Samantha Parish

Historic Geneva has worked hard to rebrand themselves in order to become a more active part of the community, specifically to get the community to engage with them. Fingerlakes1.com was able to speak with Anne ... more

The pandemic brought a number of changes to many industries, but the service and hospitality space saw some of the most significant ones from the start- with shutdowns, turning to unusual operating conditions, and most-recently ... more

Angelicia Smith, of Waterloo, tragically lost her son, Giovanni Bourne, on June 22, 2021 just weeks before his 12th birthday. She has one message she wants parents, teachers, and other children to hear: If you ... more

Bella's, located at 93 Seneca Street in Geneva, is a local favorite, boasting a 4.5 star average on Google Reviews. Owner, Richard Austin, works hard and puts customer service as a top priority. "Because of ... more

Taughannock Falls in Trumansburg, New York is one of the most beautiful natural attractions the Finger Lakes Region has to offer. At 215 feet tall, the waterfall can be seen from above on the rim trail, ... more

Seneca Lake, located in the Finger Lakes Region in New York, is the biggest of the Finger Lakes, being the deepest lake in the state. The shores to the lake touch many different towns and ... more

According to the Phelps Historical Society, there are over 25 cemeteries in Phelps alone. The reason for so many cemeteries in such a small area is because in the 1800s many families on farms would ... more

The pandemic hasn't stopped local entrepreneurs from trying out innovative ideas in the Finger Lakes. One such venture, led by Peter Chapman and Maeve Beecher is bringing a little barbecue to the Geneva area. Chapman, ... more

Covid-19 has been a stressful situation for many individuals, and while vaccinations have become available for adults to help curb the spread of the virus, children are left vulnerable. Fingerlakes1.com spoke with Dr. Kristen Navarette, ... more

Ontario Pathways is 25 miles long, 23.3 miles of multi-use, non-motorized pathways and three loops for 1.7 miles of hiking only trails. The paths are available year round from dawn to dusk offering something that's ... more

Located on Main Street in Phelps is one of the most unique stores the town has to offer. Bear and Vine has something for everyone. The stalling boutique items, antiques, collectibles, and sitting inside is ... more

Glenwood Cemetery on Lochland Road in Geneva is one of the city's oldest cemeteries. What makes it so interesting to visit is that not only is it a cemetery, but when it originally opened in ... more

Kashong Conservation area is 84 acres of land run by the Finger Lakes Land Trust. It was previously owned by Polly Spedding and her husband, who donated the land to  the the town of Geneva ... more

On June 27, 2021, family and friends of 11-year-old Giovanni "Gio" Bourne gathered with balloons and lanterns to celebrate his life. Giovanni was born to Angelicia Smith and Nicholas Bourne on July 10, 2009 and ... more

Before Covid hit, Don Miller and his wife, JoEllen purchased the Water Side Wine Bar in Phelps, but since Covid restrictions are ending along with some bumps in the road, their business is thriving more ... more

With the pandemic winding down, many people are realizing they might need a reprieve when it comes to their mental and physical health. Finger Lakes Office of Alternative Therapies, better known as F.L.O.A.T., offers various ... more

While corn and soybeans are some of the most profitable crops grown in New York, a new crop has entered the equation for farmers: Chickpeas. Chickpeas have become a staple of some local businesses, like ... more

The Victor Farmington Library, located at 15 West Main Street, has something going on for everyone this summer. Children can enjoy story times or crafts, teens can participate in events like tie dye workshops or ... more

Local resident Erin Pownall Burns has started her own business selling snow cones with a twist and other sweet treats. While the business, Sugar+Snow, boasts a significant menu, snow cones aren't the only interesting thing ... more

Every year when Facebook sees a user's birthday is approaching, the option is provided to let them choose from over 750,000 nonprofits in the United States to ask friends to donate to on behalf of ... more

On Wednesday the Seneca Falls Fire Department volunteered to help parents and teachers hang banners on light poles along Fall Street in downtown Seneca Falls to celebrate their upcoming graduation. Each pole is now adorned ... more