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Family Art Night draws big crowd in Newark
About 150 students, parents, and community members gathered at Newark High School on March 19 for a colorful, hands-on Family Art Night, according to organizers. Hosted by the Newark Visual & Media Arts Department and ... more
Former hospital renovation moves closer to approval
Developers planning a $2.7 million transformation of the long-vacant Newark Hospital into nine market-rate apartments are seeking tax breaks to move the project forward, according to The Finger Lakes Times. If approved, construction could begin ... more
Smith Metal marks 80 years of evolution in Newark
Smith Metal Works in Newark is celebrating 80 years in business, having grown from a farm repair shop in 1945 to a major manufacturer of salt spreaders used nationwide, according to WayneTimes.com. The company was ... more
Newark student musicians shine at annual concert
More than 200 student musicians from grades 4 through 12 came together on March 6 for the Newark Central School District’s “Cavalcade of Bands” concert, filling the high school gym with music and energy. The ... more
Joseph Vanni joins Newark as new code enforcement officer
The Village of Newark has announced the addition of Joseph Vanni to its Code Enforcement Department as a new Code Enforcement Officer. Vanni recently completed the mandatory New York State training and brings a background ... more
Newark Rotary honors veterans at annual recognition event
The Newark Rotary Club, known for recognizing community service, dedicated this year’s event to honoring military veterans. A Salute to Our Veterans took place on March 1 at the Roosevelt Children’s Center in Newark, drawing ... more
Newark man arrested for stalking in domestic investigation
A Newark man is facing multiple charges after allegedly violating a court-issued Stay Away Order of Protection in a prolonged domestic incident, according to the Wayne County Sheriff's Office. Jerard I. Hughson, 64, of W ... more
Newark man charged with DWI after driving off road in Arcadia
A Newark man was arrested early Tuesday morning after he allegedly drove off the road in the Town of Arcadia while intoxicated, according to the Wayne County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies responded to the scene at ... more
GIRLS BASKETBALL: Newark’s quest for sectional title ends with loss to Pittsford Sutherland
The Newark girls' basketball team entered the sectional tournament as the sixth seed in a highly competitive Class A bracket. They battled their way to the championship game on Saturday afternoon at Finger Lakes Community ... more
Lincoln Fire Department seeks lawn care proposals
The Lincoln Volunteer Fire Department is accepting contractor proposals for lawn mowing and trimming services for the 2025 season. Bidders must be fully insured and able to provide proof of insurance if selected. The contract ... more
Newark man arrested after refusing court-ordered eviction
A Newark man was arrested Thursday morning after allegedly refusing to comply with a court-ordered eviction, according to the Wayne County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies responded to 1114 South Main Street at 10:10 a.m. to enforce ... more
TUESDAY HS BASKETBALL SECTIONAL REPORT: Waterloo, ER boys, Newark girls punch tickets to finals; Lyons boys fall in OT
A handful of Section V boys’ and girls’ sectional semifinal games were contested on Tuesday night, and a few more Wayne-Finger Lakes teams advanced to the finals this weekend. The Waterloo boys outlasted Finger Lakes ... more
Newark’s first DRI project begins with Coventry Commons
Construction has begun on Coventry Commons, a $60 million redevelopment of a former industrial site in Newark. The project, backed by $2 million in Downtown Revitalization Initiative (DRI) funds and a $1 million Restore NY ... more
SATURDAY HS BASKETBALL SECTIONAL REPORT: Lyons boys hold off Whitman; Mynderse, Waterloo boys to meet in semifinals
The quarterfinal round of the 2025 Section V boys’ and girls’ tournaments wrapped up Saturday, with more Wayne-Finger Lakes teams advancing to the semifinals while others saw their seasons end. The slate featured a great ... more
Former Marbletown fire chief arrested for stealing over $100K from department
A former fire chief and treasurer of the Marbletown Volunteer Fire Department has been arrested for allegedly stealing $101,000 from the department over four years. State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli, Wayne County District Attorney Christine ... more
FRIDAY HS BASKETBALL SECTIONAL REPORT: Halsey joins 1000-point club as South Seneca moves on; Penn Yan girls stun Waterloo
The quarterfinal round of the 2025 Section V boys' and girls' tournaments kicked off Friday night, with several Wayne-Finger Lakes teams advancing to the semifinals while others saw their seasons end. The slate featured another ... more
WEDNESDAY HS BASKETBALL SECTIONAL REPORT: Eldridge joins 1000-point club as ER girls advance; Mynderse boys cruise into second round
The first round of the 2025 Section V boys and girls tournaments concluded Wednesday night, with several Wayne-Finger Lakes teams moving on to the quarterfinals while others saw their seasons come to an end. The ... more
Newark Drama Club brings ‘Mamma Mia’ to the stage
The Newark Drama Club is set to present the beloved musical “Mamma Mia” this weekend, promising an energetic show filled with ABBA’s greatest hits. Directed and choreographed by Emily Howard, the production features a large, ... more
TUESDAY HS BASKETBALL SECTIONAL REPORT: Newark boys top Pal-Mac in OT; Mynderse girls roll into second round
The high school basketball postseason began Tuesday night with a full slate of Wayne-Finger Lakes games, but only two were decided by single digits. The most thrilling matchup unfolded in Wayne County, where the Newark ... more
