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Stovetop Fire Contained Quickly in Farmington Apartment, No Injuries Reported. A kitchen fire broke out Saturday morning at an apartment on Stoney Way in Farmington, prompting a rapid response from emergency crews. An Ontario County sheriff's deputy arrived first and was able to suppress the stovetop fire, which resulted in damage confined to the stove and minor smoke. Firefighters from Farmington, Victor, and Canandaigua helped vent smoke and ensured the area was safe. All residents evacuated without injury, and officials determined the fire was accidental. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Mar 2) Finger Lakes Victor, NY Canandaigua, 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

Victor Planning Board Reviews Development and Infrastructure Proposals. At its February meeting, the Victor Planning Board examined several development initiatives, covering infrastructure projects along Lynaugh Road and various commercial and residential proposals. Items discussed included a cannabis dispensary at Eastview Mall, a major townhouse and apartment complex at Woods at Valentown, and other site plan and subdivision matters. The session also involved public hearings and routine administrative updates before adjournment. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Feb 27) Finger Lakes Victor, NY

Bloomfield Girls and Area Boys Teams Advance in Sectional Basketball Play. Sectional basketball competition continued for Wayne-Finger Lakes high schools as 12 teams secured spots in the upcoming rounds. Bloomfield girls moved forward following a lead performance from Calla McCombs, while area teams such as Mynderse and Waterloo boys advanced to the quarterfinals. Other highlights included Lyons defeating Caledonia-Mumford and notable scoring from various regional players. The next games are scheduled for this weekend. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Feb 25) Finger Lakes Bloomfield, NY Waterloo, NY

Two Canandaigua Residents Charged After Shoplifting Incident in Victor. Ontario County Sheriff's deputies arrested two Canandaigua residents following a shoplifting incident at Kohl's on Commerce Drive in Victor on February 24. Authorities charged Thomas J. Fathergill Jr. with petit larceny and Kathleen M. Creswell with fourth-degree grand larceny. Deputies recovered nearly $1,600 in stolen merchandise. Both individuals received appearance tickets and are scheduled to appear in Victor Town Court. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Feb 25) Finger Lakes Victor, NY Canandaigua, NY

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