OSWEGO – The SUNY Geneseo Cross Country teams competed at the Oswego Invitational this past weekend. The teams turned in another set of great performances, with the women winning and the men placing third. "I am very pleased with both teams' performances," said Head Coach Dan Moore. "They came off two very big training weeks, along with the academic rigor really picking up in the classrooms. They appear to be adjusting to the college … [Read more...]
Irwin Will Not Seek Re-Election and ‘Will Not Fall in Line’
GENESEO – Town Council member Roberta Irwin says that she will not seek re-election in November and will not automatically endorse the Republican candidates for Town Board. In response to those who encourage her to run for the now open Town Council seat vacated by her former board member, Jerry Wrubel, Irwin released the following statement: "After eight years as a Geneseo town Board member I have decided not to seek re-election. Although … [Read more...]
All Invited to Run Alongside Bergen 5K’s Elites
NYLON – The Bergen Road Race, which serves as the 2017 USATF Niagara 5km Open & Masters Championships, will soon draw local elites to the starting line. The race, also known as the Jenny Kuzma Memorial 5K run, is Saturday, Aug. 12. The race has a reputation of attracting the best of the best, but runners of all levels are encouraged to participate. "I want everyone to show up" said Race Director Eric Boyce. While the race is open to … [Read more...]
Avon’s Former Court Clerk Jan Cole Runs for Town Justice
AVON – Avon resident and retired court clerk Jan Cole is running for Town Justice. Cole was court clerk for 26 years before retiring and now serves as clerk for several departments within the justice system. "I can switch hats and work as clerk if need be," said Cole. "That's not something anyone walking into this job will know." Cole clerks as need be for the Livingston County Public Defender's Office, Livingston County District … [Read more...]
Michalski Runs for Avon Town Justice
AVON – Jeannie Michalski announced her candidacy for Town Justice. She says that her experience as a former Monroe County Prosecutor and former contracting conflict defender for Livingston County would serve her well on the bench. "I've been an attorney for 18 years," said Michalski. "I've prosecuted in town courts and defended clients in both misdemeanor and felony matters. I don't know if an attorney has ever been a Town Justice in … [Read more...]
SUNY Geneseo Graduation Pushes Strollin’ for the Colon to Highland Park
GENESEO – For the first time in its 6-year history, the bigger and better than ever Strollin' for the Colon 5K will not be at Village Park but away from Main Street at Highland Park. Members of the Geneseo Village Board said that the change is due to the event's scheduling conflict with SUNY Geneseo's graduation ceremonies which occur the same day, May 13. Tina Cottone, a main organizer of the event since its beginning, says that the stroll … [Read more...]
Norm Zeh Announces Run for Dansville Village Board
DANSVILLE – Norm Zeh announced that he will throw his name in the hat for Dansville Village Trustee in the March election. Current Trustees Richard LeBar and Richard Whitenack are up for re-election on March 21. "I am happy to announce, that after lengthy consideration, I have decided to run for the Dansville Village Board," posted Zeh. "I look forward to serving the community that I have called home since 1995, but I will need your … [Read more...]
Deputies Tase Sly Crook in Avon Chase from Crack Car
AVON – The Livingston County Sheriff's Office tased and arrested a Rochester man who allegedly decided to run from a parked car while Deputies were taking him into custody. According to a press release from Sheriff Thomas Dougherty, Jerome Brandon, 42, was arrested for felony Promoting Prison Contraband in the First Degree, two counts of Criminal Possession of Controlled Substance in the Seventh Degree, Criminal Impersonation in the Second … [Read more...]
Spring Fever puts Conesus’ Pike and Walleye in the Mood
CONESUS – Spring is putting that feeling in the air...and water. The lake's pike and walleye are making their annual spawning runs this week at the south end of the lake. The fierce Northern Pike and delicious walleye are both in the peak of their breeding season this week. Both species are swimming over obstacles and into shallow water chasing their instinct to breed. According to the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation … [Read more...]
Prance, Dance and Dash to Avon’s Reindeer Games 5K and Luminaries on Sunday
AVON – Red noses or not, all are welcome to join in the Reindeer Games this year to run the 5K, to be followed by the resurgence of the traditional candle luminaries on sidewalks and curbs throughout the village. According to event organizer Michael Miron, the second annual Reindeer Games 5K will kick off at the Avon Driving Park at 1 p.m. on Dec 20, and run through the fitness trails at the Downs. "I'm hoping for snow so … [Read more...]