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February 23, 2026
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Finger Lakes Athletes Win Gold at 2026 Winter Olympics: Athletes from the Finger Lakes region of New York achieved notable success at the 2026 Winter Olympics. Chris Lillis of Pittsford repeated as gold medalist in mixed team aerials, and Rochester's Dylan Walczyk finished seventh in dual moguls, with both having trained at Bristol Mountain. Webster native Haley Winn scored a goal and three assists to help the U.S. women's hockey team secure gold. Several Bishop Kearney graduates also contributed, with some competing internationally. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Feb 23)
February 17, 2026
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Seneca County Deputies' Swift Response Aids Crash Victim in Fayette: Deputies from the Seneca County Sheriff's Office are being credited with promptly treating a driver injured in a crash on State Route 96 in Fayette. Michael Montanez-Sanchez of Webster lost control of his vehicle and struck a utility pole, resulting in significant leg injuries. Officers applied a tourniquet to stop severe bleeding before ambulance crews transported the driver for further medical care. Local fire and utility crews assisted with the scene and repairs. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Feb 17)
February 15, 2026
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Webster Resident Sentenced to Over Nine Years in Federal Prison for Fraud: Timothy Siverd, a 38-year-old resident of Webster in Monroe County, has been sentenced to 111 months in federal prison for carrying out several fraudulent schemes. Federal authorities reported that these schemes resulted in financial losses totaling several hundred thousand dollars for his victims. The sentence was handed down by a federal judge following Siverd's admission of guilt. The case underscores ongoing efforts to address financial crimes in the region. (Source: Finger Lakes Daily News on Feb 15)
February 14, 2026
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Wayne-Finger Lakes High School Basketball: Gananda and Marcus Whitman Secure Wins: On Saturday, six high school basketball games took place across the Wayne-Finger Lakes region. The Gananda boys' team claimed their 16th win of the season in a decisive victory over Red Creek, highlighted by Cooper Grassel’s 25-point performance. In girls' action, Marcus Whitman ended Dundee/Bradford's five-game win streak with a strong showing. Additional scores and player statistics were recorded for both boys' and girls' teams throughout the area. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Feb 14)
February 13, 2026
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Reliant Credit Union Members Save $10 Million Through Auto Loan Refinancing: Reliant Credit Union, based in Sodus, New York, reported that its members saved over $10 million in auto loan interest during 2025 by refinancing existing high-rate loans. A total of 1,829 members participated in the refinancing program, leading to an average savings of $5,501 per member. This achievement represents a significant increase from previous years, far surpassing the credit union’s original savings goal. The program is designed to help members lower monthly payments and reduce financial burdens. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Feb 13)
February 2, 2026
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Macedon Police Announce Multiple Arrests Resulting From January Investigations: The Macedon Police Department reported several arrests throughout January related to various incidents, including assault, harassment, trespassing, and theft. Authorities detailed a serious case involving Damian Tatchell, 35, of Rochester, who faces charges of assault and endangering the welfare of a child. Other individuals from Macedon and nearby communities were charged with harassment or petit larceny and received appearance tickets. The department provided this summary of arrests for public awareness. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Feb 2)
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Reliant Credit Union Donates $1,250 to Community Schools Coalition in Monroe County: At an event on January 27 at Southlawn Elementary School in the West Irondequoit School District, Reliant Credit Union presented a $1,250 donation to the Community Schools Coalition of Monroe County. The coalition, which includes over 100 organizations, collaborates to support students and families across 10 school districts in Monroe County. The funds will help provide resources to families and facilitate financial education programs. The collaboration is part of ongoing efforts to strengthen local community support structures. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Feb 2)
January 28, 2026
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Wayne County Conservatives Endorse Dobbins in 130th Assembly District Race: The Wayne County Conservative Committee has endorsed George Dobbins, a Lyons official, for the 130th Assembly District seat, which includes all of Wayne County and Webster in Monroe County. The endorsement was announced at the committee's recent nominating convention and marks a key development as the race evolves. Clyde Mayor Jerry Fremouw has exited the contest due to concerns over the nomination process. Remaining candidates include former Marion supervisor Summer Johnson and Monroe County Legislator Mark Johns. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Jan 28)
January 26, 2026
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Palmyra-Macedon and Naples Win Titles at Finger Lakes League Swim Championships: The Finger Lakes League Swimming and Diving Championships concluded at the Churchville-Chili Aquatics Center with Palmyra-Macedon taking the Division 1 title and Naples leading Division 2. The competition featured notable individual and relay performances, highlighted by several pool and school records. George Newsome of Palmyra-Macedon qualified for the state championships and earned meet honors. The event displayed strong representation from schools throughout the Finger Lakes region. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Jan 26)
January 23, 2026
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Palmyra-Macedon Girls Hand Newark First Loss; Wayne Boys Win on Miles' Shooting: High school basketball action across the Wayne-Finger Lakes region featured Palmyra-Macedon girls delivering Newark its first defeat of the season in a strong defensive showing. On the boys' side, Wayne junior Richard Miles excelled by making eight three-pointers in his team's decisive victory over Mynderse. Results also included Waterloo's girls defeating Bloomfield and several other matchups throughout the area. These outcomes are part of a full slate of winter season games in the region. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Jan 23)
January 22, 2026
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GameStop to Shut Down Victor Store as Part of National Closures: GameStop has announced the closure of its Commerce Drive location in Victor, joining a growing list of stores being shuttered across the country. This move is part of a wider reduction that also includes locations in Webster and Eastridge Plaza in Irondequoit. The company had previously indicated a significant number of closures during the current fiscal year, though no specific closing date for the Victor store has been provided. GameStop has not offered further details on how these closures will affect the local community. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Jan 22)
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Lyons Boys Basketball Overcomes Monroe; Geneva and Naples Extend Win Streaks: High school basketball teams across the Wayne-Finger Lakes region played eight games Thursday night. Lyons secured a 68-63 victory over Monroe in Rochester, with Jamire Johnson leading the team with 24 points and extending their winning streak to six games. Geneva also maintained momentum, defeating Waterloo 49-30 to complete a season sweep and match Lyons’ win streak. Naples, Honeoye, and several other local teams recorded wins in a night marked by competitive matchups. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Jan 22)
January 8, 2026
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Webster Planning Board Approves Solar Farm at Former Xerox Campus: The Webster Planning Board has approved plans for a 5-megawatt solar farm on a capped landfill at the former Xerox campus. The proposed 19-acre Webster Solar Garden will use land still owned by Xerox under a 25-year lease agreement. To meet environmental standards, developers have designed the site to avoid ground penetration and included erosion controls and tree planting. The project now awaits a final decision from the Town of Webster board. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Jan 8)
January 7, 2026
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Pedestrian Death Causes Route 104 Closure in Webster for Investigation: State Route 104 westbound in Webster was shut down between Hard Road and Five Mile Line Road after a fatal pedestrian incident early Tuesday. New York State Police have limited access to this section of the road to allow emergency crews and investigators to work safely at the scene. Motorists are advised to seek alternate routes until the investigation concludes and the roadway reopens. No further details about the incident have been released at this time. (Source: Finger Lakes Daily News on Jan 7)
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Lyons' Bonnell Reaches 1,000 Points, Newark and Penn Yan Win on Buzzer-Beaters: Wayne-Finger Lakes girls basketball saw notable achievements Wednesday night as Lyons senior Kamryn Bonnell surpassed the 1,000-point milestone in a decisive win over North Rose-Wolcott, becoming the region's second player to achieve this mark this season. Newark maintained an undefeated record after Adrianna Smith's last-second three-pointer secured a victory against Bloomfield. Penn Yan also claimed a dramatic win over Waterloo on a buzzer-beating shot by Sofia Montaño. The evening featured several close contests and standout performances. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Jan 7)
December 29, 2025
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Police Investigate Early Morning Stabbing Incident in Webster: Authorities in Webster are investigating a stabbing that took place early Sunday morning on Mura Lane. Police found a man with stab wounds who required surgery and is now reported to be stable. Two additional individuals were also injured, with one seeking hospital treatment and the other treated in police custody. Officers detained occupants of a vehicle seen leaving the area, but no arrests have been made at this time. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Dec 29)
December 26, 2025
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Woman Rescued After Vehicle Slides Into Pond at Webster Shopping Center: A woman was pulled from a pond at the Towne Center at Webster after her car slid into the water on Tuesday afternoon. Bystanders, a local police officer, and a town employee helped get her out before emergency crews arrived. She was taken to the hospital as a precaution and was the only occupant of the car. Divers from the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office later assisted with the vehicle removal, and no serious injuries were reported. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Dec 26)
December 22, 2025
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Finger Lakes Federal Credit Union Begins Construction on New Webster Office: Finger Lakes Federal Credit Union has initiated construction on a new office building at 715 Ridge Road in Webster, relocating just half a mile from its current leased facility. The project is expected to be completed by fall 2026, after which the branch will open to members. With approximately 22,000 members and management of $250 million in assets, the credit union plans to use the new location to improve services and increase its community presence. The move is intended to support long-term organizational growth. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Dec 22)
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 5, 2025
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Webster Man Arrested in Farmington for Falsifying Business Records: A 56-year-old man from Webster was taken into custody by Ontario County deputies after allegedly stealing items from a Farmington store and returning them for cash. The arrest followed an investigation at Eastview Mall, in connection with incidents involving Byrne Dairy. Authorities charged the suspect with falsifying business records related to the scheme. The case remains under review by local law enforcement officials. (Source: Finger Lakes Daily News on Dec 5)
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Webster Resident Arrested for Theft and Refund Fraud in Farmington: A 56-year-old man from Webster has been arrested after authorities say he stole items from a Byrne Dairy store in Farmington and then fraudulently returned them for cash. Wendell D. Sergeant was taken into custody at Eastview Mall on December 4 and charged with falsifying business records and petit larceny. He has been arraigned in Ontario County and is being held without bail. Sergeant is expected to appear in Farmington Town Court to face these charges. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Dec 5)
December 2, 2025
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Kanatota Lodge at Webster Park Reopens After Major Renovations: Monroe County has reopened the Kanatota Lodge at Webster Park following extensive renovations that have expanded and modernized the facility. The upgraded lodge now offers greater capacity and improved amenities by combining two former rental spaces into one. This project is a component of a $16.6 million initiative to enhance local parks as their centennial approaches in 2026. Additional recent upgrades in the area include accessible facilities at other county parks. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Dec 2)
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Webster Resident Charged Following Reported Assault in Wayne County: A 64-year-old woman from Webster was arrested after authorities allege she was involved in a physical altercation over the weekend in Wayne County. The Wayne County Sheriff's Office reports that the incident involved one woman allegedly physically assaulting another, including body slamming and pulling hair. Following the incident, the accused was taken into custody. Law enforcement continues to investigate the circumstances of the case. (Source: Finger Lakes Daily News on Dec 2)
November 30, 2025
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Wayne County Man Charged With New Child Pornography Offenses Following Cyber Tip: A 40-year-old registered sex offender from Webster, previously residing in Ontario, has been arrested on federal charges related to possession, receipt, and distribution of child pornography. Authorities state the investigation began after a tip from a chatroom website led to the suspect being identified. The charges, which stem from incidents dating back to November 2023, carry significant prison sentences if convicted. Law enforcement reportedly seized thousands of illicit images during the investigation. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Nov 30)
November 26, 2025
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Webster Resident Charged With Child Pornography Offenses in Wayne County: A 40-year-old man from Webster, Geoffrey Hayes, has been arrested on multiple federal charges involving child pornography following an investigation in Wayne County. Authorities allege that thousands of illicit images were discovered and that the offenses occurred while Hayes resided in the area. Prosecutors have charged him with possession, receipt, and distribution of child pornography. The case is proceeding through the federal court system. (Source: Finger Lakes Daily News on Nov 26)
November 1, 2025
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Man on Parole Charged with Assault Following Domestic Stabbing in Webster: A man on state parole was arrested after a domestic dispute led to a stabbing in Webster on Thursday night. Police responded to Royal Sunset Drive and found a victim with a hand injury, who was treated and released from Strong Memorial Hospital. Tyshon Armstrong, age 41, was charged with second-degree assault and has a history of five prior felony convictions. Authorities confirmed Armstrong was under state supervision during the incident. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Nov 1)
October 26, 2025
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Driver Arrested After Pedestrian Hit and Building Damaged in Ontario, Wayne County: A 45-year-old man was arrested after a collision in Ontario, Wayne County, in which a Ford pickup struck a pedestrian and crashed into a building before the driver fled. The incident occurred near Bill Gray’s on State Route 104, with the pedestrian sustaining lower body injuries and transported to Strong Memorial Hospital. Authorities located and apprehended the suspect in Webster following a joint law enforcement effort. The case is still under investigation, with further updates possible. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Oct 26)
October 24, 2025
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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 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 17, 2025
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South Seneca/Romulus Football Earns First Win; Williamson Boys Soccer Secures Victory: High school sports teams in the Wayne-Finger Lakes region concluded regular season play on Friday. South Seneca/Romulus football achieved its first win of the season by defeating Waterloo, while Williamson boys soccer rebounded from a previous loss with a strong performance against Lyndonville. Area (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Oct 17)