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January 1, 2026
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U.S. Ski Team Athletes Prepare for Olympics at Bristol Mountain: Bristol Mountain in the Finger Lakes region has become a training site for U.S. Ski Team members ahead of the upcoming Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina. Elite athletes Winter Vinecki, Derek Krueger, and Pittsford native Chris Lillis practiced on the slopes alongside local youth skiers. The team is focused on the remaining four World Cup events, which will determine Olympic qualifications. The Winter Games are scheduled to begin on February 6. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Jan 1)
December 30, 2025
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Aidan Twist Scores 35 for Wayne; Newark Boys Basketball Faces First Loss of Season: Inclement winter weather led to the postponement of numerous Wayne-Finger Lakes high school basketball games on Tuesday, disrupting the end-of-year sports schedule. Despite the delays, senior Aidan Twist of Wayne achieved his second 35-point performance of the season in an 83-73 win over Aquinas. Meanwhile, Newark’s boys team experienced their first defeat after a strong 5-0 start, falling 77-65 against Pittsford Sutherland. Area teams are preparing to resume play with the next slate of games scheduled for January 2. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Dec 30)
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 9, 2025
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Pittsford Resident Charged in Victor Target Shoplifting Case: A woman from Pittsford was arrested in Victor following a shoplifting complaint at the Target store located on Commons Boulevard. Authorities allege that the woman exited the store with merchandise valued at $25.59 without paying. The incident occurred around 2:30 p.m. on December 8, and the individual was released with instructions to appear in Victor Town Court. Deputies from the Ontario County Sheriff's Office conducted the investigation. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Dec 9)
December 8, 2025
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Teen Passenger Injured After Car Leaves Road in Ontario County: A single-vehicle accident occurred Sunday afternoon on Route 64 in Ontario County when an 18-year-old driver from Pittsford lost control of his Ford Fiesta south of Wheeler Road. The car slid off the east side of the road and entered a ditch. The driver's teenage passenger reported back pain and was transported to Strong Memorial Hospital as a precaution. Emergency responders from the Ontario County Sheriff's Office, East Bloomfield Fire, and Canandaigua Ambulance attended the scene. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Dec 8)
November 28, 2025
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Pittsford Resident Arrested on Impaired Driving Charge at Victor Gas Station: A 37-year-old man from Pittsford was arrested for impaired driving at a Kwik Fill gas station on State Route 96 in Victor. Ontario County deputies responded on the evening of November 25 and determined the man was under the influence. He was charged with Driving While Ability Impaired and taken to Ontario County Jail for arraignment. The suspect is scheduled to appear at Victor Town Court to respond to the charge. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Nov 28)
November 12, 2025
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Marketplace Mall Relocates Interior-Only Tenants Amid Redevelopment Effort: Marketplace Mall in Henrietta is requiring businesses with entrances only accessible from inside the mall to relocate as part of a major redevelopment initiative. The property owner, Wilmorite, is assisting these tenants in moving to other local shopping centers such as Eastview Mall and Pittsford Plaza. Businesses with exterior access, like Dave & Buster’s and JCPenney, are unaffected by this change. The move coincides with UR Medicine's planned expansion at the mall. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Nov 12)
November 1, 2025
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Williamson and Naples Win Sectional Soccer Titles; Waterloo Volleyball Advances: Section V boys soccer saw surprising outcomes as Williamson defeated top-seeded East Rochester in double overtime to claim the Class C1 championship, while Naples shut out previously unbeaten Kendall to take the Class C2 title. Both teams secured their spots in the upcoming Class C regional qualifier. In addition, the Waterloo girls volleyball team advanced to the semifinals after completing their quarterfinals, and postseason football continued in the region. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Nov 1)
October 29, 2025
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Finger Lakes Land Trust Schedules Public Sessions on Major Conservation Plan: The Finger Lakes Land Trust will hold several public sessions in November to share details about its Hemlock to High Tor Initiative, which seeks to protect more than 114,000 acres of forests, wildlife habitats, and water resources across the western Finger Lakes region. These sessions, led by project staff, will address concerns regarding increased development and discuss strategies for preserving the corridor stretching from Hemlock Lake to High Tor Wildlife Management Area. Community members will be able to learn more and ask questions. The Land Trust has played a significant role in regionwide conservation. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Oct 29)
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Pittsford Senior Charged With Trespassing at Eastview Mall After Prior Ban: Ontario County Sheriff's deputies apprehended an 82-year-old Pittsford resident on Friday evening at the Eastview Mall food court. Demetrios Votsis reportedly entered the property after having previously been barred from the premises. He was later taken to the sheriff’s substation in Ontario County for processing. Authorities have charged him with trespassing in connection with the incident. (Source: Finger Lakes Daily News on Oct 27)
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Pittsford Man, 82, Charged After Returning to Eastview Mall Despite Ban: An 82-year-old man from Pittsford was arrested after returning to Eastview Mall in Ontario County despite a previous ban from the property. Deputies report that Demetrios Votsis was taken into custody at the mall’s food court on October 23. He was charged with trespassing, processed at the sheriff’s onsite substation, and later released with an appearance ticket. Votsis is scheduled to appear in court to address the charge. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Oct 26)
October 23, 2025
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Honeoye Girls Soccer Advances to Quarterfinals; Pal-Mac Volleyball Ends Losing Streak: Local high school sports teams in the Finger Lakes region saw notable results on Wednesday. Honeoye girls soccer progressed to the sectional quarterfinals after a narrow win over Mount Morris, with a decisive early goal from a senior player. In volleyball, Palmyra-Macedon girls ended a two-match run (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Oct 22)
October 21, 2025
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Wayne Boys Soccer Advances in Sectionals; Bloomfield Volleyball Remains Undefeated: High school sectional play began in the Wayne-Finger Lakes region, with Wayne boys soccer achieving a decisive win over Rochester Prep to move to the quarterfinals. Bloomfield girls volleyball continued their unbeaten season, improving to 18-0 after defeating Midlakes. Multiple other local teams saw (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Oct 21)
October 18, 2025
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Palmyra-Macedon football remains undefeated with win over Newark/Marion: Palmyra-Macedon High School's football team continued its unbeaten season by defeating Newark/Marion, improving their record to 5-0. In other local high school sports, Penn Yan's girls' soccer team saw Makenna Mullins score four goals in a victory over Marcus Whitman. Additional football and soccer, (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Oct 3)
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Lyons Resident Arrested for Alleged Theft of Bronze Vases at Pittsford Cemetery: A man from Lyons was taken into custody after authorities reported he removed multiple bronze vases from White Haven Memorial Park in Pittsford and attempted to sell them as scrap metal. The incident occurred Thursday afternoon and is under investigation by the Monroe County Sheriff's Office. (Source: Finger Lakes Daily News on Oct 18)