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University of Rochester researchers warn air pollution may harm brain health
Air pollution may pose risks far beyond the lungs and heart, potentially affecting brain development in children and increasing the risk of dementia and other neurological disorders in adults, according to researchers at the University ... more
Keuka Lake Association schedules annual meeting for July 11
The Keuka Lake Association will hold its annual membership meeting next month, bringing together lake advocates, public officials and community partners to discuss issues affecting one of the Finger Lakes' most prominent waterways. The meeting ... more
Inmate charged after contacting protected person from Ontario County jail
An Ontario County Jail inmate is facing a new charge after investigators say he violated an order of protection while incarcerated. Kurtis A. Freeman, 34, was arrested June 3 and charged with second-degree criminal contempt ... more
Cayuga Sax to open summer music series in Willard
A saxophone quartet known for blending classical, jazz, pop and contemporary music will kick off the latest season of the Lake Country Hometown Music Series in Willard later this month. Cayuga Sax will perform a ... more
State opens nearly $20 million in grants for waterfronts, brownfields and planning projects
New York communities can apply for nearly $20 million in state funding to support waterfront revitalization, brownfield redevelopment and local planning initiatives through the 2026 Regional Economic Development Council process. The Department of State announced ... more
Livingston County employees complete national leadership program
Two Livingston County employees have graduated from a national leadership development program designed to strengthen management and leadership skills in county government. Probation Supervisors Michelle Jordan and Liz Laney recently completed the National Association of ... more
Waterloo woman charged with drug possession after traffic stop
A traffic stop in the Town of Waterloo led to a drug possession charge against a Waterloo woman late Wednesday night. Jennifer L. Dineen, 51, of Waterloo, was arrested around 11:15 p.m. June 3 and ... more
USDA highlights rural homeownership programs during national campaign
Federal officials are using National Homeownership Month to spotlight programs aimed at helping more rural residents buy, build and repair homes across New York. USDA Rural Development New York State Director Richard Mayfield announced the ... more
Two charged after disturbance on Lakeshore Drive
A disturbance on Lakeshore Drive led to the arrests of two people after police responded to a report involving an intoxicated individual making suicidal statements. William A. Cole, 35, of Farmington, and Hillary K. Hinckley, ... more
Victor man charged after children left unattended in vehicle
Police say a Victor man was charged after two young children were found unattended in a vehicle on South Main Street. Joel O. Rivera-Lourido, 36, of Victor, was arrested May 22 and charged with two ... more
Canandaigua woman charged after protection order investigation
A 911 hang-up call on Jefferson Avenue led to the arrest of a Canandaigua woman on multiple charges early May 21. Shameika Brown, 34, of Canandaigua, was charged with second-degree criminal contempt, resisting arrest and ... more
Canandaigua man charged with trespassing at South Main Street 7-Eleven
A report of a trespass at a South Main Street convenience store led to the arrest of a Canandaigua man during the early morning hours of May 18. Phillip R. Schmidt, 32, of Canandaigua, was ... more
Canandaigua woman charged after child found alone at city park
Police say a welfare check at Jefferson Park led to multiple charges after a 3-year-old child was found alone without adult supervision. Rosemarie Escalera-Martinez, 40, of Canandaigua, was arrested May 11 following the investigation. Officers ... more
Wayland man charged with DWI after speeding stop in Canandaigua
A traffic stop for speeding on North Main Street resulted in a driving while intoxicated charge for a Wayland man late last month. James R. Bill, 31, of Wayland, was arrested at about 11:36 p.m ... more
Canandaigua man charged with DWI after traffic stop
A traffic stop on Chapin Street led to a driving while intoxicated charge for a Canandaigua man late last month. Christopher N. Bournival, 29, of Canandaigua, was arrested at about 11:21 p.m. May 11 after ... more
Cannabis businesses fight wage proposal
A late-session proposal to set wages across New York's cannabis industry has sparked fierce pushback from business groups, according to the Times Union. Industry leaders say many marijuana businesses already struggle financially and warn the ... more
Lobbying spending hits another record
A record $384.8 million flowed into efforts to influence New York government last year, according to the Times Union. The total marks the fourth straight year that lobbying spending has reached a new high, driven ... more
Data center moratorium nears vote
New York lawmakers could vote this week on a proposal that would pause new data center construction for one year, according to Spectrum News 1. The measure would give the state time to study environmental ... more
Alfred University cuts 11 jobs
Eleven employees lost their jobs this week as Alfred University continues grappling with financial and enrollment pressures, according to the Hornell Evening Tribune. University officials said the workforce reduction affected positions across multiple departments and ... more
