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Town seeks replacement for removed Canandaigua judge | Exclusive
Now that former Canandaigua Town Justice Walter W. Jones was ordered to leave the bench, town officials are seeking someone to serve as interim town justice for the remainder of his term. The deadline for qualified applicants is Nov. 13. The Town Board will appoint someone to fill the remainder of Jones' current term, which expires Dec. 31, 2027. The justice seat carries a four-year term.
Who's on my ballot in Manchester? Election 2026 candidates
MANCHESTER — Incumbent Manchester Supervisor Tate Colburn ran unopposed in 2025 for the town supervisor job, which typically carries a two-year term. But a state election law that went into effect last year moved local town elections to even-numbered years. So, a person elected last year to office with a two-year term has to run again this year. The same idea applies to those elected to town offices with four-year terms; they have to run again in 2028.
Who's on my ballot in Bristol? Election 2026 candidates
BRISTOL — For the second November in a row, Bristol voters will be deciding who will lead the town as supervisor. And for the second November in a row, the race pits Laura Abplanalp, who took office as town supervisor on Jan. 1, and Michael McClain, director of facilities and operations for Canandaigua schools. Abplanalp defeated McClain a year ago by a 362-294 vote margin. But a state election law that went into effect last year moved local elections to even-numbered years.
Victor Community Clothes Closet moving to new location | Exclusive
The Community Clothes Closet in Victor will be making a move after nearly nine years in operation, while still keeping a presence at where it all began. The client-facing portion of the Clothes Closet will close Oct. 23 at Victor United Methodist Church in the village. The plan is to reopen during regular hours Saturday, Nov. 7, at St. John's Lutheran Church, 888 Victor Egypt Road (County Road 9), Victor.
Early voting in Ontario County: Dates, hours and where to vote in 2026
Follow Early voting in Ontario County: Dates, hours and where to vote in 2026 Mike Murphy, Rochester Democrat and Chronicle Updated Mon, October 19, 2026 at 5:19 AM EDT Early voting in Ontario County: Dates, hours and where to vote in 2026 Voters will be able to head to the polls early to help decide contested local, county, state and federal elections.
Canandaigua firefighters union says staffing fell short at major fire. City responds
In the aftermath of a devastating fire in Downtown Canandaigua last weekend, the union representing city firefighters is renewing a push for increased manpower and encouraging members of the community to support more staffing, but city government is pushing back on some of the union's characterizations. The early-morning Oct.
'No Kings' rally in Canandaigua urges voters to turn out in 2026
Cindy Brown of Canandaigua said voting is important, which is why she joined hundreds of people at a No Kings protest Saturday afternoon near Canandaigua Lake. She said she hoped the event would encourage others to exercise their civic duty. Brown said it is also important for people to stand up for democracy, free speech and against corruption. “Et cetera, et cetera,” Brown said. “You name it.
'No Kings' rally in Canandaigua urges voters to turn out in 2026
Cindy Brown of Canandaigua said voting is important, which is why she joined hundreds of people at a No Kings protest Saturday afternoon near Canandaigua Lake. She said she hoped the event would encourage others to exercise their civic duty. Brown said it is also important for people to stand up for democracy, free speech and against corruption. "Et cetera, et cetera," Brown said. "You name it.
Canandaigua restaurant Latitude 43 closed after fire
Just days after a ribbon-cutting celebration and a little more than two months after opening, Latitude 43 is closed following an early-morning fire Oct. 11. The cause and origin of the fire, which was reported at 2:47 a.m. Sunday, remain under investigation, according to the Canandaigua Fire Department. Canandaigua firefighters responded to the four-story building at the corner of Beeman and South Main streets and found heavy smoke inside.
Canandaigua fire department secures new safety gear
Follow Canandaigua fire department secures new safety gear Mike Murphy, Rochester Democrat and Chronicle Updated Fri, October 9, 2026 at 9:08 AM EDT Two relatively small grants seem to pale in comparison with the Canandaigua Fire Department's overall operation, but the funding may end up helping save lives. The department will receive approximately $3,600 for kits that aid in on-the-scene treatment of cyanide poisoning caused by smoke inhalation, according to Capt.
Canandaigua home damaged in early-morning fire
Follow Canandaigua home damaged in early-morning fire Mike Murphy, Rochester Democrat and Chronicle Updated Thu, October 8, 2026 at 12:03 PM EDT Canandaigua home damaged in early-morning fire A Canandaigua home sustained heavy fire, smoke and water damage after an early-morning fire Thursday. All of the occupants were able to evacuate safely, according to Ontario County sheriff's deputes. The fire started in the basement of a home on County Road 16, deputies said.
Ontario County reports 4 measles cases amid NY emergency
In the wake of Gov. Kathy Hochul's declaration of a disaster emergency in response to an increase in measles cases throughout New York, the Ontario County Health Department disclosed it has identified four cases in the county as of Oct. 5. The cases involved unvaccinated residents, according to Public Health Director Kate Ott. Further, all cases have been investigated and anyone who had been exposed has been contacted.
Man, dog escape fire in Ontario County
Follow Man, dog escape fire in Ontario County Mike Murphy, Rochester Democrat and Chronicle Updated Wed, October 7, 2026 at 7:42 PM EDT Man, dog escape fire in Ontario County The occupant of a home in the Ontario County town of Gorham and his dog were able to escape a fire without injuries Wednesday afternoon, according to the Ontario County Sheriff's Office.
Work begins at dangerous Ontario County intersection
Work begins at dangerous Ontario County intersection An intersection in the Ontario County town of Hopewell that has been the site of several crashes, including a fatal crash in August, will get a new four-way stop Wednesday as state officials work to improve safety. The intersection of State Route 488 and Freshour Road will be reduced to a single lane beginning at 9 a.m. Oct. 7 as crews install new stop signs on Route 488.
Canandaigua food scene is changing. Here's what's new this fall
The food and drink scene in the Canandaigua area is undergoing a bit of a transition, with the imminent closure of a popular downtown restaurant, the addition of possibly more eateries downtown and the opening of a new craft brewery outside the city. Here are four changes to keep an eye on this fall. As an added bonus, it's Oktoberfest time in the Finger Lakes. A few suggestions on how to celebrate follow. 1.
Canandaigua apartment resident jumps from window to escape fire
Follow Canandaigua apartment resident jumps from window to escape fire Mike Murphy, Rochester Democrat and Chronicle Updated Wed, September 30, 2026 at 4:08 PM EDT Canandaigua apartment resident jumps from window to escape fire An occupant of a Canandaigua apartment jumped from a second-story window to escape a fire Tuesday, and two dogs are receiving care after being rescued from the apartment, according to Canandaigua firefighters. The fire was reported shortly before 1 p.m. Sept.
Canandaigua honors trailblazing female mayors with new benches
Here's the story behind the two benches that now adorn the front portico of the historic Canandaigua City Hall. Former Councilmember Sarah Hamlin was walking by one March day and thought, wouldn't a couple of benches look nice? And because March is Women's History Month, wouldn't it be even nicer if the benches were dedicated to someone? "Our two women mayors, of course," Hamlin said. The benches were unveiled Sept.
Popular Naples Grape Festival draws big crowds. See the photos
NAPLES — They came for grapes, but they also came for grape doughnuts and grape cider and grape barbecue and wine slushies and, of course, grape pies. Thousands of people came to the Ontario County village of Naples on Saturday for the annual two-day Naples Grape Festival, including Justin Nyquist of Massachusetts, who wore a purple jacket, purple vest, purple hat, purple shirt and purple tie, with a grape pin to drive home the message.
School superintendent in Ontario County announces retirement Original
Mike Murphy Rochester Democrat and Chronicle Sept. 10, 2026, 3:09 p.m. ET Bloomfield Central School District Superintendent Andy Doell will miss the "incredible" faculty and staff and "amazing" students. Doell, who has announced his retirement after nine years, will also miss being part of the special milestone moments, and there have been many of them over the years. Kindergarten and high school graduations, Halloween parades and sectional championships are among them.
U.S. stock futures flat as chances of rate hike rise after Warsh’s Jackson Hole comments
U.S. stock-index futures were little changed on Sunday, as investors ponder the likelihood of a fresh interest-rate hike and look ahead to fresh labor data and tech earnings this week. West Texas Intermediate crude rose 1.8% on Sunday following the Trump administration’s announcement late Friday that it has secured a deal to assert control over a vast amount of Venezuela’s oil reserves . That plan, however, leaves many practical questions unanswered , and may take years to come to fruition.
Judge says Trump administration’s blacklist of Anthropic was illegal
The Trump administration violated Anthropic’s First Amendment rights when it blacklisted the artificial-intelligence company earlier this year, a federal judge ruled late Thursday.
Stock futures slip as U.S. and Canada appear headed for trade war
U.S. stock-index futures slipped on Sunday, as it appeared the U.S. was on the verge of an all-out trade war with Canada, one of its biggest trading partners. West Texas Intermediate crude fell 0.7% on Sunday, after settling Friday at $87.06 a barrel, up about 5% on the week, as the stalemate over the Strait of Hormuz continued with no signs of a U.S.-Iran deal in sight. The U.S. is expected to announce new economic sanctions against Iran on Monday.
U.S. stock futures little changed as investors ponder the Fed’s next move
Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh speaks during a news conference after the Fed's meeting on July 29. Fed-watchers are eager to see the minutes of that meeting, which will be released Wednesday, and for the Fed's upcoming Jackson Hole meeting. - Getty Images U.S. stock-index futures were little changed on Sunday after a quiet week on Wall Street, as investors await hints from the Fed concerning the outlook for interest rates.
U.S. stock futures little changed as investors ponder the Fed’s next move
U.S. stock-index futures were little changed on Sunday after a quiet week on Wall Street, as investors await hints from the Fed concerning the outlook for interest rates. West Texas Intermediate crude rose 0.4%, to around $82.64 a barrel, after settling at $82.40 on Friday, up around 7% for the week. Brent crude , the global benchmark, settled Friday at $88.52 a barrel.
U.S. stock-index futures were little changed on Sunday, after new demands from Iran raised fresh doubts about the Strait of Hormuz reopening anytime soon and as investors await key inflation data later this week. West Texas Intermediate crude , the U.S. benchmark, rose about 0.6%, near $79 a barrel on Sunday, after settling Friday at $78.18, falling more than 11% last week on optimism that a new ceasefire deal between the U.S. and Iran would be reached soon.
Oil prices surge, stock futures flat as fighting between U.S. and Iran intensifies
A heavily damaged bridge which was hit by a U.S. airstrike is seen along the road connecting Roudan and Bandar Abbas in southern Iran on Saturday. Oil prices rose while U.S stock-index futures were little changed on Sunday, amid an escalation of fighting in the Middle East and as investors await key tech earnings this week. Dow Jones Industrial Average futures YM00 fell about 20 points, or 0.1%, late Sunday. S&P 500 futures ES00 and Nasdaq-100 futures NQ00 were up fractionally.
Oil prices surge as much as 5% after Iran declares Strait of Hormuz is closed
A ship sails off the coast of Ajman on July 10, 2026. Iran has said the Strait of Hormuz is closed for traffic, while the U.S. refutes that claim as the two sides exchanged fresh attacks over the weekend.
Oil prices rise, stock futures dip after latest flare-up of strikes between U.S. and Iran
A cargo ship anchors near the Strait of Hormuz off the eastern coast of the United Arab Emirates at Khor Fakkan on Sunday. Tehran announced it was closing the Strait of Hormuz and launched missiles and drones at its Gulf neighbors. Oil prices rose and U.S. stock-index futures slipped on Sunday, after the U.S. and Iran continued their tit-for-tat attacks around the Strait of Hormuz over the weekend. Dow Jones Industrial Average futures YM00 were down about 130 points, or 0.3%, late Sunday.
U.S. stock futures rise as Wall Street looks to extend its rally coming off the holiday weekend
Fireworks can be seen over the East River during the Macy's Fourth of July show on Saturday night in New York City. U.S. stock-index futures gained on Sunday, with Wall Street looking to extend last week’s gains. Dow Jones Industrial Average futures YM00 were up 36 points, or 0.1%, on Sunday. S&P 500 futures ES00 were up 0.4% and Nasdaq-100 futures NQ00 were 1.3% higher. Bitcoin BTCUSD was trading just below the $63,000 level, up about 5% over the past week.
OPEC+ raises output levels again despite tumbling crude prices
Major oil producers on Sunday agreed once again to modestly increase their crude production, although, as in previous months, the hike is largely symbolic until a peace deal between the U.S. and Iran sticks and the Strait of Hormuz is fully reopened to shipping traffic.
Oil prices rise, stock futures inch higher as U.S. and Iran trade more airstrikes
Ships sit anchored off Oman's northern Musandam Peninsula near the Strait of Hormuz on Saturday. New attacks raised questions about efforts to keep the crucial waterway open while Washington and Tehran negotiate a final settlement to their war. Oil prices rose Sunday while U.S. stock-index futures advanced, after the U.S. and Iran continued to trade fire in the Persian Gulf, renewing fears that the Strait of Hormuz may effectively be shut again.
Oil prices rise, stock futures inch higher as U.S. and Iran trade more airstrikes
By Mike Murphy Ships sit anchored off Oman's northern Musandam Peninsula near the Strait of Hormuz on Saturday. New attacks raised questions about efforts to keep the crucial waterway open while Washington and Tehran negotiate a final settlement to their war. Oil prices rose Sunday while U.S. stock-index futures advanced, after the U.S. and Iran continued to trade fire in the Persian Gulf, renewing fears that the Strait of Hormuz may effectively be shut again.
Stock futures jump, oil prices fall as Trump says U.S. has reached peace deal with Iran
Futures Movers Stock futures jump, oil prices fall as Trump says U.S. has reached peace deal with Iran Last Updated: June 14, 2026 at 6:31 p.m. ET First Published: June 14, 2026 at 5:46 p.m. ET Oil prices fell and U.S. stock-index futures jumped Sunday after President Donald Trump said the U.S. has agreed to a peace deal with Iran, apparently ending months of hostilities that shut the Strait of Hormuz and sent the global economy into an oil shock.
U.S. stock futures dip, oil prices surge as new attacks threaten the cease-fire with Iran
Futures Movers U.S. stock futures dip, oil prices surge as new attacks threaten the cease-fire with Iran Last Updated: June 7, 2026 at 6:36 p.m. ET First Published: June 7, 2026 at 6:20 p.m. ET U.S. stock-index futures were erasing early losses on Sunday, after a massive tech selloff on Friday interrupted Wall Street’s two-month rally, and after new developments threatened the fragile cease-fire in the Iran war.
Jerome Powell warns that politicizing Fed will erode its credibility
The Fed Jerome Powell warns that politicizing Fed will erode its credibility Published: May 31, 2026 at 10:41 p.m. ET Former Fed Chair Jerome Powell on Sunday called the Federal Reserve’s independence “a priceless asset” that must be protected, in one of his first major speeches since stepping down from his post earlier this month. Speaking Sunday while accepting an award at the John F.
Oil rises, U.S. stock futures flat as Wall Street looks to extend its winning streak
Futures Movers Oil rises, U.S. stock futures flat as Wall Street looks to extend its winning streak Last Updated: May 31, 2026 at 6:48 p.m. ET First Published: May 31, 2026 at 6:17 p.m. ET U.S. stock-index futures were little changed on Sunday, as Wall Street looks to stretch the market’s record-setting rally into June. Dow Jones Industrial Average futures YM00 were down about 20 points, or 0.1%, while S&P 500 futures ES00 and Nasdaq-100 futures NQ00 rose fractionally.
Trump says there’s no rush as deal to end Iran war, reopen Strait of Hormuz appears close
The U.S. appears close to reaching an agreement that would end the war with Iran and reopen the strategic Strait of Hormuz, according to reports Sunday. In a social-media post Sunday morning, Trump said that while “negotiations are proceeding in an orderly and constructive manner … I have informed my representatives not to rush into a deal in that time is on our side.” He added that the U.S. blockade on Iranian ports would continue until a deal is finalized.
Canandaigua's $10 million downtown plan is revealed Original
You may have remembered that the city of Canandaigua was awarded $10 million as part of New York state's Downtown Revitalization Initiative a year ago. This state initiative is meant to help provide funding and a jump-start for Main Streets and downtowns just like, well, Canandaigua’s downtown and its Main Street. A local planning committee considered and narrowed a list of development projects, 10 of which Gov.
U.S. stock futures fall, oil surges as Trump calls Iran’s latest offer to end war ‘totally unacceptable’
U.S. stock-index futures fell and oil prices rose on Sunday, after President Donald Trump called Iran’s response to the latest U.S. proposal to end the war “totally unacceptable.” That may ramp up tensions again in the Middle East, which has seen its flow of oil to global markets severely hindered by Iran’s effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz since the joint U.S.-Israel offensive began in late February. Dow Jones Industrial Average futures fell more than 200 points, or 0.4%, late Sunday.
Oil futures rise after U.S., Iran trade fire; stock futures quiet after court rejects Trump’s tariffs
Oil futures moved higher late Thursday while stock-index futures were little changed after the U.S. and Iran exchanged fire in the Persian Gulf, and after a federal court struck down President Donald Trump’s backup tariff plan. U.S. stock-index futures appeared to be in wait-and-see mode. Dow Jones Industrial Average futures were down about 55 points, or 0.1%, while S&P 500 futures and Nasdaq-100 futures slipped about 0.2%.
Oil futures fall after Trump pauses U.S. effort to partially reopen Strait of Hormuz
Crude-oil futures fell late Tuesday after President Donald Trump said his latest effort to partially reopen the Strait of Hormuz would be paused, to buy more time to reach an agreement to end hostilities with Iran. West Texas Intermediate crude fell 2.3% late Tuesday following the announcement, dipping below $100 a barrel, after settling earlier in the day around $102 a barrel.
Oil prices bounce off lows, as an Iran peace deal may be just a ‘structured pause’ Original
Global oil prices fell by as much as 12% Wednesday, then pared nearly half of those losses as the market weighed reports of progress toward a U.S.-Iran peace deal and the potential impact on the growing crude-supply crisis in the Persian Gulf. “We’ve seen this movie before where the fragile truce fizzles faster than it forms,” said Manish Raj, managing director at Velandera Energy Partners.
OPEC+ announces modest boost in oil production. But here’s why it’s a mostly symbolic move.
In a largely symbolic move, the OPEC+ nations announced Sunday that they would slightly increase crude production in June, as the war with Iran continues to stifle the world’s supply of oil.
Here’s what’s worth streaming in May 2026 on Netflix, Hulu, HBO Max and more
This spring has felt a lot lighter than previous years in terms of big-name, prestige streaming shows, as studios’ budget cuts and industry consolidation take their toll. That’s bad news for consumers, who are ending up paying more for less. But there is a silver lining of sorts — with less “must-see TV,” there are fewer reasons to subscribe to so many services. So it’s a good time to trim your viewing habits — along with your streaming spending.
Here’s what’s worth streaming in May 2026 on Netflix, Hulu, HBO Max and more
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Sen. Thom Tillis drops opposition, says he’ll back Kevin Warsh’s Fed confirmation
Sen. Thom Tills said Sunday he’s ready to support the confirmation of Kevin Warsh as the new chair of the Federal Reserve, now that the Justice Department has dropped its criminal case against outgoing Chair Jerome Powell. The influential North Carolina Republican had threatened to effectively block Warsh’s confirmation as long as the Justice Department was pursuing its probe of Powell, which many saw as politically motivated and an attempt to influence Fed policy.
Investors brace for renewed volatility after this weekend’s Iran developments
Iranian officials said Sunday that the strait will remain closed as long as the U.S. continues its blockade of Iranian ports, according to the Associated Press. Trump said Sunday that a U.S. delegation will return to Islamabad, Pakistan, on Monday for talks on extending the two-week-long ceasefire, which is set to expire this week. Iran, however, had not yet confirmed it would attend the talks.
‘No Kings’ protests draw crowds in Canandaigua
‘No Kings’ protests draw crowds in Canandaigua CANANDAIGUA, NY — Several hundred people braved the Canandaigua cold and snow for the “No Kings” event March 28, carrying a variety of protest signs reading “No Kings Here,” “Democracy Not Oligarchy,” “Hate Won’t Make Us Great” and, one for the English majors, “Make Orwell 1984 Fiction Again," among many others.
U.S. stock futures sink as Trump and Iran trade threats against civilian infrastructure
U.S. stock-index futures fell on Sunday, as new threats of escalation from both President Donald Trump and Iran threatened to intensify the conflict roiling the Persian Gulf region. Over the weekend, Trump threatened to “obliterate” key Iranian power plants if the Strait of Hormuz is not reopened to shipping traffic by late Monday.
U.S. stock futures bounce back, oil climbs as investors brace for escalation of Iran conflict
U.S. stock-index futures reversed early losses on Sunday as the market braced for another surge in oil prices this week, with the conflict with Iran threatening to escalate further. After losing more than 100 points early in the session, Dow Jones Industrial Average futures were recently up about 62 points, or 0.2%, S&P 500 futures and Nasdaq-100 futures also bounced back from early declines. Bitcoin were around the $72,000 level after a Friday rally took it to nearly $74,000.
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