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AIR CARE: Mercy Flight provides in-flight look at service (video)

AIR CARE: Mercy Flight provides in-flight look at service (video)
Flying is the fastest way to get around. When it comes to a life-threatening illness – there isn’t any way to get a patient to an area trauma center or hospital faster. That’s where Mercy Flight comes into the equation. The above video provides an in-depth look at what Mercy Flight is all about once they’re in the air. The... more

FLCC professor named ‘Citizen of the Year’

FLCC professor named ‘Citizen of the Year’
John J. Van Niel is a professor of Environmental Conservation at Finger Lakes Community College, where he has taught for the last 22 years. In addition to his classroom instruction, for which he received the 2015 SUNY Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Teaching, he is also the Director of FLCC’s East Hill Campus. His efforts have helped position the college... more

STUDY: How much does fighting fires in Ontario Co. cost taxpayers?

STUDY: How much does fighting fires in Ontario Co. cost taxpayers?
The goal was to learn more about fire service in Ontario County. The Ontario County Values, Inc. or OCVI, an independent and not-for-profit corporation was formed to compare the costs of local government services in Ontario County. The results have been released. As expected there are disparities throughout Ontario County — when it comes to actual cost for fire services.... more

Registered sex offender exposes himself at store to two children in Ontario Co.

Registered sex offender exposes himself at store to two children in Ontario Co.
A 47-year-old Canandaigua man is facing two charges after an incident of public lewdness at a store in Victor. Deputies say that on January 22nd they received a complaint from a parent stating that an unknown male had just exposed himself to two 11-year-old children while inside the Michael’s Arts and Crafts store in Victor. Upon deputies arriving on the... more

Ontario Co. teens charged with burglary after two month investigation

Ontario Co. teens charged with burglary after two month investigation
On February 2nd at 4 pm deputies with the Ontario County sheriffs department arrested three area teens following an investigation into stolen property in the town of Farmington. Deputies arrested Robert J. Clegg, 17, of Canandaigua, Austin J. Allen, 17, Farmington, and Jacob D’agostino, 18, of Canandaigua – charging them with second-degree burglary. The trio allegedly entered a property on... more

Rich Funke: NY should give $3M to save Finger Lakes racetrack

Rich Funke: NY should give M to save Finger Lakes racetrack
Sen. Rich Funke wants the state to pay $3 million to ensure Thoroughbred racing continues at a track in Farmington as competition for gambling dollars grow. The Perinton Republican was set to introduce a bill Tuesday evening calling on the state to appropriate funds to protect purses at Finger Lakes Gaming & Racetrack, which employs roughly 1,200. The legislation also... more

FLX Weekly: Ride sharing coming to the Finger Lakes, del Lago’s first week & romantic weekend events (podcast)

FLX Weekly: Ride sharing coming to the Finger Lakes, del Lago’s first week & romantic weekend events (podcast)
Join Jessica Lahr and the FingerLakes1.com Staff for a rundown of everything going on in the Finger Lakes this week and a look at the weather, sports and events that will shape your upcoming February weekend in the region. With Valentine’s Day next Tuesday, many couples will be looking to celebrate this weekend. more

Canandaigua man accused of sexual contact with child

Canandaigua man accused of sexual contact with child
On February 8th at approximately 2:30 pm, officers of the Canandaigua Police Department arrested Michael T. Treese, 44, of Canandaigua for second-degree sexual conduct against a child. It’s alleged that Treese had sexual contact with a 12-year-old child on multiple occasions while in the City of Canandaigua. He was arraigned in Canandaigua City Court and ordered to be held in... more

Canandaigua man charged after fight with child

Canandaigua man charged after fight with child
On February 9th officers with the Canandaigua Police Department arrested Raymond R. Hurlburt, 43, of Canandaigua after he allegedly was involved in an altercation with a child. Officers say Hurlburt got into a physical altercation with a child causing numerous scratches and a black eye. He also allegedly forced the child outside in the cold, without shoes or proper clothing.... more

Canandaigua man accused of assaulting woman

Canandaigua man accused of assaulting woman
Members of the Canandaigua Police Department arrested a Canandaigua man on multiple charges after he assaulted a female victim during a domestic incident. Sabastian V. Washington, 40, of Canandaigua was charged with second-degree unlawful imprisonment, fourth-degree criminal mischief, and second-degree harassment. He is accused of slapping a female victim, throwing her on the bed, and preventing her from leaving the... more

Deputies: 8-year-old witnessed domestic incident in Canandaigua

Deputies: 8-year-old witnessed domestic incident in Canandaigua
A Canandaigua man was charged with endangering the welfare of a child after deputies say he was identified as the aggressor in an incident between his girlfriend and himself. Deputies charged Gordon Potter III, 27, of Canandaigua with endangering the welfare of a child after an incident on Sunday. The incident between Potter and his girlfriend was witnessed by his... more

Three arrested on felony drug charges after traffic stop

Three arrested on felony drug charges after traffic stop
Three people are facing felony drug charges after a traffic stop in Geneva. On Wednesday around 7:47 pm officers stopped a vehicle on Middle Street for a variety of vehicle and traffic violations. Upon investigation three individuals were charged with third-degree criminal possession of a controlled substance after packaged heroin was discovered. Jonathan Rodriquez-Felix, 34, of Canandaigua, Alexandra M. McMann,... more

NY Lottery: Winning $50,000 Powerball ticket sold in Canandaigua

NY Lottery: Winning ,000 Powerball ticket sold in Canandaigua
A winning Powerball ticket worth $50,000 was sold in Canandaigua, the New York Lottery announced Thursday. The third prize ticket for Wednesday’s Powerball drawing was sold at Tops Markets, 5150 North Road in Canandaigua. The winning numbers for the drawing were 5, 28, 33, 38, 42 and Powerball 19. To win $50,000, the player must match four of five numbers... more

OUR FINGER LAKES HISTORY: The Underground Railroad in the Finger Lakes (podcast)

Our Finger Lakes History: The Underground Railroad in the Finger Lakes (podcast)
Seneca County Historian Walter Gable takes a fascinating look at the history of the Underground Railroad and anti-slavery movement of the late 1800,’s in the Finger Lakes. See the numerous buildings and homes that served as stations on the Underground Railroad throughout the region and learn about the individuals who played a part in aiding runaway freedom seekers who were... more

Canandaigua woman facing half-dozen drug charges

Canandaigua woman facing half-dozen drug charges
On Tuesday, members of the Canandaigua Police Department arrested a Canandaigua woman on drug charges following an investigation. Officers charged Emily C. Hiler, 29, with third-degree criminal possession of a controlled substance and five counts of possession of a hypodermic needle. Hiler was arrested after it was discovered that she possessed approximately 25 packaged baggies of heroin and 5 hypodermic... more
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