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Ontario County DA seeking re-election, Geneva police officer injured on the job, new insurance rules for weight loss drugs, and inside several local towns' budget processes.
Ontario County DA Jim Ritts announces re-election bid for 2025
Ontario County District Attorney Jim Ritts has announced his campaign for re-election in 2025, seeking a third term in office. Ritts, who has served as DA for 6½ years, expressed pride in his leadership during significant changes in New York’s criminal justice system, including bail reform and discovery reform.
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The Yates County Legislature is gearing up for budget workshops, which will be taking place next week at the legislative chambers. The board is prepared to hold back-to-back sessions on the 29th and 30th if necessary. We have a full-look at what’s happening that day, as well as a breakdown of the Legislature’s most-recent meeting. [MORE]
A Geneva police officer was injured while pursuing a larceny suspect in the city. A 39-year-old was taken into custody after the pursuit, which was triggered by an alleged theft of $100 of merchandise from Dollar General. The injured officer was treated-and-released from Geneva General. [MORE]
Starting next year, insurance companies, including Highmark, will introduce stricter requirements for covering GLP-1 weight loss medications like Wegovy and Ozempic. Highmark announced it will raise the required BMI threshold from 27 or 30 to 40 for patients in Buffalo and Central New York, citing clinical evidence on the drugs’ effectiveness and safety. [MORE]
Yates County residents are being alerted to a rising phone scam involving AI-generated voice cloning. Scammers use artificial intelligence to replicate the voices of individuals, often through recorded calls or social media videos, to deceive victims. [MORE]
The town of Milo has unveiled its 2025 preliminary budget, proposing a 2.9% increase in the tax levy, aimed at covering rising operational costs and maintaining services. The budget highlights an increase from $2.01 million in 2024 to approximately $2.07 million for the upcoming year. We have a full-breakdown of the proposed budget online now. [MORE]
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Victor Town Board to hold public hearing on 2024 special assessment rolls
The Town of Victor will hold a public hearing on Monday, Oct. 28, to discuss the 2024 Special Assessment Rolls, which cover charges for sewer district capital recovery and improvements, central water district capital improvement costs, and lighting district operating and maintenance expenses.
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Yates County CCE to host fall workshops on centerpieces and garlic gardening
Thompson Health’s James Dietz honored with Facility Hero Award
Keuka College faculty share passion for teaching and research during STAR panel
Seneca County Sheriff’s Office hosts first annual retiree luncheon
Seneca County Sheriff’s Office hosts first annual retiree luncheon
The Seneca County Sheriff’s Office hosted its First Annual Retiree Luncheon on Friday at the Law Enforcement Center, welcoming retired members to reconnect with active staff. The event provided an opportunity for retired officers to share stories and reminisce about their years of service, while photos from the past were displayed throughout the room.
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40,000 students sign up for New York’s expanded Tuition Assistance Program
New York lawmakers consider stronger protections for library and public workers
Coalition urges Hochul to veto wrongful death expansion for second time
84-year-old found dead in submerged vehicle after burglary report in Horseheads
Ontario County seeks public input on rail corridor redevelopment at open house
Union recognition process still in limbo, prompting more criticism of Seneca Falls officials
Schuyler County joins Operation Green Light to support veterans