Aurora

The Cayuga County Sheriff's Office reports the arrest of an Aurora man after he violated an order of protection, showing up at a person's place of work. Christopher Driscoll was arrested after violating a full ... more

In the recent village elections across Cayuga County on Tuesday, several local positions were filled, with many candidates running unopposed. In Aurora, JD Balloni and Janet Murphy were elected as village trustees with 49 and ... more

Two individuals were ticketed for shooting at snow geese from the side of the road in the town of Junius on Leap Day. Acting on information provided by Forest Rangers, Lieutenant Thomas initiated an investigation ... more

MacKenzie-Childs, the beloved home decor brand, has launched its new Rosy Check collection, adding a fresh burst of color to its iconic range. Known for its distinctive black and white Courtly Check pattern, the brand's ... more

Aurora residents expressed mixed reactions during a public hearing on February 21 regarding proposed changes to the village's zoning laws, specifically affecting a strip of lakeside property owned by Wells College. The proposed Local Law ... more

Governor Kathy Hochul announced a significant boost for the future of three Cayuga County villages on Monday. The villages of Aurora, Cayuga, and Union Springs were awarded a $10 million state grant through the Downtown ... more

Wells College has sold the 125-year-old McGordon House at 110 Main Street in the village of Aurora, igniting a contentious debate in the community. The Citizen reports the property, acquired for $425,000 by Kevin Fitzgerald, ... more

Cayuga Community College (CCC) and Wells College have entered into a significant articulation agreement, enhancing the academic pathway for students pursuing Bachelor's degrees. This collaboration was formalized at CCC’s Auburn campus, where the presidents of ... more

The Southern Cayuga Central School District in New York is set to adopt a new mascot, with voters in the district choosing "Cougars" to replace the previous "Chiefs" mascot. This decision comes in response to ... more

The village of Aurora is addressing the growing challenges posed by short-term rentals with a proposed local law aimed at regulating properties listed on platforms like Airbnb and Vrbo. Scheduled for a public hearing at ... more

Home decor enthusiasts and holiday shoppers are gearing up for the upcoming warehouse sale by MacKenzie-Childs, the popular Upstate New York home furnishings brand. Set for November 10 and 11, the sale will offer a ... more

Three villages in Cayuga County — Aurora, Cayuga, and Union Springs — are uniting to vie for a $10 million grant through New York’s Downtown Revitalization Initiative (DRI). A rule alteration by the state has ... more

The villages of Aurora, Cayuga, and Union Springs are joining forces to apply for the New York state's Downtown Revitalization Initiative (DRI), a program which grants $10 million annually to support downtown investments. The Citizen ... more

Home décor enthusiasts have reason to celebrate as MacKenzie-Childs kicks off its much-anticipated annual 'Barn Sale' today. The event, touted by the retailer as its largest and most impressive sale of the year, promises shoppers ... more

On Thursday, District Attorney Brittany Grome Antonacci announced that four Syracuse residents, Kahlila Bender Baker, Dathan Haynes, Tayonna Albert, and Tavaris McLaurin, have been indicted by a Cayuga County grand jury on one count of ... more

In an effort to bolster the economic recovery of their downtowns, three Cayuga County villages have decided to collectively apply for the Downtown Revitalization Initiative. Aurora, Cayuga, and Union Springs will work together on a ... more

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

The Cayuga County Legislature met for their regular monthly meeting for May 2023 on Tuesday night in Auburn. Full meeting video appears below ... more

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, 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

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