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Newark Rose Mural Reflecting on Erie Canal in Wayne County (photo)

Published: 08/21/2018 @ 08:00 am

On Sunday under the early morning sun, the recently painted Rose Mural on the Newark North Main Street bridge abutment reflected brilliantly on the Erie Canal. Newark was once considered the rose capital of the world. Photo by Robert A. Stopper. more

Wayne County doctor pleads guilty, faces 60 years in prison

Published: 08/14/2018 @ 08:00 am

A former Wayne County doctor pleaded guilty to three counts of receiving child pornography in federal court on Tuesday. Dr. David Blasczak,69, of Newark faces a maximum combined penalty of 60 years in prison and a $250,000 fine. Federal prosecutors say Blasczak bought thousands of sexually explicit images of children through a website hosted out of India they’re calling “website... more

Village of Newark thanks Eleanor Palermo for 15 years of service as Deputy Clerk/Treasurer

Published: 08/15/2018 @ 08:00 am

The Village of Newark would like to thank Eleanor Palermo for her 15 years of service as the Deputy Clerk/Treasurer. What started out as a part time job originally, evolved to where she was responsible for all aspects of payroll, assisting in the administration of employment benefits, receiving and processing cash receipts, managing front desk services and answering incoming calls... more

Community Garden is in Bloom in Wayne County (photo)

Published: 08/16/2018 @ 08:00 am

The Newark Community Garden, joint project of Newark Rotary, Foodlink, Catholic Charities and the Newark School District, has survived this summer’s hot weather and is offering up numerous varieties of vegetables for the families that adopted plots. The garden is located adjacent to Perkins Park and the C.H. Perkins Elementary School. Photo by John Zornow. more

Village of Newark named finalist in $10M ‘Downtown Revitalization Initiative’

Published: 06/09/2018 @ 08:00 am

Village of Newark named finalist in M ‘Downtown Revitalization Initiative’

The Village of Newark announced on Friday that it has advanced as a finalist to the next round of Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s Downtown Revitalization Initiative, a statewide competition in which one winner in each of the state’s 10 Regional Economic Development Council’s will receive $10 million in State funding for local development. The Village of Newark submitted an application titled... more

Deputies: Newark teen kicked, punched female in head causing injury

Published: 06/10/2018 @ 08:00 am

A Newark teen was arrested on an assault charge after punching and kicking a female victim, according to deputies. Devyn R. Page, 16, of Newark was charged with third-degree assault and endangering the welfare of a child. Deputies say he pulled the hair of a juvenile female, punched her in the face, and kicked her in the forehead – causing... more

Laurel House 5K a massive hit

Published: 06/11/2018 @ 08:00 am

The 2018 Laurel House third annual 5K race challenged all involved, as downtown construction forced the adoption of a new route. Weather was ideal, and over 327 were registered to participate in the June 9 event to support to support the Laurel House Comfort Care Home. A score of volunteers arrived at 6:30 a.m. to set up for the morning’s... more

Big Dan the Diamond Guy at Colburn Park in Newark

Published: 06/29/2018 @ 08:00 am

When someone outside the county hears the name Dan Wilkinson, they may think of a man once called “Big Daddy,” a 6’4’’ defensive tackle drafted first overall by the Cincinnati Bengals in 1994. But around these parts, particularly in Newark, you’re likely not thinking about the big man from “The” Ohio State University, but rather, “Big Dan,” who also spent... more

Crash under investigation on Rt. 31 in Wayne Co.

Published: 06/30/2018 @ 08:00 am

An investigation is underway into a crash that happened on Route 31 in Wayne County on Friday. The accident happened near Canalside Drive in Port Gibson, between Palmyra and Newark. Reports indicate that one person may have been airlifted from the scene, but no official confirmation has come down from the Wayne County Sheriff’s Office, or New York State Police.... more

Taste of Wayne County coming to Newark on July 17th

Published: 07/03/2018 @ 08:00 am

The Wayne County IDA is joining the Village of Newark, Greater Newark Chamber of Commerce, and Wayne County Farm Bureau to host Taste of Wayne County for a second year. The outdoor event will be held on Tuesday, July 17, 2018 from 4:30 to 8:30 PM along VanBuren Street from Main Street to East Avenue, and in the T. Spencer... more

Driver ticketed for failing to stop after three-car crash in Phelps

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

On Saturday around 9:41 am deputies responded to County Road 23 and Melvin Hill Road for the report of an accident with injuries. They say 45-year-old Kevin Chreptak, of Newark was operating a pickup truck, which was traveling eastbound on County Road 23 when 60-year-old Lydia Solla, of Geneva was stopped southbound on Melvin Hill Road, and pulled in front... more

Newark man airlifted after motorcycle loses grip on gravel along Rt. 14

Published: 07/16/2018 @ 08:00 am

Deputies say a 27-year-old Newark man was airlifted to Strong Memorial Hospital after a motorcycle accident on State Route 14 in the Town of Phelps on Saturday. The accident happened around 7:13 pm when Gregory G. Wild, 27, of Newark was making a turn on Route 14 near the 7-11 gas station, and lost control of the bike on loose... more

Newark downtown resurgence continues with ‘sweet’ addition

Published: 07/16/2018 @ 08:00 am

The locals lament the Newark of old, when this village — the commercial center of Wayne County — was home to blocks of stately two- and three-story buildings, most built in the 1800s. Those days, and those buildings, are mostly gone, victims of an ill-fated urban renewal effort four decades ago that left the village of about 9,300 without a... more

Parents arrested after DWI crash in Wayne Co.

Published: 07/16/2018 @ 08:00 am

The Wayne County Office of the Sheriff reported the arrests on Thursday (7/12) at 10 p.m. of a Newark couple following an investigation into a motor vehicle collision on Parker Road in the Town of Arcadia. The Sheriff’s Office responded to the area of Parker Road and Hyman Road where deputies discovered a 2003 Dodge Caravan driven by John R.... more

Macedon man airlifted after three-way crash near SR 96

Published: 07/21/2018 @ 08:00 am

Deputies say they were called to a multi-vehicle accident on County Road 6 near State Route 96 on Thursday around 9:26 am. They say Wayne A. Dunbar, 30, of Macedon entered Route 96 from County Road 6 – attempting to make a left turn and was struck by an SUV operated by Douglas C. Groover, 52, of Newark. Deputies say... more

Lyons man dead, another charged with manslaughter

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

State Troopers are investigating a fight that turned deadly in Lyons. It started as a fist fight at an apartment building on Water Street; and ended with a 2×4. Police say they were called to 43 Water Street in Lyons for an assault in progress. Witnesses told them that 32-year-old Martin Smallwood, from Lyons struck 42-year-old Camilo Robledo several times... more

Community garage sale along the Erie

Published: 07/23/2018 @ 08:00 am

Newark, Lyons, Clyde and Savannah will hold the “Treasures Along the Erie” Community Garage Sale on August 4th. You’ll find that treasure you have been searching for and so much more! Online maps/lists available after August 3rd at www.villageofnewark.com. Hard copies available day of sale at Newark Chamber of Commerce, 199 Van Buren Street and the Lyons Farmer’s Market. more

Suspect in Newark stabbing death offered plea deal

Published: 07/28/2018 @ 08:00 am

One of two suspects in the stabbing death of a Sodus High School senior last December is pondering a plea deal. Vaughn Gray, 19, of Newark, charged with first-degree murder, second-degree murder and first-degree robbery in the death of 17-year-old Zackary Dwello — along with fellow suspect Hunter Peck — has been offered a plea of first-degree manslaughter, with a... more

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