Mark your calendars! The Wayne County Fair returns for its 168th year, running from Monday, August 4, through Sunday, August 10, 2025, at 300 W Jackson Street, Palmyra, NY 14522. As the 4th largest agricultural fair in New York State, the Wayne County Fair continues its tradition of celebrating community, agriculture, and entertainment, now with […]
February is Children’s Dental Health Month, this is a time to learn about proper dental care and to promote a lifetime of good dental health for your child, reminds Wayne County Public Health. The teeth, bones and soft tissues of the mouth benefit from a well-balanced eating plan to help resist mouth infection and gum […]
We often take electricity for granted, flip a switch and the light goes on. What the public may not realize is the tremendous amount of capital and equipment that makes that electricity flow must be upgraded and improved over the years. Rochester Gas and Electric (RG&E) an Avangrid subsidiary, announced the completion of upgrades on […]
Scout Troop 125 of Williamson is proud to introduce its newest Eagle Scout. Will Weinschreider was presented his Eagle Rank award last week at a special Court of Honor with his family, friends and fellow Scouts and their families in attendance. Will has been in Scouting since 4th grade. He comes from a line […]
W.A.R.E (Wayne Action for Racial Equality) is hosting a MLK day event on Monday, January 20, 2025. The theme of the 2025 Wayne County Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Celebration is the importance of struggling against racism in all its forms in the spirit of Dr. King’s legacy of non-violent resistance. The day begins […]
To raise awareness about the importance of preventing cervical cancer through regular screenings and HPV Vaccination, Wayne County Public Health is recognizing January as Cervical Cancer Awareness Month. According to the CDC, cervical cancer most often occurs in women over the age of 30. The main cause of cervical cancer is HPV, the Human Papillomavirus. […]
Finger Lakes Community College will offer a four-week class in developing a retirement budget and financial plan, starting Jan. 16, at three locations using remote classroom technology. Instructor Jason Grover will teach from the Victor Campus Center off Route 251 using synchronous online technology that allows him to see and interact with participants at the […]
Senator Helming Recognizes the S Senator Pam Helming recognized the selection of the Original Candy Kitchen in the Town of Williamson, for the New York State Historic Business Preservation Registry at a special event. The state program highlights businesses that have been in operation for at least 50 years and have contributed to their community’s […]
When the recycling program started in 1991 in Wayne County, Sandy Sloane made her first ornaments for the Wayne County Supervisors Holiday Party. The first ornaments were made of newspaper pieces tied with holiday ribbon, representing the recycling program. The Supervisors’ Holiday Party was held at Carriage House Restaurant in Palmyra NY. Sandy continued to […]
A live performance of 'A Christmas Carol' will be held at the Macedon Center Meetinghouse, 1208 Macedon Center Rd. at 2 pm on December 8th. Mr. Kim Teneriro, performs Charles Dickens’ classic tale. His dramatic one-man performance brings to life over 30 characters during the show. Tenreiro has performed the work solo over 100 times, and raised […]
The Wayne Central School District has announced that Liam Keeney, an 11th-grade student and accomplished French horn player, has been accepted into the prestigious Rochester Philharmonic Youth Orchestra (RPYO). Membership in the RPYO is a significant accomplishment, requiring students in grades 8-12 to undergo a rigorous audition process. Liam showcased his talent by mastering a […]
Want A Signature? Or maybe want to be able to read your parents’ or grandparents’ letters? How about reading historical documents written in cursive? If you are grade 4 thru young adult age who has never leaned cursive handwriting, you can learn the basics of writing cursive on Sunday, November 24, 2-4pm at Rose Historical […]
Last year, Wayne County celebrated its 200th birthday with many bicentennial events. This month the Clyde Global Methodist Church will celebrate the 200th anniversary of the incorporation of a Methodist Church in the village. Originally meeting as a Sunday School class led by circuit riding clergy, the incorporation into a formal church took place on […]
Lyons Main Street Program is pleased to announce the appointment of a new Director, Colleen DeCracker Monje. Colleen grew up in Lyons and has been a long-time participant in Lyons’ community life. Colleen has a deep appreciation for a small town’s unique character and history. She has skills and passion for enhancing Lyons’ economic vitality, […]
