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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

Cemetery Art Program to Explore Tombstone Symbols in Pultneyville March 4. The Williamson-Pultneyville Historical Society will open its 2026 season on March 4 with a presentation about gravestone art and symbolism at Gates Hall in Pultneyville. Author Jane Hopkins will discuss tombstone designs and the stories behind century-old markers, highlighting examples from the 220-year-old Lakeview Cemetery. The event will also recognize Gates Hall's 200th anniversary and America's upcoming 250th birthday. The program is open to the public and begins at 7 p.m. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Feb 27) Finger Lakes Pultneyville, NY Williamson, NY

Authorities Respond to Two-Vehicle Collision in Wayne County. The Wayne County Sheriff's Office is investigating a two-vehicle accident that happened Sunday evening on State Route 104 in Williamson. Deputies arrived shortly after 6 p.m. to find both vehicles damaged and still in the roadway. Details on the cause of the crash and the status of those involved have not been made public. The incident remains under investigation by local law enforcement. (Source: Finger Lakes Daily News on Feb 26) Finger Lakes Williamson, 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 People Sustain Minor Injuries in State Route 104 Collision in Williamson. A collision involving two vehicles occurred on State Route 104 in Williamson on Sunday evening, leading to a temporary road closure. Genevieve Vanderbroek of Sodus and Malikya Russell of Rochester were identified as the drivers in the incident. Malikya Russell and passenger Tracy Turner were transported to Rochester General Hospital with minor injuries, while no other serious injuries were reported. Authorities are continuing to investigate the cause of the crash. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Feb 25) Finger Lakes Williamson, NY Sodus, NY Rochester, NY

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