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Geneva shop relocating to Eastview Mall

Geneva shop relocating to Eastview Mall
A popular Geneva shop is moving to a larger venue at Eastview Mall, according to the Finger Lakes Times. Rooted by Amberg, along with its partner businesses, will close its Geneva location next month and ... more
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PRIMARY RESULTS: Crane, Hilkert advance in SF, while MacBride leads over Ritts

Absentee ballot requests fumbled by unclear state regs, results in thousands being told to reapply before Election Day
Republicans Wendy Crane and Kenneth Hilkert finished first and second in Tuesday’s five-way race for two Seneca Falls Town Council nominations, early results show. Crane led with 241 votes, followed by Hilkert with 189. Mason ... more
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Geneva police arrest scam suspect in $80K larceny case

Geneva police arrest scam suspect in $80K larceny case
A Pennsylvania man was arrested in Geneva on Tuesday after police say he scammed a local resident out of $80,000 by pretending to be a federal agent. Abhishek Rameshbh Patel, 25, of Kingston, Pennsylvania, was ... more
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Ontario County DMV announces new summer hours

Ontario County DMV announces new summer hours
The Ontario County Department of Motor Vehicles in Canandaigua has announced adjusted summer hours, effective immediately, according to a release from County Clerk Jean Chrisman. The DMV office at 20 Ontario Street will now operate ... more
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Shannon Kelley named principal of Geneva Middle School

Shannon Kelley named principal of Geneva Middle School
Geneva Middle School Assistant Principal Shannon Kelley has been appointed principal, effective July 1, the Geneva City School District announced this week. Kelley has been a part of the middle school community for more than ... more
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FLCC’s smart tech program connects students with jobs

FLCC celebrates opening of $7.2M Sands Family Center for Allied Health at main campus
Finger Lakes Community College’s Smart Systems Technology program is proving to be a gateway to careers in high-tech industries, the Finger Lakes Times reports. Launched by Professor Sam Samanta, the program combines flexible HyFlex learning ... more
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Sexual conduct, assault cases lead Ontario County Court sentencings

Sexual conduct, assault cases lead Ontario County Court sentencings
The Ontario County District Attorney’s Office announced several significant court outcomes between June 13 and June 23, including multiple sentencings for serious felony offenses and guilty pleas in a range of criminal cases. Sentencings for ... more
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L’Occitane reopens at Eastview Mall with new look and giveaways

L'Occitane reopens at Eastview Mall with new look and giveaways
Luxury beauty brand L’OCCITANE en Provence is back at Eastview Mall—this time with a fresh new look. The French skincare and body care retailer officially reopened its doors in the Von Maur Wing, offering customers ... more
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Victor residents push back against plan to dissolve fire district

Victor residents push back against plan to dissolve fire district
A packed Victor Town Board meeting saw residents and firefighters unite in defense of the Fishers Fire District, which faces possible dissolution due to projected financial instability. The district’s board voted to explore dismantling the ... more
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Clifton Springs firefighters battle back-to-back blazes in busy week

Clifton Springs firefighters battle back-to-back blazes in busy week
Volunteers with the Clifton Springs Fire Department faced a demanding week as they responded to two structure fires in just over a week, tackling dangerous conditions and coordinating with multiple agencies to protect their community ... more
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Upstate New York’s 20 best public beaches ranked for summer 2025

Kershaw Beach in Canandaigua closes early this year due to staffing shortage
Looking for the perfect summer escape? A new list from Syracuse.com ranks the top 20 public beaches across Upstate New York for 2025, showcasing everything from hidden gems to family favorites. Top-Ranked Beaches in Upstate ... more
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Wyckoff Family Foundation awards $455K in 2025 grants

Wyckoff Family Foundation awards $455K in 2025 grants
The Wyckoff Family Foundation has announced its 2025 grant recipients, awarding a total of $455,000 to 23 local organizations dedicated to enriching the lives of children in Geneva. The grants support a broad range of ... more
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Legislators pass bill to rename Route 21 for TSgt Kory Wade

Legislators pass bill to rename Route 21 for TSgt Kory Wade
A stretch of highway in Ontario County will soon bear the name of a fallen airman, thanks to legislation passed by Assemblyman Jeff Gallahan and Senator Pam Helming. The bill, introduced as A.6584B by Gallahan ... more
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Emily Debolt named new head of Canandaigua Lake Watershed Association

Emily Debolt named new head of Canandaigua Lake Watershed Association
The Canandaigua Lake Watershed Association has announced Emily Debolt as its new executive director, bringing decades of leadership in lake protection and environmental education to the organization. Debolt officially began the role on June 16 ... more
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Burdett man flees after Canandaigua motel assault: 16-year-old victim injured

Burdett man flees after Canandaigua motel assault: 16-year-old victim injured
A 51-year-old Burdett man has been arrested following a violent incident involving a juvenile at a Canandaigua motel, according to the Ontario County Sheriff's Office. Benjamin M. Alger was taken into custody on June 21 ... more
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Geneva creates assistant city manager role in leadership shakeup

Property assessments create concerns for residents in Geneva as values spike
The City of Geneva is restructuring its leadership team, introducing a new Assistant City Manager position aimed at strengthening partnerships and streamlining services across key departments. City Manager Amie Hendrix announced the change in a ... more
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Drug convictions mark progress in Finger Lakes crackdown

Ontario County Courthouse
Two major drug cases in Ontario County are being highlighted by prosecutors as a win against regional narcotics activity, according to the Finger Lakes Times. A Canandaigua man has been indicted on 23 charges, while ... more
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Ontario County Marine honored for lifetime of service

Ontario County Marine honored for lifetime of service
A Vietnam veteran from Bristol has been inducted into the State Senate Veterans Hall of Fame, according to the Democrat and Chronicle. David Brisbane, a retired Marine Corps corporal, was honored for decades of military ... more
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Denny’s closes Canandaigua restaurant without warning

Denny’s closes Canandaigua restaurant without warning
The Denny’s on Eastern Boulevard in Canandaigua has closed suddenly, marking the second time the location has shut down, according to the Finger Lakes Times. Employees say they received little notice before Thursday’s closure. The ... more
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