Get Local: Your biggest headlines for Sunday, June 29th!
We have the latest on an Ontario Co. crash where the driver fled the scene prompting a manhunt. Plus, more on the Palmyra man charged in a random Monroe Co. attack. All the latest here!
Walworth man charged after fleeing Canadice crash
A Walworth man is facing charges after allegedly fleeing the scene of a crash in Canadice, prompting a large-scale search. Jason Fredericy, 38, was found in a wooded area after his empty vehicle was discovered along County Road 37. The incident triggered a multi-agency response and road closure following a resident’s report of the crash. Fredericy was charged with leaving the scene and multiple traffic violations and is due in Canadice Town Court on July 24.
Finger Lakes Forecast: Pleasant weather today.
The Finger Lakes region will see sunny and pleasant conditions today with a high near 80. Temperatures will soar Monday to the low 90s before showers and thunderstorms move in overnight and into Tuesday. After a brief cooldown midweek, sunny skies and mild temperatures are expected for the Fourth of July, with a high near 78. The weekend ahead looks warm again, with highs reaching the upper 80s by Saturday.
Fast 5: What’s happening in the Finger Lakes?
New York’s power grid came close to maxing out during a major June heat wave, prompting conservation warnings from the state. Rising demand, including from electric vehicles, and the closure of older gas plants fueled political debate over energy policy. While conservatives criticized the loss of fossil fuel infrastructure, environmental advocates emphasized the grid’s resilience but called for faster upgrades. Planned solutions include a Canadian hydro line, a Long Island wind farm, and a proposed nuclear plant backed by Governor Hochul.
A security guard was hospitalized with a broken jaw after being attacked while trying to break up a fight at the Shortsville Carnival. A juvenile has been charged, and authorities say additional arrests may follow as the investigation continues. Friends launched a GoFundMe for the victim, Joe Pilozzi, a single father and EMT without health insurance, raising over $4,400 toward a $7,500 goal. Pilozzi was reportedly “sucker punched” during the altercation.
A Palmyra man has been charged with attempted murder after a violent, seemingly random stabbing on a trail in Perinton. The suspect, 30-year-old Derrick Van Epps, allegedly attacked Dylan Ghaemi from behind after a brief exchange while Ghaemi was walking his dog. A witness who encountered the bloodied victim immediately called 911, helping lead police to the suspect’s arrest at a nearby park. Van Epps remains in Monroe County Jail pending a court appearance.
Seneca County supervisors advanced a wide range of measures during committee meetings this week, including school safety initiatives, staffing changes, and infrastructure improvements. Public safety efforts include renewing a contract for an armed deputy at South Seneca schools and creating new part-time court security roles. The board also approved health, economic, and tourism-related actions, such as extending preschool transportation services and modifying tourism grant allocations. Additionally, supervisors advanced engineering contract amendments for sewage plant upgrades and introduced legislation to extend a youth hunting mentorship program.
James Taylor is set to perform at CMAC on Sunday evening, with clear skies and warm temperatures expected for the outdoor concert. The iconic singer-songwriter will take the stage with his All-Star Band at 7:30 p.m., with gates opening at 6 p.m. Tickets remain available, priced between $42 and $118. The show is part of CMAC’s summer lineup, which also features acts like The Beach Boys, Hozier, and Old Dominion.
