Medina hosts 3-day international conference on preservation trades

By Tom Rivers, Editor Posted 19 September 2026 at 8:23 pm

160 people attended workshops on repairing windows, roofs, plaster and other parts of older buildings

Photos by Tom Rivers

MEDINA – Sadie Rose leads a workshop today on “The Art of Stencil.” It was among several workshops today in the former Medina High School.

There were 160 people in Medina for the three-day International Preservation Trades Workshop, with sessions from Thursday through today.

Rose works in the Detroit area as a preservation craftsperson specializing in decorative painting, mural conservation and wood restoration.

The Preservation Trades Network picked Medina for the conference partly because it’s the base for Talis Historic Restoration, which employs 20 people and utilizes 30,000 square feet of the old high school.

A banner welcomes attendees to the International Preservation Trades Workshop held the past three days at the former Medina High School.

The conference has recently been in Savannah, Ga., and Frederick, Maryland. In Medina, the attendees could see a remarkable concentration of historic cobblestone buildings that reflect extraordinary craftsmanship and durability, the Preservation Trades Network said.

“Just as important is Medina’s connection to the Erie Canal—one of the most transformative infrastructure projects in American history,” the group said in promoting the conference. “The canal turned small towns like Medina into hubs of trade and movement, fueling the growth of local industry and shaping the built environment you see today. Medina sandstone, quarried locally and shipped via the canal, became a defining material in buildings across the region and beyond.”

Terry Wullenweber, a master plasterer from Milan, Indiana, leads a workshop about plastering today entitled, “Look Up! Don’t miss the ornaments above.” Wullenweber received an award at the conference for his decades of work and expertise.

The Preservation Trades Network seeks to share knowledge on the importance of preservation, and how to repair and restore windows, stained-glass, plaster, finishes/paint, masonry. metals and roofing.

Dan Totten, a commercial estimator and project technician for Talis Historic Restoration, is on the board for the Preservation Trades Network. Totten went to art school and he said that he, like many in historic trades, came to the profession after working in other careers.

He enjoys the challenge of working on older buildings, many were built extremely well but have seen decades of deferred maintenance.

He said there is need for workers in historic trades. Talis in Medina has 20 employees and Totten said the company is actively hiring.

Talis started eight years ago in a business led by Roger Hungerford. Talis works across upstate New York and in the Northeast. Some notable window restoration projects by Talis include the Thompson A.M.E. Zion Church (Harriet Tubman’s church) in Auburn, NY; nearly 300 windows at the old Medina High School in Medina; Cobblestone Museum in Albion; William J. Brennan Courthouse in Jersey City, New Jersey; Morgan Manning House in Brockport; Sojourner Truth house in Kingston, NY; and other prominent historic sites in Effingham, New Hampshire; Buffalo, NY; Sackets Harbor, NY; Ithaca, NY; Canandaigua, NY; and Rochester, NY.

Travis Farnsworth is president and CEO of Talis Historic Restoration. He has been with Talis since it started eight years ago. The company led several workshops in glazing windows during the historic trades conference.

Totten said Talis Historic Restoration was pleased to be a part of hosting the convention and welcoming people with a passion for the historic trades.

“At Talis we’re very collaborative,” he said. “We like to bring people together.”

John Moore leads a workshop today in the former Medina High School. Moore is a preservation carpenter, educator, and former residential builder. He taught carpentry and construction technology at West Kentucky Community & Technical College, where he helped develop a historic preservation curriculum.

Clarendon voters have more than one choice for town supervisor

Posted 19 September 2026 at 7:26 pm

Editor:

My name is Kathy Harnischfeger. I am running for Clarendon Town Supervisor as a write-in candidate. I am a moderate Democrat who believes in the 2nd amendment. While this may deter some of our residents, what is important to know is that the position of Town Supervisor holds no more power than the Town Board members.

I decided to run as a write-in candidate after the primary election results because I felt that our community needed another choice. The Town of Clarendon has faced some serious issues the last 9 months which has unfortunately divided our community in a big way.

I want to help the community heal and move forward by serving every Clarendon resident. I have been to too many board meetings to count over the years. I have worked with our Town Board to try to improve Clarendon’s standard of living, so every resident can live happily in peace and harmony with their neighbor.

I have studied the town law book and continue to do so. I believe the leader of a community should hold honor, integrity and most importantly, have the taxpayers’ best interests at heart.

This is an important position. This shouldn’t be a personal race. This shouldn’t be a popularity contest. This should be about who is the best person to lead the town, and who can best represent every resident in the community, regardless of who they support.

Ultimately, my goal is to bring everyone together and move forward in a positive direction. This is not a partisan race for me, I simply want to serve the community I have called home for 20 years.

I have asked the other candidate to join me on October 16 starting at 6 p.m., at the Clarendon Town Hall for a Community Q&A session. This will be the opportunity to get to know me as a person, what I stand for, and what my goals are for the community of Clarendon.

Enough is enough! It is time we move Clarendon forward together as a community by creating a more unified environment for all that call Clarendon their home. I am so excited to meet everyone!

Clarendon, you still have a choice!

Sincerely,

Kathy Harnischfeger

Clarendon

Barker tops Wilson in N-O field hockey

By Mike Wertman, Sports Writer Posted 19 September 2026 at 3:19 pm

Barker improved to 4-0 in Niagara-Orleans League field hockey competition with a 4-0 win over Wilson this afternoon.

Autumn Lewis, Sophia Pavlock, Lexi Brazzel and Xyon Weese each scored a goal. Pavlock also had a pair of assists.

Wilson is now 1-3

Two quick goals spark Wilson past Medina

By Mike Wertman, Sports Writer Posted 19 September 2026 at 3:17 pm

A quick two goal scoring burst midway through the second half keyed defending champion Wilson to a 3-0 win over visiting Medina in a Niagara-Orleans League soccer game this morning.

Cole Herrmann and Hayden Fellows both had a goal and an assist and Gage Gailie a goal for Wilson which improves to 4-0 in N-O action.

The loss drops Medina to 1-2.

In the other N-O contest, Newfane (2-2) edged Roy-Hart (0-2) 2-1.

Michael Fuller scored the Roy-Hart goal.

Roy-Hart/Medina girls score shutout win

By Mike Wertman, Sports Writer Posted 19 September 2026 at 3:15 pm

Photos by Cheryl Wertman – Lilly Maynard, who scored the first goal for Roy-Hart/Medina, sends a shot toward the goal as Addison Downs defends for Newfane . Roy-Hart/Medina scored a win in the contest this afternoon at Vets Park.

Roy-Hart/Medina blanked Newfane 5-0 in a Niagara-Orleans League girls soccer game at Vets Park this afternoon.

Roy-Hart/Medina built up a 3-0 lead in the first half on goals by Lilly Maynard, Alexis Bedford and Maria Trombley.

Trombley and Peyton Johengen also scored in the second half.

Roy-Hart/Medina is now 2-2 and Newfane 0-4 in N-O action.

Akron 3, Barker/Lyndonville 0
Akron (2-1) blanked Barker/Lyndonville (2-2) 3-0 in the other N-O game as Reese Adessa had 2 goals and Clara Bogdan 1.

Alexa Demmer brings the ball up field for Roy-Hart/Medina as Abby Robinson defends for Newfane.

Capacity crowd sees acclaimed guitarist at Hoag Library

By Tom Rivers, Editor Posted 19 September 2026 at 2:26 pm

Photos by Tom Rivers

ALBION – It was a full capacity crowd for this afternoon’s concert at Hoag Library featuring internationally acclaimed guitarist Muriel Anderson.

About 100 people filled the meeting rooms of the library for the concert, which included a special guest, renowned guitarist Kinloch Nelson.

The free concert was made possible through a state grant administered by GO Art!

Anderson is an award-winning guitarist, harp guitarist, composer, and performer known for her innovative musicianship and engaging live performances. She has performed around the world and is recognized for her ability to blend a variety of musical styles.

Marti’s celebrates new art show at gallery in Albion

By Tom Rivers, Editor Posted 19 September 2026 at 8:43 am

First art auction for non-profit set for Sept. 26

Photos by Tom Rivers: Kim Martillotta Muscarella greets people at Friday’s art show at the Marti’s on Main Art gallery. Muscarella has been leading art shows in Albion for nearly 20 years, including the past five years at 20 South Main St., a historic building in Albion that previously was home to the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Orleans County.

ALBION – Marti’s on Main welcomed an energetic crowd on Friday evening to the art gallery at 20 South Main St. The show features works by Jill Gussow, Jennifer Hecker and Rosanne Muscari.

This is the sixth of eight monthly art shows at the gallery. There is an opening reception on the third Fridays each month.

Gussow and Hecker were both art professors for Kim Martillotta Muscarella, the director of Marti’s on main, when she was a student at SUNY Brockport. Mascari and Muscarella connected through the Brockport Artists’ Guild.

Jill Gussow shows one of her paintings which include a fabric collage. This one shows a bird in mourning. Gussow has 18 art pieces in the show.

She is now retired as an art professor from SUNY Brockport and the University of Rochester. She taught photo and design classes to Muscarella when she was a student at Brockport.

Gussow appreciates the variety of art displayed at the Marti’s gallery.

“Usually art galleries are sterile, but this is anything but that,” Gussow said. “Kim’s network of artists has really grown.”

Jennifer Hecker is shown with one of her flame-warped glass sculptures. Her works have water themes. She is beginning her 38^th year as a professor at Brockport.

She welcomed the chance to show 12 of her works at Marti’s.

“This gallery definitely has Kim’s flair,” Hecker said. “The energy is just great.”

Rosanne Mascari of Brockport has 18 pieces in the show at Marti’s. Mascari paints abstracts in acrylic.

She has been featured before at Marti’s. She thanked Muscarella for the outlet for artists to display their work.

“This gallery is great because Kim is so great,” Mascari said. “She breathes life into her fellow artists.”

People check out the artwork in this month’s show at the Marti’s gallery.

The art auction on Sept. 26 will have a preview starting at 5:30 p.m. with the auction beginning at 6:30.

The auction features pieces donated by 35 artists. Todd Jantzi of Bontrager Real Estate & Auction Service will be the auctioneer.

The proceeds will help with the operational costs of the gallery as well as programming. Marti’s is now a non-profit organization. For more information on the auction, click here.

Albion golfers score win over Wilson

By Mike Wertman, Sports Writer Posted 18 September 2026 at 11:45 pm

Albion downed Wilson 251-277 in a Niagara-Orleans League golf match today.

Drew Pritchard shot a 46 and Owen Spencer a 48 to lead Albion.

Wilson’s Ben Meyers took medalist honors with a 39.

In another N-O match Akron edged Barker 261-266.

Barker’s Hudson Prynn earned medalist honors with a 45.

Roy-Hart spikers post win over Medina

By Mike Wertman, Sports Writer Posted 18 September 2026 at 11:44 pm

Roy-Hart downed host Medina in four sets 25-19, 25-11, 23-25, 25-22 in a Niagara-Orleans League volleyball match this evening.

Lauren Sndyer had 13 kills and 8 aces, Samilynn Denniston 7 kills and 3 aces, Alyse Dress 9 aces and Lily Pabon 6 aces for Roy-Hart.

Samantha Heschke had 6 aces and 4 kills, Caliyah St. Louis 3 kills and 3 aces. Teagan Balaban 3 aces and Jenna Cecchini 2 aces for Medina.

Kendall girls romp to G-R soccer victory

By Mike Wertman, Sports Writer Posted 18 September 2026 at 11:43 pm

Improving to 5-0, Kendall romped to a 10-0 victory over Pembroke in a Genesee Region League girls soccer game this evening.

Ryleigh Denning scored 3 goals as Jersie Drake, MacKenzie Cooper and Charlie Fox each netted 2 and Kaylie Bunn 1. Sophia Picardo also had 3 assists.

In another G-R contest, Wheatland-Chili nipped Holley 1-0.

Barker/Roy-Hart rolls past Eden/NC

By Mike Wertman, Sports Writer Posted 18 September 2026 at 11:27 pm

Building up a huge 42-7 half-time lead, defending champion Barker/Roy-Hart went on to defeat Eden/North Collins 48-29 in a C North Division game this evening at Eden.

Carter DerSarkissian had three touchdown runs for Barker/Roy-Hart on carries of 44, 9 and 9 yards.

Bulls quarterback Max Townsend threw a pair of touchdown passes covering 25 yards to Ashton Ark and 45 yards to Matt Aquilina.

Barker/Roy-Hart also got touchdown runs of 45 yards by Jeff Waters and 14 yards by Owen Maedl.

Improving to 2-0 in the division and 2-1 overall, Barker/Roy-Hart next hosts Springvlle next Friday evening at 7.

Holley/Lyndonville game cancelled
Tonight’s scheduled Holley/Lyndonville at Notre Dame/Byron-Bergen game was cancelled as Holley/Lyndonville did not have enough players.

Rivals nip Billies on a dramatic last second TD

By Mike Wertman, Sports Writer Posted 18 September 2026 at 11:19 pm

Photos by Cheryl Wertman – Noah Harrison signals touchdown as Elijah Doxey sets set to cross the goal line for Albion/Medina’s dramatic game winning score over host Williamsville South with only two seconds remaining this evening.

Scoring a dramatic touchdown in the final two seconds, Albion/Medina rallied to nip host Williamsville South 38-34 in a key B1 Division football game this evening.

Trailing 34-30, the Rivals pulled out the thrilling victory when quarterback Preston Woodworth hooked up with Elijah Doxey on an 8 yard touchdown pass with only two seconds remaining. Woodworth then connected with Hadrian Batista for the two point conversion.

Albion/Medina also scored a touchdown on the final play of the first half on a 30 yard pass from Woodworth to Noah Harrison to rally into a 22-22 tie.

The Rivals then took what proved to be a short lived 30-22 lead on the first play of the final period as Doxey scored on a 1 yard run and also on the two-point conversion.

Williamsville South though answered back with a pair of touchdowns on runs of 31 and 1 yards by quarterback Phillips Gangi to put the Billies up 34-30 with 4:32 remaining.

That set the stage for Albion/Medina’s dramatic game winning scoring drive which used all but two seconds of that remaining 4:32. Pass completions by Woodworth of 18 yards to Harrison and 11 to Doxey along with an 11 yard run by Jayzon Wills helped move the Rivals into scoring position at the Billies 21. Seven plays later Woodworth connected with Doxey for the game winning TD.

The Rivals also scored first in the back and forth contest as Doxey scored on an 11 yard run and Woodworth hooked up with Batista for the two point conversion and an 8-0 lead with 9:04 to go in the opening period. Pass completions by Woodworth of 37 yards to Doxey and 25 to Harrison highlighted the drive.

However, Will South again answered with a pair of touchdowns on the first on a 32 yard run by Andrew Aquino and the second on a pass interception to put the Billies up 14-8.

The lead then sea-sawed back and forth in the second quarter.

First the Rivals regained a 16-14 lead on a 8 yard touchdown pass from Woodworth to Harrison and a two-point conversion run by Doxey on the first play of the quarter.

The Billies answered with a 10 yard TD run and a two-point conversion carry, both by Aquino, to regain a 22-16 lead with 1:26 remaining.

However the Rivals answered right back with the 30 yard Woodworth to Harrison touchdown pass as time expired to finish the half deadlocked at 22-22.

A scoreless third quarter then set the stage for a wild final period which saw both teams score twice with Albion/Medina touchdowns on the first play of the quarter on a 2 yard run by Doxey and on the Rivals final play on a 8 yard Woodworth to Doxey TD pass being the difference.

The Rivals defensive unit came up with a number of big plays but probably none bigger then when Jaxon Lynch and Rocco Sidari teamed up to tackle Gangi on a fourth down and goal to go play in the third period. Lynch also had a fumble recovery in the second quarter.

The Rivals thrilling victory spoiled the Billies Homecoming game which was played before a huge crowd.

The Rivals are now 2-0 in the division and 3-0 overall while the Billies slip to 2-1 in the division and overall.

Albion/Medina next visits Lew-Port next Friday evening at 7.

The Rivals defensive duo of Jaxon Lynch and Rocco Sidari combine to stop Williamsville South quarterback Phillips Gangi on a fourth down and goal play in the third quarter.

YMCA Summer Camp program lets local kids experience Buffalo Bisons

Posted 18 September 2026 at 8:52 pm

Photo courtesy of Orleans Community Connects: Kids in the summer camp at the YMCA were able to be on field at a Buffalo Bisons game with their names announced on the public address system.

Press Release, Orleans Community Connects

MEDINA – Orleans Community Connects is proud to announce its recent funding support for the Orleans County YMCA Summer Camp Program, helping provide a memorable and enriching experience for local youth.

The Orleans County YMCA operates an eight-week, full-day summer camp program that offers a safe and engaging environment for children throughout the summer. Camp participants take part in a variety of activities, including STEM projects, gym activities, walking field trips, and swimming lessons.

Funding provided by Orleans Community Connects enabled camp participants to attend a Buffalo Bisons baseball game as part of the Dream Team Package, creating a unique opportunity many children may not otherwise have experienced.

“Our Summer Camp is a full-day, child drop-off, eight-week program. Each day they have activities ranging from STEM to gym activities. They also go outside of our location for things such as walking field trips and swimming lessons,” said Andrew Houseman, executive director of the Orleans County YMCA. “With funding from Orleans Community Connects, we were able to send our camp kids to a Buffalo Bisons baseball game through the Dream Team Package. They had an absolute blast. The funds were used to cover tickets which included an on-field experience with their names announced, food and drink, a baseball, as well as third-party transportation. This summer we had 16 kids attend.”

Orleans Community Connects is dedicated to strengthening Orleans County by supporting nonprofit organizations and programs that improve the quality of life for residents. By investing in youth programs such as the YMCA Summer Camp, the organization helps create meaningful experiences that foster learning, personal growth, and community connection.

“We are pleased to support the Orleans County YMCA and the outstanding work they do for local children and families,” said Nyla Gaylord, executive director of Orleans Community Connects. “Opportunities like this baseball outing create lasting memories while encouraging young people to explore new experiences, build friendships, and remain engaged in their community.”

Through partnerships with local nonprofits, Orleans Community Connects continues to invest in programs that make a positive and lasting impact throughout Orleans County.

Brooklyn man indicted on federal child pornography charges with Albion victim

Posted 18 September 2026 at 8:25 pm

Press Release, US Attorney Michael DiGiacomo of Western District of New York

BUFFALO – U.S. Attorney Michael DiGiacomo announced today that a federal grand jury has returned an indictment charging Alexey Aleksandrovich Moskalyuk, 27, of Brooklyn, NY, with production and distribution of child pornography, which carry a mandatory minimum penalty of five years in prison and a maximum of 30 years.

According to the indictment and a previously filed complaint, on August 3, the Albion Police Department received a report from the mother of a missing minor female, who left home unexpectedly.

The mother turned over multiple electronic devices belonging to her daughter and consented to forensic reviews of the devices. She told investigators that the minor victim frequently communicated with adult males online through Discord and Snapchat. Albion Police located the minor victim the following day, on August 4, at a hotel in Niagara Falls, NY, accompanied by the defendant, who had traveled from Brooklyn to meet her.

The minor victim told investigators that she met Moskalyuk in an online group called “Cultist,” a group largely comprised of adult males and minor females. She stated that when she was 15 years old, she began video chats with Moskalyuk, which became sexually explicit in nature with Moskalyuk routinely requesting nude images.

Editor’s Note: The U.S. Attorney’s Office also said Moskalyuk met with the victim when she was 16 and engaged in sexual acts that were recorded on video. Investigators also recovered Moskalyuk actively engaged in “Cultist” group chats promoting harmful and coercive interactions with minor females.

The case is being prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney Sasha Mascarenhas. The indictment is the result of an investigation by the FBI, under the direction of Special Agent-in-Charge Allen D. Davis, II and the Albion Police Department, under the direction of Chief David Mogle. Additional assistance was provided by the Orleans County Sheriff’s Office and the Honolulu FBI Office.

The fact that a defendant has been charged with a crime is merely an accusation and the defendant is presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty.

Medina hosting 2nd annual LEGO event on Saturday, with focus of 250th of USA

By Ginny Kropf, correspondent Posted 18 September 2026 at 4:30 pm

Photos by Ginny Kropf: Brad Zacher and his son Henry, 5, build a fort with the giant LEGO blocks during special event at Sacred Heart Club last year, sponsored by Medina Tourism Committee.

MEDINA – The second annual LEGO event sponsored by Medina Tourism Committee is scheduled for Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Lee-Whedon Memorial Library.

Medina Tourism Committee member Barb Gorham said the event was so popular last year, they have decided to do it again. Because last year’s venue, Sacred Heart Club, was booked for tomorrow, the Committee decided to move it to the library.

The event was an idea of Jan Smith, a member of the Tourism Committee. The committee discussed it and thought it be a good fit for the community, Gorham said.

The theme last year was the 200th anniversary of the Erie Canal, while this year’s theme is the 250th anniversary of the country. However, entries for prizes do not have to have a theme, nor do entries for display. They may also be already-made.

Prizes will be awarded in age categories of K-2nd grade, 3rd to 7th grade, 8th to 12th grade and adults.

In addition to displays and the competition, there will be hands-on activities, building blocks and entertainment by Chuckles the Magician in the library from 11 a.m. to noon.

Gorham expressed her thanks to Genesee-Orleans Ministry of Concern for loaning them the building blocks.

A new feature this year will be the Boy Scouts selling hot dogs and beverages. Water and popcorn will be provided for the children.

Members of the ROCLUG LEGO building group out of Rochester sit with their giant display of creations they brought to Sacred Heart Club last year. From left are Robert Herberger, Chuck Frueh and Shyra Murphy, all of Geneva, They will be in Medina again for the second LEGO event Saturday (tomorrow) at Lee-Whedon Memorial Library.