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Livingston teen drowns in Springwater pond while swimming with family
The Livingston County Sheriff's Office is investigating after a teen drowned in a pond Thursday afternoon. It happened in Springwater, according to deputies, who say 18-year-old Emanuel Hershberger went into the pond to swim with ... more
From frost to dry weather: Finger Lakes vineyards hopeful that weather will normalize soon
The Finger Lakes region was struck by a devastating frost just a couple weeks ago causing extensive damage to vineyards and orchards in the area. Mark Karasz, owner of Rock Stream Vineyards, told WETM-TV that ... more
Finger Lakes allergy season in full swing: How long will it last?
The Finger Lakes region is currently experiencing a severe spring allergy season, with grass and tree pollen peaking at the same time. Dr. Emily Weis, clinical director for allergy at URMC, tells 13WHAM-TV that this ... more
Despite local ads claiming otherwise, RG&E billing issues persist for customers
RG&E customers are still having billing issues more than a year after headlines began cropping up about complaints. Locally aired advertisements by RG&E suggest they're moving past these issues, but customers like Christie Hawn, a ... more
Two dead after plane crash in Orleans County
Two people died in a plane crash in Western New York on Sunday. It happened in Orleans County during the evening hours, authorities said. The plane came down behind a home around 6 p.m. The ... more
State and local leaders tour frost damage at Finger Lakes vineyards
State Agriculture Commissioner Richard Ball, along with representatives from various state and federal agencies, toured vineyards in the Southern Tier and Finger Lakes regions on Friday to assess the impact of a recent freeze. The ... more
Celebration of harvest season comes to Livingston County this fall
A celebration of harvest season featuring live music, craft whiskey and bourbon, and local culture, the inaugural Hoochenanny Whiskey Festival will take place in the Village of Geneseo the weekend of October 20-21, 2023. From ... more
Livingston County EMS members awarded regional honors
The Monroe Livingston Regional EMS (MLREMS) Council has gave prestigious accolades to three members of the Livingston County EMS team. Jonathan Lindskoog and David Thomas were named 2022 Advanced Life Support Providers of the Year, ... more
Livingston County targets workforce development with new funding
In October of 2022, the Livingston County Board of Supervisors allocated $100K in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds to boost and support the training and job placement of residents through the County’s Office of ... more
Supreme Court rolls back protections for wetlands in broad ruling that favors farmers, developers, and polluting industries
New York State’s top environmental regulator today condemned the U.S. Supreme Court’s ruling Thursday that will remove millions of acres of environmentally sensitive wetlands from federal regulation. The Montezuma Wildlife Refuge in Seneca, Wayne and ... more
DEC and DOH issue reminder for residents to stay vigilant as HABs season begins in Finger Lakes
The New York State Departments of Environmental Conservation (DEC) and Health (DOH) have issued a reminder for New Yorkers to remain vigilant about harmful algal blooms (HABs) as the 2023 reporting season commences. The DEC's ... more
Livingston County Board of Supervisors May 2023 Meeting (webcast)
The Livingston County Board of Supervisors conduct their May 2023 regular meeting on Wednesday afternoon in the Board of Supervisors Assembly Room at the Livingston County Government Center in Geneseo. Full meeting video appears below ... more
Frost, freeze puts major stress on grapes across Finger Lakes
The Finger Lakes region, a critical area for vineyards, has experienced significant damage following freezing temperatures on Thursday morning that caused about 50% crop loss at Lakewood Vineyards and an estimated 35% at Fox Run ... more
County leaders worried about state shifting Medicaid funds and how it will impact budgeting
The recently passed $229 billion New York state budget, which re-allocates Medicaid funds, is raising alarm among county administrators statewide. Wayne County Administrator Rick House and his counterparts worry about the impact of Governor Kathy ... more
Jail worker accused of having inappropriate relationship with inmate
Deputies say a part-time jail cook was arrested on felony and misdemeanor charges after working as a civilian member of the Livingston County Jail staff and having an inappropriate relationship with an inmate. Lisa Falkner, ... more
Finger Lakes Cider Trail gets ready for busy summer: “We have world class cider”
This week the Finger Lakes Cider Trail will celebrate its official launch. Cider Week just wrapped up, and for an industry that's been growing rapidly over the last several years in the region - having ... more
DEC: Boaters can prevent spread of invasive species by cleaning watercraft
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) is appealing to residents involved in water sports to sanitize their watercrafts and gear, as a preventive measure against the invasion of local waters by harmful ... more
Canal system gearing up for opening day: Scheduled start of season is this Friday
As the onset of warmer weather hits New York, preparations are in full swing for the commencement of the boating season with the opening of the New York State Canal system scheduled for Friday, May ... more
Part of Rt. 36 in Caledonia renamed WWII Rapone Brothers Memorial Highway
A portion of State Route 36 in the Village of Caledonia was dedicated Friday as the WWII Rapone Brothers Memorial Highway. The designation honors the Rapone family and their six family members who served our ... more
