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UPDATE: ID’s released in serious crash on CR 6 near Big Lots in Geneva

UPDATE: ID’s released in serious crash on CR 6 near Big Lots in Geneva
At 6:51 pm deputies in Ontario County responded to the intersection of County Road 6 and Montmorency Way for what was originally reported as a head on crash. Deputies say Francis Modaffari, 73, of Geneva was traveling north when the sedan struck a second vehicle from behind. That vehicle was being operated by Bradley Bailey, 57, of Geneva. Bailey’s vehicle... more

Interlaken man leaves scene of property damage accident; tracked down by K9’s

Interlaken man leaves scene of property damage accident; tracked down by K9’s
The Seneca County Sheriff’s Office reports that on the February 17th around 7:00 pm deputies responded to a one car property damage accident the occurred on Southtown Building Road in Ovid. Upon arrival deputies located a 2011 Chevy Equinox sunk down in the ditch on the east side of the roadway. The vehicle appeared to have been traveling south on... more

Waterloo woman hospitalized after crash at busy Geneva intersection (photos)

Waterloo woman hospitalized after crash at busy Geneva intersection (photos)
A 74-year-old Waterloo man was traveling east on State Route 5, and was attempting a left hand turn – when deputies say his vehicle was struck by another traveling west on State Route 5 at the intersection with County Road 6. The crash caused delays at the scene for some time after the crash, which happened at 11:22 am. The... more

ROAD RAGE: Fairport man charged after assaulting Canandaigua driver

ROAD RAGE: Fairport man charged after assaulting Canandaigua driver
Deputies in Ontario County say that a Fairport man is facing an assault charge after a road rage incident, which took place on West Lake Rd. in Canandaigua. Around 6 am on Wednesday deputies responded to West Lake Road for the report of a physical altercation, which followed the report of an erratic driver. Deputies say the vehicles were driving... more

STATE POLICE: 34 vehicles involved in Thruway pileup between 39 and 40

STATE POLICE: 34 vehicles involved in Thruway pileup between 39 and 40
State Police Update on Friday No life-threatening injuries. However, a few broken legs were reported. According to State Police 34 vehicles were involved in Thursday’s pileup near the Warners Travel Plaza between exits 39 and 40. The westbound lanes were closed for several hours. Altogether six people were injured. High winds and blowing snow were attributed to causing the crash.... more

Police: Charges pending after car goes off road, crashing through occupied home

Police: Charges pending after car goes off road, crashing through occupied home
The Macedon Police Department is investigating an incident, which resulted in a home on Rt. 350 suffering extensive damage. Police say that 20-year-old Jared Jones was traveling down Rt. 350 when his vehicle traveled 600 to 700 feet off the road, crashing through a home on the property. Two people were home at the time, according to police but none... more

Slowdowns expected on Thruway this week

Slowdowns expected on Thruway this week
Periodic traffic slowdowns are expected on east and westbound I-90 between exits 43 and 46 starting March 6th. According to the New York State Thruway Authority, there will be coordinated 15 minute slowdowns while the National Grid does maintenance. The National Grid will be replacing overhead utility lines that cross I-90 near mile marker 346. This milepost is located between... more

Palmyra man charged with DWI after property damage accident

Palmyra man charged with DWI after property damage accident
The Wayne County Sheriff’s Office reports that on March 6th a Palmyra man was charged with driving while intoxicated after a property damage accident. Deputies arrested Phillip W. Jones, 31, of Palmyra after he was said to be involved in a property damage accident. He was found to be driving while intoxicated when deputies investigated. He was charged with driving... more

Thruway closed overnight near Exit 41 after tractor-trailer flips

Thruway closed overnight near Exit 41 after tractor-trailer flips
The westbound lane of the New York State Thruway was closed overnight due to winds, which blew over a tractor-trailer. The accident happened around 11 pm on Wednesday, and the scene was finally cleared around 7 am on Thursday. It happened just feet away from the Exit 41 off-ramp. Crews were forced to remove the contents of the trailer before... more

Rochester man facing charges after crashing with revoked license

Rochester man facing charges after crashing with revoked license
The Seneca Falls Police Department reports that on Saturday around 6:12 am officers arrested Celvin T. Kirkland, 36, of Rochester following a one car crash. He was found to be driving with a revoked license and was under the influence of alcohol following an investigation into the Rt. 414 crash. Officers say he was charged with failing to use designated... more

Newfield man found with heroin after Ithaca crash

Newfield man found with heroin after Ithaca crash
A 23-year-old Newfield man is facing numerous traffic and drug charges after he caused an accident in Ithaca while under the influence of drugs and alcohol. Police say Dylan T. Vincent, 23, of Newfield crashed his vehicle around 4:30 pm on March 4th near the 400 block of Bostwick Rd. and during the subsequent investigation — was found to be... more

Area flights already delayed, cancelled ahead of winter storm

Area flights already delayed, cancelled ahead of winter storm
If you’re trying to get out of the area ahead of Monday night’s major winter storm — the clock is ticking. As of noontime, thousands of flights had already been delayed or cancelled in Rochester, Syracuse and Ithaca. With connecting flights to major hubs along the east coast — plenty are prepping for days of bogged down travel. New York... more
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