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Search continues for missing 83-year-old Victor man. Plus, new report on Wells College closure, a national call for change after child was killed in Seneca Co., and Geneva boxer gives back again.

Jul 24, 2024

Authorities around Ontario County are continuing the search for a missing man, who hasn’t been seen since July 15.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

The 83-year-old was last seen on State Route 96 at 12:21 PM, according to deputies.
He also goes by Reggie and was last seen wearing an orange shirt, black pants, a white baseball cap, and carrying a teal backpack.

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GIVING BACK AGAIN: Former pro boxer Ray Ciancaglini, now a concussion awareness activist, raised $33,000 at The Cutting Room in New York City. The event, sponsored by The Brain Injury Association of New York State, featured Ciancaglini signing over 200 copies of his book, “Second Impact: The Ray Ciancaglini Story,” and delivering a 40-minute speech. [READ MORE]
SAFETY CALL: Kids and Car Safety is urging parents to take important precautions to prevent accidents like the recent tragedy in Seneca County where a 1-year-old child was backed over by a car on July 16. The organization stresses the need for constant supervision of children around vehicles and recommends using strollers or shopping carts in parking lots. [READ MORE]
LOCAL OLYMPIAN: Schuyler County’s own Olivia Coffey will row in the Women’s 8-oared shell at the Paris Olympic Games, starting Friday. NBC will also offer live and tape-delay coverage of major events. [READ MORE]
EXCELLUS UNDER FIRE AGAIN: FamilyCare Medical Group has warned patients they may drop Excellus BCBS if a new contract isn’t reached by December 31, 2024. Patients are worried about losing access to their primary and specialized care. Many cited previous issues with WellNow Urgent Care. [READ MORE]
UNAPPROVED CLOSURE: Wells College has shut down and lost its accreditation, but its accreditor, the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, criticized the abrupt process. The Citizen reports the Commission stated that the closure is “unapproved” due to the lack of an approved teach-out plan and failure to provide necessary information. [READ MORE]

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