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...]
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...]
New York State Police Announce Start of “Speed Week”
GENESEO— The New York State Police Department urges drivers to slow down and pay more attention to the road as they begin the "Speed Week" enforcement campaign. The campaign will run from June 7 until June 13, during which troopers will be using both marked State Police vehicles as well as Concealed Identity Traffic Enforcement (CITE) vehicles. "Our top priority, as with all traffic enforcement, is safety," said New York State Police … [Read more...]
Remains of Glazer Plane Found off Jamaican Coast
NYLON – The bodies of loved Rochester developers and entrepreneurs Larry and Jane Glazer have been recovered off the coast of Jamaica, along with portions of their aircraft. According to news partner 13WHAM, a statement from the family was issued Wednesday morning. Larry and Jane Glazer were on board their private plane Sept. 5 when it crashed and sank off the Jamaican coast after an apparent mechanical failure. "On September 5, 2014, the … [Read more...]
Babysitter Arrested for Horrifying Murder of 5-Year-Old
NYLON – According to our news partner 13WHAM, New York police say they're treating the death of a 5-year-old boy as a homicide after determining Tiffany VanAlstyne, 19, the boy's caretaker, lied when she told them he had been abducted from an Albany-area home by two masked men. An Amber Alert put the entire Northeast of New York State on the lookout for anything in connection to the boy's disappearance. Albany County Sheriff Craig Apple … [Read more...]
State Ups the Ante for DWI Convictions
NYLON – A new Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) law, “Vince’s Law,” took effect on November 1, which creates stricter penalties for repeat offenders. The name "Vince’s Law" pays tribute to an Vincent Russo, 82, of Onondoga County who was struck and killed by a drunk driver on his way to a Sunday morning mass in 2011. According to the Cornell University Cooperate Extension, “Vince’s Law” creates a ‘three strike’ policy for repeat offenders, extends … [Read more...]
Winning Ram Is ‘Thrice As Nice’ For Livingston County Family
LIVINGSTON – The FitzPatrick family of Shamrock Farms had great success during the New York State Fair. Their ram, Melvin (Fitz 2422), primarily received the award for Champion Ram of Merino Breed. Melvin then went on to win the Triple Champion Accolade of Best Fleece of Merino, Supreme Champion Fleece, and Supreme Champion Ram. Champion Ram of the Merino Breed is awarded for the best characteristics of the breed, Best Fleece of Merino is … [Read more...]
Suicide Awareness on the Rise in the Wake of Robin Williams’ Death
LIVINGSTON COUNTY– In the wake of Robin Williams' tragic death on Monday, people are talking more and more about the Hollywood legend's life and circumstances, and how they may have contributed to his final act. Media outlets decry his chronic depression and predisposition to substance abuse, combined in the twilight of his extraordinarily successful career, as chief factors in the manner of his untimely passing. But suicide is by no means a … [Read more...]
SUNY Backs Sexual Assault Bill
NYLON – New legislation in Albany could empower New York State's universities to better report sexual assaults on their campuses. According to WHEC Rochester News, the proposed law was announced following a student's claim of sexual assault at Hobart and William Smith. That story made headlines in the New York Times. The bill calls for new standards for counselor training and calls for an anonymous annual survey of students to provide a … [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...]