Column: “New budget must address economic, public safety, affordability”
The weekly word from NYS Senator Tom O’Mara of the 57th Senate District The April 1 deadline for enacting a new state budget is fast approaching and the Democrat majorities […]
Ly Kesse, 66, Alfred
Ly Kesse died unexpectedly on February 28, 2024, surrounded by family. She is survived her loving husband Walter Mason, her son Rein Mason of Buffalo, NY, her grandson Kasper Mason […]
Rural Homelessness on the Rise: Unveiling the Hidden Crisis in Finger Lakes Communities
“Homelessness has surged by a staggering 215% collectively in Ontario, Seneca, Wayne, and Yates counties” Common Ground Health seeks to help turn the tide By: Johanna Elattar In a region […]
Pollock: The Bills are trying to figure out salary cap mess, but it’s not the darkest time in history
By Sun Senior Columnist CHUCK POLLOCK The messages trickled into my phone Wednesday afternoon revealing the roster dismantling the Bills had begun as they desperately tried to dig out of […]
Scouting Report: World’s Shortest St. Pat’s Parade is Friday March 15 in Wellsville
Allegany County Ancient Order of Hibernians has a big celebration planned!! From the “HIbernians”, pictured is Sister Alice Roach in the 2023 inagural parade The second annual “Worlds Shortest Saint […]
Video, photos: Coach Putnam, Coach Slisz size up Far West Regionals, Avoca-Prattsburgh vs Pine Valley
By JOHN ANDERSON, interviews and photos by MADISYN HERMAN Watching the Avoca and Prattsburgh basketball teams dominate over the years has been a given. In 2020, the two teams won […]
Video, story and photos: Hornell faces Southwestern for Final 4; look back at the title game
By JOHN ANDERSON, photos by Drew Golden of The Golden Lens Hornell and Southwestern have had sights set on state championships for years. Both girls’ teams had sectional championship seasons […]
Arkport Central School praised for handling of lockdown after scary social media post
By JOHN ANDERSON Thanks to policies, procedures and being prepared, a report of an alleged active shooter at Arkport Central School on Thursday afternoon was figured out and parents were notified […]
Canisteo-Greenwood Central School Board will meet Monday March 11, read agenda
REGULAR MEETING High School Conference Room 6:00 PM PUBLIC AGENDA MONDAY, MARCH 11, 2024 I. BOARD OF EDUCATION Opening of the Meeting President, Mike Nisbet calls the Regular Board of Education meeting […]
Linda L. Gleason, 75, Hornell
Linda L. (Smith) Gleason – 75 – of 6 Sheldon Court, Hornell, died Wednesday morning, March 6, 2024 at her home, following a long illness. Born in Hornell on June […]
Letter to the Editor: Local Democrat shares thoughts on President Biden SOTU speech
By Karen Patterson, Almond NY One hour and seven minutes without a single named called. Without threatening violence against the rude interruptions. Without disparaging anyone or going off onto wild, […]
Congressman Langworthy Slams Biden’s Divisive State of the Union Address
From the Office of Congressman Nick Langworthy, WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Nick Langworthy (NY-23) released the following statement after President Joe Biden’s State of the Union address tonight: “Instead of bringing […]
New York State Democratic Party Statement on President Biden’s 2024 State of the Union
From the NYS Democratic Party, Following President Biden’s State of the Union, New York State Democratic Party Chairman Jay Jacobs released the following statement: “Tonight, President Biden spoke directly to […]
Canaseraga Lions Club upgrades ambulance equipment
Emergency crews have a new hydraulic stretcher thanks to community donations From the Canaserago Lions, On February 21st the Canaseraga Lions Club was able to upgrade one of the Canaseraga Ambulance […]
Live music in Geneseo this weekend!! Drumroll hosts “Personal Blend” and “Flying Boxcar”
Don’t forget about the sushi!!! By Andrew Harris Have you had the chance to visit Geneseo’s new funky hotspot on Court Street? This is the weekend to check out Drumroll […]