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January 2, 2026
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Gananda Boys Basketball Extends Win Streak, Newark Girls Remain Unbeaten: On a quieter Friday night for Wayne-Finger Lakes high school basketball, the Gananda boys secured a third consecutive win by defeating York in a non-league matchup to close out the Holiday Tournament at Caledonia-Mumford. Meanwhile, the Newark girls continued their strong season start, maintaining an unbeaten record after a decisive victory over Brockport, bringing their total to 4-0. Only three games took place, yet notable individual performances were highlighted. The next round of games is scheduled for this week. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Jan 2)
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)
November 30, 2025
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Wellsville Police Cruiser Involved in Early Morning Pedestrian Collision: A Wellsville Police Department vehicle struck a pedestrian in the early hours of November 25, resulting in the hospitalization of a 46-year-old man identified as Rickey Armstrong Jr. The incident occurred at the intersection of South Main and West State streets. Authorities stated Armstrong was not involved in any pursuit at the time. His current condition has not been disclosed, and the crash remains under investigation. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Nov 30)
November 10, 2025
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Two Steuben County Teenagers Die in Early Morning Wellsville Vehicle Crash: Two teenagers from Canisteo lost their lives in a car crash that occurred early Saturday morning in the town of Wellsville. State Police reported that the incident happened around 2:24 a.m. on Tarantine Boulevard when a 2020 Buick Encore left the roadway. Authorities continue to investigate the exact circumstances surrounding the accident. The community is mourning the loss as officials work to determine contributing factors. (Source: Finger Lakes Daily News on Nov 10)
November 9, 2025
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Two Canisteo Teens Killed, Four Injured in Early Morning Wellsville Crash: A deadly car crash in Wellsville early Saturday resulted in the deaths of two teenagers from Canisteo and left four others injured. The incident involved a 2020 Buick Encore with six teens, which lost control on a curve on Tarantine Boulevard and crashed into a utility pole around 2:24 a.m. The victims were pronounced dead at the scene, while the other four occupants sustained minor injuries and were transported to Jones Memorial Hospital. Authorities continue to investigate the cause of the accident. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Nov 9)
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)