GENESEO — Oak Street residents are concerned that flooding issues are sinking the value of their properties. Two property owners, Kurt Christiansen and Ellen Herzman, brought the issue to the Geneseo Village Board Monday night, stating their concerns and looking for guidance on their rights to remediate their properties. "These issues are on the Village's wish list but there are other projects that take precedence," said Geneseo Village … [Read more...]
Neighborhood Tradition in Memorial Street Sign Decorating
GENESEO – Coasting down Oak or Second Streets in the Village of Geneseo at night, and one sign post will really stand out. The sign post at the Oak and Second Street intersection in the Village of Geneseo is completely covered in lights, garlands, and Christmas ornaments, as per the Christmas tradition of that neighborhood. Local residents say they first started decorating the sign post in secret in 1988, and now the decorating is a full-blown … [Read more...]
Thief Cashes in on Unlocked Cars in Geneseo
GENESEO – Four cars were burglarized Tuesday night in the Village of Geneseo. All of the vehicles were left unlocked with GPS devices, credit cards, and money inside. The Geneseo Police Department is investigating, but Police Chief Eric Osganian reminds residents to lock up their belongings at night. "It is always unfortunate when this happens because it is often preventable," said Chief Osganian. "It does happen every once in awhile. We … [Read more...]