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Palmyra Canaltown Days canceled indefinitely
A festival that has been a staple in Wayne County for decades is now just a memory. This week, the organizers of Palmyra Canaltown Days announced the event has been canceled indefinitely. On Tuesday, the festival's board of directors met to assess the status of the event and the outlook...
Ontario County EM: Cleanup moving along in Canandaigua, looking ahead to future events
CANANDAIGUA, N.Y. (WROC) — Cleanup is ongoing from this week’s resurgence of severe weather across Western New York. One of the hardest hit areas was in Canandaigua where an EF-0 tornado was confirmed to have touched down on Monday, July 15. The tornado had estimated winds of 75 mph and tracked along the northern end […]
Roseland Waterpark will remain closed through Wednesday
CANANDAIGUA, N.Y. – Roseland Waterpark will remain closed through Wednesday as crews work to repair damaged power lines on Eastern Boulevard from this week’s storms. The waterpark says it’s ready to open as soon as the boulevard is cleared for traffic. The waterpark was closed on Tuesday as well. A statement from Roseland Waterpark says:
“This is a home for many people in the community:” Extensive damage at Kershaw Park in Canandaigua
CANANDAIGUA, N.Y. (WROC) — The severe thunderstorms and now-confirmed touchdown of an EF-0 tornado Tuesday evening in Canandaigua caused significant damage to the heart of the city. One of the hardest hit locations was Kershaw Park. City Manager, John Goodwin, tells News 8 there were approximately 10 trees which were knocked over. It also affected […]
Destructive storms, large hail and strong winds sweep through upstate NY. See the damage
Another string of strong thunderstorms tore through the Finger Lakes region Monday, producing a possible tornado in Ontario County, along with strong winds, heavy rain and hail less than a week after seven confirmed tornadoes rattled the state. The dangerous weather knocked out power for thousands across upstate New York,...
Downed trees, power lines, and property damage reported after severe storms hit Livingston and Ontario counties
CALEDONIA, N.Y. — Neighbors in Caledonia and Farmington say severe storms brought downed trees, powerlines, and damage to their property on Monday afternoon. “We got the alert on our phones, tornado in the area, we turned on Channel 10 and listened to Stacey and she said at 4:15 this place is going to be rocking, at 4:15 this place was rocking,” Michael Pullybank said.
Crews work to clear downed power lines, trees after Monday’s tornado in Canandaigua
Rain swept through Canandaigua on Tuesday as crews cleaned up downed power lines and trees after Monday’s tornado. City Manager John Goodwin said he’s thankful no one got hurt from the damage over the past 24 hours. “It brings out a lot of emotions in folks, especially a...
US Army Corps- Press release
SODUS POINT, N.Y. — The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Buffalo District awarded a $6.7 million contract to Michigan-based Great Lakes Dock & Materials LLC on July 16 for critical repairs to the Great Sodus Bay East Breakwater. The 100% federally funded project marks the largest investment ever in...
RG&E no longer needs conservation measures in Canandaigua
CANANDAIGUA, N.Y. (WROC) – RG&E no longer needs residents to conserve their energy to assist in power restoration throughout the area. RG&E asked Canandaigua residents for conservation efforts Tuesday afternoon as crews continued to clean up areas in Canandaigua after severe storms ripped through the city Monday. “Those who live on the west side of […]
National Women’s Hall of Fame Unveils Major Renovations in Seneca Falls
(WNY News Now) – Seneca Falls – Governor Kathy Hochul announced the completion of significant renovations to the National Women’s Hall of Fame in Seneca Falls, funded by the Downtown Revitalization Initiative. The project includes a $1 million renovation of the historic smokestack, construction of an elevator and stairwell, and expansion of the second floor, effectively doubling the Hall’s exhibit space.
Note from Supervisor Leenhouts: Celebrating Park and Recreation Month
The Town of Penfield is a special place to call home for many reasons, and our amazing parks and recreation opportunities are certainly near the top of the list. July is Park and Recreation Month, and it is the perfect time to highlight Penfield’s parks and recreation programs. Parks...
Join us on August 23 for the first-ever Town of Penfield Community Health and Wellness Fair
The Town of Penfield is thrilled to announce its first-ever Community Health and Wellness Fair is happening on Friday, August 23 from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Penfield Community Center (1985 Baird Road). The family-friendly event will feature health, safety, and wellness organizations from throughout the area. Highlighting the...
Downtown Canandaigua Art & Music Festival returns
CANANDAIGUA, N.Y. – The Downtown Canandaigua Art & Music Festival will be on Friday, July 19, from 12 p.m.- 7 p.m., Saturday, July 20, and Sunday, July 21 from 10 a.m. -5 p.m. The festival, now in its 36th year, will include juried artists from around the country in...
‘We all did help each other out’: Farmington residents come together to fix storm damage
FARMINGTON, N.Y. — Following Monday’s heavy storms, many communities and homeowners across our area are looking at major damage to their properties. “I’ve been living here for 17 years, and this is the first time I’ve ever been through a storm like this,” said Donna Wicks, a resident of Woodlawn Mobile Home Park in Farmington.
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