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Fire Causes Damage to Palmyra Home; No Injuries Reported. A fire broke out early Saturday morning at a single-family home on State Route 31 in the Town of Palmyra. Multiple local fire departments responded quickly, and all residents were able to evacuate safely, with no injuries reported. Authorities have not yet determined the cause of the blaze, and the investigation is ongoing under the Wayne County Sheriff's Office. All responding fire crews assisted in containing the incident. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Mar 2) Finger Lakes Palmyra, NY

Wayne-Finger Lakes Basketball: Natale, Parker Reach 1,000 Points; Boys Teams Advance. The Wayne-Finger Lakes high school basketball quarterfinals saw key victories and personal milestones over the weekend. Newark's Karina Natale reached 1,000 career points during a decisive win over Batavia, while Lyons' Car'Mella Parker also joined the 1,000-point club early in her team's victory against Clyde-Savannah. In boys' play, Mynderse upset Hornell and Waterloo secured a solid home win to progress further in the postseason. The semifinals are scheduled for next week. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Feb 28) Finger Lakes Newark, NY Lyons, NY

Seneca Falls and Newark Properties Chosen for Five to Revive Preservation Program. Two historic sites in Seneca Falls and Newark have been recognized by the Landmark Society of Western New York as part of its Five to Revive initiative for 2026. This annual program highlights at-risk landmarks across the region that possess strong potential to boost local revitalization efforts. In Newark, the Peirson Cobblestone House, built between 1825 and 1835, faces urgent repairs due to vacancies and structural concerns. Preservation discussions are ongoing to secure the future of these significant sites. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Feb 27) Finger Lakes Newark, NY

Newark and Wayne Face Off in Section V Boys Basketball Class A Quarterfinal. The Newark Reds will travel to Wayne to compete against the Eagles in the Section V Class A Boys Basketball quarterfinals. This marks the third meeting between the Finger Lakes East rivals this season, with each team seeking a place in the playoff semifinals. The game, featuring Newark as the sixth seed and Wayne as the third seed, is a pivotal matchup in the postseason. Local fans are closely following the results as these teams vie to advance. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Feb 27) Finger Lakes Newark, NY

Repeat Airline Stowaway Arrested After Unauthorized Flight From Newark to Milan. A woman previously convicted of stowing away on an international flight was taken into custody after allegedly boarding a plane from Newark, New Jersey, to Milan, Italy, without a ticket. Authorities reported that the individual was on probation for similar offenses at the time of the arrest. Details regarding how she bypassed security measures are under investigation. Law enforcement agencies continue to review the incident to determine potential lapses and next steps. (Source: Finger Lakes Times on Feb 26) Finger Lakes Newark, NY

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