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Upcoming On The Canals excursions in Brockport
The Village of Brockport is offering the following free events through the On the Canals program sponsored by the New York Power Authority. Ready to discover the world of birds? Join this one-hour introductory bird walk in Brockport’s Corbett Park and along the Erie Canal. No experience needed – just bring your curiosity. Learn how to use binoculars/monoculars to spot our feathered friends and be introduced to the common birds in our area. It’s the perfect way to enjoy nature, learn something new, and have a great time outdoors. Bird Walks are open to participants age 10 and up. Those under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
CCCSD appoints Director of Continuing Education
At its August 13 meeting, the Churchville-Chili Board of Education appointed Michelle Matthews to the district’s Director of Continuing Education position beginning September 16, 2024, ahead of the retirement of the current director, Wendy Reese, on October 15. Ms. Matthews has worked in the district’s Continuing Education department for...
Steel signing ceremony highlights progress on Brockport Pedestrian Bridge
New York State Canal Corporation Director Brian Stratton joined Brockport Mayor Margay Blackman, SUNY Brockport President Heidi Macpherson, and other officials on Wednesday, August 14, in a “steel signing” ceremony to highlight the construction progress of the Brockport Pedestrian Bridge over the Erie Canal. The Brockport Pedestrian Bridge...
Spencerport mentalist Anthony Prezutti performing at Rochester Fringe Festival
Spencerport mentalist and mind reader Anthony Prezutti is debuting his all new show at the Rochester Fringe Festival on September 19 and 21 at the JCC CenterStage Theatre. Anthony brings a unique and modern type of show to the stage and takes pride in not following the typical mentalist path. Many of his routines are self created and will not be seen anywhere else. He loves to use video as part of his shows which makes for a much more entertaining experience. Audience participation is crucial, as guests on stage frequently create the best comedy.
Quantum Breakthrough: Scientists Use Sound Waves To Enable the Future of the Internet
Researchers have developed new methods for coupling light to surface-gliding sound waves. Researchers at the University of Rochester have employed surface acoustic waves to tackle a major challenge in the development of a quantum internet. In a new study published in Nature Communications, scientists from Rochester’s Institute of Optics and...
Byron-Bergen students flex leadership skills to benefit school in Belize
Twenty-six boxes of school and athletic supplies arrived in Belize on August 7, 2024, destined for the Soccotz R.C. School in San Ignacio. The story of the boxes began five months earlier when the Byron-Bergen Adventure Club traveled to Belize over Spring Break. Their visit to the Soccotz R.C. School included meetings with students and staff as well as classroom tours and a game of soccer. The visit also revealed that the classrooms were under-resourced and relied on supply donations or, in some cases, the purchase of school supplies by teachers. This realization led a few Byron-Bergen students to brainstorm ways of supporting the Belizean school by helping provide supplies and materials. Tenth-grade students Ava Goff, Megan Jarkewicz, and Libby Starowitz were among these students.
Orleans County Soil & Water receives grant for tree removal in Holley
The Orleans County Soil and Water District (SWCD) has been awarded a $350,046 grant from New York State that will be used to remove dead and dying ash trees in Holley Canal Falls Park. The grant award came through the Urban and Community Forest grant program funded by the United States Forest Service and was announced by Governor Hochul earlier this month.
DiNapoli Audit Critical of Falconer Central School District's Budgeting Practices
A state audit has found that the Falconer Central School District did not properly manage its fund balance and reserves from July 2020 through April 2024. New York State Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli says the audit found that Falconer School Board and district officials failed to implement corrective action despite audits from 2009 and 2016 that identified similar deficiencies. According to DiNapoli, district officials' budgeting practices resulted in the district levying more real property taxes than needed, a significant accumulation of surplus fund balance in excess of the statutory limit and missed opportunities to lower real property taxes.
Rain stays away for Sunday
Rochester, N.Y. — A weak shortwave will pass across the region on Sunday, but the timing will prove to be largely restrictive for convection as it will occur earlier in the day. Another rogue shower cannot be ruled out completely for the remainder of the day, but the chance is low. Areas well east of Rochester will have a better opportunity to see a stray shower or two in the afternoon with this associated trough.
Holley MS/HS Interact Club busy volunteering
Holley MS/HS Interact Club has been busy volunteering along the Erie Canal this summer through the NYS Adopt a Trail Program. They’ve been assessing conditions, picking up litter and clearing away obstacles. They’ll continue doing this twice a month until November. Photos from @HolleyCSD on X.
Clarence Center Fire Dept. Labor Day Fair and Parade- August 30 to September 2, 2024- Clarence, NY
Clarence Center Fire Dept. Labor Day Fair and Parade– August 30 to September 2, 2024 .Features midway, beer tent,live music, craft fair, demolition derby and fireworks. Plus chowder, chciekn BBA, Ribs (friday), Italian sausage, dogs, burgers. Nerds Gone Wild, Hit N’ Run, Wasted Whisky, Christian Kramer. 5PM-• Midway...
The Great Winter Reveal for New York State
The Old Farmer's Almanac has been predicting the seasons for more than 225 years. What's winter have in store for New York State?. It looks like the same thing we've been seeing for the past several seasons - mild & dry. In the Northeast, including New York a "gentler-than-normal season that’s not so rough and tough," is being forecasted.
Massive Change To Liquor Law In New York
Governor Hochul has signed a bill that makes a huge change to the liquor law in New York State. The new law will allow distillers in the state direct access to more consumers. Senate Bill S2852A and the Assembly version A3132,. "Authorizes the direct intrastate and interstate shipment of liquor,...
NY weather update: Flood advisory likely to expire at 12:15 a.m.
The advisory was for Dutchess County. "The Flood Advisory will expire at 12:15 a.m. early this morning for a portion of east central New York, including the following area, Dutchess. The heavy rain has ended. Flooding is no longer expected to pose a threat. Please continue to heed remaining road closures," according to the National Weather Service.
N.Y. Lottery: Mega Millions soars to $575 million ahead of Tuesday’s drawing
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Mega Millions’ Tuesday drawing is soaring to astronomical heights — like, you could buy your own island kind of heights. As of Sunday, Aug. 25, the Mega Millions jackpot is standing at an impressive $575 million. Fortunately — or unfortunately, if you played...
Beware! This Email Scam Is Hitting New York Again
DO NOT BE SCAMMED! There is an email scam making its way through New York State again and even the most aware New Yorker can be fooled. Warning - If you receive an email with the subject line Traffic Citation it's most likely a scam! I received this exact email earlier this year and immediately contacted the New York State Police. This is what they had to say.
Bills urged to cut ties with veteran linebacker before Week 1
It is the last preseason game for the Buffalo Bills and we are four quarters away from getting past what feels like the longest part of the lead up to the regular season. It doesn’t matter if the Bills win or lose this game. All that matters is that they leave this game as healthy as possible. The last two weeks, the roster has taken a big hit with the injury bug.
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