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The Oswegonian · Geneseo, NY

Borggaard nets game-winner in overtime thriller

Justin Rubinfeld November 7, 2026 3 min read In a matchup that featured plenty of physicality and momentum swings, the No. 9 Oswego State men’s hockey team stayed the course against the No. 5 Geneseo Knights, with freshman Austin Borggaard sealing the win in overtime. The Knights notched the equalizer with 14 seconds to go in the third period, before Borggaard used a nifty move past his defender to then convert a cross-body shot past opposing goalie Jacob Torgner. The win helped the Lakers move back above .500 as they now sit at 2-1-0 on the season, identical to Geneseo’s record. Those Knights controlled much of the early momentum, as Kowin Belsterling got to work early with a goal off a quick offensive rush, not even a minute into the contest. After facing a one-goal deficit, the Lakers played a very physical brand of hockey before finding themselves with an odd man rush in the offensive zone.

Lakeville Journal · Lakeville, NY

Nearby: Lakeville, NY

Turning Back the Pages - November 12, 2026

125 years ago — November 1901 When Judge William Travers Jerome arrived in Lakeville on Tuesday evening, he was tendered a royal reception and a hearty welcome. About 400 citizens were gathered at the depot, and when the Judge stepped from the train, a roar of applause went up that denoted the enthusiasm and delight of his host of friends, while the surroundings were a blaze of red fire. After shaking hands with a number of friends the Judge and his party were driven to his residence where they dined and enjoyed a brief rest. At 2 o’clock a message from President Roosevelt was received, congratulating the Judge upon the splendid fight and victory. SALISBURY — James R. Harrison has closed his house for the winter and the family will spend the winter at the White Hart Inn. SHARON — At the Barnes place workmen are busy digging a cellar drain of eight feet in depth, at the starting point near the house.

Bennington banner · Bennington, NY

Nearby: Bennington, NY

Elliot Russell sentenced to life in Ulysses Ivey murder

Elliot Russell addressed the court and maintained his innocence. JEFF MCRAE—BENNINGTON BANNER Elliot Russell sentenced to life in Ulysses Ivey murder Elliot Russell was sentenced to life in prison for the 2022 shooting death of Ulysses Ivey near Route 279 in Bennington. Russell maintained his innocence at sentencing. Jeff McRae Jeff McRae Reporter Bennington Banner Published November 10, 2026 - 5:24 p.m. BENNINGTON — Elliot Russell, 50, will be spending the rest of his life behind bars for the pre-meditated shooting death of Ulysses Ivey, 39, of Bennington following a sentencing hearing on Monday afternoon.At the hearing, Russell maintained his innocence and members of his family were allowed to play an extended version of the 911 phone call they say included at least one additional voice that they claim was omitted from the call tape submitted as evidence in the trial. The defense speaks with Russell's sister and brother-in-law during the hearing.

Rochester Beacon · Geneva, NY

Nearby: Geneva, NY

No robotaxis for Rochester—yet

On a gray day in November 2025, when Rochester roads were slick and the lawns still coated with early winter snow, something new rolled down the avenues. The spinning LiDAR receptor on the roof, plus more on the fenders, were bouncing millions of laser beams off surrounding objects. Multiple cameras plus radars fed into an onboard computer digesting and verifying all this location information and commanding the vehicle to drive down the street (although there was a human stand-by driver onboard for this run). The sight was odd enough for WROC to report it on the news. This Waymo self-driving taxi (robotaxi) was headed for Hobart and William Smith Colleges in Geneva for an exhibit arranged by state Sen. Jeremy Cooney (for his alma mater). Waymo is a division of Alphabet, the company formerly called Google. At that time, there was hope that Rochester would soon be one of the upstate cities Gov.

New York Observer · Boston, NY

Nearby: Boston, NY

Observer’s Top Five Must-See Gallery Presentations of ADAA Fair 2026

After taking 2025 off, the Art Dealers Association of America (ADAA) has returned to the Park Avenue Armory with a new name and revised format for its longstanding signature fair. Opening this evening in preview, ADAA Fair runs November 13-16 with 63 participating galleries spanning historical, modern and contemporary art. That’s 12 fewer than in 2024, and that’s not the only change. This year’s event has put a notably greater emphasis on presentations by regional American galleries and newer ADAA members, with exhibitors from Boston, Philadelphia, Chicago, St. Louis, Nashville, Miami, Dallas and elsewhere. “The American gallery landscape extends well beyond New York and Los Angeles,” executive director Kinsey Robb told Observer earlier this week. “Across the country, exceptional dealers are building ambitious programs, supporting artists, developing collectors and contributing significantly to their cultural communities.” The fair’s philanthropic priorities have also changed.

Artvoice · Boston, NY

Nearby: Boston, NY

Anthony Clark, Comedian And 'Yes Dear' Star, Dies At 62

TV & FilmAnthony Clark, Comedian And 'Yes Dear' Star, Dies At 62TTroy Smith · November 12, 2026Troy SmithSharefXin✉Anthony Clark, the stand-up comedian who starred as Greg Warner on the CBS sitcom “Yes, Dear,” died Tuesday at age 62.His former co-star Mike O’Malley announced the death on X on Wednesday. “Anthony Clark died yesterday,” O’Malley wrote. “When my wife Lisa and I were dating back in the mid-nineties, Anthony was already famous in Boston, regularly selling out comedy shows. He was so unique, one of those comics who is laughing along with you at the absurdity of his stories and observations.”Deadline reported that Clark died from complications related to pneumonia, though no official cause has been announced.

Observer · Orchard Park, NY

Nearby: Orchard Park, NY

Bills eye best start since 1991 at Jets

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — The Buffalo Bills are off to their best start in 33 years, Josh Allen and the high-scoring offense are clicking, and they’re tied for the top record in the NFL. In a season during which many things have gone right so far, the Bills know better than to overlook a struggling AFC East rival when they face the New York Jets on Sunday at MetLife Stadium. “This is a division game on the road, it’s going to be as hard as it gets, right?” first-year coach Joe Brady said. “We showed that we can go on the road and win a hard game. We’ve got to go do it again. “And if we think otherwise, then I’m not doing a good enough job.” Coming off a 23-6 victory at Minnesota on Monday night, Buffalo is 7-1 — tops in the AFC and tied for the NFL lead with San Francisco. It’s the first time since 1993 the Bills have opened a season 7-1 or better.