LIVONIA – The first ever arts and crafts event for the Chip Holt Nature Center at Vitale Park will breathe new life into old recycling. Up to 30 participants can create their Halloween or fall crafts with recycled or repurposed materials gathered at the Nature Center. Many locals are pitching in to gather the materials for the crafting on Oct. 27 from 7 to 8 p.m. "Some of the wood came from Smith Lumber in Lakeville, I personally had some … [Read more...]
Chip Holt Nature Center’s ‘Anything Floats’ Regatta Cruises Into Third Year
LIVONIA – Looks like the Chip Holt Nature Center was really onto something when they invited people to strap together watercraft from recycled materials and race at Vitale Park. The third annual 'Anything Floats' Regatta hits the water July 29 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. There are only three hard and fast rules: no motors, no commercial boats and no boats over 20 feet long. A full list of race rules is available here. The Conesus Lake Association … [Read more...]
First Responders Rescue Injured Ice Fisherman at Vitale Park
LIVONIA – First responders rescued a man who slipped on the ice and hit his head hard at Vitale Park Saturday morning. According to first responders on scene, the man suffered a non life-threatening head injury and was transported to a hospital. The incident occurred at roughly 8:30 a.m. A Livonia EMS ambulance transported the man. Members of the Livingston County Sheriff's Office assisted with the rescue and investigation. Livingston … [Read more...]
Live Birds of Prey Presented by Chip Holt Nature Center
LIVONIA — The Chip Holt Nature Center will be showcasing live birds of prey courtesy of bird experts with Wild Wings. The free event will feature hawks and owls on Feb. 21 at Vitale Park from 7 to 8 p.m. "Escape the winter doldrums and join us as live birds of prey are presented, as well as information about their habits and habitats," says Linda Artruc of Chip Holt Nature Center. "A great family activity during February break!" Wild … [Read more...]
Livonia’s Vitale Park to Grow Rain Garden with $25K from NYS
LIVONIA – Vitale Park is about to receive a lush rain garden courtesy of a grant from New York State. According to a press release from Livingston County, the New York Sea Grant (NYSG) in partnership with the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYS DEC) recently awarded $25,000 to the Livingston County Planning Department to install the 500-square-foot garden, two 50-gallon rain barrels, and approximately 400 feet of … [Read more...]
Sheriff: Deputies Not Clowning Around, Arrest Man for Creepy Clown Hoax
UPDATE: Details Emerge on Livonia's Bizarre Clown Prankster LIVONIA – The Livingston County Sheriff's Office arrested a Livonia man for the goof that deeply scared many people around Vitale Park and Livingston County. According to Livingston County Sheriff Thomas Dougherty, Christopher Cody Hooper, 43, was arrested for misdemeanor Falsely Reporting an Incident in the Third Degree. Livingston County residents have been thoroughly creeped out … [Read more...]
Creepy Clown Hoax in Vitale Park Terrifies Livonia
UPDATE: Sheriff: Deputies Not Clowning Around, Arrest Man for Creepy Clown Hoax UPDATE: Details Emerge on Livonia’s Bizarre Clown Prankster LIVONIA – A community member's report of a creepy clown in Vitale Park has put the Livonia community on edge. It all started when the above image was posted to Christopher Cody Hooper's Facebook page with the following warning: "Okay...so I pull up to Vitale Park tonight to walk the dogs with my … [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...]
Winners Announced for Vitale Park’s ‘Anything Floats’ Regatta
LIVONIA – Locals from on and around Conesus Lake flocked Vitale Park for the 'Anything Floats' Regatta on Saturday to support the Chip Holt Nature Center and its programs protecting the lake. Eight boats, built of recycled materials by local residents, raced in two heats of four boats each. The winners of the several awards are: First Place: 'S.S. Gabrick,' entered from Livonia by Fred Glaser, Dennis Glaser, and Emma Glaser. Second … [Read more...]
Man Tries to Take Off with Deputies at Window After Vitale Park Accident
LIVONIA – A York man was arrested on Sunday after allegedly striking a parked car in Vitale Park and attempting to back out of the situation with Sheriff's Deputies standing right next to his truck. According to a press release from Sheriff Thomas Dougherty, Chase McDonald, 31, was arrested for Aggravated DWI, Reckless Endangerment in the Second Degree, and Open Container. On July 26, 2015 at approximately 7:25 p.m. Sheriff’s Office patrols … [Read more...]