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Geneva electrical contractors confront suicide risk with HOPE message
A powerful message of hope and human connection reached 120 workers at H. Richardson & Sons in Geneva on June 12, as national speakers from Sweethearts & Heroes delivered an emotional keynote about suicide prevention ... more
Hobart and William Smith earn top marks in national rankings
Hobart and William Smith Colleges have secured national recognition for their career-focused education, with The Princeton Review naming them a Best Value College for 2025 and ranking them among the top schools in the country ... more
Dance and dine to support Seneca Lake on July 23
Seneca Lake Pure Waters Association is inviting supporters to a high-energy evening of music, food, and fundraising at its annual Summer Soirée on Wednesday, July 23. The event will run from 6:00 to 9:00 PM ... more
Geneva shop relocating to Eastview Mall
A popular Geneva shop is moving to a larger venue at Eastview Mall, according to the Finger Lakes Times. Rooted by Amberg, along with its partner businesses, will close its Geneva location next month and ... more
Geneva police arrest scam suspect in $80K larceny case
A Pennsylvania man was arrested in Geneva on Tuesday after police say he scammed a local resident out of $80,000 by pretending to be a federal agent. Abhishek Rameshbh Patel, 25, of Kingston, Pennsylvania, was ... more
Shannon Kelley named principal of Geneva Middle School
Geneva Middle School Assistant Principal Shannon Kelley has been appointed principal, effective July 1, the Geneva City School District announced this week. Kelley has been a part of the middle school community for more than ... more
Wyckoff Family Foundation awards $455K in 2025 grants
The Wyckoff Family Foundation has announced its 2025 grant recipients, awarding a total of $455,000 to 23 local organizations dedicated to enriching the lives of children in Geneva. The grants support a broad range of ... more
Geneva creates assistant city manager role in leadership shakeup
The City of Geneva is restructuring its leadership team, introducing a new Assistant City Manager position aimed at strengthening partnerships and streamlining services across key departments. City Manager Amie Hendrix announced the change in a ... more
Beach at Seneca Lake park cleaned after public complaints
After online criticism over the overgrown state of Seneca Lake State Park’s beach, park officials said broken grooming equipment was to blame, according to the Finger Lakes Times. The beach has since been freshly raked, ... more
Some Geneva residents voice concern over $38M housing project
A proposed $38 million, 74-unit housing development by Lakeview Health Services in downtown Geneva is facing growing skepticism, according to the Finger Lakes Times. The city’s Planning Board extended the public hearing process another month ... more
Geneva forum tackles Social Security future and funding concerns
Over 100 residents gathered at Geneva’s Smith Opera House to discuss the future of Social Security, with panelists warning of funding challenges as Baby Boomers retire, according to the Finger Lakes Times. The town hall ... more
Geneva City Council sets public hearing on 2025 grant opportunities (video)
Geneva City Council held a special meeting Tuesday evening to set the stage for potential state and federal grant funding applications that could support community development projects aligned with the city’s long-term plans. In a ... more
Geneva General Hospital to host blood drive June 27
Geneva General Hospital will hold a community blood drive on Friday, June 27, offering donors both a chance to help save lives and receive rewards for their support. The American Red Cross event runs from ... more
Geneva seeks public input for growth plan update
Geneva town officials are inviting residents to help shape the community’s future as they update their 2015 Comprehensive Plan, according to the Finger Lakes Times. At a recent open house workshop, attendees were encouraged to ... more
Geneva grapples with slow path to property cleanup
Geneva residents frustrated by lingering eyesores are learning just how slowly code enforcement can move, according to the Finger Lakes Times. City building and zoning head Neal Braman told the council that delays—like those at ... more
Geneva golf tournament to honor beloved teacher and support local youth
The Salvation Army of Geneva will hold its 8th Annual Golf Tournament this August, combining community spirit with a heartfelt tribute to a cherished local educator. The event, set for Saturday, August 9 at Big ... more
Seneca Falls woman arrested on bench warrant for noncompliance in burglary case
A Seneca Falls woman was arrested on Tuesday evening on a bench warrant issued by Ontario County Court after failing to comply with a court-ordered program. Deputies took Shaniqura N. Bailey, 31, into custody at ... more
Geneva City Council Special Meeting on 6/17/25 (webcast)
The Geneva City Council met for a Special Meeting on Tuesday evening, June 17, 2025. The meeting was short before heading to Executive Session. Full meeting video appears below ... more
Geneva church poised for historic recognition
St. Stephen’s Roman Catholic Church in Geneva may soon gain state and national recognition, according to the Finger Lakes Times. It’s one of 20 New York properties recommended for inclusion on the State and National ... more
