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Skaneateles dietician, nonprofit to hold 2nd women’s wellness event
July 31, 2026, 8:45 pm | Source
The event will bring regional and national figures in the beauty and wellness industry to share their knowledge and connect with the Skaneateles community.
United Way of Cayuga County to hold annual hygiene item drive
July 30, 2026, 11:00 am | Source
The United Way of Cayuga County will hold its annual Personal Care Drive beginning Aug. 6.
International run to shine 'Peace Torch' in Cayuga County
July 30, 2026, 8:45 am | Source
Port Byron and Weedsport will welcome a longstanding international event on Wednesday, Aug. 5.
Auburn insurance agency owner on her longevity, new office: 'We believe in this area'
July 30, 2026, 8:45 am | Source
Our Citizen of the Month for July is the owner of a longtime Auburn insurance agency who loves helping her clients and supporting her community.
$40K NYS grant will support bird area near Montezuma
July 28, 2026, 11:00 am | Source
A state grant of almost $40,000 will go toward invasive species management in the Cayuga County area.
Boat catches fire, sinks in Cayuga Lake near Aurora
July 27, 2026, 11:25 pm | Source
No one was hurt.
'A total overhaul': Auburn-area sports center to add turf, pickleball with $4M renovation
July 27, 2026, 8:45 am | Source
The nonprofit, originally formed as a gymnastics organization for male athletes in 1983, now offers tennis, wrestling, dance and other programs.
Poll: Do you miss downtown Auburn's street festivals?
July 26, 2026, 12:00 pm | Source
With results from last week's poll: How much did the recent wildfire smoke mess up your week?
'Our hero': Longtime Cayuga County town supervisor, veteran remembered
July 26, 2026, 8:45 am | Source
He prioritized the environment, education and community collaboration in all his roles.
‘Here for the deals’: Hundreds stop at Route 90 Garage Sale for hidden treasures
July 26, 2026, 8:30 am | Source
The garage sale stretched 50 miles from Montezuma to Homer, and multiple stops in Cayuga County offered vintage collectibles, food stalls, and handmade artisan pieces.
Health department announces more hydrilla treatment plans for Cayuga Lake
July 24, 2026, 7:15 pm | Source
The treatment will take 10 weeks.
Auburn police looking for missing juvenile from Cayuga Centers
July 24, 2026, 6:57 pm | Source
La'Meir Holmes is 14 years old, 5 feet tall and about 87 pounds, and was last seen wearing a black shirt, tan shorts and black sneakers. Anyone with information is asked to call (315) 255-4703 or email [email protected].
Column: Climate change, wildfires and cyanobacteria are connected challenges
July 24, 2026, 9:15 am | Source
Climate change is affecting ecosystems across the globe in many interconnected ways. While rising global temperatures are widely recognized for increasing the frequency and intensity of wildfires, they also contribute to another serious environmental problem: lake eutrophication and the growth…
Auburn launches survey for comprehensive plan
July 23, 2026, 10:00 am | Source
The city of Auburn has launched a community survey for its Smart Growth Comprehensive Plan.
Why Cayuga County bookstores are thriving despite Amazon, the literacy crisis
July 23, 2026, 8:30 am | Source
"We have been packed for almost every day that we've been open.”
Tradition becomes trauma: Auburn family, Black community reflect on block party murder
July 22, 2026, 8:45 am | Source
The family and the community agreed that the tragic loss has become strongly tethered to the event, and it would be too painful to continue this year.
Group sues NYS over Cayuga County wind project
July 22, 2026, 8:15 am | Source
The group seeks a hearing on issues it raised about the project, and a halt on its progress until one can be held.
Police ID man who drowned last week in Fair Haven
July 21, 2026, 2:40 pm | Source
The man, 70, was from the area.
ATV rider airlifted to hospital after accident in Cayuga County
July 21, 2026, 12:17 am | Source
Another rider was taken to a hospital by ambulance.
City of Auburn, YMCA add 5 days to Casey Park pool schedule
July 20, 2026, 9:25 pm | Source
The Casey Park pool in Auburn has added a few more days of reprieve from the summer heat.
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