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Coverage dated September 28, 2026

Eastview Mall lenders accuse Victor of ‘debt evasion scheme’ ahead of public hearing

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VICTOR, N.Y. (WROC) — The lenders behind Eastview Mall’s $210 million mortgage are pushing back against the Town of Victor’s eminent domain effort, accusing town officials and mall owner Wilmorite of using the process to sidestep the mall’s debt.

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  1. Rochester First

    Eastview Mall lenders accuse Victor of ‘debt evasion scheme’ ahead of public hearing (opens Rochester First)

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    VICTOR, N.Y. (WROC) — The lenders behind Eastview Mall’s $210 million mortgage are pushing back against the Town of Victor’s eminent domain effort, accusing town officials and mall owner Wilmorite of using the process to sidestep the mall’s debt.

  2. WHEC Rochester

    Eminent domain at Eastview: Is it protecting mall’s future or working to evade debt? (opens WHEC Rochester)

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    VICTOR, N.Y. — Is Eastview Mall changing hands? The answer is not simple, amid a brewing dispute between the lender, the owner and the town. The Town of Victor plans to take ownership of part of Eastview Mall and nearby commercial space through eminent domain as foreclosure looms.