PERRY- The 8th Annual Perry Chalk Art Festival drew a huge, happy crowd to Perry on Saturday. Plenty of folks came out for the sunshine and an excuse to doodle on the sidewalk, but there were also chalk art contests and special awards for really eye-catching work, including cash prizes for first place winners. Festival attendance was estimated at 2,200, and according to Festival coordinator Meghan Hauser, the artwork was better than ever. This … [Read more...]
Tea Party Lands in Livingston County, Shakes Up Political Landscape
LIVINGSTON COUNTY — The Tea Party registered as a political organization in Livingston County on Tuesday, deeply changing the political atmosphere in the Genesee Valley. Andrew Keiffer, 42, was the first in to approach Judy Campanella, New York State Coordinator for Tea Party Patriots, about setting up a Tea Party office in Livingston County. Keiffer, who states that he is the Chairman of the Republican Party in West Sparta, hopes that local … [Read more...]
Geneseo Residents ‘Uncomfortable’ with Soldiers Training in Village
GENESEO — Village Trustee Ben Gajewski recently brought to the Geneseo Village Board's attention that village residents have voiced concerns to him over soldiers from the 108th New York State National Guard Unit, based in Geneseo, conducting patrolling exercises through the village. "There are some people seriously concerned that there are men walking around in front of their homes with weapons," Gajewski told the GeneseeSun.com. The 108th … [Read more...]
Tension Over Geneseo SummerFest Vendor Insurance
GENESEO — Drama has erupted over the annual Geneseo Summer Festival in recent months due to s split between the Village of Geneseo and the Geneseo Merchants Association over an insurance policy dispute that the Village is now requiring vendors to have this year. In June, the Geneseo Merchants Association (GMA) announced that it would not be organizing vendors for this weekend's festival in the Village of Geneseo. According to the GMA, this was … [Read more...]
Gary Flemke, Killer of Hemlock Mother, Sentenced for Brutal Murder
LIVINGSTON COUNTY- Gary C. Flemke, 61, was sentenced Tuesday morning in front of tearful family members in the Livingston County courthouse for shooting his wife, Marcia Flemke, 58, three times with a shotgun, and covering her body in lime in an attempt to cover his tracks. Flemke will spend 20 years to life in state prison. Numerous family members appeared in court to support Marcia's son and older sister, both of whom gave statements … [Read more...]
Veteran Dies Month After Induction to Hall of Fame
OLEAN- Retired Army Air Forces Captain Louis Zamperini passed away on Wednesday in his home in Los Angeles, California, at the age of 97. Zamperini was just inducted into the New York State Senate Veterans Hall of Fame on May 20 for his service during WWII, his accomplishments as an Olympic track star, and his career as a motivational speaker. Allegedly, Zamperini had pneumonia and his health faded fast. “Our nation lost a great World War … [Read more...]
Three Shooting Suspects in Costody after Manhunt in Lima
LIMA- Three men believed to be connected with a shooting late Monday night in Bath, Steuben County, are now in custody at the New York State Police barracks in Mt. Morris. The three arrests followed a seven-hour manhunt by State Police, SWAT teams and K9 units after the suspects' vehicle allegedly crashed into a fire hydrant and road sign around 12:30am Tuesday morning in Lima, and the occupants fled on foot. New York State police did not … [Read more...]
Holiday DWI Crackdown set in motion
GENESEO - Livingston County Sheriff is warning the community to be safe and plan ahead if you plan to drink alcohol, as they plan a DWI crackdown during the holiday weekend. Monday, the Livingston County Sheriff's Office and Sheriff Thomas J. Dougherty announced the annual DWI crackdown on roads will be in effect from July 3rd July 7th. Residents of the Livingston County will see increased patrols from Avon PD, Caledonia PD, Dansville PD, … [Read more...]
Furry Friend of the Week: Onyx
PERRY- Going to the Dogs Rescue is looking for a good home for Onyx, a black and brown miniature pinscher mix. Onyx, born in July of 2013, was a beloved and pampered dog for someone who allegedly had more dogs than they could properly provide for. "He is just the sweetest little guy," says the Rescue, "he's looking for someone who loves to cuddle." Rather than abandon Onyx to a shelter, the previous owner surrendered him to Going to the … [Read more...]
Get Your Mop Ready, Flood Watch for Western New York
LIVINGSTON COUNTY - The National Weather Service has issued a Flash Flood Watch, to be effective until 2am on Wednesday. Livingston County is near the center of the watch area, which also includes Allegany, Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, Genesee, Monroe, Niagara, Erie, Orleans and Wyoming counties. According to the Weather Service, showers and thunderstorms will develop in a warm, humid airmass this afternoon and tonight. The Service added that … [Read more...]
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