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Scuba diver finds Amerks legend’s Hall of Fame ring in Canandaigua Lake (video)

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Scuba diver finds Amerks legend’s Hall of Fame ring in Canandaigua Lake (video)
“X” doesn’t always mark the spot. It’s not often that we get treasure hunting stories in sports, but this quest for buried gold in Canandaigua Lake certainly fits — like a perfectly-sized ring. “Right then and there I knew, here’s a significant find,” Gary Gavurnik says. Gary Gavurnik has been searching for lost items for years. And with the help... more

JUST SAYING: Erie Canal celebrating milestone with many others

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JUST SAYING: Erie Canal celebrating milestone with many others
First, in May 2017 many people enjoy watching the Genesee Beer Tanks arrive through many communities on the Erie Canal from the Hudson to Rochester, NY. What an experience that will be talked about for many years. It brought community people together to enjoy not only the experience, but enjoying a fun day with friends and new friends. June, July... more

Jet ski crashes into boat on Keuka Lake over weekend

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Jet ski crashes into boat on Keuka Lake over weekend
The Yates County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a crash involving a jet ski and boat with four people on-board that happened on Keuka Lake around 8 pm. When deputies arrived five people, who had been involved, were brought to the shore by quick thinking witnesses. EMT’s checked everyone over at the scene and each refused any further treatment, according to... more

Vote Tilla docks at Lauraville Landing in Clyde (photo)

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Vote Tilla docks at Lauraville Landing in Clyde (photo)
Vote Tilla (flotilla) composed of 6 Mid- Lakes Lockmaster boats, docked this evening at Lauraville Landing in Clyde on the Erie Canal. Vote Tilla launched at the Women’s National Historic Park in Seneca Falls and is en route to the Susan B Anthony House in Rochester. The Vote Tilla is stopping at each community along its route to Rochester. On... more

Blue-green algae pop up at popular lakes

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Blue-green algae pop up at popular lakes
A summer bummer at some of the most popular hot spots. Blue-green algae is keeping swimmers out of public beach areas in Honeoye and Canandaigua Lakes. Experts say the summer invader grows depending on the weather. The sun, warmth, and calm lake water all play a part in the increase of blue-green algae blooms. Jordana Hinkson took a 40-minute drive... more

REFLECTING ON SUCCESS: Organizers excited for Canal Fest 2018

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REFLECTING ON SUCCESS: Organizers excited for Canal Fest 2018
Seneca Falls Canal Fest is here to stay. Despite the deluge of rain on Friday night, the Canal Fest surpassed last year’s total visitation. It doubled the number of boats with more than 40 boats docking and mooring in the Seneca Falls Harbor and its focal event, the Aquacade Watercraft Parade, increased in participation as well as in its entertainment.... more

Paddle Keuka 5K canoe and kayak race returns on August 5th

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Paddle Keuka 5K canoe and kayak race returns on August 5th
The Finger Lakes Museum & Aquarium will hold its second annual Paddle Keuka 5K canoe and kayak race on Saturday, August 5th. Last year’s inaugural event, which was sponsored by many prominent area wineries, restaurants and businesses, was a splashing success with 60 paddlers from across the Finger Lakes Region taking part. This year, a third category, Stand-up Paddling, is... more

Aquacade overwhelming success as part of Seneca Falls Canal Fest

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Aquacade overwhelming success as part of Seneca Falls Canal Fest
Over 40 boats and a huge crowd visiting the Seneca Falls Canal Harbor for the 2nd Annual Canal Fest witnessed the defending Grand Champion of last year’s Aquacade Watercraft Parade, the Ya-Ya Girls, retain their title. Spectators along both sides of the Seneca-Cayuga Canal were entertained by decorated and non-decorated watercraft during Saturday’s Aquacade. Various entrants from kayaks to pontoon... more

Canal Fest Aquacade Champions 2017 (photo)

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Canal Fest Aquacade Champions 2017 (photo)
The Waterfalls Ya-Yas repeated on Saturday afternoon as Grand Champions of the Seneca Falls Canal Fest Aquacade 2017. The group’s theme this year was “It’s a Wonderful Life Being a Ya-Ya”. Here, they celebrate the award presentation with event chairman, Dennis Scannell. Float captain Gary “Wild Bill” Trickler proudly displays the grand prize check. Photo by Jack Wagener. more

‘Don’t mind us’: Finger Lakes Institute monitoring Owasco Lake water quality

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‘Don’t mind us’: Finger Lakes Institute monitoring Owasco Lake water quality
Many people know his pontoon boat by now, but sometimes John Halfman pulls up to the Owasco Lake shoreline and gets inquisitive looks by sunbathers. That happened Wednesday near Fire Road 20 in Scipio, when Halfman anchored and his small but mighty troop of science students got to work. “Don’t mind us!” he called. “We’re just sampling your water!” A... more

Aurora man builds amphibious tractor houseboat

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Aurora man builds amphibious tractor houseboat
Theon Parseghian is used to cars slowing down outside his Aurora residence and workshop. It’s hard to miss the 32-foot houseboat on tractor tires in front of it. The 29-year-old mechanic, fabricator and welder said he’d bought the boat a couple of years ago, intending to make it a guest cottage in the backyard. But where to put a 32-foot... more
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