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Canandaigua inks new deal for renewable energy, fixed electricity rates

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The City of Canandaigua has finalized a new 27-month electricity supply contract set to benefit residents and small businesses by ensuring a fixed rate and bolstering access to renewable energy. The Finger Lakes Times reports ... more
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Jennifer Garner visits Canandaigua Wegmans repping Once Upon a Farm

Jennifer Garner visits Canandaigua Wegmans repping Once Upon a Farm
Hollywood's Jennifer Garner, best known for her roles in "Alias," "13 Going on 30," and "Dallas Buyers Club," was spotted at the Wegmans on Eastern Boulevard this Thursday. However, the actress wasn't in town for ... more
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Canandaigua city councilor resigns unexpectedly

Canandaigua city councilor resigns unexpectedly
Canandaigua City Council is in search of a new member following the abrupt resignation of Renee Sutton, who has served Ward Four and the City At-Large since 2018. Sutton stepped down for undisclosed personal reasons ... more
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Local officials detail state grants available after Canandaigua flooding

Local officials detail state grants available after Canandaigua flooding
Governor Hochul has made emergency grant funds available for homeowners in Ontario County affected by the July 9 flood in Canandaigua. The funding, aimed at aiding residents meeting specific income criteria, covers damages sustained to ... more
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NYS allocates additional $3 million for flood relief: Ontario County among eligible communities

NYS allocates additional  million for flood relief: Ontario County among eligible communities
New York Governor Kathy Hochul has dedicated an additional $3 million in emergency assistance to help homeowners in eight counties affected by recent floods and storm damage. This commitment comes on top of a previous ... more
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Thompson to host CPR/AED course for community

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F.F. Thompson Hospital is hosting an American Heart Association "Heartsaver" CPR/AED Course for the community on Saturday, Sept. 16. Sponsored by Thompson's Nursing Practice Counsel in collaboration with the Canandaigua Emergency Squad, the course will ... more
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No HABs on Canandaigua Lake yet

Six new HABs found on Canandaigua Lake: Calm weather means more expected
Canandaigua Lake, overseen by the Canandaigua Lake Watershed Association (CLWA), is currently clear of Harmful Algal Blooms (HABs), according to 62 volunteer monitors. The clarity of the lake is reportedly in good condition, with an ... more
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Canandaigua Town Board will hold meeting on overriding 2024 tax cap

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The Canandaigua Town Board has announced a public hearing to be held on August 21 at 6 p.m., to discuss a proposed local law that would override the state property tax cap for the town's ... more
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Scooter rider airlifted after collision in Canandaigua

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A scooter rider traveling northbound against southbound traffic was struck by a vehicle on North Main Street near Camelot Drive on Friday at approximately 12:09 p.m. The collision occurred after a vehicle pulled out from ... more
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Canandaigua man arrested after fireworks larceny: Deputies say more charges possible

Canandaigua man arrested after fireworks larceny: Deputies say more charges possible
Authorities in Ontario County have arrested a Canandaigua man following an investigation into stolen fireworks. Brian Ford, 41, of Canandaigua was found to be in possession of nearly $2,000 worth of fireworks that had been ... more
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Thompson Hospital recognized as one of Becker’s “153 Great Community Hospitals”

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F.F. Thompson Hospital in Canandaigua, New York, has been named to the list of "153 Great Community Hospitals" by Becker's Hospital Review, a renowned Chicago-based publication specializing in healthcare industry insights. Selection criteria for this ... more
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134-unit housing development proposed for Canandaigua

134-unit housing development proposed for Canandaigua
Developer Chris Iversen and his company, Chrisanntha, have submitted a plan for a 134-unit housing project in Canandaigua, near Stewart Place, Kennedy Street, and North Road. The Finger Lakes Times reports the proposal comes after ... more
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Police: Canandaigua man accused of stealing ring from coworker

Deputies: Ontario man trespassed, refused to leave stranger’s property
Police arrested a Canandaigua man following an investigation into a larceny at a local business. According to the Canandaigua Police Department, Daniel Paulsen, 57, was arrested for petit larceny after an incident at an Eastern ... more
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Police: 35-year-old hits 15-year-old during argument in Canandaigua

Sheriff: Homeless man arrested on felony drug charges in Canandaigua
Police arrested a 35-year-old Canandaigua man after a disturbance on Phoenix Street. According to a news release, Cameron Thomas, 35, was charged with endangering the welfare of a child. The charges stem from an incident ... more
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Canandaigua man struck person in head during altercation at bar

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Police arrested a Canandaigua man following an incident at a bar in June. Ezra Jones, 22, was charged with harassment after striking another person in the head outside a bar in Canandaigua. The bar wasn't ... more
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Police: Man arrested after throwing rocks at car in Canandaigua

Police: Drunk driver was going 74 mph on Eastern Blvd. in Canandaigua
Police arrested a Canandaigua man following a property damage investigation in the city. William Tebbutt, 28, is accused of throwing two large rocks at a vehicle, causing damage to it. Police said the incident took ... more
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Felony charges for man who threatened person with baseball bat, repeatedly violated court orders in Canandaigua

Felony charges for man who threatened person with baseball bat, repeatedly violated court orders in Canandaigua
Police say a 38-year-old Henrietta man is facing an array of felony charges after multiple domestic incidents this year in Canandaigua. Brandon Phelps was arrested last week for aggravated family offense, aggravated criminal contempt, and ... more
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Man dives into water at Canandaigua park to flee officers after domestic, hour-long standoff

Man dives into water at Canandaigua park to flee officers after domestic, hour-long standoff
On July 31 the Canandaigua Police Department responded to a call regarding a disturbance at Lagoon Park, where a person was heard screaming in distress. Upon arrival, officers found 52-year-old Tyler Ferrier restraining a victim ... more
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Canandaigua Lake Watershed Association gives update on HABs: Plus, recap from water chestnut pull (video)

Canandaigua Lake Watershed Association gives update on HABs: Plus, recap from water chestnut pull (video)
The Canandaigua Lake Watershed Association (CLWA) gave a promising water quality update for Canandaigua Lake on Friday, July 28, with no harmful algal blooms reported and an average Secchi disk water clarity of 6.0 meters ... more
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ESL Federal Credit Union warns members in Canandaigua, Newark, and Victor about scam

ESL Federal Credit Union warns members in Canandaigua, Newark, and Victor about scam
ESL Federal Credit Union has issued an alert to its members concerning a text message phishing scam. ESL operates bank branches in Canandaigua, Newark, and Victor here in the Finger Lakes, as well as an ... more
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Ontario County shuts down flood response center weeks after July deluge

Ontario County shuts down flood response center weeks after July deluge
Ontario County's Flooding Information Center, established to deal with the aftermath of the extensive floods on July 9, ceased operations on Friday. The floods, which affected over 180 residential and apartment buildings, resulted in temporary ... more
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