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Reed, Bell and Wood-Asberry named Athletes of the Year as Lyons honors top athletes for 2024-25
Lyons Central School District wrapped up its 2024-25 athletics season by recognizing the year’s top performers. Among the highest honors handed out, Baylei Reed, Jayla Bell, and Marcus Wood-Asberry were named Athletes of the Year, ... more
Deputies charge Lyons woman in Dollar General theft
A woman was arrested after deputies say she walked out of a local store without paying for merchandise. Kathleen D. Shoemaker-Kelley, 43, of Lyons, was charged with petit larceny following an investigation into a theft ... more
Lyons teacher earns state award for inspiring students
A surprise celebration at Lyons Central School honored a teacher known for transforming young lives. According to the Wayne Times, Erica Gansz received the Educator’s Inspiring a Generation Award from New York State during a ... more
Lyons woman charged in Dollar General theft
A Lyons woman was arrested Saturday evening after allegedly stealing merchandise from a Dollar General store in the town of Lyons. Deputies from the Wayne County Sheriff’s Office said Connie Cotturone, 35, of Canal Street, ... more
Lyons couple arrested after late-night knife attack
A violent altercation in Lyons led to the arrest of two residents early Monday morning after deputies responded to a reported knife assault. Monica C. Williams, 29, and Leon C. Williams, both of 159 Canal ... more
$12.1M secured to replace closed Lyons canal bridge
The long-closed Leach Road Bridge in Lyons is set for a major revival thanks to $12.1 million in approved funding, according to the Finger Lakes Times. The 100-year-old bridge was shut down in 2023 due ... more
Lyons pair arrested after knife attack and police scuffle
A violent disturbance in Lyons led to the arrest of two residents after a knife assault and a confrontation with deputies. Monica C. Williams and Leon C. Williams were taken into custody at 159 Canal ... more
Former teacher arrested in child porn investigation
A 57-year-old former Lyons school teacher has been arrested in a child pornography case following a state-led investigation. Tracy J. Przepiora of Victor was charged after authorities discovered child sexual abuse material on his devices ... more
Free basketball camp coming to Lyons Community Center in July
A free basketball camp hosted by PrimeTime 585 is set to take place at the Lyons Community Center on July 10 and 11 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. each day. The camp is open ... more
Two charged with theft from Aldi store in Lyons
Deputies in Wayne County arrested two Lyons residents accused of conspiring to steal merchandise from a local Aldi store. Authorities charged Brandon Impson, 33, and Destiny Mantooth, 34, after an investigation on Thursday morning found ... more
Lyons man arrested for violating protection order and fleeing deputies
A Lyons man was arrested following a domestic violence investigation in the Town of Lyons, according to the Wayne County Sheriff’s Office. Patrick J. Frank, 39, was charged with second-degree criminal contempt and second-degree obstructing ... more
Despite $15M fine, Tulley launches new Lyons eatery
David Tulley is opening a new restaurant and convenience store in Lyons, even as a $15.2 million state judgment looms over him. According to the Finger Lakes Times, Tulley, previously fined for illegal cannabis sales, ... more
Lyons woman charged after trespassing and biting deputy
A Lyons woman faces multiple charges after she allegedly trespassed on school property and bit a deputy during her arrest, according to the Wayne County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies arrested Terri N. Lagrand, 45, of Geneva ... more
Woman charged with damaging county property in Lyons
A 48-year-old woman was arrested last week after allegedly damaging property at the Wayne County Social Services office, the Sheriff’s Office reported. Darlene H. Humby, who is listed as homeless, was charged with criminal mischief ... more
Wayne County woman causes damage at social services building in Lyons
A 48-year-old woman was arrested last week after damaging property at the Wayne County Department of Social Services in Lyons, according to the Wayne County Sheriff’s Office. Darlene H. Humby, who is listed as homeless, ... more
Lyons man charged after high-speed pursuit in Sodus
A 19-year-old Lyons resident was arrested Saturday evening after allegedly fleeing a traffic stop in Sodus, according to the Wayne County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies attempted to stop a vehicle on State Route 14 at around ... more
Lyons woman arrested on bench warrant in Romulus
A Lyons woman was arrested Tuesday evening after deputies executed a bench warrant for failing to appear in court on a contraband charge. Seneca County Sheriff Timothy Thompson said Stephanie Weaver, 42, was taken into ... more
Man arrested after alleged assault at Lyons gas station
A man faces a felony charge after a late-night altercation at a gas station in Lyons left a worker injured. Deputies with the Wayne County Sheriff’s Office arrested 21-year-old John C. Walker of Maple Street ... more
Lyons man jailed on child sex assault charge
A Lyons man with a history of minor offenses is now facing a serious felony after being charged with predatory sexual assault against a child, according to authorities. The alleged victim is a 10-year-old boy ... more
