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Cayuga Lake shore property sparks controversy in Aurora

A dispute over the future of a 300-foot slice of the Cayuga Lake shore owned by Wells College has gripped the village of Aurora. Kevin Fitzgerald, co-manager of the college's golf course and representing Aurora ... more
Cayuga County Legislature May 2023 Meeting (webcast)

The Cayuga County Legislature met for their regular monthly meeting for May 2023 on Tuesday night in Auburn. Full meeting video appears below ... more
Wells College campus safety sergeant accused of sexually assaulting teen for years
A 60-year-old man from Aurora has been arrested by State Police and charged with first-degree sex abuse and use of a child in a sexual performance, both classified as class B and C felonies, respectively ... more
Inns of Aurora Resort & Spa named one of the best companies to work for in New York

Inns of Aurora Resort & Spa, a hospitality company in upstate New York, has been named to the 2023 list of Best Companies to Work for in New York for the second year in a ... more
Restaurant Week: Cayuga County highlights local spots to get a great breakfast, lunch, or dinner

The Cayuga County Chamber of Commerce is hosting its 7th annual Restaurant Week from January 20th through January 28th. The goal is to promote restaurants through a series of deals, promotions, and specials. Check out ... more
REVIEW: 1833 Kitchen & Bar inside the Aurora Inn (video)

Below you will find a video review of a recent dinner at the 1833 Kitchen & Bar inside the historic Aurora Inn in Aurora, NY. The Aurora Inn is known for their fantastic outdoor amenities ... more
Why should you check out Aurora’s MacKenzie-Childs this holiday season? (video)

Carol Ryerson from MacKenzie-Childs was a guest on Finger Lakes Today talking about all-things holiday season, including the latest from the iconic brand. She also talked about the excitement during the holiday season in Aurora, ... more
Grant funding helps make Howland Stone Store Museum an award winner

A Cayuga County museum has received an award from the Preservation League of New York State. For its restoration of Opendore – the historic home of national leaders in the suffragette movement William, Hannah, and ... more
Wells College alum honored with humanitarian award

Wells College says one of its alumnae and trustees was recently honored with the Leo B. Hart Humanitarian Award from the University of Arizona. Dr. Vicki E. Panhuise, who graduated from Wells College cum laude, ... more
LaGreca named VP of Marketing and Communications at Wells College

Wells College has welcomed Kristopher LaGreca as the new Vice President of Marketing and Communications. LaGreca brings an in-depth knowledge of the latest innovations in digital technology as well as best practices in marketing and ... more
Two hour lockdown at Wells College on Friday: What prompted it?

There was a two hour lockdown at Wells College on Friday. Officials say it was prompted by what turned out to be a non-credible threat of a shooter. The person who reported the incident to ... more
Graphic novelist coming to Wells College this week

A graphic novelist is coming to Wells College. The college announced that on Tuesday, October 18th graphic novelist and Marvel Studios Animation Character Designer Ethan Young will be visiting Wells to discuss and share his ... more
Police: 74-year-old charged with DWI after crash in Cayuga County

State police arrested a 74-year-old Aurora resident following an accident on Gully Road. Troopers arrested Bruce Lader, 74, for DWI and operating with a BAC over 0.08%. The accident occurred on Thursday, according to a ... more
Professor Maya Jasonoff to speak at Wells College

Wells College, in partnership with the Phi Beta Kappa Society, is pleased to announce that on September 22, Professor Maya Jasonoff will give a lecture entitled, "Ancestry: Where Do We Come From and Why Do ... more
Kiki Petrosino to give a master class and reading at Wells College

Wells College is pleased to announce the next event in their Visiting Writers Series. On Tuesday, September 6 at 5pm, Kiki Petrosino will present a master class entitled, "Missing History: Writing into the Incomplete Record" ... more
Bread & Puppet Theater performs at Wells College on September 14

The Arts & Lecture Series of Wells College, in partnership with the Sustainability, Visual Arts, and Theatre programs, is delighted to announce that the wonderful Bread & Puppet Theater will visit our campus this Fall.The ... more
‘This American Dairy Farmer’ features Ironman Triathlete from Cayuga County

Offering a glimpse into the lives of hardworking farmers, American Dairy Association North East released a new episode of "This American Dairy Farmer," a digital series highlighting family, tradition and sustainable food production on local ... more
MacKenzie-Childs annual barn sale begins today virtually

MacKenzie-Childs will hold its annual barn sale, but it's happening virtually this summer. It begins today and runs through Sunday, July 31. The Aurora-based home decor brand announced that the barn sale, which used to ... more
The Inns of Aurora named Best Resort Hotel by Travel + Leisure
The Inns of Aurora, a luxury lakeside boutique resort in the Finger Lakes, is ranked No. 1 on the Travel + Leisure 2022 World's Best Awards List of Best Resort Hotels in New York State ... more