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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)