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Published September 21Wayne County Public Health shares potential Measles exposure notice
Lyons, NY – Wayne County Public Health is advising of a potential measles exposure at the Pine Creek Feed and Seed from September 9-11, 2026. Individuals who are not immune to measles and were exposed are at risk for developing measles. Those who were exposed to measles and…
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Published September 19Man attacked 6 elderly residents a day after fatally stabbing a man in Rochester
Rochester Police responded to an apartment on North Union Street near Weld Street around 11:50 a.m. on Saturday, July 3 for a report of person found dead. Marc Stekloff, age 77, was "clearly deceased" inside his apartment in the Marketview Heights. Police believe Stekloff was…
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Published September 19The battle over the beagles
Another protest group is making their way to a facility in Wayne County next week. A group called “March to Abolish Animal Testing” says they’re walking over 200 miles from Albany to North Rose to “shine a light on the animals hidden from public view and demand a future where…
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Published September 19NY ends Regents exam requirement beginning with the Class of 2028
The New York State Education Department (NYSED) announced last week that the Board of Regents has authorized the agency’s plan to remove regents exams as a requirement for high school graduation. Regents exams have been a requirement for decades here in New York, but state…
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Published September 19One last run at South Butler... Until June that is
By Dan Borrello Times of Wayne CountySunday will mark the final race of the South Butler Dragway’s tenth season. "Feels like yesterday we all met at Tom Wahl’s in Newak to figure this whole thing out," track announcer and local NASCAR officianado "Racin’ Randy" Salerno tells The…
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Published September 18Once again, It’s the method and the madness
If you look at nearly any polling, President Trump’s approval is at an all time low. Even some of his most stalwart supporters have come to realize there’s no bridge he won’t cross, or moreover burn, in his quest to “Make America great again.” But what does that even mean? Prior…
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Published September 17Pittman, Frederick W.
Because of God’s great love for all of humanity and his priceless gift of salvation, Frederick W. Pittman went peacefully home to the unimaginable bliss of heaven September 13th. Beloved husband to Brenda for nearly 45 years, he was released from a selfless and valiant 12 ½ year…
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Published September 15Dundon, Deborah Ann
Williamson: Deborah Dundon, 74, of Williamson, New York, passed away on September 10, 2026. She worked as a bus monitor for 16 years before her retirement with Williamson Central School. Outside of work, Deborah found happiness spending time outdoors at home, especially feeding…
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Published September 12Wayne County Public Health Confirms Two Measles Cases
Lyons, NY— Wayne County Public Health received confirmation today of two lab confirmed cases of measles in unvaccinated individuals. These positive reports mark the first documented cases of the highly contagious virus in Wayne County. Wayne County Public Health is currently…
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Published September 12Wolcott domestic leads to eleven charges including menacing a police officer with a shotgun
The Wayne County Sheriff’s Office reports the arrest of Brett D. Shaffer, age 38, of 8079 Larkin Road in the Town of Wolcott, after responding to a residence on Larkin Road for a domestic incident. Deputies arrested Upon their arrival, deputies were met at the end of the driveway…
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Published September 12The Wayne County Apple Tasting Tour returns for its 29th year
Nothing says Fall like apple season and there’s no better place to experience it than Wayne County. From crisp, freshly picked apples and warm cider to family-friendly farm experiences, the Wayne County Apple Tasting Tour returns Oct. 1–30 for its 29th year, inviting visitors to…
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Published September 12Domestic incident in Palmyra leads to a .30% DWI arrest
The Wayne County Sheriff’s Office reported the arrest on Monday (9/7) at 6:22 p.m. of Brett M. Houck, age 37, of Palmyra following an investigation into a traffic stop. Deputies responded to an address on Lyon Road in the Town of Palmyra for a domestic dispute. Prior to Deputies…