek, basketball and volleyball tournaments, a skateboarding class, … [Read more...]
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