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Wolcott Teen Charged After Investigation Into Missing Juvenile. The Wayne County Sheriff's Office has arrested an 18-year-old from Wolcott after investigating a missing juvenile case. Authorities charged the teen with obstructing governmental administration in the second degree. The investigation began following a report about the missing youth from the Village of Wolcott. Law enforcement has not disclosed further details about the circumstances surrounding the arrest. (Source: Finger Lakes Daily News on Dec 26) Finger Lakes Wolcott, NY

Wolcott Teen Charged After Providing False Information in Missing Juvenile Case. An 18-year-old from Wolcott was arrested after authorities determined he gave false information during a search for a missing juvenile. Deputies reported that the teen knowingly withheld critical details, which delayed the investigation. The missing child was later located safe inside the teen's apartment and returned to her parents. The teen faces an obstruction charge and will appear in Village of Wolcott Court at a future date. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Dec 24) Finger Lakes Wolcott, NY

North Rose-Wolcott School District Approves $30 Million Improvement Project. Voters in the North Rose-Wolcott Central School District approved a $30 million capital improvement project on December 17, following a close decision. The project aims to address facility upgrades and modernization within the district's schools. District officials have indicated priorities include improved learning environments and infrastructure enhancements. The plan will move forward after community approval at the recent vote. (Source: Finger Lakes Times on Dec 19) Finger Lakes Wolcott, NY

North Rose-Wolcott Voters Approve $30 Million School Capital Project. Residents in the North Rose-Wolcott Central School District have approved a $30 million capital improvement project by a narrow margin. The plan includes construction of a new transportation facility and upgrades at both the elementary and high schools, aiming to modernize educational spaces without impacting local taxes. Funding will primarily come from state aid, supplemented by a capital reserve fund previously approved by voters. Work will address longstanding facilities issues throughout the district. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Dec 18) Finger Lakes Wolcott, NY

Wolcott Woman Injured in Two-Vehicle Collision in Town of Ontario. A woman from Wolcott sustained injuries following a two-vehicle accident at the intersection of State Route 350 and Paddy Lane in the Town of Ontario on Tuesday. Deputies from the Wayne County Sheriff's Office responded to the incident, which resulted in the woman being transported for medical evaluation. Details regarding the cause of the crash and the condition of other individuals involved have not been disclosed. Authorities are continuing to investigate the accident. (Source: Finger Lakes Daily News on Dec 17) Finger Lakes Ontario, NY Wolcott, NY

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