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February 23, 2026
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Dundee and Hammondsport School Districts Consider Joint Athletic Partnership: The Dundee and Hammondsport school districts are in early discussions about forming a new athletic partnership aimed at providing more stable sports opportunities for students. Both districts currently work with other neighboring schools for various sports, and existing Penn Yan agreements for Dundee are expected to remain unchanged. The idea emerged following Bradford's initiative to explore merging with Dundee. If the proposal is approved, the joint sports program could begin in the 2026–27 school year. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Feb 23)
February 18, 2026
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Prattsburgh Man Arrested After Foot Chase in Bath, Charged With Drug Offenses: Authorities in Bath apprehended a 34-year-old Prattsburgh resident wanted on multiple felony warrants after a brief foot chase through local backyards. Police recovered a discarded bag containing suspected narcotics and drug packaging, along with a significant amount of cash during the arrest. Lab tests later confirmed the presence of heroin. The suspect was arraigned in Steuben County Court and is being held in county jail following his arrest. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Feb 18)
February 4, 2026
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Bloomfield Girls and Lyons Boys Secure Wins in Wayne-Finger Lakes Basketball: On Wednesday evening, fourteen high school basketball games took place across the Wayne-Finger Lakes region. The Bloomfield girls team achieved a season sweep of Palmyra-Macedon by winning by 15 points, while the Lyons boys team continued their strong performance, defeating Gananda to record their tenth consecutive victory. Other area teams, including Waterloo and Newark, also posted significant results. These outcomes highlight the ongoing competitive spirit in local high school basketball. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Feb 4)
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)
December 8, 2025
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Gananda Boys Basketball Improves to 4-0, Mynderse Girls Clinch Back-to-Back Wins: The Wayne-Finger Lakes high school basketball season continued with several decisive matchups as Gananda's boys team secured a commanding victory over Bloomfield, moving their record to 4-0. Mynderse girls bounced back from an initial loss, now celebrating their second straight win. Eight games took place Monday night, each ending with double-digit margins. These results highlight shifting momentum and early trends in the local basketball season. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Dec 8)
October 31, 2025
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Two Individuals Indicted for Witness Tampering in Steuben County Case: A man from Bath and a woman from Prattsburgh have been indicted in Steuben County on charges related to witness tampering and criminal contempt following a New York State Police investigation. Authorities allege that Tammy J. Havens contacted a protected victim on behalf of Terry C. Long, who directed her actions while incarcerated. Both individuals face multiple charges, including bribing a witness and criminal facilitation. Orders of protection have been issued as the legal process proceeds. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Oct 31)
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)