Adjustments continue on Spencerport fire house plans
The conclusion drawn at a recent fire commissioners meeting for the Spencerport Fire District was to put the building back out for bids by January. “When we get a firm price on the redesigned building, we will go back to the public with information, hold public meetings and then have another referendum,” Spencerport Fire District Commissioner Chair Tom Friedo said. more

Alpacas are right at home in Bergen
Breeding alpacas at their 12-acre farm in Bergen is a "dream come true" for the family of Bob and Belinda Grant. The couple and their seven children made the move to the country nine years ago and are thrilled with the change in lifestyle and the opportunities it has presented for them to work together as a family. more

Area state leaders push Article X agreement
State representatives are talking about Article X and what its impact and ramifications could be on municipalities throughout the state when it comes to siting wind turbines. more

Artistic fundraiser at Red Bird Tea Shoppe
On October 12, the Red Bird Tea Shoppe will host its second annual fundraiser for the Monroe County Breast Cancer Coalition. This year the fundraiser will feature the works of artist Lori Uderitz-Zeno and Craig Lohsen as well as free refreshments and door prizes. more

Brockport's Walk to School Day gains momentum
Students and their parents in the Brockport School District will be asked to lace up their sneakers and walk to school on October 3 as part of the National Walk to School Day program. more

Black bear seen again in Parma
The black bear still appears to be alive and well and roaming the roads of Parma. The last sighting was Tuesday, September 25 right before 9 p.m. at 147 Lighthouse Road. more

Clarkson Historical Society News
The 3rd annual Clarkson Academy Reunion was a success. About 50 people gathered in the Clarkson Community Church for refreshments and a social hour prior to a talk by Doris Schmidt who described school days in a one-room school. more

Churchville officials green light project proposal
Members of the Churchville Village Board learned about plans for a professional business building at the corner of East Buffalo Road and Washington Street during their meeting on Monday, September 24. more

Local Knights Council receives international award
Knights of Columbus Council #7707 of Spencerport earned the distinction of Star Council, one of the organization's top awards, for the 2006-2007 fraternal year. The award recognizes overall excellence in the areas of membership recruitment and retention, promotion of the fraternal insurance program and sponsorship of service-oriented activities. more

National Wildlife Refuge week begins connection to nature for families
The National Wildlife Refuge System protects approximately 97 million acres of fish and wildlife habitat. Scores of national wildlife refuges, including Iroquois National Wildlife Refuge, are offering special programs to celebrate National Wildlife Refuge Week, October 7-13. more

Sweden Farmers Museum hosts Harvest Festival
The Sweden Farmers Museum was established in 2005 to preserve the town’s agricultural history; to educate adults and children through a variety of interactive activities; and to celebrate, at the community level, the successes and importance of local farming. more