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Town of Canandaigua sets public hearings on 2024 budget: Supervisor would get 330% salary increase due to organizational changes
The Canandaigua Town Board has slated two public hearings for residents to review and share thoughts on the town's draft 2024 budget. These sessions are set for 6 p.m. on Oct. 11 and 16 at ... more
Brand new Sands Family YMCA in Canandaigua is open: Residents line up to be among first inside

The Sands Family YMCA, a sprawling 75,000-square-foot facility, officially commenced its operations on Monday in Canandaigua. A substantial donation of $13.5 million from the Sands Family was pivotal in realizing the construction of the North ... more
Canandaigua man charged with forcible touching, then violating court order hours later for showing up at victim’s home

The Ontario County Sheriff's Office says a Canandaigua man is in custody after two separate incidents over the weekend. On September 230 around 5:49 p.m. deputies arrested Tyrone Brooks, 31, of Canandaigua for forcible touching ... more
FLX CANDIDATES: Sean Buck talks campaign for Canandaigua City Council

Editor’s Note: If you are a candidate and would like to be featured in this series send an email to [email protected] to schedule a time ahead of Election Day. If you’d like to see all of the ... more
Sands Family YMCA will open its doors on October 2

The Sands Family YMCA is set to open its new North Road facility on October 2, following fifteen months of construction. Prior to the official opening, the facility is hosting open houses on September 30 ... more
Canandaigua man charged with felony DWAI charge after car bursts into flames following crash

The Ontario County Sheriff's Office provided an update on a crash that happened in the town of Farmington on Monday a little after 12:30 p.m. Deputies said Keith Scherbyn Jr., 39, of Canandaigua was charged ... more
Police: Have you seen this person? Canandaigua larceny suspect sought by authorities

Police are asking for the public's help as a larceny investigation unfolds in the city of Canandaigua. According to a news release, the suspect, who has not yet been identified by name - was involved ... more
Ultralife selected as ‘Finger Lakes Hires Business of the Week’ by Finger Lakes Workforce Investment Board

The Finger Lakes Workforce Investment Board (FLWIB), renowned for fostering local employment, has distinguished Ultralife Corporation as the “Finger Lakes Hires Business of the Week.” Located in Newark, New York, Ultralife Corporation is being acknowledged ... more
Lake House launches unique $16,500 travel package, which includes being flown in on Canandaigua Lake

The Lake House on Canandaigua, a luxury hotel located in the scenic surroundings of Canandaigua Lake, is launching a unique travel package, offering guests an unforgettable experience of flying from New York City to the ... more
Bicyclist ticketed for crash involving car on 5&20 this past spring

Deputies gave an update on a crash that happened at the intersection of North Street and State Route 332 in Canandaigua on May 17 involving a bicyclist. According to deputies, they responded a little after ... more
UR Medicine Thompson Health welcomes two physicians to new internal medicine office

Dr. Wilfredo Cruz and Dr. Reihaneh Derafsh have recently integrated into UR Medicine Thompson Health, extending their medical expertise at the newly inaugurated internal medicine office at Thompson Medical Center in Farmington. Both esteemed physicians ... more
Ontario County Chamber of Commerce will not relocate

After intending to relocate, the Ontario County Chamber of Commerce (ONChamber) has decided to remain at its current 113-117 South Main Street location in Canandaigua. In June, the Chamber had listed its property for sale, ... more
Don Potter’s benefit concert will support UR Medicine Thompson Health’s education initiative

Renowned singer and guitarist, Don Potter, is set to grace the stage at the Fort Hill Performing Arts Center on Friday, Oct. 13, with a performance to bolster funds for UR Medicine Thompson Health's initiative ... more
EMPIRE PLATE: Spotlight on COHO Pizza & Wine Bar in Canandaigua (video)

In the latest episode of The Empire Plate Show host Bill Vinci visited COHO Pizza & Wine Bar in Canandaigua with his camera crew to spotlight one of Canandaigua's most popular places for pizza, burgers, ... more
Two teens face felony charges after sexual assault at FLCC student housing

New York State Police in Canandaigua have arrested two teenagers following an investigation into a late-August sexual assault at Finger Lakes Community College student housing. The probe uncovered that the two suspects collaborated in the ... more
Rochester man charged with attempted rape after trying to meet up with teen

The Canandaigua Police Department announced the arrest of Matthew S. Ranelli, a 31-year-old resident of Rochester, on September 12 following an investigation. The arrest stemmed from allegations that Ranelli, after engaging in an online conversation ... more
Canandaigua apartment fire displaces five; one person rescued

A late-night fire erupted in the Fort Hill Conifer Apartments on Saturday, leading to a rapid response from local firefighters. Arriving crews detected the smoke smell, and upon further inspection, found an active fire within ... more
Flu clinics coming to communities across Ontario, Wayne counties beginning this week

UR Medicine Thompson Health will hold several public flu clinics in a number of locations over the next several weeks. Administered to those 9 and older at these clinics, the standard 2023-2024 vaccine provides protection ... more
Thompson Health to host free hernia screening clinic on October 4

UR Medicine Thompson Health surgeons will offer a free hernia screening clinic in Canandaigua on the evening of Wednesday, Oct. 4. The event will run from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Thompson’s independent living community, ... more
‘Clucks for Bucks’ returns on September 28

“Clucks for Bucks,” an annual chicken barbecue benefitting palliative care, returns on Thursday, Sept. 28, in the parking lot of Crosswinds Wesleyan Church, 3360 Middle Cheshire Road in Canandaigua. The drive-thru event will begin at ... more
Canandaigua schools will unveil new nickname in October

As part of a state Education Department directive to phase out Native American references by June 2024, Canandaigua schools are gearing up to replace their long-standing nickname "Braves." The Canandaigua City School District has shortlisted ... more