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Disagreement over possible punishment for former Macedon Police chief charged with DUI
MACEDON, N.Y. — Sentencing for a former Macedon chief of police accused of driving under the influence in his department-issued vehicle has been delayed. Fabian Rivera was in Walworth Town Court Monday morning. On Nov. 22, 2023, Rivera was accused of being impaired when he hit a car with...
Dogs found malnourished and tied to tree in Farmington, owners arrested
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Two Farmington men were accused of animal cruelty after two dogs were found malnourished and tied to a tree, according to the Ontario County Humane Society. On the morning of April 5, deputies and members of the Humane Society found a male Northern Inuit and a female Alaskan Husky tied up […]
Deputy and Trooper injured while arresting Ontario Co. man on robbery charges
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — The Ontario County Sheriff’s Office announced the arrest of a Shortsville man on Sunday. According to OCSO, on April 21, 29-year-old Kyle Baker was arrested for robbery in the second degree following an investigation into a stolen vehicle complaint out of the town of Manchester. Deputies responded to Water Street in […]
Preparations under way for Wilmot Warrior Weekend
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Excitement is heating up for the annual Wilmot Warrior Weekend. Organizers hosted a launch party Wednesday to kick off registration for the event, which features a bike ride, walk and 5k. This year’s event will be held at the Xerox Center in Webster instead of Genesee Valley Park.Organizers say this will […]
Penfield celebrates Arbor Day with events dedicated to sustainability
Penfield N.Y. — A day of special events was held at the Penfield Community Center on Saturday, including an Arbor Day celebration and an electric vehicle (EV) show. The Arbor Day Celebration highlighted the importance of native trees, plants, and pollinators. The event featured a free native shrub giveaway. Featured shrubs included the Northern Bayberry (12-18" seedling) and the Red Osier Dogwood (12-24" seedling).
OUTDOORS: Details on upcoming fishing events, bass tournament regulations and guided bird hikes | Sports
As summer approaches, several local fishing derbies and bird-watching tours have announced dates for upcoming events. The 3rd Annual Kids’ Fishing Derby is to happen along the banks of the Erie Canal (also known as the “Clyde River”) in Clyde, NY. Date: Saturday, June 1, 2024. Time:...
Ontario County man arrested after allegedly opening RG&E account in another person's name
Manchester, N.Y. — An Ontario County man is facing charges after allegedly opening an RG&E account in another person’s name without them knowing. Police said Robert Charles Mendez, 38, of Manchester, used a fraudulent RG&E account in another person's name for over a year. Mendez was arrested for...
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