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February 25, 2026
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Bloomfield Girls and Area Boys Teams Advance in Sectional Basketball Play: Sectional basketball competition continued for Wayne-Finger Lakes high schools as 12 teams secured spots in the upcoming rounds. Bloomfield girls moved forward following a lead performance from Calla McCombs, while area teams such as Mynderse and Waterloo boys advanced to the quarterfinals. Other highlights included Lyons defeating Caledonia-Mumford and notable scoring from various regional players. The next games are scheduled for this weekend. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Feb 25)
February 24, 2026
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Wayne-Finger Lakes Basketball: Players Reach 1,000 Points, Sectional Results Update: Tuesday marked the second day of high school basketball sectional play in the Wayne-Finger Lakes region, where nearly a dozen teams progressed to the next round. Two senior athletes, Stephen LeBrecht of Lyons and Hunter Vogt of Gananda, each surpassed the 1,000-point career milestone, with Vogt becoming the second Gananda player to reach this achievement this season. In girls' games, Marcus Whitman secured an overtime win over Mynderse, while Williamson/Marion narrowly defeated Penn Yan. Several other teams also advanced during a busy night of postseason matchups. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Feb 24)
February 13, 2026
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Landon Washburn Reaches 2,000 Points as Geneva Wins in High School Basketball Finale: The final Friday of the high school basketball regular season in the Wayne-Finger Lakes region featured 20 games, with a standout achievement in Honeoye. Junior Landon Washburn scored his 2,000th career point, netting 39 points in a decisive victory over Marcus Whitman. In Geneva, the boys' team narrowly defeated Mynderse in a game that was decided at the buzzer. The night also included several competitive girls basketball matchups and notable individual performances across the area. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Feb 13)
February 12, 2026
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Marcus Whitman Boys Defeat Mynderse; Dundee/Bradford Girls Extend Win Streak: Thursday night's high school basketball games in the Wayne-Finger Lakes region featured ten matchups, with the Marcus Whitman boys overcoming Mynderse in a close contest thanks to a strong fourth quarter. The Wildcats secured a 54-50 victory by outscoring the Blue Devils 21-10 in the final period. Meanwhile, the Dundee/Bradford girls' team edged out Red Jacket, pushing their winning streak to five games. These results highlight ongoing competition in local high school basketball. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Feb 12)
February 9, 2026
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Bloomfield Girls Basketball Tops Marcus Whitman, Lyons Extends Winning Streak: High school basketball action in the Wayne-Finger Lakes region included 15 games as the regular season nears its end. Bloomfield's girls team defeated Marcus Whitman by 19 points, led by senior Calla McCombs, who set a new program scoring record with 32 points. The Lyons girls team continued their strong season, earning their ninth consecutive win with a decisive victory over Monroe. Area teams prepare for upcoming games as playoffs approach. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Feb 9)
January 24, 2026
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Lyons and Honeoye Extend Basketball Success in Wayne-Finger Lakes Matchups: High school basketball teams in the Wayne-Finger Lakes area concluded the week with several notable performances. Lyons secured their seventh consecutive win by defeating York, led by Stephen LeBrecht's 24 points. Honeoye resumed a previously suspended game against Naples, with Landon Washburn contributing 31 points to help secure a win and hand Naples their first loss. Additional regional matchups also took place, highlighting competitive local play. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Jan 24)
January 6, 2026
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LeFeber Reappointed as Livingston County Board Chair for Ninth Consecutive Year: The Livingston County Board of Supervisors has reelected Avon Town Supervisor David L. LeFeber as board chair, marking his ninth year in the position. Caledonia Town Supervisor Daniel Pangrazio was also reappointed as vice chair, continuing his service since 2022. Committee leadership remains stable, with supervisors from Nunda, York, and Ossian maintaining their respective roles. The board meets twice monthly at the Livingston County Government Center in Geneseo. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Jan 6)
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Geneva Boys Basketball Tops Newark; Wayne's Twist Scores 32 in Rout of Midlakes: Several high school basketball games took place Tuesday across the Wayne-Finger Lakes region, including key boys’ matchups in the Finger Lakes East. Geneva used a strong fourth quarter to defeat Newark, handing them a third straight loss following a 5-0 start. Wayne comfortably beat Midlakes behind a standout 32-point performance from Aidan Twist, marking his second consecutive game with over 30 points this season. Palmyra-Macedon also secured a narrow win over Mynderse. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Jan 6)
January 5, 2026
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Midlakes Edges Mynderse in Girls Basketball as Marcus Whitman Breaks Losing Streak: Monday saw nine girls high school basketball games across the Wayne-Finger Lakes region, highlighted by Midlakes defeating Mynderse in Seneca Falls for their first league win of the season. Mynderse remains winless in league play after the loss. Separately, Marcus Whitman secured a non-league victory against Gananda, with key contributions from senior Madison Daggett, ending their two-game losing streak. The evening's games featured strong performances and close finishes. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Jan 5)
January 3, 2026
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Dundee/Bradford Boys and Newark Girls Basketball Teams Secure Tournament Wins: High school basketball teams from the Wayne-Finger Lakes region competed in multiple tournament games on Saturday, with the Dundee/Bradford boys achieving a dramatic victory over Bloomfield thanks to a last-second three-pointer. Meanwhile, the Newark girls extended their unbeaten record to 5-0 after defeating Honeoye Falls-Lima in Gates-Chili, led by Karina Natale's standout performance. Other games featured strong individual scoring efforts and competitive matchups across the area. The tournaments concluded with notable team and player achievements. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Jan 3)
January 2, 2026
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Gananda Boys Basketball Extends Win Streak, Newark Girls Remain Unbeaten: On a quieter Friday night for Wayne-Finger Lakes high school basketball, the Gananda boys secured a third consecutive win by defeating York in a non-league matchup to close out the Holiday Tournament at Caledonia-Mumford. Meanwhile, the Newark girls continued their strong season start, maintaining an unbeaten record after a decisive victory over Brockport, bringing their total to 4-0. Only three games took place, yet notable individual performances were highlighted. The next round of games is scheduled for this week. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Jan 2)
December 29, 2025
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Geneva Boys Defeat Undefeated Lyons, Waterloo Girls Fall in Triple Overtime: The Geneva High School boys basketball team handed previously unbeaten Lyons a dramatic loss, overcoming a late rally and finishing strong in a key Wayne-Finger Lakes matchup. Geneva built a double-digit lead in the third quarter but had to withstand a late surge that brought Lyons back to a tie late in regulation. The Panthers ultimately secured the win after clutch free throws. In another game, the Waterloo girls team fell in a triple-overtime contest, highlighting an exciting night for local high school basketball. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Dec 29)
December 11, 2025
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Avon Post Office to Be Renamed for Rochester Police Officer After House Approval: Legislation to rename the post office at 80 Prospect Street in Avon in memory of fallen Rochester Police Officer Anthony Mazurkiewicz has passed unanimously in the U.S. House of Representatives. The measure, introduced by Congresswoman Claudia Tenney, received bipartisan backing. This action honors Officer Mazurkiewicz’s service and sacrifice. The bill now awaits further federal steps before the renaming is finalized. (Source: Finger Lakes Daily News on Dec 11)
December 10, 2025
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Avon Post Office to Be Renamed in Honor of Fallen Officer Anthony Mazurkiewicz: The United States House of Representatives has approved legislation to rename the Avon post office on Prospect Street for Officer Anthony Mazurkiewicz, who was killed while on duty in July 2022. Mazurkiewicz, raised in Avon, served more than three decades in law enforcement, with careers at the Monroe County Sheriff’s Department and Rochester Police Department, earning multiple commendations. The bill received strong bipartisan support from New York representatives. The renaming aims to preserve his legacy in the local community. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Dec 10)
October 29, 2025
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Williamson Boys Soccer Reaches Sectional Finals; Mynderse Volleyball Advances: Williamson High School's boys soccer team achieved an upset victory over Sodus in the Class C1 sectional semifinals, earning a spot in the final set for Saturday. On the volleyball side, Mynderse girls began their postseason with a convincing straight-sets win against Sodus and will advance to the quarterfinals. Other local teams, including East Rochester and Naples, also progressed in their respective soccer brackets. The next round of games is scheduled for November 1. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Oct 29)
October 28, 2025
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Williamson and Gananda/Marion Girls Soccer Teams Advance to Sectional Finals: On Tuesday, high school girls soccer teams from Williamson and the combined Gananda/Marion squad secured spots in their respective sectional finals. Williamson edged out Avon with a 1-0 victory, while Gananda/Marion advanced past Mynderse on penalty kicks after a scoreless draw. The two teams are set to compete for the Class B2 title on Friday. The reported semifinals also included results from other area games in both girls soccer and boys volleyball. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Oct 28)