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December 18, 2025

  1. Mynderse Boys Top Marcus Whitman, Lyons Girls Extend Win Streak in Basketball Action: Thursday’s Wayne-Finger Lakes high school basketball schedule included noteworthy performances despite a lighter slate. The Mynderse boys snapped a two-game losing streak in Seneca Falls by defeating Marcus Whitman, led by Nick Mansell’s 27 points and seven three-pointers. Meanwhile, the Lyons girls continued their strong season, improving to 4-0 after a decisive fourth quarter against Red Creek. The region saw a mix of close contests and standout individual efforts. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Dec 18)

December 17, 2025

  1. Seneca Falls Police Arrest Savannah Man on Outstanding Bench Warrant: A 45-year-old man from Savannah, New York, was taken into custody late Tuesday night by Seneca Falls police after officers discovered an outstanding bench warrant for his arrest. The warrant was related to his failure to appear in court on a previous petit larceny charge. Following his arrest, the man was processed and transported to the Seneca County Correctional Facility. He will remain in custody until his scheduled arraignment. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Dec 17)

  2. Savannah Resident Faces Multiple Drug Charges Following Traffic Stop: A 39-year-old man from the Town of Savannah has been arrested on several drug-related offenses following a traffic stop that occurred in July, according to the Wayne County Sheriff's Office. Authorities apprehended the individual based on a Wayne County Supreme Court warrant linked to criminal possession charges. The arrest highlights ongoing law enforcement efforts to address drug activity in the local community. The case will proceed through the county's legal system. (Source: Finger Lakes Daily News on Dec 17)

  3. Savannah Resident Apprehended in Seneca Falls on Outstanding Warrant: A 45-year-old man from Savannah was taken into custody by Seneca Falls Police late Tuesday night after officers located him in the Town of Seneca Falls. Authorities executed an active bench warrant leading to the arrest. Details about the original charges underlying the warrant have not been disclosed. The individual was processed following standard police procedures and awaits further court action. (Source: Finger Lakes Daily News on Dec 17)

December 12, 2025

  1. Savannah Woman Injured in Chemical Assault Near Forsyth Park: A woman sustained burns after a chemical attack in Savannah, Georgia, according to police reports. The incident occurred as the victim was walking near Forsyth Park, close to West Waldburg and Whitaker streets. First responders treated her for injuries at the scene. Authorities are continuing their investigation as the victim recovers. (Source: Finger Lakes Daily News on Dec 12)

December 8, 2025

  1. Firefighters Contain Attic Blaze Near Clyde Amid Freezing Temperatures: Fire crews responded to a rapidly spreading attic fire on Route 414, just north of Clyde, amid challenging freezing conditions. Beginning Thursday evening, multiple departments from Wayne County collaborated to transport water and battle the flames, as the fire was outside the hydrant district. Despite their efforts, the home sustained significant smoke and water damage, though the blaze was confined to the upper floors. The response was further complicated by the harsh weather and limited water access. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Dec 8)

  2. First Day Hikes to Return Across New York State Parks on January 1, 2026: New York State will celebrate the start of 2026 by offering First Day Hikes at more than 115 parks, historic sites, trails, and forests statewide, including several locations in the Finger Lakes. These events, which take place on January 1, aim to encourage families and individuals to spend time outdoors and benefit from nature in winter. Most hikes are beginner-friendly and range from one to five miles. Parking fees at participating state sites will be waived for the event. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Dec 8)

November 7, 2025

  1. Clyde Methodist Church Prepares Food Pantry for Holiday Season: The Methodist Church in Clyde is preparing its food pantry ahead of the holiday season. The pantry is organized to assist residents living in the towns of Savannah and Galen as well as those in the village of Clyde. Local community volunteers are gearing up to meet increased needs during the holidays, ensuring food assistance is available for households facing hardship. Preparations reflect ongoing efforts to support area families throughout the season. (Source: Finger Lakes Times on Nov 7)

October 24, 2025

  1. Mynderse Girls Soccer Reaches Semifinals; Lyons/Sodus Football Wins Decisively: Several high school sports teams from the Wayne-Finger Lakes region competed in important games Friday night, as sectional soccer quarterfinals began and football and volleyball seasons concluded. The Mynderse girls soccer team advanced to the semifinals after a close victory against Attica, while the Lyons/Sodus football team ended its regular season strongly by shutting out Clyde-Savannah. Here is a summary of team performances as postseason action intensifies. The next rounds will determine which teams progress further. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Oct 24)

October 21, 2025

  1. 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

  1. 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)