GENESEO – SUNY Geneseo says that they will be using nonlethal scare tactics, some of which might be noticed in the Village nearby, to move large flocks of crows whose droppings could cause some problems on campus. According to an email to the College community by Darlene Necaster, SUNY Geneseo's Environmental Health and Safety Officer, the big birds' droppings are a health concern. The College's Facilities Services and students and faculty with … [Read more...]
WATCH: York Has a Field Day
NOTE: An earlier version of this story incorrectly said that York's fireworks were rained out last year. Readers pointed out that they were in fact rained out two years ago. We apologise for the error and have corrected the story. YORK – The York/Leicester Field Days was an explosive success after getting rained out two years ago. The weather looked hairy for a minute there. The fireworks were originally scheduled for Saturday but rain … [Read more...]
York Fireworks Rescheduled for Sunday
YORK The rain pushed York/Leicester Field Days' fireworks to Sunday. The weather looked like it would hold out, but a second shower Saturday afternoon forced organizers to make the call. Sunday, the crowd will gather at York Central School grounds at Rtes. 63 and 36 starting at 7 p.m. There will be games, prizes, music, face-painting and refreshments until dusk, when the fireworks go up. … [Read more...]
York/Leicester Field Days a ‘Go’ for Saturday Night
UPDATE: Rains pushed the fireworks to Sunday. YORK – As of about noon Saturday, the 64th York/Leicester Field Days and fireworks are on as planned. The crowd will gather at York Central School grounds at Rtes. 63 and 36 starting at 7 p.m. There will be games, prizes, music, face-painting and refreshments until dusk, when the fireworks go up. If the weather does turn sour, the rain date is July 2. … [Read more...]
Friday Thunderstorms Could Stop Dry Spell in Time for Fireworks
LIVINGSTON COUNTY – National weather forecasts predict that about one-fifth of an inch of rain will fall on Livingston County during Friday's much anticipated thunderstorms. According to the National Weather Service, it will most likely rain after 3 p.m. on Friday. This rain, though not much, could curb hot, dry conditions that can pose a risk of fire during July 3 and 4 fireworks displays. On Friday there is a slight chance of showers … [Read more...]
Firework Purchasing Sites Popping up in Livingston County
LIVINGSTON COUNTY – With Independence Day right around the corner, Livingston County is making sure to be fully prepared for the festivities. A proper 4th of July celebration is not complete without fireworks illuminating the sky. To give the community ample opportunities to get in the spirit, Livingston County is offering various places where those over 18 can purchase fireworks. Below is an inexhaustive list of several companies selling … [Read more...]
York’s Fireworks to Return on July 1
YORK – The York/Leicester Field Day Association announced that the annual fireworks display is scheduled for July 1. According to the Town of York's website, a rain date is set for July 2. In 2015, record-breaking rainfalls for the month of June turned the athletic fields to mud. The 2015 show was rescheduled and later cancelled because the field was too soft. The field is at the corner of Rtes. 63 and 36 in Greigsville. … [Read more...]
Launching Roman Candles at Others Lands Student with Menacing Charge
Reading this on your phone or tablet? Download our new app on Google Play and the Apple store. GENESEO – A young man who was arrested last week after allegedly lighting off illegal fireworks at other people has been additionally charged with Menacing after Geneseo Police have coordinated with the Livingston County District Attorney's Office about the incident. According to Geneseo Police Chief Eric Osganian, Officer Travis Lana arrested … [Read more...]
Ring of Fire Community Fireworks Show to Benefit Warrior Salute
CONESUS — Following the tradition of the past 18 years, Charles Smith of Smith Lumber is collecting private donations for the annual July 3rd fireworks show on the Northern Shores of Conesus Lake. In addition to offsetting the cost of pyrotechnics, ten percent of these donations will go to Warrior Salute, a charity for American veterans from Webster. According to Charles Smith, the July 3rd firework show is actually a much longer standing … [Read more...]
Spectacular fireworks light up Conesus Lake
CONESUS -- The Conesus Lake July 3rd ring of fire and fireworks show lit up the lake and sky. Dave Pietrowski hosted one of many parties on July 3, but his party was unique among the rest as his party hosted the fireworks display for the entire lake. “I was concerned that no one else would do it,” Pietrowski said. Since 2001, Pietrowski has been hosting this party and donations are asked from the residents of the north side of Conesus Lake, … [Read more...]