GENESEO – The National Warplane Museum announced Friday evening that Operation Build Up will give away a car to an unsuspecting U.S. Military at the upcoming airshow on Big Tree Road. Justin Cogswell, CEO and founder of Operation Build Up, will parachute onto the airfield in Geneseo July 15 to deliver the keys for a donated vehicle to an as yet unnamed veteran. "We are thrilled at the opportunity to support Operation Build Up and the work … [Read more...]
Cops Bust Teen for Serving Free Sandwich and Cheese in Geneseo
GENESEO – The Geneseo Police Department arrested a Subway employee on a misdemeanor charge for allegedly giving away a block of cheese and a sandwich for free. According to a press release from Geneseo Police Chief Eric Osganian, a 19-year-old from Amherst was arrested for misdemeanor Petit Larceny. She is alleged to have given away a block of cheese and a sub for free from the Subway on (Rte. 20A) Lakeville Road. "She said it was a friend … [Read more...]
Firefighters Free Trapped Victim from West Sparta Christmas Eve Rollover
UPDATE: Firefighters Free Trapped Victim from West Sparta Christmas Eve Rollover WEST SPARTA – Firefighters recovered a person who was trapped in a vehicle the morning of Christmas Eve. According to first responders, an emergency call at 5:11 a.m. reported a one-car accident at McKay Road and Hartman Road with an occupant trapped in the vehicle. Firefighters extracted the person and took them to a safe landing zone for a medical … [Read more...]
Expert Gives Tips to Battle Bats, Bugs and Unwelcome Critters at Chip Holt Nature Center
LAKEVILLE – A special presenter at the Chip Holt Nature Center will arm you with the knowledge to keep unwanted animals and bugs out of your house this spring. According to a press release from the Chip Holt Nature Center, local expert Phil West will be shedding some light on bugs, bats, chipmunks, and other pests that give homeowners grief. This free program will be help on Friday, March 4 from 7 to 8 p.m. at The Chip Holt Nature Center in … [Read more...]
Claim Your Free Trees to Fortify Genesee River’s Streams
LIVINGSTON COUNTY – The NYS DEC's Trees for Tribs program is offering free native trees and shrubs to any property owner looking to fortify and ecologically diversify their streams. According to a press release from Genesee River Basin Trees for Tribs, the goal is for property owners and volunteers to plant 15,000 trees and shrubs in four major areas within the Genesee River Basin, including the main stem of the Genesee River from Mount Morris … [Read more...]
Noyes Offers Free Talk on Preventing Deadly Stroke
DANSVILLE – Noyes Health will host a free education workshop, Stroke Basics, about the prevention, symptoms, and treatment of strokes, in partnership with the Genesee Valley Health Partnership. According to a press release from Noyes Health, the program will be led by Ann Leonhardt University of Rochester Medical Center Stroke Center. "Someone in the US has a stroke approximately every 40 seconds," says a public service announcement from … [Read more...]
Vets Get Free Steak at Fireman’s Clubhouse
LAKEVILLE — This Veterans Day, Tuesday, November 11, the Lakeville Fireman's Exempt Club will be hosting a free steak dinner for all veterans. Accompanying friends and family are encouraged to join in the celebration, but, due to limited supplies, steak will be reserved for veterans only. Family will still be provided with a free hot dog dinner. This community event, initiated and supported by charitable local business owners Les, Matt, and … [Read more...]