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News for the week of
September 23, 2007

In Features:

A day on the set
Christian filmmaker Rich Christiano began filming his fifth movie, “The Secrets of Jonathan Sperry,” in August. The Village of Brockport is the main backdrop with a few scenes located in Holley and Rochester. more

Angel Food program growing monthly
"Serving neighbors one box at a time" is the theme behind the Angel Food ministry - a nationwide program that is being implemented through the Brockport Free Methodist Church to provide quality food at an affordable price. more

Contemporary Landscape exhibit a portrait of the modern world
The urbanization of America, and the modernization of life as we know it, has altered our perceptions of what a landscape might be. The Contemporary Landscape, a visual art exhibit at SUNY College at Brockport's Tower Fine Arts Gallery, might alter those perceptions even further. more

Cross-county connection leads to party with a purpose
Hannah Congdon lived across the county and Bill Minoia had never met her, but still their connection was too much for him to ignore. more

Developer requests rezoning in Adams Basin area
The proposed rezoning of a parcel of land in Ogden near the hamlet of Adams Basin (Route 36 near Brockport-Spencerport Road) could have the potential to change the rural character of the area, opponents say. more

Gathering is a celebration of
lasting memories in Brockport
Sixty-two friends gathered Saturday, September 15 at the Brockport Conservation Club, bringing memories, memorabilia and tall stories as they remembered their minibike racing days. more

Hilton Apple Fest continues commitment to community
The 27th annual Hilton Apple Fest (HAF) will take place Saturday, September 29 and Sunday, September 30 at the grounds of the Hilton Community Center located in the Village of Hilton. more

Photographs sought for Kendall book
Local author Sarah Brinklow is looking for old photographs that might be used in "Images of America: Around Kendall, Morton and Troutburg," a pictorial history to be published by Arcadia Publishing. more

Possibility of trail concerns some residents
Churchville Mayor Nancy Steedman has addressed recent concerns over the possibility of constructing a pedestrian bridge over Black Creek as part of a walking trail that would connect downtown to the east side of the creek near Baker Street. more

Urger named Best Vintage Tug; area stops set for this fall
The Canal Corporation’s flagship vessel - the historic Tug Urger - was awarded the Best Vintage Tug Cup at the Fifteenth Annual Tug Boat Race Competition held September 2 in New York City. more

Winery would take advantage
of shoreline climate and soil
The Bower's have discovered a hidden treasure in Western Monroe County that they are excited to start sharing with the world. What many have flocked to Canandaigua and Niagara on the Lake for will soon be available on the border of Hilton and Hamlin - delicious wine. more

In Briefly:

Coastal cleanup in Hamlin
Some members from the Hamlin Preservation Group volunteered to clean up the shoreline at Hamlin Beach State Park for the 15th International Coastal Clean Up on Saturday, September 15. more

Field Crop Dealer meeting in October
Cornell Cooperative Extension and the Northwest New York Dairy, Livestock and Field Crops Team will be sponsoring the 2007 Field Crop Dealer Meeting on October 25 at the Batavia Party House, Route 5, in Batavia. more

Politically Speaking:

Local primary election results
In the primary race for Monroe County Legislator for District 1, Dick Yolevich was victorious over Todd Dunn. Yolevich received 53 votes. more

Parma Democratic Committee picks candidates
The Parma Democratic Committee has endorsed four candidates for Parma Town races. more

In Schools:

Holley to present capital project proposals
It's been a long process, but members of the Holley Central School District's Capital Campaign committee are prepared to present their findings to the board of education. more

Proposed capital project meeting in B-B
On Wednesday, October 10, at 7 p.m. in the High School Auditorium, the Byron-Bergen Central School District will host a public information meeting on the proposed capital project and the upcoming vote. more

In Seniors:

Sweden Senior Center celebrates accreditation
The Sweden Senior Center in Brockport celebrated its national accreditation with events at the center on Friday, September 14 and Saturday, September 15. The center, at 133 State Street, became the first nationally accredited senior center in Monroe County earlier this year. more

In Sports

Bisons 12U wrap up season
The Sweden-Clarkson Bisons 12U travel baseball team finished its season by traveling to Cooperstown for tournament play. The tournament was held at the Cooperstown All Star Village during the week of August 4 through 10. The 11 member team, coached by Mike Myers and Tim Coughlin, played six games to determine positioning for the two day final rounds. more

Brockport wins homecoming tilt
Brockport scored 21 points in the second half enroute to a 28-14 win over rival Cortland during the college's Homecoming. The win marked the ninth for the Golden Eagles over the Red Dragons in the last 13 meetings. more

Byron-Bergen alumni soccer game scheduled
On Saturday, September 29, all former soccer players from Byron-Bergen are invited to join the annual alumni game. Sponsored by the Byron-Bergen Sports Boosters, all proceeds will benefit current school athletes. more

Cadets beat Rangers on Gridiron 42-14
Hilton Senior running back Bret Clark scored four touchdowns and rushed for 102 yards on 18 carries all in the first half as Hilton opened up a 35-6 halftime lead and went on to win their first game of the season 42-14. Clark has rushed for over 100 yards in each of Hilton's first three games. more

C-C Saints sweep in volleyball
Churchville-Chili overcame a six point deficit in the first game and then never trailed as they swept Brockport 26-24, 25-16, 25-18 in boys volleyball. more

Coco, Cholewa score for Rangers
Senior Dominic Coco scored in the first half and Nick Cholewa netted what proved to be the game-winner in the second half as Spencerport defeated Penfield 2-1 in boys soccer. more

Soccer Challenge in Hilton
Hilton-Parma Recreation partnered with the St. Leo’s Knights of Columbus Council #9461 to offer a “Soccer Challenge” for the youth of the Hilton community. more