Category: Owasco

A Cayuga County hearing officer determined the Alger/Murphy Irrevocable Trust violated Owasco Lake watershed rules by allowing soil and other material to flow into the lake tributary. Hearing officer Michael McKeon said … more: Owasco property owners face $7,500 watershed fine

On today's episode of AquaDiary, host Ally Berry, an environmental scientist specializing in lake and algae management, examines the science behind the National Mall's Reflecting Pool and the questions surrounding its $16 million … more: AquaDiary: The reflecting pool explained by a scientist (podcast)

A bridge many visitors see as a simple crossing now carries a $3.9 million price tag, according to The Citizen. Cayuga County officials say replacing the aging bridge to Deauville Island at … more: Why a small Cayuga County park bridge costs $3.9M

A long-planned replacement of the bridge connecting visitors to Deauville Island at Emerson Park is moving forward after Cayuga County secured $3.1 million in federal funding for the project. County Legislature Chairman Jonathan … more: Cayuga County secures $3.1 million grant for Emerson Park bridge replacement

A disputed barn-style home can keep rising along Owasco Road despite objections from nearby residents, according to The Citizen. Neighbors challenged the building permit for the two-story structure, arguing it doesn't fit … more: Owasco allows controversial home project to go forward

A domestic disturbance investigation in Owasco led to multiple charges against a local man after deputies determined a woman and child had fled the residence and sought help from state police. David … more: Owasco man arrested after woman and child reported missing

Cayuga County voters will decide school budgets Tuesday across several districts facing the same core challenge: Rising costs that continue to outpace state aid growth and long-term revenue stability. The Auburn City School … more: Cayuga County school districts pitch budgets shaped by healthcare costs, inflation and staffing pressures

A Cayuga County man has been charged with felony drug possession after investigators said he ordered cocaine online and had it shipped to his home in Owasco. Cayuga County Sheriff Brian Schenck … more: Owasco man charged after Cayuga County investigators intercept cocaine shipment

On a recent episode of Beyond the Front Page, Y-Camp Director Gracie Murphy joined the program to outline plans for the upcoming summer season at Camp Y Owasco. Murphy discussed programming, activities, … more: BEYOND THE FRONT PAGE: Y-Camp director Gracie Murphy talks programming, summer season (podcast)

Protecting Owasco Lake will continue to require a mix of science, regulation and cooperation across the watershed, according to Adam Effler, PhD, executive director of the Owasco Lake Watershed Management Council. Effler … more: Watershed leader warns harmful algal blooms remain key threat to Owasco Lake

A beloved lakeside camp that shaped generations of campers will shut down after more than 75 years, according to The Citizen. Leaders of the United Methodist Church decided to close Casowasco Camp & … more: Historic Casowasco camp will close

Three local communities will receive a combined $743,000 in state funding to help boost housing production, Gov. Kathy Hochul announced this week. The grants, awarded through the state’s Pro-Housing Communities Program, will … more: Geneva, Owasco, Ithaca land major state housing grants

A vote on adding a surcharge to Merry-Go-Round Playhouse tickets hit a delay after Cayuga County postponed its January meeting, according to The Citizen. Lawmakers pushed the required public hearing to late … more: Merry-Go-Round Playhouse ticket fee vote delayed

The Ward W. O’Hara Agricultural & Country Living Museum in Owasco may reduce its operating hours and cancel events if the newly proposed 2026 budget by Cayuga County Legislature Chair Jonathan Anna takes … more: Cayuga County museum faces cuts under proposed budget

Three Finger Lakes communities are set to receive major financial support for critical water and sewer system improvements, thanks to a $135 million statewide investment announced by Governor Kathy Hochul this week. … more: Moravia, Owasco, and Rushville awarded state funding for water infrastructure upgrades

Three individuals accused of vandalizing the men’s bathroom at Owasco’s playground have been identified, according to the town. No further details about the suspects were released. The incident occurred around 9:30 p.m. … more: Owasco identifies suspects in bathroom vandalism

A potential water emergency on Owasco Lake Tuesday evening turned out to be a false alarm, thanks to a swift and coordinated response by local rescue teams. At approximately 8:45 p.m., Fleming … more: Scuba buoy near Emerson Park prompts emergency response on Owasco Lake

The non-profit Friends of Emerson Park has announced Edward O’Connor as the new Chairman of its Development Committee, a move aimed at advancing a $25 million transformation of the park into a … more: Friends of Emerson Park names Edward O’Connor to lead development efforts

Fire officials say the cause of a May 14 blaze that destroyed a $1.2 million lakefront home in Owasco has not been determined, according to The Citizen. Despite the extensive damage, … more: Cause of $1.2M Owasco home fire remains unknown