LIVINGSTON COUNTY – Local kids got a refresher on outdoor safety tips from the Cornell Cooperative Extension in anticipation of summer. According to a press release from the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Livingston County, the Child Safety Fair on March 24 at the Geneseo Central Elementary School had over 400 attendees. The event featured interactive stations that encouraged discussion on a variety of topics including child passenger, … [Read more...]
Mount Morris Summer Rec Program Enters 4th Year
MOUNT MORRIS — The Cornell Cooperative Extension of Livingston County has continued their Summer Recreations contract with the Village of Mount Morris for their fourth consecutive year. According to a press release from Cornell Cooperative Extension, from July 10 to Aug. 18 the Mount Morris Summer Recreation Program will take place at Bellamy Park. "Just like previous years, Cornell Cooperative Extension of Livingston County will offer … [Read more...]
Child Passenger Safety Week Delivers Seat Checks and Giveaways
LIVINGSTON COUNTY — The Cornell Cooperative Extension's Traffic Safety Education Program is collaborating with several Livingston County agencies to hold events promoting National Child Passenger Safety Week, which runs from Sept. 17 to Sept. 24. According to a press release from CCE Livingston County, the week includes two child passenger safety seat checks, a booster seat giveaway, and a 'lunch and learn' event. The booster seat giveaway … [Read more...]
CCE Livingston County Recreation Program Sets Summer Dates
MOUNT MORRIS – The Mount Morris Summer Recreation Program dates have been set for the Summer of 2016. The Mount Morris Summer Recreation Program will take place July 5 to August 12 at Bellamy Park. This is the third consecutive year that Cornell Cooperative Extension of Livingston County has been awarded the contract by the Village of Mount Morris. “We are excited to provide the Mount Morris Summer Recreation program again this year,” said … [Read more...]
CCE Revs Engines for Tractor Workshops
NYLON — The Cornell Cooperative Extension (CCE) of Allegany County is offering two workshops to the public regarding farm machinery and mandatory youth tractor safety training. The first workshop, titled 'Used Machinery Evaluation Clinic', takes places on April 21 from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Allegany County Fair Grounds in Angelica. The topics that will be discussed in this workshop include: the pros and cons of purchasing used or previously … [Read more...]
Bring Your Dirt to Soil and Veggie Talk in Allegany County
NYLON – A soil expert is coming to Fillimore, Allegany County, to talk dirty...about soil. According to a press release from CCE of Allegany County, expert Carol MacNeil will is their guest presenter at "Understanding and Managing Soils for Top Vegetable Production," which will be Friday, April 15 from 1p.m. to 3 p.m. on the property of Roy and Sylvia Stutzman at 10501 Rogers Road, Fillmore, NY. "Soil is made up of minerals, live and dead … [Read more...]
Experts to Teach Rural Landowners Basic Forestry
NYLON — The Cornell Cooperative Extension (CCE) is offering a workshop for rural landowners to manage their forests and optimize the diversity and health of their property. According to a press release from the Cornell Cooperative Extension, The 24th Annual Rural Landowner Workshop will take place on March 5 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Pioneer Central School in Yorkshire, NY. The opening session will be Birding in the Southern Tier with Craig … [Read more...]
Got Beef? CCE Hosts Workshop on Cow Health
LIVINGSTON COUNTY – The Cornell Cooperative Extension (CCE) of Livingston County will host an informative workshop for farmers who want to improve their cow game. According to a press release from CCE, Amy Cornwell, event sponsor and Territory Business Manager with Zoetis, will talk about vaccines to consider in the development of an effective cow or calf operation and a pre-conditioning (weaning) health program. "Prevention is key to beef … [Read more...]
CCE Livingston County Prevents Child Injuries with Seat Check at Noyes
LIVINGSTON COUNTY – Cornell Cooperative Extension of Livingston County's (CCE) Traffic Safety Education Program is collaborating with other Livingston County agencies to hold several events promoting the focus of this campaign. According to a press release from CCE, Certified Child Passenger Safety Technicians will teach and instruct on the use of car seats, booster seats, and seat belts for children, culminating with a National Seat Check … [Read more...]
Child Safety Fair Set for April 25
Reading this on your phone or tablet? Download our new app on Google Play and the Apple store. LIVINGSTON COUNTY – The County is readying for the day of remembering one of the most important demographics of citizens to protect and care for: children. The 13th annual Child Safety Fair is scheduled for Saturday, April 25 from 10 a.m. to noon at the Dansville Central School Elementary Gym. The day includes many popular family safety … [Read more...]