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Galen Resident Charged With Possession of Contraband at Wayne County Jail. A 39-year-old man from Galen has been charged after officials say he was found with prohibited items while held at Wayne County Jail in Lyons. Authorities allege the individual possessed contraband, including matches, prompting charges of promoting prison contraband in the second degree. He received an appearance ticket and will face proceedings in Lyons Town Court on April 21. The investigation was conducted by the Wayne County Sheriff's Office. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Apr 15) Finger Lakes Lyons, NY

Lyons Man Arrested After Home Burglary and Assault with Metal Stakes. A 33-year-old Lyons resident faces felony charges after allegedly assaulting two people with metal garden stakes and breaking into a home in Wayne County. State troopers responded to the burglary on State Route 14, where an altercation resulted in injuries to a man and woman. The suspect reportedly forced entry through glass doors and attacked the victims both outside and in a garage. Both individuals sustained non-life-threatening injuries, and the man was taken into custody at the scene. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Apr 13) Finger Lakes Lyons, NY

Canal Society of New York State Explores Historic Wayne County Waterways. The Canal Society of New York State recently conducted a tour through Wayne County, tracing the 35-mile courses of three canals that pass through the area and nearby regions. Led by local canal historian Bob Stopper of Lyons, the group visited significant canal sites and learned about their historical roles in regional development. The tour highlighted the enduring importance of canal systems to the Finger Lakes region and brought together enthusiasts from across the state. The event concluded after a day of local exploration. (Source: Finger Lakes Times on Apr 13) Finger Lakes Lyons, NY

Wayne County Opens Modern Shelter to Enhance Animal Welfare and Adoption Rates. The Humane Society of Wayne County has moved into a newly built $4.5 million, 10,000-square-foot facility in Lyons, featuring bright rooms, geothermal heating, and improved air quality systems. The shelter is equipped with dedicated spaces for sick animals, in-house procedures, and a community room for local programs. With over 1,000 animals adopted annually, officials expect these upgrades to further boost adoption rates. The shelter recently welcomed 25 new dogs and plans a ribbon cutting event soon. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Apr 13) Finger Lakes Lyons, NY

Wayne-Finger Lakes High School Sports Recap for April 8. High school sports across the Wayne-Finger Lakes region saw impressive performances on April 8, highlighted by standout pitching in softball and dominant efforts in both boys and girls lacrosse. Lyons' Keira Weber led on the mound with 15 strikeouts, while Palmyra-Macedon narrowly held off Gananda/Marion in a high-scoring softball matchup. In lacrosse, Wayne and Palmyra-Macedon girls posted strong wins, and Penn Yan's boys team delivered a decisive victory. The day featured remarkable individual and team achievements throughout the area. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Apr 8) Finger Lakes Lyons, NY Gananda, NY

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