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Rochester man charged in Avon vehicle thefts
A convicted felon from Rochester is facing new charges after a string of vehicle break-ins in Livingston County, according to WHAM. Deputies say Richard Robson, 39, stole items from multiple cars at a business on ... more
Livingston County seeks property owners for vacant rental rehab program
Livingston County is calling on local property owners to help bring vacant rental units back to life—and back on the market. County officials announced this week they’re preparing to apply for grant funding through New ... more
Kids step into parents’ shoes at Livingston County event
Nearly 40 kids got a behind-the-scenes look at public service Thursday during Livingston County’s Bring Your Child to Work Day. Ranging in age from 5 to 15, the kids spent the day exploring their parents’ ... more
Livingston County names Sarah McCumiskey as new director of community services
Sarah McCumiskey has been appointed director of community services in Livingston County, overseeing mental health, substance use, and developmental disability programs. McCumiskey has more than 20 years of experience in mental health care, including 15 ... more
Roof collapses in Springwater house fire
A Main Street home in Springwater was left unlivable Friday after a fire caused its roof to collapse, according to WHAM. Fire crews arrived to find heavy flames and smoke pouring from the structure. No ... more
Visit LivCo wins state tourism award for Libation Loop
Visit LivCo has earned a prestigious 2025 New York State Tourism Excellence Award for its creative promotion of the LivCo Libation Loop, a trail celebrating Livingston County’s growing craft beverage scene. The New York State ... more
Rabies confirmed in red fox found in Springwater
A red fox found in the Town of Springwater tested positive for rabies, according to the Livingston County Department of Health. One person may have been exposed to the infected animal and has been offered ... more
Why the ‘little queen of puddles’ thrives in the Finger Lakes
Don’t let the name fool you—despite being called the Louisiana Waterthrush, this elusive bird is neither a thrush nor particularly tied to Louisiana. Instead, it’s a rare and sensitive warbler that finds a crucial summer ... more
NTSB: Storm capsized boat that killed 8 on Lake Tahoe
A sudden storm and dangerous waves capsized a 28-foot boat on Lake Tahoe last month, killing eight people, including three from New York’s Finger Lakes region, federal investigators said Wednesday. The National Transportation Safety Board’s ... more
Livingston County honors community corrections workers
Livingston County is recognizing the week of July 20–26 as National Pretrial, Probation and Parole Supervision Week, applauding the vital role of community corrections professionals in public safety and rehabilitation. The Board of Supervisors issued ... more
Fire destroys Joandy’s restaurant in Genesee County
A well-known restaurant in Alabama, N.Y., went up in flames early Sunday, according to 13WHAM. Crews arrived at Joandy’s Place around 1 a.m. and found the building completely engulfed. The fire spread to the nearby ... more
Nunda EMT honored with state Senate commendation for decades of service
A Nunda EMT who has answered more than 5,000 emergency calls over four decades was recognized with one of the state’s highest honors for civic service. Senator Pam Helming presented Martha Blair with a New ... more
NYSP give update on fatal pedestrian crash in Livingston County
New York State Police are investigating a fatal pedestrian crash that occurred Tuesday evening in the town of York, Livingston County. Troopers said the incident happened around 7:40 p.m. on Main Street when a 63-year-old ... more
State Police investigate fatal pedestrian crash in Livingston County
A pedestrian was struck and killed by a vehicle in Livingston County over the weekend, and New York State Police have launched an investigation into the incident. Troopers from SP Geneseo responded to the crash ... more
Bringing history to life: Becky Wehle and the living legacy of the Genesee Country Village & Museum
On a warm July morning, I reached Becky Wehle by phone. Even across the line, her voice carried the kind of ease and purpose that makes you want to lean closer. Thoughtful yet brimming with ... more
Hot, humid week ahead in Finger Lakes: Midweek storm threat persists
A hot and humid stretch of weather is setting up for the Finger Lakes region this week, with a chance for scattered thunderstorms and relief arriving by the weekend, according to the National Weather Service ... more
Lakeville event to combine BBQ and square dancing for arts fundraiser
A celebration of music, tradition, and good food is coming to the Lakeville Fire Department Training Grounds on Saturday, August 2, as the Genesee Valley Council on the Arts hosts its “Keep the Arts Alive” ... more
Senator honors nurse Karen Dewar as Woman of Distinction
A Livingston County nurse and longtime first responder was honored Thursday for her dedication to healthcare and emergency services. Karen Dewar was recognized as the 2025 New York State Senate Woman of Distinction for the ... more
Livingston County expands smoking ban to all county property
Smoking on county grounds will now come with a price tag in Livingston County. The Board of Supervisors has voted to amend and restate its smoking ban, enacting Local Law No. 2-2025. The law expands ... more
