Special Delivery: LeRoy Police Department reports a call came with a birth certificate
(Photo: LeRoy Police officer Selah Martek, who also served as a school resource officer for a year in 2022, is more than one of the top cops in the area. […]
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Thomas Lee Seamans, 83, Cuba
Thomas Lee Seamans, 83, left this world peacefully January 16, 2026, surrounded by his loving family at Cuba Memorial Hospital. Thomas was born on July 14, 1942, in Olean NY, […]
A Golden Girl: Me and the USS Jason Dunham
The author attended the ship’s christening in 2009 and the commissioning in 2010 at Port Everglades Florida A COLUMN By Kathryn Ross This weekend, some of the 300-member crew and […]
Local SEO in 2026: What Google’s AI Overviews Mean for Your “Near Me” Searches
Local search has always been about relevance, proximity, and trust. But in 2026, Google’s AI Overviews are fundamentally changing how those signals are interpreted and how local businesses appear in search results. If your local SEO strategy still revolves around ranking blue links alone, it’s time for a serious update.
Ann McKay, 85, Pittsford NY, formerly of Wellsville
Ann McKAY, 85, of Pittsford, NY, passed away April 23, 2025. Born January 23, 1940, in Wellsville, she was the daughter of Felix and Marie Cristini Biancuzzo. In 1980, she married […]
Former lawman going to federal prison for 9 years for child abuse and exploitation
Stuart J. McHenry, 35, Hornellsville violated the public trust and children’s innocence From the US Attorney, FORMER STEUBEN COUNTY SHERIFF’S DEPUTY GOING TO PRISON ON CHILD PORNOGRAPHY CHARGES ROCHESTER, NY—U.S. […]
Alfred State welcomes new employees
Alfred State announced the addition of fifteen new employees during Dr. Steven Mauro’s opening address. Alfred State College (ASC) welcomed fifteen new employees to the college community during Dr. Steven […]
Steven P. Mellor, 58, Honeoye Falls / Wellsville
February 6, 1967 — January 11, 2026 Suddenly Sunday January 11, 2026 Predeceased by his grandparents. George and Virginia Knapp. Survived by his Loving partner, Sydnee Joy Mayer. Sons, Lee […]
SEMPOLINSKI: Governor Hochul ignores Seneca Nation Gaming compact
Assemblyman reacts to Hochul’s “State of the State” From the Office of Assemblyman Joe Sempolinski, Assemblyman Joe Sempolinski criticized Gov. Hochul for ignoring the expired gaming compact between the Seneca […]
FEDS: Two Western NY men plead guilty to child abuse and exploitation
Olean NY man pleads after committing despicable crimes against young children Prior offender from Rochester was released on probation, still preyed on children From the US Attorney’s Office, SOUTHERN TIER […]
Regina Ludden McGinnis, 99, Rochester NY, formerly of Wellsville
Regina Ludden McGINNIS, 99, of Rochester, NY, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 26, 2025 at The Friendly Home in Rochester. Born June 16, 1926, in Wellsville, she was the […]
Borrello, Palmesano react to Governor Hochul’s “State of the State”
Read New York Republican reaction From the Office of NY State Senator Borrello, the Office of NY State Assemblyman Phil Palmesano Statement from Senator George Borrello on Governor Hochul’s State […]
Sinclair: Hoist the Main-sail! Catch the ‘Winds of Change’
“We all, from nations all the way down to the individual soul, need to set sail now, for a humane future.” A COLUMN By Frederick Sinclair The ‘Winds of Change’ […]
Governor Hochul delivers the “State of the State” annual address, read the full speech
” I believe 250 years from now people will look back on this moment….” From New York State Governor Kathy Hochul, Hello New York! I want to thank the Pride […]
“Save New York” agenda announced by O’Mara, Ortt, and state Republicans
A plan to bring back affordability, a safer and healthier New York, more commonsense energy policies, and government accountability Albany, N.Y., January 12— To kick off the beginning of the 2026 […]