Morning Edition: Latest in Palmyra scholarship fund theft case where over $10,000 was stolen.

Plus, latest on lawsuit filed in district court against Seneca County Judge. We've also got updates on a fatal crash in Ontario Co., as well as two structure fires in Cayuga and Ontario counties.

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Second arrest in Palmyra scholarship fund theft case: Over $10,000 stolen in scheme that began at Wells College.

The Palmyra Police Department has announced a second arrest in relation to a scheme that resulted in the theft of over $10,000 from the Palmyra Dollars for Scholars foundation. The police responded to a report from the Community Bank on December 6, 2022, indicating numerous checks, amounting to over $10,000, had been fraudulently deposited and withdrawn. The checks were duplicated and forged from several other banks within the state, leading to the identification of two suspects after a thorough investigation.

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Former Seneca County Court Clerk files lawsuit against Judge Porsch, other judicial district officials

A Geneva resident and former Seneca County Court Clerk has filed a lawsuit against Judge Barry Porsch, as well as other Seventh Judicial District officials alleging she was terminated because she wanted to become a foster parent. The suit, filed in U.S. District Court in Rochester, claims that Jessica Serrett’s termination was a case of employment discrimination.

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Photo of the Day!

Have you explored Ontario Pathways?! Kelsey Ryan White captured this photo over the weekend, showcasing the beautiful opportunity to get outdoors and stretch the legs!

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More Stories For Monday, June 5th!

1. Fatal accident shuts down part of Rt. 96 in Victor

2. Two vehicles destroyed, home heavily damaged after fire in Bristol

3. Several departments battle garage fire in Sennett

4. Third Hornell man convicted over hate symbols and pamphlets: Now he faces 10-20 years in prison

5. $2M state grant secured for Canandaigua’s Factory 243 development

6. Thruway Authority will host virtual public hearing on toll hike today

7. Tobacco use declines significantly in New York: Flavored vaping ban and tax hike credited

8. Yates Community Center chosen as beneficiary for Community Table Dinner

9. Hochul says changes to Clean Slate Act possible before end of session

10. Police: Accused shoplifter resists arrest after Seneca Falls Tops investigation

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