You start with a plot of land that lends itself to the perfect 20 minute excursion in the woods. Hidden in the bushes around every turn, ghosts and goblins prepare to emerge. Before you are even loaded on the creepy wagon, an old barn provides a walking terror ghost walk. On the bright side, refreshments […]
Colleen Boardman, a dedicated teacher and tennis coach at Lyons Central School District, recently triumphed over breast cancer. With a family history of breast cancer, Ms. Boardman was diagnosed in January 2024 and underwent surgery at Pluta Cancer Center in Rochester, completing radiation treatment in June. Fortunately, she is now in remission. Ms. Boardman has […]
It has become a reality. Even in the larger Wayne County School Districts, student populations are dropping. Gone are the baby-boomer and millennium generations that saw spikes in student enrollment and a building construction. The U.S. population is projected to peak in 2080, then start declining, according to analysis by the US Census Bureau. That […]
On September 27, while investigating an unrelated call, State Troopers out of Lyons discovered a dog being kept in a 2x3 foot crate severely malnourished, dehydrated and covered in its own urine. Following an investigation by Wayne County District Attorney Animal Cruelty Investigator Tracy Brown, the four-year-old mini Australian Shepherd was seized on Wednesday (10/2). […]
At around 5 a.m. on Friday (10/4) a call to 911 reported a home invasion at 846 Route 31F (Macedon Center Road) in the Town of Macedon. It was reported that Alton and Janelle Plumb were accosted by what was described as three Hispanic males, one reportedly garnishing a hand gun. All three were reportedly […]
At about 10:36 a.m. on Saturday (9/21), Wayne County Deputies responded to 24 Maple Street, Apartment #1 in Lyon following 911 calls reporting a domestic violence incident and reported gunfire at the residence. Upon their arrival police located the body of Shawn G. Rahn, age 40, of Elmer Street in Lyons. The girlfriend summoned Rahn, […]
Residents and travelers through Walworth have been asking the Town for updates regarding a broken traffic signal. Supervisor Michael Donalty issued the following statement: "As many are already aware, the traffic signal at the intersection of Walworth- Marion Road and Walworth-Ontario Road was struck by lightning mid-month and is not functioning properly. The signal currently […]
The Humane Society of Wayne County was recently the surprise recipient of a large grant from Paychex Founder Tom Golisano. The grant will be $1.5 million over 4 years. Another wonderful gift last week came from the North Rose Lions Club who raised $10,000 for the campaign. The goal is not yet reached, but the […]
The Palmyra Police Department reported the arrest of a 14 year-old juvenile following the investigation into a threat made against the school district. On Thursday, September 19, Administrators of the Palmyra-Macedon High School were made aware that a handwritten threat to the school district was located and circulating via social media. The school administration […]
On Monday (9/9) State Senator Helming and State Assemblyman Brian Manktelow were on hand to present a Proclamation Honoring the 110th Anniversary of the Ohmann Theatre, located at 65 William Street in Lyons. The landmark theatre first opened its doors on December 6, 1915, as one of the largest movie houses in Upstate New York. […]
An “American Patriot Remembrance” ceremony was held by the New York State Elks Association of Western Central District, on Sunday, August 8th. The event held in Seneca Falls, NY honored veterans from WWII, Korea, and the Vietnam wars, With music and words, veterans were honored, and each received a wonderful remembrance medal with their name, […]
With the latest news of a school-shooting, the debate over cell-phone bans has brought to light the pros and cons of the issue for schools. According to academic sources a ban or major limitation on cell phones in school, leans towards a more focused classroom and student, not all districts agree on the restrictions. By […]
It is not as simple as locking school doors to protect students and staff from the violence. In April of 2021, the initial Workplace Violence Prevention Law was passed. It set basic standards for the development and implementation to prevent and minimize workplace violence. As of January 4, 2024, New York Governor Kathy Hochul amended […]
As August draws to a close, and summer gives way to fall, there is still plenty of outdoor fun for residents across Wayne County to enjoy. Free concerts, local farm markets and annual festivals are just a few of the family-friendly activities taking place over the next few weeks. Here’s a rundown of what’s happening […]
A staple of Wayne County for over a century, Breen’s Market in Williamson has announced they will be shutting their doors for good. On Thursday, the Breen family shared an official statement: "After 115+years in the grocery business, and 40+years in Williamson, we have decided it’s time to close and move onto our next chapter […]
