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Career exploration opportunities in Webster this week

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Career exploration opportunities in Webster this week
Boulter Industrial Contractors will host Lift & Move USA, a skilled trades career exploration event, on Thursday, May 9, 2019, from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at 655 Basket Road, Webster, New York 14580. The hands-on program will provide an authentic way for high school students to learn about the skills needed and careers available in the manufacturing and construction... more

Williamson man facing federal charges for alleged cocaine purchases

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Williamson man facing federal charges for alleged cocaine purchases
A Williamson man arrested after dropping bags of cocaine in a Sodus market is now facing federal charges. Holsey Wedlow was charged by Wayne County Sheriff’s deputies for an alleged 2017 incident, in which they say he dropped bags of cocaine in a Sodus market. He is now facing a federal charge of possession with intent to distribute cocaine. If... more

Intoxicated driver leads police on pursuit in Wayne County

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Intoxicated driver leads police on pursuit in Wayne County
Troopers say a Watertown resident was arrested on multiple charges – including felony driving while intoxicated, after a pursuit on State Route 104 in the Town of Butler over the weekend. On Friday Lewis W. Hall, 52, of Watertown was charged with felony driving while intoxicated, four counts of possession of an open container, eight counts of unlicensed operation, eight... more

Marion driver charged with felony DWI after being parked illegally

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Marion driver charged with felony DWI after being parked illegally
State Police arrested a 45-year-old Marion resident on felony DWI charges following an incident in Williamson. Zachary Levine, 45, of Marion was charged with felony driving while intoxicated, aggravated driving while intoxicated, aggravated unlicensed operation, and parking in a handicapped zone. Troopers responded to the report of a person parked in a handicapped zone on Pearsall Street in Williamson. Levine... more

At age 93, Williamson WWII veteran receives high school diploma

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At age 93, Williamson WWII veteran receives high school diploma
In his 93 years, Starford Steinhoff has accomplished quite a bit. Among those accomplishments: Honorably serving the U.S. during World War II. He served in the Army’s 66th Infantry and fought in the European theater – primarily in France. Mr. Steinhoff, or “Star” as he known, was drafted right out of high school – and, because of that, did not... more

Wayne Central grad who had been missing for 50 days found dead in NYC

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Missing Wayne Central grad found dead in NYC
A missing Wayne Central graduate, who was living in Brooklyn, has been found dead, according to authorities. James Johnston, 31, disappeared from his Brooklyn apartment in January. However, after more than 50 days of searching – family of Johnston say they received a call from police in New York. A body had been recovered, and investigators believed the body was... more

Gananda girl wins spelling bee duel

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Gananda girl wins spelling bee duel
After 16 rounds at Saturday’s Scripps Regional Spelling Bee, only Jenna Giles of Gananda and Tyler Friel of Canandaigua remained standing. The two went word for word for 10 more rounds until Giles emerged victorious after Friel misspelled indigenous. The Gananda fifth-grader then correctly spelled ephemeral and virgule to capture first prize and a trip to compete in the 92nd... more

Pedestrian identified, remains ‘critical’ after Williamson crash

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Pedestrian airlifted from Williamson crash scene along Rt. 104
On Wednesday, a Williamson man was struck by a vehicle traveling on Route 104. On Friday the identity of the victim was released by authorities. The vehicle that hit the pedestrian was traveling east along Route 104. Wayne County ALS, Williamson Ambulance, and East Williamson Fire Department, as well as Williamson Fire Department assisted at the scene. Deputies say 52-year-old... more

Troopers charge Walworth man after puppy thrown from porch railing

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Troopers charge Walworth man after puppy thrown from porch railing
A Walworth man is charged after State Police say a puppy was thrown from a porch railing and bled to death. This story comes to us from our news partners at The Times of Wayne County. Troopers say Austin Decker, 19, was arrested Thursday for an incident that happened in December. They say a four-month-old pit bill/shepherd mix puppy was... more

Police waited weeks to report Wayne Central grad missing in New York City

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Family struggles in search of Wayne Central grad
A Wayne County family is struggling to search for answers or clues in the disappearance of their loved one. Thirty-one-year-old James Johnston, who resides in New York City, was last seen Jan. 29 at his Brooklyn apartment in Williamsburg. News10NBC spoke to the man’s mother, Nancy Johnston, who shared her story in hopes that it would help spread the word.... more

SUNDAY CONVERSATION: Wayne Co. Sheriff Barry Virts talks contract negotiations, mugshot ban, and more

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SUNDAY CONVERSATION: Wayne County Sheriff Barry Virts talks
Wayne County Sheriff Bary Virts discusses the challenges of running a department that’s mid-contract negotiations, and also coping with the widespread shortage of law enforcement prospects. He also tackles some of the statewide initiatives that could prove to be difficult for law enforcement to manage – like the controversial mugshot proposal, which would ban law enforcement agencies from releasing arrest... more

Parents, faculty fill Wayne CSD meeting to support board members facing removal

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Parents, faculty fill Wayne CSD meeting to support board members facing removal
Parents remain frustrated after leaving a special school meeting that resulted in no answers. The Wayne Central School District had a meeting Wednesday involving Steve Gallagher and Dennis Landry, the two board members accused of official misconduct. In less than 10 minutes, the board approved a resolution allowing information about the charges against the men only be released at their... more

Wayne airport improvement project ready to take off

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Wayne airport improvement project ready to take off
Wayne County’s principle airport is set to roll on a $1.3 million improvement project. On Tuesday, the Williamson-Sodus Airport took care of the final step in the project — an endorsement by the Wayne County Board of Supervisors. The airport, owned by the Williamson Flying Club, received about $1.1 million in the state’s Aviation Capital Grant Program in 2017, sharing... more

Crews battle blaze at three-story home in Williamson (photos)

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Structure fire reported on Ridge Rd. in Wayne County
Multiple departments were called to a structure fire at a three-family home on Ridge Road in Wayne County on Monday. The call came in around 9:30 a.m., and witnesses said the flames and smoke could be seen coming from the rear of the home. First responders said the fire reportedly started on a bed, but that information was unconfirmed. One... more

Williamson man charged with rape, forcible touching after investigation

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Williamson man charged with rape, forcible touching after investigation
A Wayne County man is being held on $10,000 bail after multiple charges were filed against him – including rape, forcible touching, and endangering the welfare of a child. Michael Yonker, 37, of Williamson was arrested after it was reported to deputies that he was having an inappropriate relationship with a 14-year-old girl. It is alleged that Yonker started an... more

W-FL THURSDAY: Newark hands Wayne first league loss on final night; Whitman makes clean sweep of West

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W-FL: Newark hands Wayne first league loss on final night; Whitman makes clean sweep of West
On the final night of the regular season for Section V boys basketball teams, several Wayne-Finger Lakes squads were in action. Although all three W-FL league titles had been decided, there were several games of importance heading into postseason play next week. The biggest game had Wayne visiting Newark in a rematch of a close contest in Ontario that the... more

W-FL WEDNESDAY: Newark tops Geneva on senior night; Girls close out regular season

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W-FL WEDNESDAY: Newark tops Geneva on senior night; Girls close out regular season
It was a busy night for Wayne-Finger Lakes teams after Tuesday’s snow day forced several games to be reschedule to Wednesday night. It was the final night of the regular season for Wayne-Finger Lakes girls teams as Sectional brackets are set. For the boys, it will be one more night of regular season play on Thursday night before the seedings... more
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