On December 17, 2018 at around 3:21PM, the Geneva Police Department was dispatched for an attempted abduction of a 13-year-old male. While walking home from the Geneva Middle School, the victim observed a black Toyota Sienna minivan in the area of the Carter Road, Oak Street, High Street and Pulteney Street.
Van similar to one being [...]
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Geneva Police Seek Help in Attempted ...
On December 17, 2018 at around 3:21PM, the Geneva Police Department was dispatched for an attempted abduction of a 13-year-old male. While walking home from the Geneva Middle School, the victim observed a black Toyota Sienna minivan in the area of the Carter Road, Oak Street, High Street and Pulteney Street.
Van similar to one being [...]
SFPD Files DWI Charge
On Saturday, December 15, 2018, at 12:19 am the Town of Seneca Falls Police Department arrested David C. Beck, age 37, of Syosset, following a traffic stop on River Road. Police originally stopped Beck for disobeying a traffic control device.
The vehicle he was operating was observed passing a stop sign, failing to stop. During the t [...]
House of Concern Holiday Wish List
Are you looking for a creative way to give back during the holiday season? The Seneca County House of Concern has put together a “Wish List” of their biggest needs. Your contribution will go specifically toward the item you selected and you can even choose the denomination you’d like to donate!
You are invited to purchase the total cost o [...]
Statewide DWI Crackdown for Holiday S...
Seneca County to Participate in Statewide STOP-DWI Holiday SeasonCrackdown Enforcement Effort
Impaired Driving Crackdown runs December 13, 2018 – January 1, 2019.
Seneca County Sheriff W. Timothy Luce announced that Seneca County police agencies will participate in a special enforcement effort to crackdown on impaired driving.
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Special Reading of The Nutcracker at ...
Don’t have anything planned for the kids after Christmas? Come visit us at the Seneca Falls Historical Society for our special story time event! Bring your warm and comfy clothes for a reading of the holiday classic, The Nutcracker.
There will be warm beverages and a fun craft after the reading. This event will take place on Thursday [...]
Fred Capozzi Honored with 15th Annual...
Fred Capozzi photographed in the Seneca Falls Historical Society
Karolyn “Zuzu” Grimes presentted the 15th Annual George Bailey Award to Fred Capozzi Saturday, as part of the It’s a Wonderful Life Weekend. The ceremony was held at Trinity Episcopal Church.
Fred Capozzi was born and raised in Seneca Falls, along with his identical [...]
DanceForce Announces Expansion Of Cho...
The New York State DanceForce, in partnership with the New York State Council on the Arts, announces the second year of the Western New York Choreographers’ Initiative (WNYCI). The 2019 cycle will expand from ten counties to seventeen, supporting choreographers living in New York’s westernmost counties: Chautauqua, Niagara, Erie, Cattaraugus [...]
Seneca County Sheriff Monthly Snapsho...
LAW ENFORCEMENT:
Total Calls For Service: 985
Total Arrests: 71
NARCO:
Total new drug cases: 4
Total arrests: 15
CORRECTIONS:
Average Number of Inmates: 57
Monthly Total Made for Boarding In: $30,604.60; Yearly Total: $408, 703.37
CIVIL:
Total Summons/Complaints/Services: 42
Total Income [...]
Man Accused of Damaging Residence �...
The Seneca County Sheriff’s Office reports, on December 14th, 2018, at approximately 8:45AM, Investigators arrested Raymond J. Tortorello, age 30, formerly of 312 Gravel Road, Seneca Falls.
Tortorello was charged with Criminal Mischief in the second degree, a class D Felony, and Petit Larceny, a class A Misdemeanor. It is alleged th [...]
del Lago Resort Casino Announces Clin...
Del Lago Resort & Casino announced that country music legend Clint Black will perform on Friday, March 29 at 8 p.m. Tickets go on sale on Friday, Dec. 14 at noon and may be purchased in person at the del Lago Resort & Casino box office, by calling the box office at 315-946-1695 or at dellagoresort.com/entertainment.
Clint Black
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Lyons Business of the Month is Maître...
Christopher VanEpps became the proud owner of Maitre D’@ Trombinos, a restaurant boasting new age American fare, in the iconic Trombino’s building at 12 Pearl Street, Lyons, in the fall of 2017.
Christopher VanEpps
VanEpps, a former Pittsford restauranteur, brings a 19-year restaurant career to the Wayne County and Finger Lakes regi [...]
Smith Center for the Arts appoints Re...
GENEVA NY — The Smith Center for the Arts announces the appointment of Rebecca Burditt as a new member of its Board of Directors. She joins The Smith’s Board after serving on its Film Committee since 2016. Her three-year term begins immediately.
Rebecca Burditt
Burditt is an Assistant Professor in the Media and Society Prog [...]
Holiday Cheer at the December Finger ...
GENEVA – Normally a discussion group addressing contemporary issues, the Finger Lakes Forum will offer a special program of holiday cheer Monday, Dec. 17, at 6 p.m. at Club 86.
Performing songs of the season will be the popular CoolClub and the Lipker Sisters. The Cool Club is made up of four veteran musicians who perform, like their [...]
Seneca Falls Police Report: DWI and P...
Falls Woman Faces Petit Larceny Charge
Lucina P. Davies
On December 8th, 2018 at 4:17 pm, the Town of Seneca Falls Police Department arrested Lucina P. Davies, age 51, of Seneca Falls for Petit Larceny following a shoplifting complaint at the Wal-Mart Supercenter. Davies is accused of stealing $232.28 worth of merchandise from WalMart. [...]
Police Say Texas Man Had Large Quanti...
On December 8, 2018, at 7:44 am, the Town of Seneca Falls Police Department arrested Johnny R. Pillow, age 32, of Houston, Texas for Criminal Possession of Marijuana and Inadequate Brake Light following a traffic stop on State Route 5.
During the stop, a large quantity of marijuana was found in the vehicle.
Pillow was processed [...]
Clifton Man Charged with Trespass on ...
Conor O’Rourke
On December 9, 2018, at 5:24 pm ,the Town of Seneca Falls Police Department arrested Conor O’Rourke, age 22 of Clifton Springs, for Trespass and Resisting Arrest following suspicious activity complaint.
Police observed O’Rourke trespassing on Town of Seneca Falls property after closed hours and when Or [...]
Count Down to New Year at del Lago Re...
del Lago has Something for Everyone this New Year’s EveWRing in the new year with del Lago Resort & Casino as the casino counts down to 2019 with something exciting for everyone. From the gaming floor to live entertainment and delicious dining options, del Lago Resort & Casino will offer guests a night full of festivities during [...]
Salvation Army Red Kettle Campaign Fa...
The Salvation Army Annual Red Kettle Campaign Falling Behind Statewide Officials concerned as year-round need continues to increase
The Salvation Army Empire State Division provided nearly 4 million meals to individuals and families who needed it most, thanks to so many who generously gave to last year’s Annual Red Kettle Campaign. Fu [...]
Genevans Receiving e-Mailed bomb Thre...
On December 13th, 2018 at approximately 1:49pm the Geneva Police Department responded to the Geneva General Hospital complex for the reported Bomb Threat which was received via e-mail.
Fake bomb threat at Geneva General Hospital
The Geneva Police Department responded immediately with plain clothed officer’s and within minutes of our i [...]
GPD Arrests Bank Robbery Suspect
Ortho J. Arnold
Geneva Police Department Detective Unit & Uniform Patrol, arrested Ortho J. Arnold, 40, of 16 Lafayette Ave., Geneva, for Robbery in the 1st Degree, a B Felony on 12.12.18 @ approximately 12:18am, .
This arrest is the result of an intense investigation into the Bank Robbery that occurred at the Community Bank in th [...]
Geneva Police Attempt to Identify Ban...
The Geneva Police Department is investigating an armed Bank Robbery that occurred at the Community Bank at 5 Seneca Street in the City of Geneva at approximately 9:00 am on December 10th, 2018.
Images from surveillance video.
During the Robbery the male suspect, who was wearing a mask, displayed what appeared to be a hand gun through [...]
Seattle Pastor to Preach at First Pre...
Greg Asimakoupoulos
Pastor Greg will be read a chapter from his book “Finding God in It’s a Wonderful Life” at 12:30 in the parish hall. He will also sell and sign copies of his book at that time. Those interested in attending are invited to bring a sack lunch.
Pastor Greg Asimakoupoulos will be giving the morning message at First Pres [...]
Community Bank N.A. Donates $5,000 to...
Photo (left to right): American Red Cross Finger Lakes Chapter Executive Director Brian McConnell and Community Bank N.A. Ovid Branch Manager Jaqueline Robinson.
Ovid, N.Y. — Community Bank N.A.’s Ovid branch recently presented the American Red Cross Finger Lakes Chapter with a $5,000 donation to support flood relief caused from this [...]
Waterloo Student Accused of “Ma...
On Thursday 12/6/2018 at about 2:17pm the Waterloo Police Dept. investigated the report of a potential threat made to Waterloo Central School District students and school.
With swift efforts and cooperation between the Waterloo Police Dept. and school officials, a thorough investigation identified a 14 year old student had made [...]
Bread, Salt & Wine” – It’s a Won...
Seneca Falls, N.Y. – Habitat for Humanity of Seneca County announced today that “The Bailey Kids” presented housewarming gifts to the owner of a house built together by the family and Habitat for Humanity at 25 Grove Street in Waterloo.
In the movie “It’s a Wonderful Life” George Bailey and his wife bring a housewarming gif [...]
Four Actors From It’s a Wonderful Lif...
Zuzu Bailey & Karolyn Grimes
Four of the five surviving actors from It’s a Wonderful Life are returning to Seneca Falls this week for the It’s a Wonderful Life Festival. Karolyn Grimes (Zuzu Bailey), Carol Coombs (Janie Bailey), Jimmy Hawkins (Tommy Bailey) and Jeanine Roose (Young Violet Bick) will make presentations, appear at special [...]
Road Closings for Wonderful Life Week...
Here is a list of dates and times roads will be closed to thru traffic during the It’s a Wonderful Life Festival in downtown Seneca Falls.
The Its A Wonderful 5K Run which will take place on December 8th, 2018 at 4:40pm.
The roads that will be affected are Bridge St, West Bayard St, Veteran’s Bridge, Rumsey St, Chapel St, State St [...]
Complete Calendar for Wonderful Life ...
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 6, 2018
7pm – 8:15pm “Merry Christmas, George Bailey!” by the Seneca Community Players. You don’t want to miss this live radio show! Come to the Academy Square Auditorium at 12 N. Park St. Tickets are $8 and can be purchased in advance at WomanMade Products in Seneca Falls, by phone at 315-568-9364 or at the door.
FRIDAY, D [...]
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Seneca Falls Police reports the separate arrests of four individuals on charges including petit larceny, endangering the welfare of a child, obstruction, and offering a false statement.
Alleged Shoplifter Refuses to Cooperate with Police
Alan J. White II
On Sunday, December 2, 2018, at 2:14 pm the Town of Seneca Falls Pol [...]
Geneva Man Charged with Intentionally...
Joshua T. Oakley
A Geneva man has been charged with intentionally setting fire to a roof of a building on S. Main St. which damaged the building.
On 12.2.2018 @ approximately 5:58 pm, Geneva Police Department arrested Joshua T. Oakley, 22, of 708 S. Main St. Geneva for Arson in the 4th Degree an E Felony.
The individual allegedly intentionall [...]
