NAACP to honor Greco, Fratto at Freedom Fund dinner

Published: 09/22/2017 @ 04:00 am

John Greco, currently the longest-serving City Council member, and well-known local businessman Ralph Fratto will be honored for their civic service at the 36th annual Geneva Area Branch of the NAACP Freedom Fund dinner later this month at Club 86. Greco, who has served as Ward 6 Councilor since 1994, and Fratto, founder of Geneva Granite Co., will be honored... more

Hillary Clinton recalls visit to Auburn in new book, ‘What Happened’

Published: 09/14/2017 @ 04:00 am

In her new book recounting the 2016 presidential campaign, former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton shares a story from an earlier period of her life: One of her visits to the Harriet Tubman Home in Auburn. Clinton’s book, “What Happened,” was released Tuesday. On the page before the author’s note she wrote is a quote that’s attributed to Tubman. “If... more

WEBCAST REPLAY: 26th National Women’s Hall of Fame Induction

Published: 09/15/2017 @ 04:00 am

In celebration of the 100th year anniversary of Women’s Right to Vote in New York State, The National Women’s Hall of Fame will host a weekend celebrating the achievements of American Women in the birthplace of the Women’s Rights movement in the U.S. The highlight of the weekend is the induction of ten women for their historic achievement into the... more

N.R. Boyce celebrates 100 years in Ovid

Published: 09/18/2017 @ 04:00 am

When N.R. Boyce opened his brand new Ford dealership in 1917 selling the Model T, he likely never imagined his business staying in the family and going strong 100 years later. That’s exactly what has happened however! Today, the third oldest Ford dealership in the state and one of only 32 to hit the century mark in the nation is... more

Full-scale working replica of an 1862 canal schooner will visit Newark

Published: 08/29/2017 @ 04:00 am

Lois McClure, a full-scale working replica of an 1862 canal schooner will be visiting Newark! On Saturday, September 2nd and Sunday, September 3rd visitors may tour Lois McClure from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. This beautiful vessel was constructed over a three year period by Lake Champlain Maritime Museum and was launched in 2004, bringing the rich history of the... more

Riley: Looking back at a Port Byron drug store

Published: 08/19/2017 @ 04:00 am

I always enjoy how a photograph can lead you down a path to learning new and fun things. In the Blake file of the collection at the historical society, I found a photo of the Port Byron Drugstore. The photo gives us a nice close-up look at the men and if you look carefully, you can see what drug stores... more

Induction into National Women’s HOF set for September 16th

Published: 08/16/2017 @ 04:00 am

In celebration of the 100th year anniversary of Women’s Right to Vote in New York, The National Women’s Hall of Fame will host a weekend celebrating the achievements of American Women in the birthplace of the Women’s Rights movement in the U.S. The highlight of the weekend is the induction of ten women for their historic achievement into the Hall... more

Sauerkraut Weekend continues with fireworks tonight in Phelps

Published: 08/05/2017 @ 04:00 am

Despite less than perfect weather, the Phelps Sauerkraut Weekend kicked off its 47th year August 4th with an afternoon of activities for the entire family. The cabbage head decorating contest brought in several creative entries with first place going to Lily Westcott in the 6 to 8 age range with her Minnie Mouse creation. The day also included food and... more

Sauerkraut Weekend continues with fireworks tonight in Phelps

Published: 08/05/2017 @ 04:00 am

Family donates century-old, 20-ton caboose to Sterling Historical Society

Published: 07/29/2017 @ 04:00 am

For the past 35 years, the Ukleya family’s home has been hard to miss. Nestled along Route 34 in the town of Hannibal, Joseph and Loretta Ukleya raised their three children — Marcia, Amy and Tom — in a humble one-story house. But it’s what was beside the house that made drivers stop and stare: a big red caboose. Since... more

Skaneateles boat show draws boaters from around the country

Published: 07/31/2017 @ 04:00 am

Dave Blum owns 13 boats and 13 dogs. He brought one of his boats, a 12-foot 1956 Penn Yan Swift, and three of his dogs, all English Setters, to the 39th annual Antique and Classic Boat Show Sunday in Skaneateles. Blum, who made the trip to the Finger Lakes region from Bergen, New York, said most of the boats he... more

HIGHLIGHTS: Convention Days Weekend in Seneca Falls (video)

Published: 07/19/2017 @ 04:00 am

Check out video highlights from the 2017 Convention Days Weekend events held in Seneca Falls on last weekend, July 13 – 16th, in the birthplace of the women’s rights movement and the site of the 1848 Convention… . more

JUST SAYING: Erie Canal celebrating milestone with many others

Published: 07/10/2017 @ 04:00 am

First, in May 2017 many people enjoy watching the Genesee Beer Tanks arrive through many communities on the Erie Canal from the Hudson to Rochester, NY. What an experience that will be talked about for many years. It brought community people together to enjoy not only the experience, but enjoying a fun day with friends and new friends. June, July... more

Taste of Wayne County, VoteTilla draws over 800 to Newark

Published: 07/19/2017 @ 04:00 am

Organizers are still counting, but it’s anticipated that over 800 people attended the first ever Taste of Wayne County event as Newark welcomed the VoteTilla to the village yesterday afternoon, July 18th. “It was successful beyond our imagination,” Mayor Jonathan Taylor said, adding, “Absolutely!” when asked if they will hold the event again next year. The event brought vendors from... more

Lyons Peppermint Days draws huge crowds

Published: 07/16/2017 @ 04:00 am

Ask just about anyone wandering through the maze of vendors and games at this year’s Peppermint Days in Lyons what their favorite part of the whole weekend and they will tell you it’s the fireworks. For years the festival has honored its history with peppermint with the biggest fireworks show lighting up the sky over the Erie Canal – a... more

Auburn honors Harriet Tubman with second annual Strawberry Stroll

Published: 07/17/2017 @ 04:00 am

Over the span of 11 years, Harriet Tubman rescued over 70 slaves, traveling on the Underground Railroad under the cover of night, with only the North Star to guide her. "If you're really adventurous, you may want to leave later, close your eyes and try to walk back to grave site," Mayor Michael Quill joked Sunday... more

Newly furnished Elizabeth Cady Stanton and M’Clintock houses open doors

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

Women’s Rights National Historical Park is proud to announce the opening of the newly furnished Elizabeth Cady Stanton and M’Clintock houses. During Stanton’s time in Seneca Falls, she lived in her home for 15 years. During this time she frequently hosted important civil rights leaders such as Susan B. Anthony, Frederick Douglass, Gerrit Smith, Lucretia Mott, and a host of... more

200 years ago: Work on Erie Canal began and changed history

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

This Fourth of July marks the 200th anniversary of the ceremonial first digging for the construction of the Erie Canal, a 363-mile waterway that would change history. The groundbreaking was held July 4, 1817, in a field in Rome, in central New York. Construction of the canal was begun a few days later at a location nearby. Workers equipped with... more

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