Land masses floating off Lake Ontario being used to help shoreline

Published: 07/18/2019 @ 06:21 am

Another week, another land mass floating along the Lake Ontario shoreline. Environmental officials in New York have found a way to use the land masses to help the shoreline during periods of flooding. On Tuesday morning, a new land mass of grasses and soil was spotted floating off the shoreline near Port Bay in the area of Wolcott and Huron... more

Wolcott driver charged with felony DWI

Published: 07/16/2019 @ 08:58 am

State Troopers report the arrest of a Wolcott resident on felony DWI charges due to a previous conviction after a traffic stop in the Village of Wolcott. Kurt P. Henninge, 45, of Wolcott was arrested for felony driving while intoxicated, felony aggravated driving while intoxicated, refusal to submit to a breath test, failure to use designated lane and speeding. The... more

NR-W announces Superintendent succession plan

Published: 07/03/2019 @ 10:24 am | Updated: 07/03/2019 @ 10:25 am

The North Rose-Wolcott Board of Education and Superintendent Stephan J. Vigliotti, Sr., would like to inform the District community of a succession plan that was recently finalized between the Board of Education and the Superintendent at its meeting on July 2, 2019. Superintendent Vigliotti has offered and the Board of Education has accepted a tentative plan for the District, whereby... more

Deputies: Wolcott man charged with grand larceny after stealing car in April

Published: 07/03/2019 @ 04:57 am

Deputies report the arrest of a Wolcott resident following an investigation into a stolen vehicle. Joel D. Smith, 33, was charged with grand larceny after allegedly stealing a vehicle from the Pit Stop in Wolcott. Deputies say that the theft occurred in April 2019. Smith was transported to the Wayne County Jail pending further action. To have the latest updates,... more

Wolcott man charged with burglary, trespass following pair of incidents

Published: 06/28/2019 @ 07:00 am

Deputies report the arrest of a 20-year-old Wolcott resident following two separate incidents. It is alleged that on June 26th, Kyle Mein, 20, of Wolcott knowingly remained unlawfully on property in the Town of Woloctt, in which he was not allowed. In a separate incident days earlier, he entered a separate residence and stole cash. He was transported to the... more

Wolcott man charged with rape, endangering welfare of a child

Published: 06/11/2019 @ 08:08 am

Deputies report the arrest of an 18-year-old Wolcott resident following an investigation into an incident involving a minor. Darrin J. Frank, of Wolcott was charged with second-degree rape, and endangering the welfare of a child. He’s accused of engaging in a sex act with a minor. Additional details were not provided by law enforcement. He was set to be arraigned... more

Cuomo pledges $300M for Lake Ontario REDI plan to address shoreline flooding

Published: 06/10/2019 @ 10:52 am

Governor Andrew Cuomo kicked off the Lake Ontario Resiliency and Economic Development Initiative, or REDI Commission on Monday in Rochester – promising upwards of $300 million to improve infrastructure along Lake Ontario. @NYGovCuomo kicking off the multi-agency Resiliency & Economic Development Initiative (REDI) in Rochester taking a proactive investment approach to the environmental challenge at Lake Ontario pic.twitter.com/DJINZfM7EE — Matthew... more

19th annual PGA golf clinic a success at NR-W

Published: 06/05/2019 @ 11:07 am | Updated: 06/05/2019 @ 11:08 am

The North Rose-Wolcott Central School District recently put on the 19th annual PGA golf clinic, where participants received tips from PGA professionals. Approximately 30 people attended the event in Wolcott. Jon Fowler, PGA pro from Springbrook Greens in Fair Haven, helped participants with their putting game. Larissa Carter, PGA Assistant from Highland Country Club in Auburn, NY, assisted with chipping.... more

Wayne Central voters send strong message as investigation concludes

Published: 05/25/2019 @ 09:25 am | Updated: 05/25/2019 @ 09:29 am

With the hearings on the removal of two School Board members completed two weeks ago, the Board of Education at Wayne Central School District awaits an outcome. The Board made the following statement at the conclusion of the proceedings. “As of today, the proceedings relative to the possible removal of two Board of Education Members have concluded. The process the... more

Deputies: Wolcott man fires semi-automatic pistol during disturbance

Published: 05/21/2019 @ 06:07 am

The Wayne County Sheriff’s Office reports the arrest of a Wolcott man following an investigation into a disturbance complaint on Monday. Deputies arrested Evan Lapp, 28, of Wolcott for second-degree reckless endangerment. He’s accused of firing one round from a semi-automatic pistol into the air. No one was injured, according to deputies. Lapp was issued an appearance ticket for a... more

FingerLakes1.com launches Patreon to support continued growth in local digital content

Published: 05/28/2019 @ 12:44 pm

FingerLakes1.com launches Patreon to continue growth in digital content

FingerLakes1.com has officially launched a Patreon Support model, for readers, viewers, and listeners who want to support our mission. For 20 years now, FingerLakes1.com has focused on delivering news and information in a unique, interactive way and on a relentless, 24/7. 365 day a year publishing schedule. Whether that’s live-streaming local high school basketball throughout the winter, or showcasing in-depth... more

North Rose-Wolcott schools announce 3Q honor roll students

Published: 05/14/2019 @ 02:13 pm | Updated: 05/14/2019 @ 02:14 pm

North Rose-Wolcott schools announces 3Q honor roll students

North Rose-Wolcott High School and Middle School recently named students to its third quarter honor roll. Students with a GPA of 85.0 to 89.9 were named to the honor roll, students with a GPA of 90.0 to 92.9 were named to the high honor roll, and students with a GPA of 93.0 or higher were named to the principal’s honor... more

Wolcott teen charged with robbery at Fastrac store

Published: 04/27/2019 @ 08:48 am

Wolcott man charged with robbery at Butler Fastrac store

The Wayne County Sheriff’s Office reports the arrest of a Wolcott resident following an investigation into a convenience store larceny along Route 104. Deputies say Kyle R. Mein, 19, of Wolcott was charged with robbery and criminal possession of a controlled substance after entering the Butler Fastrac along Route 104 – demanding money. Deputies say Mein also claimed to possess... more

Communities along Lake Ontario brace for potential flooding

Published: 04/28/2019 @ 08:55 am | Updated: 04/28/2019 @ 09:00 am

Flooding is a recurring problem for neighbors in Fair Haven who live along the lake. In May of 2017 sandbags lined properties there. Docks even beginning to disappear. For the people of Fair Haven it meant their busiest season for tourism was underwater. On Friday, it is another sight no Fair Haven resident wants to see, especially those living along... more

Deputies: Sodus man charged with assault, strangulation after violent domestic incident

Published: 04/15/2019 @ 06:38 am | Updated: 04/15/2019 @ 09:33 am

The Wayne County Sheriff’s Office reports the arrest of a Sodus man Sunday evening following an investigation into a domestic incident. Deputies arrested Jonathan D. Sampson, 32, of Sodus for assault, strangulation, and unlawful imprisonment. Sampson is accused of repeatedly striking a female in the head; and strangling her until she lost consciousness. Deputies say she sustained several injuries. During... more

Deputies: Wolcott man choked woman during domestic incident

Published: 04/11/2019 @ 06:29 am

The Wayne County Sheriff’s Office says a Wolcott man was arrested following a domestic incident, which happened Tuesday night. Deputies arrested Charles K. Davenport, 58, of Wolcott on Tuesday. He was charged with criminal obstruction of breathing after allegedly choking a female victim. He’s accused of grabbing her by the throat, impeding her breathing. Davenport was transported to the Wayne... more

North Rose-Wolcott Athletic Hall of Fame inducts Class of 2019

Published: 04/11/2019 @ 01:39 pm | Updated: 04/11/2019 @ 01:40 pm

The North Rose-Wolcott Athletic Hall of Fame recently inducted the Class of 2019 during a ceremony held at North Rose-Wolcott High School. Michael Woods, Kate DeMay, Theodis Terrance Collier, and Joe Cahoon, Sr. were inducted, along with the golf teams from 2003 to 2007. Woods was a three-sport varsity athlete (soccer, basketball, and track) from 1971 to 1975. He was... more

Wolcott man who was being evicted burns down mobile home, faces arson charge

Published: 03/07/2019 @ 10:05 am

A 20-year-old Wolcott man, who was upset with being evicted, used a lighter to light a couch on fire inside the home. The incident happened on February 20th around 3 a.m. on Maplewood Drive in Wolcott, according to authorities. After he started the fire, Dillon R. Hosmer, 20, fell asleep, but luckily – one of the other tenants awoke and... more

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