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 How about reading historical documents written in cursive?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, […]
There are boys and girls around the world who are in desperate need of hope. To help fill that need, Second Baptist Church of Walworth will be holding an Operation Christmas Child Shoe Box Packing Party again this year on Sunday, November 3, 2024 at 1:00 pm. It will be held in the Fellowship Hall in […]
Newark High School senior Lucas Herd has been named a Commended Student in the 2025 National Merit Scholarship Program. A letter of Commendation from the Newark High School and the National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC) which conducts the program, was presented after school to Herd October 15th by NHS Principal Kelly A. Zielke as family […]
The Pal-Mac Primary School celebrated a major milestone on Friday, October 4. The building officially rec ognized its 100th birthday with a parade and party. PMP Principal Jamie Murphy said the events honored both school spirit and togetherness. Students helped decorate a large paper cake to mark the occasion. Ground was broken for the building’s construction, originally […]
Nearly 800 Wayne County eighth graders spent this past Thursday exploring dozens of different career options at the 2024 Career Carnival held at the Wayne County Fairgrounds in Palmyra. The event, hosted by Wayne County Community Schools, showcased over 60 vendors, ranging from skilled trades to emergency services. Students were able to get hands-on demonstrations […]
The Williamson-Pultneyville Historical Society (W-PHS) will present its monthly program which is free and open to the public on Wednesday, October 2nd. Coinciding with 2024 Wayne County Apple Tasting Tour Month, the topic will be “All About Apples & Agriculture.” Produced by Alison DeMarree, retired Cooperative Extension Specialist and member of a local fruit growing […]
Brody Steward from Victor Central Schools took first place at the National Civics Bee local qualifier in Rochester, NY, hosted by Greater Rochester Cham ber in partnership with the US Chamber of Commerce Foundation and The Civic Trust. Anika Das (Eagle Hill Middle School) and Joey Potter (Gananda Middle School) rounded out the top three. Scores […]
Youth hunters and their adult mentors are invited to attend the 17th Annual Robert F. DeRoo Memorial Youth Waterfowl and Pheasant Hunts at the Montezuma Audubon Center, located at 2295 State Route 89, Savannah, NY. The waterfowl hunt will be held on Saturday, September 28 and the pheasant hunt will be held on Saturday, October […]
Western Wayne Art Group's first meeting for the 24/25 schedule will be held on Tuesday, September 17th at 7:00 PM. Meetings are held at the Walworth Town Hall at 3600 Lorraine Drive. Their guest presenter that evening is photographer, Kimberly Ferguson. She has lived in the Finger Lakes area since 1991 and belongs to various local […]
As the school year starts and memories of Summer begin to fade, it’s time to tune-in to history and learn about our surroundings that offer a respite from the hustle and bustle of life. All are invited to attend the Williamson-Pultneyville Historical Society’s (W-PHS) first Fall 2024 Program on September 4th about the history […]
The summer didn’t slow the Lyons Middle-High School down, as the excitement of the L.Y.O.N.S. Summer program kept the energy alive. The program hosted 120 campers from kindergarten to eighth grade who participated in a variety of enriching activities. This program, made possible through grant funding, provided a safe and engaging environment, complete with free […]
Governor Kathy Hochul announced that the Village of Newark was awarded $1 million through the State's Restore New York Communities Initiative. Restore New York supports municipal revitalization efforts with funds to help remove and reduce blight, reinvigorate communities and generate new residential and economic opportunities statewide. The program, administered by Empire State Development, is designed […]
The Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor is calling for entries for its annual Erie Canalway Photo Contest. Amateur and professional photographers are invited to submit up to three images that capture the canals' beauty, vibrancy, and character. Winning photos will be featured in the 2025 Bicentennial Erie Canalway Calendar. Entries must be postmarked by […]
