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February 27, 2026
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Keuka College's Brooke Burd Receives Third Team All-Empire 8 Basketball Honors: Brooke Burd, a junior center from Keuka College, was selected to the Third Team All-Empire 8 Conference in women's basketball. This recognition marks the first time a player from Keuka College's women's basketball program has received All-Empire 8 honors. The distinction highlights Burd's contributions during the season and her role in elevating the team's profile in conference play. The announcement was made by the Empire 8 Conference on Thursday. (Source: Finger Lakes Daily News on Feb 27)
February 18, 2026
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Keuka College Women’s Basketball Concludes Season with Defeat at Elmira: The Keuka College women's basketball team concluded its 2025-26 campaign with a 68-58 loss to Elmira College in an Empire 8 matchup. The Wolves finished the season holding a 9-15 overall record and 4-12 within the Empire 8 conference. Lillian Mullen contributed 19 points to lead the Keuka squad in scoring during the season finale. The outcome marked the close of another year for the team as they look toward next season. (Source: Finger Lakes Daily News on Feb 18)
February 13, 2026
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Canisteo-Greenwood Wrestling Secures Ninth Consecutive Section V Title: The Canisteo-Greenwood wrestling team achieved its ninth consecutive Class B2 championship at the Section V tournament, earning 240 points to surpass LeRoy and other regional schools. Several athletes, including Connor McCaffery, Austin Hall, and Carson Turner, claimed individual sectional titles while Skyler Miles celebrated his 100th career win. Thirteen Chargers wrestlers advanced to the Super Sectionals, highlighting the program’s ongoing success. Other schools, such as Wellsville and Haverling, also had notable individual achievements. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Feb 13)
January 24, 2026
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Lyons and Honeoye Extend Basketball Success in Wayne-Finger Lakes Matchups: High school basketball teams in the Wayne-Finger Lakes area concluded the week with several notable performances. Lyons secured their seventh consecutive win by defeating York, led by Stephen LeBrecht's 24 points. Honeoye resumed a previously suspended game against Naples, with Landon Washburn contributing 31 points to help secure a win and hand Naples their first loss. Additional regional matchups also took place, highlighting competitive local play. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Jan 24)
January 19, 2026
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Keuka College Women's Basketball Defeated by Nazareth in Empire 8 Matchup: The Keuka College women's basketball team lost 70-51 to Nazareth in an Empire 8 conference game held Saturday. Standout performances included Lillian Mullen, who led Keuka with 17 points, and Mary Cotter, who contributed 13 points and a team-high five rebounds. Nazareth improved its season record to 11-4 with the win. Keuka continues its conference schedule in the coming weeks. (Source: Finger Lakes Daily News on Jan 19)
January 18, 2026
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Keuka College Women's Basketball Falls to St. John Fisher, Record Below .500: The Keuka College women's basketball team was defeated by St. John Fisher with a final score of 76-56 during a conference matchup on Friday. Despite the loss, three Keuka players scored in double digits, with senior Mary Cotter leading the effort. The defeat puts the Wolves below the .500 mark in their season standings. The team will look to regroup as they continue conference competition. (Source: Finger Lakes Daily News on Jan 18)
December 16, 2025
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Canisteo Resident Charged With Felony for Violating Order of Protection: A 55-year-old woman from Canisteo was arrested after Steuben County deputies investigated a report of a violated order of protection in Greenwood on December 13. Authorities allege Nikki M. Innes-Cook intentionally disregarded a court-mandated directive to avoid a particular person and residence. She was charged with first-degree criminal contempt, a class E felony, arraigned in Centralized Arraignment Court, and subsequently released. The case remains under investigation by county officials. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Dec 16)
December 3, 2025
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Weight Limit on McChesney Road Bridge in Canisteo Reduced for Safety: The Steuben County Department of Public Works has implemented a new 25-ton weight restriction on the McChesney Road Bridge in Canisteo to address concerns regarding the structure’s age and condition. This regulation applies to vehicles crossing the span over the Canisteo River, situated between County Route 119 and Matt Dickey Road. The change takes effect immediately, requiring heavy trucks to use alternate routes. Authorities emphasize that adherence to the posted limit is crucial for public safety. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Dec 3)
December 2, 2025
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Steuben County Sets New Weight Limit for McChesney Road Bridge: The Steuben County Department of Public Works has imposed a new weight restriction on the McChesney Road Bridge in the Town of Canisteo. The bridge, which crosses the Canisteo River between County Route 119 and Matt Dickey Road, will now enforce a maximum load effective immediately. This change aims to preserve the structure and ensure public safety for all travelers using the route. Local drivers are advised to observe the new regulations to maintain safe passage in the area. (Source: Finger Lakes Daily News on Dec 2)
November 26, 2025
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Keuka College Women's Basketball Faces Defeat at Alfred State in Non-Conference Game: The Keuka College women's basketball team traveled to Alfred State for a non-conference game on Tuesday night, ending with a 63-51 loss for the Wolves. Junior forward Brooke Burd continued her strong performance, marking her fourth consecutive standout game. Despite her efforts, the Wolves were unable to overcome Alfred State’s advantage. The team will look to rebound in their upcoming contests as their season advances. (Source: Finger Lakes Daily News on Nov 26)
November 17, 2025
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Brooke Burd Leads Keuka College Women's Basketball to Victory Over SUNY Delhi: Brooke Burd, a junior from Canisteo, New York, recorded her seventh career double-double, helping Keuka College secure a 66-42 away win against SUNY Delhi on Saturday. Burd contributed 16 points and 18 rebounds, while teammate Mary Cotter added 13 points. The victory brings Keuka's record to 2-2 early in the women's college basketball season. This result highlights the team's balanced efforts and strong defensive play during the road matchup. (Source: Finger Lakes Daily News on Nov 17)
November 15, 2025
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State Audit Identifies Lapses in Financial Oversight at Canisteo-Greenwood Schools: A recent audit by the New York State Comptroller's Office found that over half of the claims in the Canisteo-Greenwood Central School District were processed without necessary documentation or proper verification between July 2023 and June 2025. Although all payments reviewed were ultimately legitimate, the audit identified serious shortcomings in oversight, including missing approvals, insufficient invoices, and inadequate record-keeping. These weaknesses place the district at risk for errors or misuse of funds. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Nov 15)
November 13, 2025
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State Audit Finds Canisteo-Greenwood School District Lacked Claim Oversight: An audit by the New York State Comptroller found that the Canisteo-Greenwood Central School District in Steuben County did not consistently review financial claims before issuing payments. The examination covered district operations between July 1, 2023, and June 5, 2025. Auditors noted that the failure to adequately audit claims could increase the risk of undetected errors or improper payments. The district is expected to address these findings as part of its response. (Source: Finger Lakes Daily News on Nov 13)
November 10, 2025
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Two Steuben County Teenagers Die in Early Morning Wellsville Vehicle Crash: Two teenagers from Canisteo lost their lives in a car crash that occurred early Saturday morning in the town of Wellsville. State Police reported that the incident happened around 2:24 a.m. on Tarantine Boulevard when a 2020 Buick Encore left the roadway. Authorities continue to investigate the exact circumstances surrounding the accident. The community is mourning the loss as officials work to determine contributing factors. (Source: Finger Lakes Daily News on Nov 10)
November 9, 2025
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Two Canisteo Teens Killed, Four Injured in Early Morning Wellsville Crash: A deadly car crash in Wellsville early Saturday resulted in the deaths of two teenagers from Canisteo and left four others injured. The incident involved a 2020 Buick Encore with six teens, which lost control on a curve on Tarantine Boulevard and crashed into a utility pole around 2:24 a.m. The victims were pronounced dead at the scene, while the other four occupants sustained minor injuries and were transported to Jones Memorial Hospital. Authorities continue to investigate the cause of the accident. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Nov 9)