GENESEO – A couple of graduates from SUNY Geneseo gave a $500,000 gift to the College 'in support of several initiatives within the college’s strategic plan that enhance the quality of the educational experience students receive at Geneseo.' According to a press release from SUNY Geneseo, the gift from Kevin Gavagan (1975) and Nancy Gavagan (1976) will provide endowments for three areas of the college: a $100,000 scholarship fund for incoming … [Read more...]
Avon Inn Could Receive $500K for Homecoming Contractor’s Restoration
AVON – One of the Village's historical flagships could receive a half a million-dollar facelift at the hands of one of the Inn's former residents. The Village of Avon unanimously voted to formally apply for a $500,000 grant as part of the Restore NY Communities Initiative on Friday, Sept. 30. The money, if granted, would help Avon native and contractor Jim Krause and his wife Jennifer breathe new life into the 106-year-old Inn as full-time … [Read more...]
Dansville and Springwater Awarded $500K Each to Rejuvinate Homes
LIVINGSTON COUNTY – Dansville and Springwater were each awarded $500,000 this week from New York State to improve, rehabilitate, and repair local homes. Dansville Mayor Peter Vogt said that the improving housing in the Village benefits the entire community. "I'm ecstatic, I like anything that helps our property owners and community members," said Vogt. "It will certainly help lower-income property owners, and improving properties expands … [Read more...]