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Yates County

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Yates declares state of emergency

May 24, 2023 at 09:34 am by Observer-Review

YATES COUNTY--A state of emergency was declared in Yates County, Monday, May 22 by legislative Chairwoman Leslie Church. According to county documents, “This state of em.... Read More
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Administrator provides county update

May 03, 2023 at 09:20 pm by Observer-Review

YATES COUNTY--Yates County Administrator Nonie Flynn provided the following update on several programs currently in development or underway in the county. Finance Committee-Pl.... Read More

Arbor Day event marks Yates County anniversary

Apr 26, 2023 at 09:23 pm by Observer-Review

PENN YAN--Bicentennial celebrations are continuing throughout Yates County. On Arbor Day, (Friday, April 28) at 1 p.m. community leaders will recognize the Wagener apple tree,.... Read More

Yates DA and police release charges after investigation

Apr 26, 2023 at 05:13 pm by Observer-Review

YATES COUNTY--On Thursday, Oct. 13, 2022, the New York State Police Bureau of Criminal Investigation, Horseheads began an investigation into Andrew Daugherty of Starkey. Over.... Read More

Yates sets building project in motion

Apr 26, 2023 at 05:13 pm by Observer-Review

YATES COUNTY--The Yates County legislature met for its regular monthly meeting Monday, April 10. During the session, a number of resolutions were passed to advance the constru.... Read More