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December 31, 2025
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Fairport Resident Charged After Alleged Shoplifting at Victor Target Store: Authorities in Ontario County apprehended a Fairport resident on Tuesday in connection with a suspected shoplifting event at a Target store in the Town of Victor. The individual, aged 25, is accused of leaving the store with merchandise valued at just over $180 without payment. Law enforcement responded promptly following the incident and conducted an arrest. Further legal proceedings are expected to follow the arrest. (Source: Finger Lakes Daily News on Dec 31)
December 24, 2025
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New York Ice Wine & Culinary Festival Scheduled for February 2026 in Fairport: Casa Larga Vineyards in Fairport has announced that the New York Ice Wine & Culinary Festival will return on February 14, 2026. The festival, now in its 31st year since its inception in 1995, highlights the traditional craft of ice wine production. Visitors can expect a celebration that showcases regional winemaking and related culinary offerings. The event is recognized as a significant winter gathering for the local wine community. (Source: Finger Lakes Times on Dec 24)
December 15, 2025
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Honeoye Boys Extend Basketball Streak; Midlakes Girls Secure First Win of Season: The Wayne-Finger Lakes high school basketball season continued with thirteen games on Monday, featuring a notable boys' matchup where Honeoye secured a 62-52 victory over East Rochester. Key performances came from Braiden Schneider, scoring 25 points, and Landon Washburn, adding 21, as Honeoye improved to a 4-0 record. In girls' basketball, Midlakes earned its first win of the season by defeating Geneva by five points. The night's results highlighted competitive play across the region. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Dec 15)
December 11, 2025
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Finger Lakes Federal Credit Union Begins Construction on New Webster Branch: Finger Lakes Federal Credit Union has started construction on a new branch in Webster, with the facility set to open at 715 Ridge Road by fall 2026. This new building will replace the credit union’s existing leased location, where it has operated since 2004. Local leaders, board members, and executives gathered for a ceremonial groundbreaking to celebrate the occasion. The project represents a long-term investment by the credit union to serve its growing membership in the Webster area. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Dec 11)
December 3, 2025
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Driver from Fairport Charged After Early Morning Crash in Wolcott: A 33-year-old man from Fairport was taken into custody after a single-vehicle accident in Wolcott, where his car left the roadway and struck a telephone pole around 2 a.m. on Monday. Authorities indicated the driver did not pass field sobriety tests at the scene. The incident led to his arrest, and further details are expected following official proceedings. No injuries were reported as a result of the crash. (Source: Finger Lakes Daily News on Dec 3)
November 9, 2025
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Rochester Woman Charged After Alleged Theft With Child at Canandaigua Walmart: A Rochester resident, 34-year-old Christina Elizabeth McCloud-Evans, was arrested in Fairport following an investigation into a theft at the Walmart in Canandaigua on July 24. Authorities allege she worked with two others to steal merchandise while accompanied by a juvenile, despite a court order prohibiting contact with the child. McCloud-Evans faces charges including petit larceny, endangering the welfare of a child, and criminal contempt. She was taken to Ontario County Jail for arraignment. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Nov 9)
October 29, 2025
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Fairport Resident Arrested After Threats at Clifton Springs Treatment Facility: A 21-year-old Fairport man was arrested late Saturday night following an incident at a Clifton Springs treatment center in which he allegedly threatened staff members with a metal object. Deputies responded to FLACRA on East Main Street and found the man, identified as Austin T. Haynes, upset over a medication issue and holding the object. Law enforcement detained him after he dropped the item and reports indicate he attempted to spit on deputies. Haynes faces several charges and is being held on $10,000 bail. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Oct 27)
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Fairport Resident Charged After Disturbance at Clifton Springs FLACRA Facility: A 28-year-old man from Fairport was taken into custody in Ontario County after a disturbance occurred at the FLACRA location on East Main Street in Clifton Springs. The Ontario County Sheriff's Office responded late Friday night to reports of a patient allegedly arming himself. After investigating the situation, deputies arrested the individual involved. Authorities have not released further details regarding possible charges at this time. (Source: Finger Lakes Daily News on Oct 27)