Count me among the people looking for something other than watching the Super Bowl to do next Sunday evening. For a little background, I consider myself a member of the Bills Mafia, something I inherited from my father.
PENN YAN - On the coincidence of Martin Luther King Day and the inauguration of President Trump Jan. 20, people from across the Finger Lakes region and beyond braved the cold and joined together in Penn Yan, vowing to "Defend our community from far-right attacks and reject the rule of billionaire bigots," per statements posted on social media.
I've written in the past about voter enrollment in Yates County, but maybe it's time for a little refresher, with encouragement for New York State to take action toward open primaries, among other things. It's happening slowly, but there is a shift in Yates County political party enrollment.
The Board of the Dundee Area United Fund is pleased to announce that it has met and exceeded its goal of $29,600 and will soon be making a distribution of 125% to our participating agencies. Our Fund Drive Co-Chairpersons are to be commended for their efforts, as are the many community members and supporters who responded generously to the need of our local organizations.
ALBANY – A coalition of nonprofits started the new year by calling on Gov. Kathy Hochul to address the struggles of rural communities across the state.
In the late 1960s a number of immigrants moved to the Yates County area and helped build the basis of a business that would spark brief economic growth in the area. They were skilled, trained, and experienced, and they brought their families who, in some cases, have blended into the communities over the following generations.
For years now, we have had to deal with the effects of the disastrous energy policies put forth by Albany Democrats. Unfortunately, the worst may be yet to come with Gov.
On Sunday, December 29, 2024, Pastor Deb Roher led the Benton United Methodist Church in its final service after 231 years. The final two services each had almost 70 people in attendance.
New York State voters approved the Equal Rights Amendment 56.8% to 34.1% in last year's election. There was much confusion about how the amendment would affect New Yorkers.
New Year's is my least favorite holiday, mainly because of the expectations it commands. Why one day out of a single year should be designated a turning point in my life will always puzzle me.