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Dairy trailer turns class hands-on in Penn Yan
A 53-foot mobile dairy trailer just turned farming into a hands-on lesson for students, according to the Finger Lakes Times, bringing a full agricultural experience to Penn Yan schools. About 200 students explored the New ... more
Wellness takes center stage at Keuka College event
From interactive booths to reflective exercises, Keuka College students spent a full day exploring what it means to prioritize mental, physical, and emotional health during a campus-wide wellness initiative. The college’s biannual Passport to Wellness ... more
Penn Yan board to vote on budgets, utility rates and major infrastructure items
Penn Yan village officials will take up final votes on next year’s budget and utility rates, along with a slate of infrastructure, staffing, and community event decisions at their April 21 meeting. The Village Board ... more
Wayne-Finger Lakes high school sports: April 18 scoreboard
A record-setting performance and several clutch outings stood out across Saturday's Wayne-Finger Lakes spring sports action. In boys lacrosse, Miles Ditzell totaled seven points to lead Penn Yan, while Sam Underhill scored five goals for ... more
Wayne-Finger Lakes high school sports: April 17 scoreboard
A mix of big offensive performances, strong pitching, and a milestone effort defined Friday’s Wayne-Finger Lakes spring sports slate. In boys lacrosse, Ryland and Jack Dunham each totaled five goals and two assists to power ... more
Penn Yan man arrested on child sex charges following investigation
A Penn Yan man is facing multiple felony charges after a months-long investigation into an alleged relationship with a minor, according to the Yates County Sheriff’s Office. Jason Mayhew, 18, was arrested April 15 on ... more
Adolescent offender charged with forcible touching in Penn Yan
An adolescent offender has been charged after police say a young victim was inappropriately touched in Penn Yan. Penn Yan Police reported that the incident involved a female victim under the age of 13. Authorities ... more
Windmill market returns with new vendors, food, and its biggest season yet
Shoppers will soon sample artichokes, Thai noodles, and fresh-baked bread as the Windmill Farm and Craft Market opens its 39th season Saturday, according to the Finger Lakes Times. Nearly a dozen new vendors are joining ... more
Wayne-Finger Lakes high school sports: April 15 scoreboard
Big-time scoring efforts and dominant pitching outings highlighted Wednesday’s Wayne-Finger Lakes spring sports action. In boys lacrosse, Jackson Mead poured in six goals and added an assist to lead Victor, while on the girls side ... more
Penn Yan lawyer acquitted of rape charges after week-long trial in Yates County
A Finger Lakes attorney accused of rape last year has been acquitted on all charges following a weeklong jury trial. Thomas E. Plan, a Penn Yan-based lawyer, was found not guilty after jurors deliberated briefly ... more
Keuka College to join Allegheny Mountain Collegiate Conference in 2027-28, leaving Empire 8
Keuka College is making a significant shift in its athletic future, announcing Wednesday it will leave the Empire 8 and join the Allegheny Mountain Collegiate Conference beginning with the 2027-28 academic year. The move positions ... more
Wayne-Finger Lakes high school sports: April 14 scoreboard
A wave of standout individual efforts defined Tuesday’s action across the Wayne-Finger Lakes. In boys lacrosse, Tariku Blueye totaled seven goals and four assists to lead Marcus Whitman, while Brayden Arber netted seven goals for ... more
New Penn Yan mayor quickly sets leadership and policy direction
A new mayor moved fast to shape village leadership in Penn Yan, according to the Finger Lakes Times. Patricia Christensen assigned key roles during her first meeting. Officials filled multi-year and one-year positions across boards ... more
Wayne-Finger Lakes high school sports: April 13 scoreboard
Monday’s Wayne-Finger Lakes spring sports slate was fueled by key performances across girls lacrosse and softball. In lacrosse, Leah Sheridan erupted for five goals and two assists to lead Canandaigua, while Lila Kubrich scored five ... more
Keuka College’s Wilson earns Empire 8 Rookie of the Week honors
KEUKA PARK — A dominant stretch out of the bullpen has earned Keuka College freshman Brandon Wilson conference recognition after playing a key role in a pivotal week for the Wolves. Wilson, a Victor native, ... more
Penn Yan airport upgrades face funding gap
A key airport expansion is moving forward—but not without a price snag, according to the Finger Lakes Times. Officials in Penn Yan approved major upgrades at the Yates County Airport, including a new hangar project ... more
Penn Yan woman ticketed after overnight crash sends three to hospitals
A Penn Yan woman was cited early Sunday morning after a one-car crash left three people with injuries at an intersection in Yates County. Deputies responded around 12:22 a.m. April 12 to the intersection of ... more
Penn Yan budget proposal raises taxes as officials weigh spending, staffing changes
Penn Yan officials are opening a critical public hearing Monday night on a proposed budget that would increase the tax levy while holding overall spending growth to a modest level. The tentative 2026–27 budget outlines ... more
Keuka College hosts Vietnamese students for semester-long exchange program
A group of international students is spending the semester at Keuka College, continuing a long-running partnership aimed at blending academic study with cultural exchange. College officials say 24 students from Vietnam National University–International School arrived ... more
