Staff Report

August 15th is International Homeless Animals Day, and because of that, Ontario County Humane Society is putting the spotlight on the 14 dogs and cats at the shelter still in need of loving forever homes ... more

Sheriff Ron Spike provided another update on the serious horse-and-buggy crash that occurred on Monday around 5:20 p.m. on East Sherman Hollow Road. He says that the investigation concluded that no impairment, distraction, or unsafe ... more

New York State Police say a trooper and three civilians were transported to a local hospital after a three-car crash along I-88 in Otsego County on Monday. Around 5:06 p.m. a trooper had a vehicle ... more

Public health officials in Ontario County are warning residents about a small cluster of Coronavirus cases at the Tim Horton's on North Road. That location, in Canandaigua, has seen three positive COVID-19 cases. All of ... more

While state and regional leaders contend with systemic failures inside nursing homes and policies that some say led to increased deaths during the Coronavirus Pandemic, advocates say change is needed, otherwise facilities will shut down ... more

On Tuesday, Governor Andrew Cuomo signed legislation requiring passengers over 16 to wear a seatbelt in the back seat of vehicles. The legislation was first proposed in February, and approved by the legislature two months ... more

Governor Andrew M. Cuomo announced proposed changes to the financing tools New York makes available to municipalities that will prioritize Environmental Justice areas for water infrastructure projects. The changes would help address the historic inequities ... more

Governor Andrew M. Cuomo signed legislation prohibiting housing providers from discriminating against a person who relies on an animal for assistance alleviating symptoms or the effects of a disability. Housing providers must now provide a ... more

On Tuesday, Governor Andrew Cuomo announced that two additional states and Virgin Islands meet the metrics to qualify for the travel advisory requiring individuals who have traveled to New York from those areas, all of ... more

The Steuben County Sheriff's Office reports the arrest ofa 39-year-old Corning resident following an investigation into a reported gunshot wound. Sheriff Allard says deputies executed a search warrant at a camper in the town of ... more

This week the Cayuga County Health Department reported seven new cases of the Novel Coronavirus. On Monday, the County saw its highest single-day total of new, confirmed cases since May. Public Health Director Kathleen Cuddy ... more

Martin K. Birmingham, President and CEO of Five Star Bank, announced this week the first phase of Five Star Bank’s branch reopening plan will start with the return to full in-person banking services and the ... more

One of Seneca County's largest employers will see an expansion in Seneca Falls after a 6-0 approval for a package of incentives by the Industrial Development Agency. The Seneca County Industrial Development Agency voted 6-0 ... more

Two fire districts in Seneca County are weighing the possibility of joining forces. The towns of Waterloo and Fayette, and the village of Waterloo are exploring the possibility of merging to form a joint-district. All ... more

A public school in the midwest has sparked debate around dress code, remote learning, and school's ability to enforce those items as the new school year approaches. In early August, the Springfield Public School District ... more

Police say a Canandaigua woman was arrested on a variety of charges after a domestic incident in the city. Heather Smith, 35, of Canandaigua was charged with criminal obstruction of breathing, criminal mischief, and two ... more

Police report the arrest of a 25-year-old after they were observed traveling 74 mph on Eastern Boulevard in Canandaigua. Gretchen Livings, 25, of Canandaigua was charged with felony DWI, felony driving with a BAC over ... more

A 25-year-old Canandaigua man was taken into custody after nearly running over three people while driving drunk. Police say Julian Cooper, 25, of Canandaigua was charged with felony DWI, felony AUO, operating without an interlock ... more

The Wayne County Sheriff's Office reports the arrest of a Marion man following a domestic incident. Bradley Burdick, 33, was charged with criminal mischief after punching holes in walls, throwing the contents from his fridge, ... more

The Wayne County Sheriff's Office reports the arrest of a Marion man following a domestic incident. William Vibbert, 40, was charged with harassment after grabbing his girlfriend's arm during an argument. Deputies say he left ... more

The Wayne County Sheriff's Office reports the arrest of a Wolcott man following an investigation into a vehicle larceny. Deputies arrested John Leflore, 20, of Wolcott on one count of grand larceny. He's accused of ... more