SUNDAY CONVERSATION: Teamsters rep says prolonged process a ‘massive failure’ for Wayne County

Published: 12/16/2018 @ 10:00 am

According to Chris Toole, of Teamsters Local 118 — based out of Rochester — one group of local law enforcement officers are desperate for parity. This week, Toole sat down in-studio to discuss ongoing negotiations between the deputies of Wayne County and County Government — who he says walked away from the table recently. While additional meetings are set to... more

Deputies: Arcadia woman had BAC over three-times the legal limit during wreck

Published: 12/05/2018 @ 10:00 am

Deputies say an Arcadia woman was recently charged with DWI after a lengthy investigation into a one-car property damage accident that happened in October. The Wayne County Sheriff’s Office reports that on October 20th, 2018 they responded to a crash where the driver, identified as 29-year-old Anna J. Skeels, of Arcadia collided with a utility pole. Deputies say Skeels refused... more

Newark man hurt after flipping ATV in Arcadia

Published: 11/03/2018 @ 08:00 am

Deputies say a 55-year-old Newark man was transported by ambulance to Newark-Wayne Community Hospital after an ATV accident Friday afternoon. Ricky C. VanWinkly, 55, suffered minor lacerations to the back of his neck after losing control of his ATV while attempting to travel down an embankment on private property. The accident happened near 2335 Ford Road in Arcadia. Newark Fire... more

Fall view in Wayne County (photo)

Published: 10/28/2018 @ 08:00 am

The yellows, golds, and mixture of fallen leaves made this a worthwhile shot along Arcadia-Zurich-Norris Road in Wayne County. Photo by Cathy Contant. more

Junior from Red Creek HS killed in Arcadia crash

Published: 10/02/2018 @ 08:00 am

The Times of Wayne County reports that a 16-year-old from Red Creek was killed in a crash that happened Monday night in Arcadia. Deven Jackson, 16, was killed in the crash on Blue Cut Road. Sources tell the Times that the car he was in left the roadway – struck a utility pole, flipped, and landed in a field. The... more

Lyons man critically injured, airlifted from scene of accident on Clark Road

Published: 09/24/2018 @ 08:00 am

Deputies say a 42-year-old Lyons man is listed in critical condition at Strong Memorial Hospital after a rollover accident on Clark Road in Arcadia on Monday. Around 2:25 pm deputies were called to Clark Road for the report of a vehicle that had crashed. Deputies say that Adam Vanbuskirk, 42, of Lyons failed to negotiate a curve on Clark Road,... more

Deputies: Arcadia man sold another’s EBT card, benefits for crack cocaine

Published: 09/28/2018 @ 08:00 am

Deputies say a 25-year-old Arcadia resident was arrested on multiple charges following a social services investigation in Wayne County. Jason M. Perri, 25, of Arcadia was charged with misuse of food stamps, criminal use of a public benefit card, and petit larceny. He’s accused of taking another person’s benefit card and selling nearly $250 worth of that benefit to another... more

Liverpool man accused of stealing timber from Wayne Co. residence

Published: 07/05/2018 @ 08:00 am

Deputies say a Liverpool man was arrested after an investigation into stolen timber. Christopher G. Devay, 31, was charged with grand larceny after that investigation, in which he is accused of taking timber from an address in Arcadia. Deputies say the stolen timber came from an address on Eckert Road, which they did not release. The theft took place in... more

Dispatcher leads caller through child birth in Arcadia

Published: 07/11/2018 @ 08:00 am

The Wayne County 911 Center reports an out of hospital child birth in the Town of Arcadia. On Wednesday at 04:26 am the 911 Center received a call from an individual reporting that she was in labor. Acting quickly, Dispatcher Sarah Wood performed Emergency Medical Dispatch instructions to help the caller deliver the child. The Wayne County 911 Center is... more

Cats, dogs seized during animal abuse investigation in Arcadia

Published: 07/22/2018 @ 08:00 am

The Wayne County Sheriff’s Office says a Town of Galen couple was arrested on an animal abuse charge following an investigation that took place at a residence in Arcadia. Deputies were assisted by Arcadia Town Code Enforcement, a Wayne County Animal Cruelty Investigator and a Veterinarian Technician. Deputies charged Nicholas J. Rosario, 24, and Darlene H. Humby, 41, both of... more

Arcadia man charged with harassment after domestic incident

Published: 05/05/2018 @ 08:00 am

The Wayne County Sheriff’s Office reports the arrest of a 25-year-old Arcadia man following an investigation into a domestic incident. Robert N. Wells, 25, of Arcadia was charged with Harassment in the Second Degree, Unlawful Imprisonment and Endangering the Welfare of a Child following the investigation of a domestic dispute that had occurred earlier in the morning hours. It is... more

UPDATE: Missing Arcadia teen located in Texas

Published: 04/27/2018 @ 08:00 am

In an update on Monday, Wayne County Sheriff Barry Virts reported that the missing Arcadia teen, who was last seen in Newark — had been located in Fort Worth, Texas. She is in police custody, according to deputies. Virts thanked everyone for their efforts, and noted that the teen would be reconnected with her family in the coming days. This... more

State Police: Lyons man faces felony drug charges after investigation

Published: 04/25/2018 @ 08:00 am

State Police arrested a 24-year-old Lyons man on felony drug charges after an investigation in Wayne County. Jorie N. Cruz, 24, was charged with third-degree criminal possession of a controlled substance, fourth-degree criminal possession of a controlled substance, second-degree criminal use of drug paraphernalia, and unlawful possession of marijuana. Police say that Cruz was arraigned in Arcadia Town Court on... more

Plaza with Newark Walmart up for auction

Published: 03/19/2018 @ 08:00 am

Real estate auctions traditionally are reserved for properties under foreclosure through banks or governments. However, relatively high-performing commercial properties can now be found on the auction block — and that’s exactly what’s happening in this Wayne County village. A company called Newark Plaza LLC is auctioning off the Arcadia Shopping Center, which includes a Walmart Supercenter and a number of... more

Domestic incident leads to charges for Arcadia man

Published: 03/08/2018 @ 10:00 am

The Wayne County Sheriff’s Office reports the arrest of an Arcadia man following the investigation of a domestic incident. Adam C. Nedvesky, 33, of Arcadia was arrested on a warrant following a domestic incident, where he allegedly broke several items while in the presence of a young child. He was charged with endangering the welfare of a child and third-degree... more

Arcadia Shopping Center up for auction

Published: 03/11/2018 @ 09:00 am

The Arcadia Shopping Center, located on Route 31 East in Newark, is on the auction block. The plaza contains the Walmart Superstore, out buildings and the large building west of the Walmart that includes Metro Mattress, the Dollar Tree and Tractor Supply among others. The current owner, Newark Plaza LLC, believed to be located in Rochester, is asking for an... more

Red Creek man had drugs, gun during traffic stop; faces multiple felony charges

Published: 02/07/2018 @ 10:00 am

Wayne County Sheriff Barry Virts reports that a Red Creek man was arrested on multiple felony drug and weapon charges following a traffic stop in Newark. Clayton Reed, 58, of Red Creek was observed passing a Wayne County Deputy while in their patrol vehicle, and a plow truck, in a No Passing Zone on Arcadia Zurich Norris Road. Due to... more

Wayne County deputy honored as ‘Deputy of the Year’ by NYS Sheriffs’ Institute

Published: 01/31/2018 @ 10:00 am

Deputy Thomas Munzert of the Wayne County Sheriff’s Office has been named 2018 Deputy of the Year by the NYS Sheriffs’ Institute. Wayne County Sheriff Barry Virts nominated Deputy Munzert for this well-deserved recognition. Deputy Munzert received the award at the NYS Sheriffs’ Institute’s Annual Awards Luncheon at The Desmond in Albany last week. Established in 1977, the Deputy of... more

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