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Huntington Apartments win state historic preservation award
2+ day, 14+ hour ago (241+ words) SENECA FALLS " The conversion of the Huntington Building on Fall Street into apartments has earned one of 10 New York State Historic Preservation Awards for 2026. "We are honored to receive a 2026 New York State Historic Preservation Award for Huntington Apartments," said…...
New Geneva committee to tackle housing problem
6+ day, 15+ hour ago (270+ words) GENEVA " Politicians of all stripes agree on one thing: Ontario County is suffering from a shortage of available housing. The dearth of housing " from affordable to market-based to single-family homes " is a big problem in Geneva as well. Mayor Jim…...
AROUND THE LAKES: Newest Yates Habitat home is rising; meeting April 29 to start selecting next family
1+ week, 14+ hour ago (271+ words) This two-story house on Bigelow Avenue in Dundee is the 21st home built by Yates County Habitat for Humanity. The partner family that will eventually live in this home has contributed nearly 500 hours of "sweat equity" working alongside Habitat volunteers. DUNDEE…...
Geneva Industrial Development Agency moves closer to providing tax breaks for South Exchange Street housing project
3+ week, 16+ hour ago (652+ words) These are sketches of the proposed 64-unit housing project on South Exchange Street in downtown Geneva. A 2020 rendition of what the inside of De Sales Apartments, the former De Sales High School, could look like when finished. GENEVA " A 64-unit,…...
Ready for Easter? " Easy DIY, Decor & Hacks "
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (323+ words) Get ready for Easter with fun and easy DIY crafts, decorations, and creative hacks! Discover simple ideas for your home, make cute Easter projects, and enjoy festive activities with family and friends. These easy and budget-friendly Easter DIYs are perfect…...
MAKING A DIFFERENCE: Humane Society of Yates County's Shelter of Hope serves with heart
3+ mon, 4+ day ago (992+ words) Shelter for Hope volunteer Erin Clancy spends time with Punch, a 2-year-old, neutered male who is a boxer mix. From left, Nikki Muller, Dr. Janelle Davidson, Nathaniel Smart, Kimberly Cleveland, Andy Marshall, Brenna Coleates, and Bonnie Brewer. Not pictured: Bobbie Brooks,…...
Seneca County Board of Supervisors hears more about housing strategy
3+ mon, 13+ hour ago (541+ words) WATERLOO "The Seneca County Board of Supervisors" Human Resources & Government Operations Committee adopted a housing strategy Tuesday that calls for an annual investment of $1 million in county money for the next 10 years. The measure, which will come before the full…...
Ontario County hosting info session for Vacant Rental Program funding
3+ mon, 3+ day ago (205+ words) FARMINGTON " The Ontario County Economic Development Corp. will host an informational session for property owners interested in a second round of funding through the New York State Vacant Rental Program. It takes place Jan. 28 at 6 p. m. at 1000 County Road 8, Farmington. Ontario…...
Public hearing is Wednesday for South Exchange Street housing development
4+ mon, 1+ week ago (407+ words) These are sketches of the proposed 64-unit housing project on South Exchange Street in downtown Geneva. GENEVA " The city Planning Board is hosting a public hearing Wednesday on a special-use permit for a 64-unit housing development at 595 Exchange St. The…...
Exchange Street housing project in Geneva clears big hurdle; Planning Board approves special use permit
4+ mon, 1+ week ago (580+ words) GENEVA " While developers of two other major downtown housing developments pulled out in the face of significant public opposition, a third project has cleared a big hurdle. On Wednesday night, the city Planning Board voted 4-0 to approve a special-use permit…...