The Chronicle-Express: Consolidation, January 1, 1926, of the Yates County Chronicle (1824) and the Penn Yan Express (1866); the Rushville Chronicle (1905) and the Gorham New Age (1902) The Yates County History Center’s volunteers have gleaned these entries for your enjoyment from their digitized newspapers. You can access them at the free site www.nyshistoricnewspapers.
NAPLES - Quitting smoking or vaping is challenging; however, people across New York State achieve lasting success every day with proper support. The New York State Smokers’ Quitline (Quitline) celebrates those who pursue and maintain tobacco-free living and encourages those who smoke or vape to make a quit-attempt in 2023 – whether it’s a first time or trying again. The Quitline reminds all New York State residents personalized support from trained tobacco treatment specialists and free resources are available seven days a week by calling 1-866-NY-QUITS (1-866-697-8487), texting QUITNOW to 333888 and visiting nysmokefree.com.
GENEVA – Finger Lakes Community College will begin offering wine appreciation classes, starting with Wines of the World in early 2023 and Wines of Europe the following fall. Wines of the World is a 15-week, one-credit class running 4:30 to 6:20 p.m.
Penn Yan First Baptist On Jan. 5, First Baptist had the opportunity to help out with Grandma’s Kitchen for Penn Yan Academy.
Natural Resources Educator CCE Yates County FINGER LAKES -- Who doesn’t love a good New Years’ resolution and protecting the health of our lakes? This year, the Lake Friendly Living Coalition, Keuka Lake Association, and CCE Yates County are taking part in a 2023 Lake Friendly Living Challenge that combines the two! We have outlined a goal to work on each month of the new year to help keep our lakes clean. Keep an eye out each month for these Lake Friendly Living Tips.
PENN YAN Twenty-seven Yates County Employees were recognized for their milestone years of service at last week’s County Legislature meeting. Chairwoman Leslie Church congratulated the workers on their combined 425 years of service to the people of Yates County.
PENN YAN - After long absence and a brush with closure, The Chronicle-Express is happy to report the return of local sales, advertising, and customer service staff to the office at 138 Main St. in Penn Yan.
YATES COUNTY - The challenges associated with operating Slow Moving Vehicles (SMV’s) on the roads and highways are increasing and both the Yates County Farm Bureau and Yates County Sherriff are planning to do something about it. The Yates County Farm Bureau Board of Directors is very pleased to announce the creation of a joint task force involving Yates County Sherriff Ron Spike and the members of the Farm Bureau Organization.
PENN YAN - The following deed transfers, listed by town, were recorded in the Yates County Clerk’s Office during December 2022: Barrington • Marc T. Osborne to Brett A.
YATES COUNTY - This year, the Keuka Outlet Trail made substantial advances at becoming an internationally acclaimed recreational venue for all. The recent work and investment at Cascade Falls, the early staging efforts for the new Hopeton campground, the unveiling of ruins at both Shutt and Fox Mills, and the proposed Master Plan at Seneca Falls are all substantial initiatives taken on by Friends of the Outlet, a 100% volunteer organization. These four projects are summarized below: