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News for the week of
October 10, 2004
In Features:
3M requesting rezoning in Brockport
There are no plans for development of the land on Oxford Street in the Village of Brockport, but representatives from 3M are requesting a rezoning of the property to industrial use. more
Apple Pie contest winners bake up tastiest treats
The Apple Pie Contest Committee of the 2004 Hilton Apple Fest have announced the winners of this year's contest. more
Brockport approves hiring of part time police officers
With the loss of two full time Brockport police department officers due to illness and disability, the village is looking to fill some of the hours and cut down on overtime costs with the approval of the hiring of at least two more part time officers. The department presently has 10 full time and one part time officer on staff. more
Community service group works to raise funds for accident victim
In all honesty, Enza Daugherty is uncomfortable that her family has to rely on the generosity of others. It isn't something she will ever be accustomed to. But ever since the day her daughter Erika was hit by a car while riding her bike, life for the Daughertys just hasn't gone back to normal. more
Hamlin Fire Department secures
financial aid for multi-purpose building
With the help of $229,700 in loans and grants, the Hamlin Fire Department has constructed a fire training and community activity building. The new building replaces a 40-year old pavilion-style building. more
HUD funding available for
first-time homebuyers, housing rehabilitation
Monroe County has been awarded more than $3 million in funding by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to support housing rehabilitation, community development projects and to provide assistance for first-time homebuyers. more
 Local teen tries hand as supreme court justice in D.C.
Gregory D. Strabel of Brockport was selected to participate in the National Youth Leadership Forum on Law (NYLF/LAW) from October 19 to October 24, in Washington, D.C. Having demonstrated academic achievement and an interest in the legal profession, Strabel will join approximately 350 outstanding high school juniors and seniors from across the United States at the Forum on Law. more
 Partyka Farms expands, keeps home town flavor
The life of a farmer may not be the life for everyone but for Jeff and Lora Partyka, it is their dream and has been since 1985. "When Jeff and I married, this land was all fruit farm," Lora said. But eventually she took the marketing background she acquired while growing up on her parent's farm in Niagara County and little by little Partyka Farms grew. more
Proposed law in Churchville would regulate animal ownership
Churchville is looking to revamp its law on prohibiting certain types of animals in the village. Given the fact that animals like kangaroo and alligator rarely run amuck in Western New York, is there really a need for such a law? more
Sea Grant study finds recreational boaters benefit economy
The national economy may go through highs and lows, but in a New York Sea Grant-funded study Cornell researchers found that the state's recreational boaters spend $2.4 billion last year despite the poor summer weather. more
 Spencerport's motorcycle man making it big
The Harley Davidson company may regret making Tony Cenzi wait. The Chili native was anxiously hoping to buy a Harley in 1996. He was told that there was a two-year waiting list. Cenzi, who grew up working on mini bikes with his father, Vince, and had his first motorcycle at 18 years old, wasn't about to wait two years. more
Spencerport Community Chorus concerts planned
The Spencerport Community Chorus is preparing for its 2004-2005 concert year. The chorus meets on Sunday afternoons at 3 p.m. at the First Congregational Church (The White Church) on Church Street in Spencerport, and is accepting new members through October and again in January. more
Spencerport parents uncomfortable with changes at Taylor school
The process of moving seventh through ninth grade students enrolled in the BOCES Therapeutic Day Treatment program didn't happen overnight, parent Virginia Nichols said and yet parents weren't notified of the changes taking place at Spencerport's Taylor Elementary School until the students were moved in and classes had begun. more
Walk, Bike group sponsors poster contest
The Walk, Bike Brockport Action Group is celebrating the month of October as the month of "Walktoberfest." As a way of encouraging everyone to review the rules for pedestrian and bicycle safety, the group is sponsoring a poster contest for grades K-5. more
In Briefly:
 Apple of My Eye Photo Contest winners
The judges for the Apple of My Eye Photo Contest ponder which picture to select for prizes based on the theme "Anything Goes!" The judges were Maureen and Peter Marr and Burr Lewis. more
Hamlin Fire Department hosts open house
Hamlin Volunteer Fire Department will host an Open House on Sunday, October 10 from noon to 2 p.m. at the Hamlin Firehouse, 1521 Lake Road. more
Historical marker commemorates Norwegian immigrants
A new historical marker will be unveiled at the Lake Ontario end of Norway Road in Kendall at 1 p.m., Saturday, October 16. It will commemorate the first settlement of the first group of Norwegian immigrants to North America. more
 Looking for a piece of the past
Ogden Historian Carol Coburn is looking for the water fountain that was located in front of the fire station when it was located on the northwest corner of Union Street and West Avenue in Spencerport village. more
Ogden historian hosts open house in recognition of Archives Week
On Tuesday, October 12 from 4 to 7 p.m., in recognition of New York State Archives Week, Town of Ogden Historian Carol Coburn will hold an open house to showcase Ogden's past New York State Archives grants accomplishments. This year's theme is "Sharing and Caring for Our Past." more
 Rotarians collect for MDA Telethon
Spencerport Rotarian Richard Turner is seen here collecting donations in Spencerport village over the Labor Day weekend for the Jerry Lewis MDA Telethon. The Rotary Club raised $2,400 at their annual roadblock. more
In Schools:
B-B students hold toy drive
The middle school art students in Byron-Bergen held a Beanie Baby drive to benefit children in war torn countries. more
Byron-Bergen conducts safety drills
The Byron-Bergen Central School District conducted a "Stay As You Are" drill for high school students and staff on September 28 while Genesee County Sheriff's Deputies practiced with the K-9 unit. more
GCC awarded National Science Foundation grant
Genesee Community College was awarded a National Science Foundation Computer Science, Engineering and Mathematics Scholarship grant (NSF-CSEMS). This award provides $268,000 for a four-year "Technology Opportunity Pathway" (TOP) program. more
 Grant award recipients
St. John the Evangelist School received a $500 grant from Exxon Mobil Corporation. The grant will be used to help develop the school's technology program. Mr. and Mrs. Essat Ali presented Mrs. Preston with a check at the open house on September 30. more
Nationally known educator visits Byron-Bergen schools
Nationally known educator Dr. Mike Schmoker of Flagstaff, Arizona was the keynote speaker at School Improvement Day for faculty members of the Byron-Bergen and Oakfield-Alabama Central School District. more
Nominees sought for Hilton High School Sports Hall of Fame
The Hilton High School Sports Hall of Fame is seeking nominees for the 2004 induction. Nomination forms may be picked up at the Hilton Athletic Office, 225 West Avenue; the concession stand at LeBeau Football Stadium at Hilton High School during football games; Hilton-Parma Recreation Offices, 59 Henry Street and Carmestro's Restaurant, Canning Street, Hilton. more
School group teams up with Genesee County corps
The Byron-Bergen Emergency Response Team (BBERT), a group of students who are trained to assist in a Red Cross emergency shelter, are teaming up with the newly formed Genesee Region Citizen Corps Council. more
In Sports:
Blue Devils win on late goal by Williams
Eighth-grader Chelsea Williams scored off an assist from freshman Kim Hunt with just eleven minutes remaining in regulation as Brockport defeated Hilton 2-1 in girls soccer. more
 Ogden Bear cheerleaders bring home trophy
The Ogden Bears Pee Wee cheerleading team traveled to Darien Lake to compete in a cheer competition. This annual event is sponsored by the Buffalo Jills cheerleading team and is used to promote cheerleading excellence in youth squads. more
Rangers shutout Schroeder
Cristy Cousin, Michele Palma and Angela Bopp scored second half goals to lead Spencerport to a 3-0 victory over Webster-Schroeder in girl's soccer to break their five game winless streak. more
Ranger swimmers sweep breaststroke in comeback win
Jacklyn Cowles, Lara Spiegel and Elyse Benamat finished 1-2-3 in the 100-yard breaststroke as Spencerport overcame a seven-point deficit to defeat Churchville-Chili 97-88 in girl's swimming. more
 Record breaking 5 mile for Apple Derby
A stiff wind and overcast sky did not deter 59 runners who participated in the 26th Annual Apple Derby 5-Mile Run on October 2. The traditional certified route laid perfect for Overall Champion, Ryan Pauling, who for the second year in a row broke the course record (24:46) out-distancing second place finisher, Jason Knarr (28:48) by over four minutes. more
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