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Wayne-Finger Lakes high school sports: April 29 scoreboard
Rain washed out much of Tuesday’s spring sports slate, but Gananda baseball made headlines by erupting for 16 runs en route to its eighth victory of the season. Meanwhile, Canandaigua girls lacrosse came up just ... more
Penn Yan Village Board advances budget, approves major events
The Penn Yan Village Board moved key projects forward during its April 15 meeting, approving a tentative water and sewer budget and greenlighting several major community events. Mayor Danny Condella opened the meeting, which included ... more
Yates County Sheriff’s Office honors Lt. Ed Nemitz’s retirement
The Yates County Sheriff's Office celebrated the retirement of Lt. Ed Nemitz, a veteran officer whose career spanned more than three decades. Lt. Nemitz, who began his service with the department on January 10, 1994, ... more
TRACKING THE LATEST: Severe thunderstorm watch issued, storms rolling through FLX and CNY
The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for much of Western New York and the Finger Lakes region, effective through 10 p.m. This development follows a day of rapidly building atmospheric instability, ... more
Wayne-Finger Lakes high school sports: April 28 scoreboard
Jenna Santelli scored seven goals to lead Palmyra-Macedon girls lacrosse past Hilton, while Sophia Snyder and Helen Snyder combined for seven goals and two assists in Marcus Whitman’s win over Newark/Midlakes. On the boys side, ... more
Concerned Citizens of Yates County to host public discussion
A newly formed community group is inviting residents to join a critical conversation about the future of Yates County amid changing federal and state policies. Concerned Citizens of Yates County will host Impact on Services: ... more
Starkey urges residents to clear junk vehicles
Property owners in Starkey are being asked to remove junk vehicles under a new law aimed at improving the town’s appearance, according to officials. The 2024 law defines junk vehicles as unlicensed, unusable cars that ... more
Wayne-Finger Lakes high school sports: April 26 scoreboard
Canandaigua boys lacrosse remained undefeated and handed Penn Yan their first loss, while Mynderse softball won a thrilling matchup against Palmyra-Macedon. Check out all the scores and stats below. BOYS LACROSSE Canandaigua (8-0) 16Penn Yan ... more
Tractor fire in Rushville destroys equipment but spares nearby machinery
A tractor fire in a Rushville field Thursday afternoon destroyed a piece of equipment but was quickly contained before spreading, authorities said. Yates County deputies, along with the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, ... more
Wayne-Finger Lakes high school sports: April 25 scoreboard
Bloomfield softball remained undefeated with a win over Wellsville, powered by Brianna Leitten's five RBI, including a three-run home run. Meanwhile, Lyons cruised to yet another victory behind another perfect night at the plate from ... more
Vineyard View Winery opens tasting room and event space on Seneca Lake
Vineyard View Winery is expanding from its home on Keuka Lake with the opening of a new tasting room and event venue on Seneca Lake. The family-owned business is launching “The Meadows” in partnership with ... more
Yates County to dedicate new shared services facility
Yates County will host an open house and building dedication ceremony on Saturday, May 17, to celebrate the opening of its new Shared Services Facility in Penn Yan. The event will run from 8 a.m ... more
Volunteers drive Dundee grocery store closer to opening
A team of dedicated volunteers is making steady strides toward the launch of a fresh food grocery store in Dundee, with the opening targeted for late spring or early summer. The nonprofit Dundee Fresh Grocery, ... more
George H. Ball Award inspires Keuka College student leader
Isabella Davis, a Unified Early Childhood/Special Education major at Keuka College, says receiving the George H. Ball Community Achievement Award was a defining moment in her academic journey. The award, named after the College’s founder, ... more
Rushville woman charged after theft admission in Penn Yan
A Rushville woman was arrested in Penn Yan last week after police identified her as the suspect in a recent shoplifting case. Michelle M. Lohnes, 54, was taken into custody on April 17 after returning ... more
Himrod woman charged after abandoning dog in Penn Yan
A Himrod woman was arrested late Saturday night after police say she tied a dog to a fence and left it without care near a village residence. Naomi J. Pelton, 43, was charged with abandonment ... more
Penn Yan man charged with felony DWI after crash
A Penn Yan man was arrested for felony driving while intoxicated after a two-car crash outside a local business on April 17. Shawn M. Madigan, 38, was identified by police as the driver responsible for ... more
Penn Yan woman charged with theft at Aldi
A Penn Yan woman was arrested Wednesday after police say she failed to scan more than $170 worth of merchandise at a local grocery store. Sandra J. Shriver, 57, was taken into custody on April ... more
Penn Yan man charged after hammer threat on Wagener Street
Police arrested a Penn Yan man Friday evening following a disturbance that allegedly involved threats with a hammer and physical contact. Christopher F. Cooke, 39, was taken into custody on April 18 after officers responded ... more
