Owasco’s Independence Day party brings out the red, white and blue

Published: 07/05/2017 @ 04:00 am

Firetrucks, a cake wheel, chicken barbecue, music and plenty of patriotism are the cornerstones that make up the Owasco Fire Department Fourth of July Parade and Field Day. And Tuesday wasn’t any different — the annual event drew hundreds to the department’s Owasco Road lawn to celebrate the birth of their country under a sunny summer sky. “It just isn’t... more

Play Space in Auburn to be site of kindergarten readiness events

Published: 07/05/2017 @ 04:00 am

ABC Cayuga will host three evening events, Countdown to Kindergarten Readiness, at its downtown Auburn Play Space in July. Taking place from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Thursdays, July 13 and 20, and Tuesday, July 25, the events will help children meet other children and practice social skills and problem-solving while parents learn about making a smooth transition to kindergarten. Healthy... more

Geneva Night Out changes its focus

Published: 07/05/2017 @ 04:00 am

The group founded to help revitalize downtown by celebrating the city’s arts and music scene said its approach is getting a facelift. The new focus, said the group, is borne not out of downtown’s failure but rather, out of its success. Saying “downtown Geneva is a very different place” than it was when Geneva Night Out began four years ago,... more

Waterloo school district honors teacher for long career

Published: 06/28/2017 @ 04:00 am

Henry Landschoot arrived to teach middle school mathematics in Waterloo in September 1969. He was 21 years old and fresh out of college. Monday, the 69-year-old Landschoot was honored with a plaque and words of thanks for a 48-year career that has come to an end. “I loved it very much. I enjoyed the kids, the staff and the administrators... more

FLX WEEKLY: Holiday summer weekend ahead in the Finger Lakes (podcast)

Published: 06/28/2017 @ 04:00 am

With the slow start to the weather this season it is hard to believe June is coming to a close and Fourth of July weekend is here in the Finger Lakes. Join Jessica Lahr and the FL1 Staff for a look ahead at the extended holiday weekend, this week’s top local news stories and the top photos from across the... more

Graduating students receive scholarships from Seneca Meadows

Published: 06/28/2017 @ 04:00 am

For 14 years, Seneca Meadows has awarded scholarships to graduating seniors from each of the four school districts in Seneca County. Those schools include Mynderse Academy, Romulus Central School, South Seneca Central School, and Waterloo Central School. The recipients were selected by the respective school awards committees, and the committees chose outstanding students who have chosen to further their education... more

Inspiring bike journey stops in Wayne County

Published: 06/29/2017 @ 04:00 am

A 370-mile bike ride along the 370-mile Erie Canalway Trail looks to highlight the contributions of people with disabilities in the workplace. John Robinson and Doug Hamlin began their fifth annual Journey Along the Erie Canal, a 12-day bicycle ride across upstate New York on Monday. The two are partners in Glenmont-based Our Ability, a network of consulting, public speaking,... more

EXCLUSIVE: Staying a night at del Lago’s brand new hotel (review)

Published: 06/29/2017 @ 04:00 am

Physical details are in perfect order. The del Lago Resort & Casino now features a 205 room hotel located off Exit 41 of the New York State Thruway in Tyre. On July 1st the hotel will open it’s doors for to the public. The hotel held a ‘soft opening’ for a limited number of guests on Wednesday. It highlighted the... more

Lloyd J. Schwartz to debut new play on life of Dr. Mary Walker in Seneca Falls (video)

Published: 06/29/2017 @ 04:00 am

Lloyd J. Schwartz has an extensive career in all media. At the age of 25, he was the youngest producer in network television. He and his father, Sherwood Schwartz (the creator of “The Brady Bunch”) were one of the only father-son producing teams in television. Since then, he has have written and directed historical plays about Teddy Roosevelt, Woodrow Wilson... more

Geneva Reads and Geneva Public Library present volunteer recognition awards

Published: 06/30/2017 @ 04:00 am

Geneva Public Library and Geneva Reads honored six local residents at a joint Volunteer Recognition Social earlier this spring at the library. Presentations to the honorees were part of an evening that included a meal prepared by library employees and Geneva Reads board members to thank their volunteers; a Bingo icebreaker; and a special library-related “Family Feud” game created by... more

Cato Hotel reopens as country rock restaurant

Published: 06/30/2017 @ 04:00 am

On May 18, 2017, the Cato Hotel made a post on Facebook: “Who wants to see the doors reopen at The Cato Hotel?” it said. Built in 1876, the historic site had originally opened its doors as a hotel on West Main Street and, over the next century, it served as a popular gathering place for locals and travelers. But... more

Geneva Community Projects takes a seat along Seneca Lake

Published: 06/30/2017 @ 04:00 am

A local nonprofit is encouraging the community to take a seat and enjoy Seneca Lake … from a brand-new Adirondack chair. It’s a fundraiser by Geneva Community Projects, which is partnering with the city of Geneva and Sensenig’s Landscape Supply to install 13 Adirondack chairs along the newly renovated Lakeside Park. Members of the community can sponsor the chairs. “We... more

Still drying out, fireworks postponed in Sodus Point

Published: 07/01/2017 @ 04:00 am

This is a crucial 4th of July weekend in Sodus Point as businesses look to make up for revenue lost from all of the spring flooding, but the holiday weekend will be different this year. The Village will not hold the car parade, and fireworks are postponed until September 2, during Labor Day weekend. “Normally on a 4th of July... more

VoteTilla to get a Taste of Wayne County at Newark event

Published: 07/03/2017 @ 04:00 am

The VoteTilla will arrive in Wayne County on Monday, July 17th as part of a week-long navigational celebrating 100 years of women’s voices and votes in New York State that will take place along the Erie Canal. With a core of five rented, 10-passenger, canal packet boats, VoteTilla will set out from Seneca Falls and travel to Rochester, finishing the... more

Local lawyer hosts Summer Bash to benefit Unity House of Cayuga County

Published: 07/03/2017 @ 04:00 am

A day after heavy rains caused major flooding across Cayuga County, Andy Cuddy had beautiful weather at his Auburn home to host the Unity House of Cayuga County’s 40th birthday celebration. Cuddy, the vice president of the Unity House board of directors and founder of the special education law firm Cuddy Law Firm, hosted the party as his home on... more

Cayuga County landlords clean up Seminary Park

Published: 07/03/2017 @ 04:00 am

Auburn’s Seminary Park got a face lift Sunday afternoon thanks to some local landlords. Members of the Cayuga County Landlords Association came together to clean up the playground area at Seminary Park, located at 72 Seymour St. They pulled weeds, cut the grass and put down a layer of mulch around the playground. “It’s been a long time since anything... more

Sodus Point celebrates 4th of July despite flooding

Published: 07/03/2017 @ 04:00 am

The village of Sodus Point is not having its usual 4th of July celebration, but neighbors are celebrating the holiday nonetheless. The Sodus Point lighthouse museum held its independence extravaganza on Sunday. The celebration included a race, a pancake breakfast and a concert from Gap Mangione. Because of the recent flooding, Sodus Point will not hold its parade and fireworks... more

Muranda Cheese Company unveiling new event barn this weekend

Published: 06/22/2017 @ 04:00 am

A barn built in 1891 is getting ready to see new use, as Muranda Cheese Company is set to hold an “Open Barn” event this weekend. The barn will be available to rent for weddings, parties and other events. Originally built by the Pratt brothers of Waterloo in 1891 – the structure was owned by Lynn Shaffer. The Reginald barn... more

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