Assemblywoman Marjorie Byrnes (R,C-Caledonia) is raising concerns about the abrupt closure of correctional facilities around the state after last year’s shutdown of Livingston Correctional Facility. Gov. Cuomo’s inclusion of a 90-day notice period in his Executive Budget, rather than the former one-year phase out period, has had a devastating effect on prison employees, their families and entire communities. In his proposed budget, … [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...]
Cops Arrest Dansville Man for Meth Lab Equipment
NYLON – A Steuben County man is under arrest for allegedly possessing meth lab equipment. According to a press release from New York State Police Troop E Commander Major Richard Allen, Thomas Jacobs Jr., 39, is charged with felony Unlawful Manufacture of Methamphetamine in the Third Degree and Vehicle and Traffic Laws. The arrest stemmed from an investigation into a domestic dispute that occurred at approximately 4:30 p.m. on March 17. … [Read more...]
Vehicle Fatally Strikes Dansville Snowmobiler
NYLON – A collision with a vehicle killed one person in Genesee Falls on Saturday. According to the Wyoming County Sheriff's Office, Robert Henry, 54, is the deceased. At about 12:20 p.m., Henry was eastbound attempting to cross Rte. 19A near Denton Corner Road in the Town of Genesee Falls. A vehicle driven by a Nunda resident struck Henry. Henry was declared dead at the scene by the Wyoming County Coroner. None of the five passengers … [Read more...]
Sheriff Says Safety Measures in Place for Student Walk Out for Florida Shooting Victims
LIVINGSTON COUNTY – Sheriff Thomas Dougherty said that specific safety plans are in place for Wednesday's student walkout and voter registration campaign in memory of the victims of the Parkland, Florida shooting. High School students throughout Western New York planned a walkout and voter registration campaign to memorialize the victims of the mass shooting in Parkland, Florida. On March 14 at 10 a.m., many schools had a protest to last 17 … [Read more...]
Public Input Decides Fate of State’s Deer for Next Five Years
NYLON – A public survey is designed to steer state management of deer populations over the next five years. According to a press release from the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC), they and researchers at the Human Dimensions Research Unit at Cornell University are implementing a survey-based process for gathering information on citizens’ preferences on desired deer populations that will help DEC biologists set deer … [Read more...]
Murder Charge Jails Perry Town Board Member for Shooting
NYLON – A member of the Perry Town Board is in custody on a murder charge. Joe Mlyniec was arrested for Murder in the Second Degree. Wyoming County District Attorney Donald O'Geen says that Mlyniec allegedly shot and killed Robert Irvine III at Mlyniec's home Wednesday. O'Geen says that the investigation is ongoing and more information will be given Thursday morning. Mlyniec is held without bail for further court proceedings. NYLON … [Read more...]
DEC Says 2017’s ‘Hunting-Related Shooting Incidents’ Near Record Low
NYLON – The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation says that last year's hunting seasons had the second fewest shooting-related incidents on record. According to a press release from the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, the 2017 hunting seasons in New York had 19 hunting-related shooting incidents, the second-fewest on record. "The tradition of hunting is enjoyed by more than 500,000 New Yorkers each … [Read more...]
Scottsville’s World-Class Master Woodworker Passes at 85
NYLON – Scottsville is left with the treasured memory of one of its absolute greatest craftsmen: the internationally renowned but locally cherished Wendell Castle. According to a press release from RIT, where he was an 'Artist in Residence,' Castle passed away at his home in Scottsville on Jan. 20 at age 85. RIT called Castle the 'much-celebrated American designer and craftsman who invented a completely new way of designing and constructing … [Read more...]
Everyday Heroes Carry 35K Toys for Region’s Tots in Disasters
NYLON – The region's personnel on the front lines of crisis and disaster are carrying toys from big-hearted Marines for some of our most vulnerable citizens. Every year, the Marine Corps Coordinating Council (MCCC) collects toys for first responders and county agencies to give to kids going through a rough time in the holidays, be that a house fire, a parent or guardian being arrested, or a domestic incident. "We partner with some really … [Read more...]
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