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Former NY lawmaker Steve Riford dies at 101
Steve Riford, a former New York state legislator, dairy farmer, and Auburn-area businessman, has died at age 101, according to The Citizen. Riford, who passed away July 20 in Hawaii, served in both the state ... more
Fleming town supervisor Don Oltz dies at 78
Fleming Town Supervisor Don Oltz has passed away at age 78, according to local officials. Oltz died Saturday at Upstate Community Hospital in Syracuse. He was serving his second term as town supervisor and previously ... more
Former Messenger publisher George Ewing Jr. dies at 72
George M. Ewing Jr., longtime publisher of the Daily Messenger and a respected community leader in Canandaigua, has died unexpectedly at 72, according to the Democrat and Chronicle. Known for his journalistic integrity, philanthropy, and ... more
Veteran Finger Lakes newsman Greg Cotterill dies
Longtime radio reporter Greg Cotterill, a staple of local journalism in the Finger Lakes, has passed away. He was known for being a journalistic voice within the Finger Lakes Radio Group and managed stations WHWS ... more
Anne Burrell, Food Network Star and Celebrity Chef, Dies at 55
Anne Burrell, the larger-than-life chef known for her spiky blonde hair, fiery cooking style, and hit Food Network shows, has died at the age of 55. Her family confirmed her passing in a statement released ... more
OBITUARY: Maxine Louise Norberg
Maxine Louise Norberg, 92, passed away peacefully Wednesday (June 11, 2025) at Wayne County Nursing Home, Lyons, NY. In keeping with the family's wishes, the calling hours and service will be private. Burial will be ... more
OBITUARY: Gloria Serling, of Seneca Falls
Gloria Serling (91) passed away peacefully on June 1st. A service will be held at 1PM on Tuesday, June 10th in the Chapel at Fort Hill cemetery in Auburn, with burial to follow in the ... more
Clifton Springs mourns death of beloved auxiliary founder
The Clifton Springs Fire Department is mourning the loss of June Darling, a cherished founding member of its Ladies Auxiliary who devoted nearly five decades to community service. Darling, affectionately known as “The Mayor of ... more
Don Hartill, physicist and longtime Lansing mayor, dies at 86
Donald Hartill, a Cornell physicist whose five-decade career shaped high-energy research and community life in equal measure, died April 16 at the age of 86. A professor emeritus in the College of Arts and Sciences, ... more
Retired Seneca County Chief Deputy Dale Arcangeli passes away at 74
The Seneca County Sheriff’s Office is mourning the loss of retired Chief Deputy Dale C. Arcangeli, who passed away unexpectedly on February 26 at the age of 74. Arcangeli dedicated 26 years to the Seneca ... more
Hopewell community honors firefighter Ronald Severino’s legacy
The Hopewell community is mourning the loss of longtime volunteer firefighter Ronald "Ronnie" Severino, who passed away on January 2 at the age of 66 after a battle with cancer. A dedicated member of the ... more
OBITUARY: Alvin D. Deming, 72
Alvin D. Deming, 72, a dedicated community member and respected fire protection specialist, passed away unexpectedly on February 16, 2025, as a result of a motor vehicle accident. Born on December 10, 1952, in Endicott, ... more
Sodus Center Fire Department mourns loss of Skip Putman
The Sodus Center Fire Department has announced the passing of longtime member Dwight “Skip” Putman, a dedicated first responder who served with the Sodus Center Ambulance and other local emergency agencies. His commitment to public ... more
OBITUARY: Kathleen M. Minnier
Kathleen M. Minnier, 78, passed away Saturday (February 8, 2025) at home from ALS with her loving family by her side. In keeping with her wishes, there will be no calling hours or service. Kathy ... more
Cayuga Lake Wine Trail pioneer Ruth Lucas dies at 81
Ruth M. Lucas, founder of Lucas Vineyards and co-creator of the Cayuga Lake Wine Trail, died on Jan. 27 at 81. Originally from Long Island, Lucas launched her winery in the 1970s after a law ... more
Former Waterloo mayor Kenneth Lee Patchen dies at 84
Kenneth Lee Patchen, Jr., who served as mayor of Waterloo for two decades, passed away on Tuesday, January 28. He was 84 years old. Patchen, a lifelong advocate for his community, died at Huntington Living ... more
Cayuga County Sheriff’s Office mourns loss of veteran deputy
The Cayuga County Sheriff's Office is grieving the unexpected loss of Deputy Paul Indelicato, an 18-year veteran of the agency, who passed away on Tuesday following a medical episode. In a statement, the Sheriff's Office ... more
Finger Lakes Land Trust honors late conservationist Jim Kersting
The Finger Lakes Land Trust is mourning the loss of longtime member, volunteer, and conservationist Jim Kersting, who passed away on November 5, 2024. A devoted advocate for nature, Kersting’s legacy will be felt across ... more
REMEMBERING: Bryan D. Nolan, age 49, of Scottsville
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Bryan D. Nolan, aged 49, who passed away peacefully, in his home, Monday, January 13, 2025 after a short illness. Bryan was a beloved ... more
