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Officials deny closure rumors at local hospitals
Despite recent social media speculation, Geneva General and Newark-Wayne Community hospitals are not closing, according to the Finger Lakes Times. Officials blame misinformation tied to federal legislation for fueling the false claims. Leaders from Rochester ... more
Newark man arrested on drug charge warrant
A Newark man was taken into custody this week on an outstanding warrant related to a controlled substance charge, the Wayne County Sheriff’s Office announced. Deputies arrested 38-year-old Gregory C. Naschke of East Miller Street ... more
‘Treasures Along the Erie’ garage sale returns August 1 in Newark, Lyons, Clyde and Savannah
A stretch of Wayne County communities along the Erie Canal will once again turn into a treasure hunter’s paradise when Newark, Lyons, Clyde and Savannah host the “Treasures Along the Erie” community garage sale on ... more
Buckley named Newark High School assistant principal
Timothy Buckley has been appointed assistant principal at Newark High School, according to the Finger Lakes Times. He begins the role August 4, joining Principal Kelly Zielke and Assistant Principal Emily Schmitt. Buckley brings 17 ... more
Driver escapes serious injury in Alton crash
A vehicle slammed into a utility pole Sunday morning in Alton, prompting a swift emergency response and temporary traffic disruption. The crash occurred at 11:32 a.m. and resulted in minor injuries to the driver, who ... more
Newark boards to review shed variance, table apartment conversion
Two upcoming public meetings in Newark will consider requests that could impact local property use, with the Village Planning Board set to meet on July 7 and the Zoning Board of Appeals scheduled for July ... more
Newark woman charged with felony DWI at checkpoint
A Newark woman was arrested late Friday night after failing a breath test at a roadside checkpoint, according to the Wayne County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies say Ella Fontanez, 22, was stopped on East Union Street ... more
Newark family pushes for graduation tribute to late student
Loved ones of Wilson Augustave Jr., a Newark student who drowned last year, are urging school officials to honor him with an empty chair at tonight's graduation, according to RochesterFirst.com. The 17-year-old was part of ... more
Michael Rulffes named president and COO of Clifton Springs and Newark-Wayne hospitals
Rochester Regional Health has announced the appointment of Michael Rulffes, MBA, as the new President and Chief Operating Officer of Clifton Springs Hospital & Clinic and Newark-Wayne Community Hospital. Rulffes steps into the role following ... more
Newark trustees to address safety, appointments, and community events Tuesday
The Newark Village Board of Trustees will meet Tuesday at 6 p.m. in the Municipal Building's second-floor courtroom, with a full agenda covering public safety, community engagement, and administrative updates. Trustees will consider a resolution ... more
Newark Garden Club begins canalside garden renovation
The Newark Garden Club has launched a renovation of its Memorial Garden near the East Avenue Bridge along the canal, aiming to enhance the space with pollinator-friendly plants. The project is supported by a grant ... more
Newark lighting showroom named national finalist again
For the third straight year, First Choice Electric Supply’s Lighting Showroom in Newark has been named a finalist for the National Showroom of the Year award. The showroom is one of only 15 finalists nationwide ... more
New Microtel hotel opens in Newark, creating 15 jobs
A new Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham hotel has officially opened in Newark, bringing modern, affordable lodging and more than 15 new jobs to the community. Indus Hospitality Group, based in Rochester, announced the ... more
Newark boards to review Walmart site changes
The Village of Newark’s Planning Board and Zoning Board of Appeals will soon hold meetings to consider proposed site changes at a local Walmart property on Route 31 East. The Planning Board will meet on ... more
Wayne-Finger Lakes high school sports: May 27 scoreboard
Postseason action rolled on across the Wayne-Finger Lakes on Tuesday, and several more teams punched their tickets to the next round. In softball, Bloomfield’s Ashlyn Wright and Lyons’ Keira Weber each struck out 15 batters ... more
Wayne-Finger Lakes high school sports: May 23 scoreboard
Sectional play rolled on across Section V Friday despite poor weather conditions, with several Wayne-Finger Lakes teams advancing to the next round. Mynderse’s Alan Plummer dazzled in a dominant shutout, fanning 14 and earning his ... more
Newark blooms with color and community spirit on Pride Day
The streets, yards, and storefronts of Newark came alive with flowers and civic pride as the village celebrated its 19th Annual Community Pride Day on earlier this week. Volunteers fanned out across the village to ... more
Wayne-Finger Lakes high school sports: May 22 scoreboard
Postseason play ramped up across Section V on a rainy Thursday in the Wayne-Finger Lakes, while regular-season action wrapped up in boys and girls lacrosse. Canandaigua’s Tyler Christopher and Mick Schaeffer teamed up for a ... more
Wayne-Finger Lakes high school sports: May 20 scoreboard
The regular season concluded on Tuesday for Wayne-Finger Lakes high school baseball and softball. In baseball, Cullen Herron’s one-hit gem powered Mynderse past Lyons, while Palmyra-Macedon picked up its 14th win of the season. On ... more
