Category: Ontario County

Last week a worker at Monica’s Pies tested positive for the Coronavirus. Owner Monica Schenk was hopeful that she’d be able to reopen on October 29th. The famous local spot has been featured on the Food Network and an array of cooking ... MORE

Republicans from across Ontario County came together on Saturday for a Get Out the Vote Rally on the first day of early voting. Organized by the Ontario County Republican Committee, the socially distanced event brought together candidates for office from every level ... MORE

Problem gambling may not be a common topic discussed during Domestic Violence Awareness Month; however, the link between domestic violence and problem gambling makes it important to bring awareness to this volatile relationship. Domestic violence is defined as violent or aggressive behavior ... MORE

Early voting got off to a fast start across the Finger Lakes. Long lines, masks, and social distancing were observed all around as residents made their way out to cast ballots in what many have referred to as the most important election ... MORE

The Geneva City Council met Thursday in an attempt to finish redrafting the proposed public law that would establish a Police Accountability Board (PAB). Despite having seven sections of the proposed law to review, and a desire by some Councilors to revisit ... MORE

The City of Canandaigua reports the unexpected passing of at-large Councilor Robert O’Brien. O’Brien had been elected in 2015 and owned a business on Main Street. His shop Good Life Tea was a staple downtown, according to residents. No additional information about ... MORE

Looking for a place that has it all while experiencing a quick escape from the busy day? Bistro 44 and Java 44 is the spot. Provided. With its rustic ambiance, calming music, and specialty coffees, the bistro and coffee shop have an ... MORE

The Geneva City Council met Wednesday, October 21, 2020. The Council held a public hearing regarding lifting the New York State cap on property taxes and conducted a Council budget workshop. The meeting was held both in person for Council members and ... MORE

The Coronavirus Pandemic has continued to play a major role in the way people are living their day-to-day lives. Here we will track the latest data reported by public health officials in the Finger Lakes and Central New York. As of this ... MORE

More than $15 million in state funding will support road resurfacing projects across the 54th Senate District, Senator Helming announced on Friday. “These infrastructure investments help to improve and maintain the quality and safety of our roads, and support business development and ... MORE

In early-October The Parrott Hall Coalition announced that Crawford & Stearns, Architects and Preservation Planners LLC, working with engineering firm Klepper, Hahn & Hyatt, are creating stabilization and roof replacement documents for the first phase of Parrott Hall’s rehabilitation. It was a ... MORE

A closer look at upcoming elections with big time local implications, a discussion about the future of medicine after an announcement by Finger Lakes Health and the University of Rochester Medical Center that they would be working together, and the controversial story ... MORE

Health and wellness is all the rage today. Especially with the Coronavirus Pandemic upon us, and flu season rapidly approaching. Healthier food and drink options are becoming more readily available at many restaurants. However, thanks to Trena Sutton and Sonia Stallworth, the ... MORE

Public health officials in Ontario County spent the second half of the week walking back an earlier statement that was widely criticized as being misleading. After reporting the ‘block parties’ over Columbus Day weekend led to a series of positive tests that ... MORE

The Geneva Police Department reports the arrest of a 44-year-old city resident on a felony kidnapping charge after investigation. It stemmed from a domestic incident, according to police. They said that Marco Almonte, 44, was charged with second-degree kidnapping. Almonte is accused ... MORE