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Webster community, firefighters mark sixth anniversary of firefighter ambush

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Webster community, firefighters mark sixth anniversary of firefighter ambush
Driving down Lake Rd. in Webster never gets easier for firefighters like Al Sinkiewicz. “You drive by the scene down there, and you can’t help but flash back to what happened that day,” he said. He’s talking about the Christmas Eve tragedy in 2012, when a man set his own home on fire, and later shot at first responders. “It... more

Holiday shopping in full effect at Auburn college craft fair

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Holiday shopping in full effect at Auburn college craft fair
Holiday shopping was a success at this year’s 45th annual Holiday Craft Fair at Cayuga County Community College. Over 150 vendors from the Northeast pitched tables, claiming the space in CCC’s main entrance, gym and student lounge for the weekend An especially hearty turnout stopped by the fair Saturday. Ginny Kent, associate director of development and director of alumni affairs... more

Auburn’s Wall Street Church faces uncertain future

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Auburn’s Wall Street Church faces uncertain future
The steeple of the Wall Street Methodist Episcopal Church in Auburn has been a visible landmark in the city for more than 130 years. But, after being vacated in the early 2000s, the historic building has deteriorated enough to put its future in doubt. The church was recently placed on the Eight That Can’t Wait list by the Preservation Association... more

WEBER THIS WEEK: Emil Bove debates the Dog on proposed demolition of Huntington Building in Seneca Falls (podcast)

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WEBER THIS WEEK: Emil Bove debates the Dog on proposed demolition of Huntington Building in Seneca Falls (podcast)
The proposed demolition of the Huntington Building at 205 Fall Street in Seneca Falls has sparked discussion of historic preservation and economic development. Should it be demolished or should there be a reuse of the historic building? Emil Bove of Preserve Seneca Falls is in-studio to debate your host, Harold Weber, on the topic. . more

‘Tales of Old Trumansburg’ published posthumously

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‘Tales of Old Trumansburg’ published posthumously
Trumansburg historian and photographer Joe Baldwin, who died in October of last year, worked right up until the end of his life on a book about the place he loved most. “Tales of Old Trumansburg,” published posthumously, has just been released. The 255-page softbound book comprises a collection of Baldwin’s well-researched stories previously published in the membership newsletter of Ulysses... more

Experience Auburn’s First Friday event on December 7th

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Experience Auburn’s First Friday event on December 7th
Each venue offers their own spin on entertainment with free admission & refreshments, food & beverage specials and discounted merchandise to contribute to this monthly community celebration. Activities include exhibit receptions, art making & live music. First Friday is organized by Downtown Auburn BID & Auburn’s Historic & Cultural Sites Commission. TASTING at Auburn Discount Liquor Time: 3PM – 6PM... more

It’s A Wonderful Life Weekend in Seneca Falls (full schedule)

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Seneca Falls transforms next weekend into Bedford Falls (full schedule)
It might be one of the most-identifiable celebratory weekends in the Finger Lakes. This weekend the Town of Seneca Falls will be transformed into Bedford Falls, based on the 1946 film ‘It’s a Wonderful Life’. The weekend festival, which features a number of events, including one of the region’s biggest foot races — is a blockbuster for the Town —... more

A nostalgic look back as Waterloo’s Real Christmas celebrates 25 years (video)

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A nostalgic look back as Waterloo’s Real Christmas celebrates 25 years (video)
On Friday night, Dave and Darlene Duprey released a video to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Real Christmas in Waterloo and honor Jean & Ed Nelson for their role in it’s creation. They tell the story of the event through the years with many of the past participants included in either video or photographs.  . more

Celebrating veterans at school in Newark

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Celebrating veterans at school in Newark
The 15th annual salute to servicemen, servicewomen and veterans at Kelley School November 9th was truly another wonderful tribute this year to those who have served this country and those who are currently serving. It began in the cafeteria with veterans and active duty military personnel enjoying breakfast with school children related to them at patriotically-decorated tables. A moving assembly... more

Local residents react to Hill Cumorah Pageant ending in 2020

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Local residents react to Hill Cumorah Pageant ending in 2020
The famed Hill Cumorah Pageant is set to end after its 2020 season, according to Pageant officials. The announcement was made on Saturday. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints said several pageants produced by the Church will be either modified or ended, including its flagship pageant in Palmyra. According to Pageant officials, Church officials listed several factors which... more

WEEKEND EVENTS: Plenty going on in the Finger Lakes October 12th – 14th

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WEEKEND EVENTS: Plenty going on in the Finger Lakes October 12th – 14th
Now that we are officially in the month of October, the temperature is dropping and the leaves are changing colors which means it’s that time of year again for haunted houses, pumpkin patches, apple picking and much more! Listed below are a few of the many events taking place this weekend around the Finger Lakes region for your friends and... more

Sheriff announces local resources as DV awareness month begins

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Sheriff announces local resources as DV awareness month begins
October is upon us, and coast to coast domestic violence is getting a closer look. Cayuga County Sheriff Dave Gould says October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and reminds everyone of some resources. According to Sheriff Gould, one tool is the website sheriff-assist.org. It allows victims of domestic abuse to sign up for notifications about orders of protection, or... more

Girl Scouts hold Women’s Rights Convention this weekend in Seneca Falls

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Girl Scouts hold Women’s Rights Convention this weekend in Seneca Falls
WHAT: Carrying the Torch: Girl Scout Convention on Women’s Rights in Seneca Falls, N.Y., location of first women’s rights convention in 1848 Second annual collaboration between Girl Scouts of NYPENN Pathways, Women’s Rights National Historical Park, National Women’s Hall of Fame and Friends of Women’s Rights National Historical Park commemorates 101st anniversary of women’s suffrage in New York State while... more

Former Columbine principal talks kindness, understanding at Weedsport

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Former Columbine principal talks kindness, understanding at Weedsport
Frank DeAngelis said there is not a single day that goes by where the 13 people killed at the Columbine High School shooting don’t enter his thoughts. DeAngelis, who was the principal at the time of the 1999 shooting, spoke to a crowd of over 45 people at Weedsport Junior-Senior High School Wednesday. He began his presentation by showing the... more
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