NYLON – National Police Week begins Monday with thousands congregating to Washington D.C. for a growing series of events to honor law enforcement officers and the sacrifices they make for public safety. Livingston County Sheriff Thomas Dougherty tweeted his thanks for the members of his office's Police Services Division. "It is National Police Week! I ask that you join me in thanking the Deputy Sheriffs assigned to the Police Services … [Read more...]
NYLON – The DEC prohibits transporting ash wood in an expanded area to counter the spread of the invasive emerald ash borer. “The expanded Restricted Zone for the destructive pest Emerald Ash Borer will help to slow the spread of this tree-killing beetle, protecting millions of ash trees in New York,” said DEC Commissioner Basil Seggos. “DEC will continue our efforts to slow the spread of this beetle and do what we can to help communities … [Read more...]
NYLON – The Democratic chairs of the eight counties comprising the 27th Congressional District are calling on anyone interested in running against incumbent Republican Chris Collins to contact them to prepare to run. A press release from the Democratic Chairs from the eight counties which comprise New York's 27th congressional district announces their new initiative, 'Turn 27 Blue,' a joint effort with grassroots groups to identify and prepare … [Read more...]
NYLON – New York State's deer are free of a disease that decimates wild herds across the country. According to a press release from the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC), none of the more than 2,400 white-tailed deer they tested last season were positive for Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD). Since 2002, DEC has tested more than 40,000 wild white-tailed deer for CWD. “Preventing the introduction of Chronic Wasting … [Read more...]
NYLON – New York State is investigating RG&E's and NYSEG's response to early March's wind storm and asking for the public comments. According to a press release from the New York State Department of Public Service, they will hold four public statement hearings to receive public comment on Rochester Gas and Electric Corporation’s (RG&E) and New York State Electric & Gas Corporation’s (NYSEG) preparation for and response to the … [Read more...]
NYLON – The water in Naples Creek was clear and fast running Thursday morning. Many arrived early to get the best spots to view the shocking of the trout. Standing on the bridge or nearby for 30 to 45 minutes was cold; feet and hands were especially well chilled. The crowd was 200 to 300 individuals, including many school age children brought by bus. At 9 a.m., DEC technicians waded into the creek about 300 to 400 yards downstream from the … [Read more...]
WAYLAND — Contract furniture manufacturer Gunlocke Company LLC was named one of 12 state businesses allocated a shared total of 6.45 megawatts of lower-cost economic development power, as part of the latest round of the ReCharge New York (RNY) Program. According to a press release from the New York Senate, Gunlocke will be awarded an individual RNY power allocation of 1,680 kilowatts. The award is estimated to help the 100 year old industry … [Read more...]
NYLON – New York State Police arrested a Wayland woman on a felony burglary charge for allegedly breaking into a stranger's house and stealing. According to a press release from New York State Police, Nichole Gailey, 36, was arrested for felony Burglary in the Second Degree. On Feb. 20, a person reported to Troopers that the day before at about 2:30 p.m., an 'unknown female' was inside his residence. The complainant said that the woman did … [Read more...]
BROCKPORT – The SUNY Geneseo Indoor Track and Field team competed at SUNY Brockport this past weekend for the SUNYAC Championships. Friday night got the ball rolling, with many athletes qualifying for final heats in their events. Some of the bigger news took place in the distance events. The Knights took the top 5 spots in the Men's 5000m run, while the Women claimed spots 1, 2, and 4. The Women also claimed the win in the Distance Medley … [Read more...]
NYLON – The men charged with the negligent deaths of two children at Letchworth State Park last year pled guilty to felony charges. According to our news partner News10NBC, Tyler Jennings, 34, and Chad Staley, 32, pled guilty to felony Criminally Negligent Homicide. Both men could face a maximum sentence of 1 1/3 to 4 years in prison. On June 11, 2016, five children and two adults were in the restricted area at Letchworth State Park when … [Read more...]