7+ mon, 4+ week ago (156+ words) About 150 students, parents, and community members gathered at Newark High School on March 19 for a colorful, hands-on Family Art Night, according to organizers. Hosted by the Newark Visual & Media Arts Department and the NHS Art Club, the event featured interactive stations like hat design, canvas painting, Shrinky Dinks, and a mural project.MoreFamily Art Night draws big crowd in Newark About 150 students, parents, and community members gathered at Newark High School on March 19 for a colorful, hands-on Family Art Night, according to organizers. Hosted by the Newark Visual & Media Arts Department and the NHS Art Club, the event featured interactive stations like hat design, canvas painting, Shrinky Dinks, and a mural project. The goal: spark creativity, strengthen family bonds, and celebrate art in a relaxed setting. Funded by a 21st Century grant, the night was praised by parents and staff alike…...

1+ mon, 2+ week ago (191+ words) Local residents who want to make a difference in kids" lives are invited to a special event hosted by the Kiwanis Club of Newark. The club will hold a membership mixer on Tuesday, Oct. 21 at 6 p.m. at Parker"s Grille and Taproom, located at 206 S. Main Street in Newark. Light appetizers will be served. The event is open to anyone interested in helping local children, connecting with community-minded neighbors, and learning more about the club"s service projects. "The Kiwanis Club of Newark helps children in our community by collecting school supplies, donating gift cards to teachers, and supporting St. Mark"s baby closet," said club president Roberta Colacino. "One of our highlights is the annual Christmas program that provides gift boxes for migrant children." The club also sponsors an Aktion Club, which offers service opportunities for adults with disabilities. "This mixer…...

5+ mon, 2+ week ago (218+ words) The Newark Garden Club has launched a renovation of its Memorial Garden near the East Avenue Bridge along the canal, aiming to enhance the space with pollinator-friendly plants. The project is supported by a grant from the 7th District Garden Clubs of New York, which is funding the purchase of new plantings designed to attract'MoreNewark Garden Club begins canalside garden renovation Newark Garden Club begins canalside garden renovation The Newark Garden Club has launched a renovation of its Memorial Garden near the East Avenue Bridge along the canal, aiming to enhance the space with pollinator-friendly plants. The project is supported by a grant from the 7th District Garden Clubs of New York, which is funding the purchase of new plantings designed to attract bees, butterflies, and other pollinators. "The Village of Newark is fortunate to have such an active and talented garden…...

8+ mon, 1+ week ago (188+ words) More than 200 student musicians from grades 4 through 12 came together on March 6 for the Newark Central School District's "Cavalcade of Bands" concert, filling the high school gym with music and energy. The event featured performances from the NHS Concert Band and Wind Ensemble, Kelley School's 4th and 5th Grade Bands, and the'MoreNewark student musicians shine at annual concert Newark student musicians shine at annual concert More than 200 student musicians from grades 4 through 12 came together on March 6 for the Newark Central School District's "Cavalcade of Bands" concert, filling the high school gym with music and energy. The event featured performances from the NHS Concert Band and Wind Ensemble, Kelley School's 4th and 5th Grade Bands, and the Newark Middle School bands, each led by their respective music teachers. Every group performed two selections, showcasing a range of skill levels and growth. FingerLakes1.com is the region's leading…...

4+ mon, 2+ week ago (261+ words) A stretch of Wayne County communities along the Erie Canal will once again turn into a treasure hunter's paradise when Newark, Lyons, Clyde and Savannah host the "Treasures Along the Erie" community garage sale on Saturday, August 1, 2026. Dozens of households and businesses across the four communities will take part in the day-long event,More'Treasures Along the Erie' garage sale returns August 1 in Newark, Lyons, Clyde and Savannah 'Treasures Along the Erie' garage sale returns August 1 in Newark, Lyons, Clyde and Savannah A stretch of Wayne County communities along the Erie Canal will once again turn into a treasure hunter's paradise when Newark, Lyons, Clyde and Savannah host the "Treasures Along the Erie" community garage sale on Saturday, August 1, 2026. Dozens of households and businesses across the four communities will take part in the day-long event, which offers everything from antiques and…...

1+ mon, 3+ week ago (310+ words) The Village of Newark is getting into the spooky spirit with a community-wide Halloween Display Contest " and residents who decorate could walk away with a basket of holiday treats. Locals are encouraged to get creative and show off their Halloween spirit by decorating the outside of their homes. Once their display is complete, they'MoreNewark launches Halloween display contest for residents Newark launches Halloween display contest for residents The Village of Newark is getting into the spooky spirit with a community-wide Halloween Display Contest " and residents who decorate could walk away with a basket of holiday treats. Locals are encouraged to get creative and show off their Halloween spirit by decorating the outside of their homes. Once their display is complete, they can enter the contest by calling 315-331-4770 ext. 106 between October 22 and October 29. Registration must be completed by noon on October…...

1+ mon, 3+ week ago (265+ words) Thursday night brought a lighter Wayne-Finger Lakes fall sports slate, but the action didn't disappoint. In Wayne County, Newark boys soccer stunned Mynderse, handing the Blue Devils just their second loss of the season. On the volleyball court, Bloomfield stayed perfect, sweeping Geneva in straight sets to move to 11-0. Check out all the scores, stats, and next slate of games below. Naples (11-0) 9Waterloo (0-9) 0 NAP: Connor Betrus (2g); Isaac Ward (2g); Oscar Austin (1g, 2a); Robert Cowell (1g); Aaron Hall (1g); Maddox Mannella (1g, 2a); Finlay Webster (1g) Mynderse (11-2) 1Newark (5-5-1) 3 Lima Christian (2-7)HAC (3-8)4:30 p.m. Southern CayugaRed Creek (1-10)7 p.m. Newark/Lyons (3-6) 2Midlakes (3-9-1) 1 East Rochester (4-5-1) 7Sodus (0-11) 0 WIL: Lauren Schmeelk (3g); Natalie Karasinski (1g); Haeden Wing (1g) Southern Cayuga Red Creek (6-3-1)5 p.m. Penn Yan (8-1)Marcus Whitman (5-5-2)5 p.m. HAC (10-1) 3Greece Odyssey/Olympia (1-9) 1 Set 1: 25-14Set 2: 25-22 (GO/O)Set 3: 25-17Set 4: 25-6 Geneva (5-7) 0Bloomfield (11-0) 3 Set 1: 25-15Set 2: 25-16Set 3: 25-11 Midlakes (7-2)Newark (1-6)No score was provided. South Seneca/Romulus (7-4) 0Waterloo (7-4) 3 Set 1: 25-8Set 2: 25-20Set 3: 25-18 Sodus (1-8)Lyons (9-1)6:15 p.m. Mynderse (3-9)Penn Yan (1-9)6:30 p.m....

6+ mon, 1+ day ago (276+ words) The Village of Newark's Planning Board and Zoning Board of Appeals will soon hold meetings to consider proposed site changes at a local Walmart property on Route 31 East. The Planning Board will meet on June 2 at 6:30 p.m., and the Zoning Board of Appeals will convene on June 9 at 6:30 p.m. Both'MoreNewark boards to review Walmart site changes Newark boards to review Walmart site changes The Village of Newark's Planning Board and Zoning Board of Appeals will soon hold meetings to consider proposed site changes at a local Walmart property on Route 31 East. The Planning Board will meet on June 2 at 6:30 p.m., and the Zoning Board of Appeals will convene on June 9 at 6:30 p.m. Both meetings will be held in the Village Court Room at the Newark Municipal Building, 100 East Miller Street. The project, filed under PJ #A25-0004, involves proposed modifications at 6788 Route 31 East. Justin Lattierre of…...

10+ mon, 4+ week ago (389+ words) The last high school basketball games of 2024 were played Monday night. Highlights included the Mynderse boys securing their third consecutive victory against Bloomfield, while the Newark girls earned their second straight win over Central Valley. Check out the scores, stats, and Friday's matchups below. Mynderse (4-3) 58Bloomfield (3-4) 42 MYN: Anthony Luffman 16 pts; Jack Brady 15 pts; Griffin Hilimire 11 pts; Alam Plummer 10 pts BLM: Braedon Smith 14 pts; Sean Totton 13 pts; Caleb Beadnell 7 pts; Grady Rogers 6 pts Tink McVean Memorial Christmas Tournament at KeshequaWarsaw (3-4) 40Honeoye (4-1) 73 WAR: Brayden Merritt 13 pts; David Shute 8 pts; Logan Sundt 6 pts; Jake McEntire 6 pts HON: Landon Washburn 23 pts; Owen Reynolds 16 pts; Dylan Washburn 11 pts; Braiden Schneider 8 pts; Dylan Abrams 6 pts; Owen Cuba 6 pts World of Inquiry Marcus Whitman (5-1)1:30 p.m. Bishop Kearney East Rochester (6-0)3 p.m. Tournament at Williamson High SchoolHAC (1-3)North Rose-Wolcott (1-6)4 p.m Tournament at Williamson High SchoolSouth Seneca (6-0)Willamson (1-5)5:30 p.m. Tournament at Haverling High School Corning…...

11+ mon, 1+ week ago (254+ words) FingerLakes1.com is the region's leading all-digital news publication. The company was founded in 1998 and has been keeping residents informed for more than two decades. Have a lead? Send it to [email protected]. Newark Village Board to hold meeting tonight; public hearings on fire protection and parking changes The Village of Newark Board will hold its final meeting of 2024 tonight at 6:00 p.m. in the Municipal Building's second-floor courtroom. The agenda features several key discussions, including two public hearings and the swearing-in of new trustees. The first public hearing at 6:10 p.m. will consider a fire protection contract with the Town of Arcadia for 2025, valued at $65,280. The second hearing at 6:20 p.m. will focus on a proposed local law to amend parking regulations, specifically prohibiting parking within five feet of alley or driveway entrances and in the area between sidewalks and streets. The board will also recognize Eagle…...