Galen
A town in Wayne County, New York — population 4,407 as of 2022.
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Varsity Soccer September 28 Newark vs. Mynderse The Newark Girl’s Varsity took on Mynderse in Seneca falls and won 1-0. Goal was scored by Brooklyn Crego with an Assist from Adriana Smith. Goalie Ryann LaRue had four great saves. It was a defensive battle. September 30 Newark vs.…
Local Sports
Clyde man charged with Assault 3rd after beating female with a closed fist
State Troopers out of Wolcott reported the arrest on Sunday (9/27) at 2:58 p.m. of Allen James Harper, age 55, of 12067 Conklin Avenue in Wolcott. It is alleged Harper, involved in a domestic incident with a female intentionally cut in front of the female with his truck while she…
Public Safety
Macedon Corn maze celebrates its 29th year
Long Acres in Macedon has changed quite a bit over the years. The family farm looks much different than it did decades ago, and continues to change year to year thanks to the fourth generation now operating the sprawling property. Home to a large market, ice cream shop and acres…
Events
Wayne County’s District Attorney called in to handle Irondequoit murder trial
News reports flashed across the nation when a family of four, including two very young children residing in the Town of Irondequoit, were all brutally murdered in September of 2024. Unfortunately due a conflict of interest within the Monroe County District Attorney’s Office, the…
Government & Civic
Casino mogul and former Trump secretary join forces to take on NYC’s pied-à-terre tax
By Anthony IzaguirreAssociated Press NEW YORK (AP) — New York City’s tax on luxury second homes has its latest moneyed opposition: casino mogul Steve Wynn and former Trump administration secretary Wilbur Ross. The pair of wealthy part-time New Yorkers sued the state on Monday…
General
Russell, Franklin T.
Newark - Franklin T. Russell, 90, of Newark, New York, passed away on Tuesday, September 29, 2026, in Newark. Franklin Russell lived a life defined by service—to his country, his profession, his community, and above all, his family. A respected attorney and judge, educator,…
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Galen by the numbers
- Median age
- 37.7
- Households
- 1,761
- Persons per household
- 2.5
- Median household income
- $64,177
- Median house value
- $95,400