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Skaneateles municipal board to discuss electric, sewer, and water updates at September meeting

The Village of Skaneateles Municipal Board will meet on September 24 to discuss several critical infrastructure updates and ongoing projects. The meeting, held at the DPW Building on Fennell Street, will focus on updates from ... more
Finger Lakes towns ranked among New York’s most-popular destinations: See the list!

World Atlas has named eight towns in the Finger Lakes region among the most popular in New York, highlighting the area’s charm and scenic beauty. The list includes Watkins Glen, renowned for its stunning waterfalls ... more
Tractor-trailer sparks four-vehicle crash in Skaneateles

Emergency personnel responded to a four-vehicle crash involving three cars and a tractor-trailer in Skaneateles on Wednesday afternoon. The accident occurred around 2:30 p.m. at the intersection of State Street Road and Stump Road. According ... more
Skaneateles receives $375K grant for Orchard Rd. sidewalk project

The village of Skaneateles has been awarded $375,025 by New York State to construct a sidewalk on Orchard Road, bridging West Elizabeth and West Genesee streets. This funding, part of the Department of Environmental Conservation's ... more
Skaneateles boat show returning this weekend: Organizers talk exhibits, schedule, and more!

The 46th annual Antique and Classic Boat Show will feature fresh exhibitors and boats this weekend at Clift Park. Running from July 26 to 28, the show is hosted by the Finger Lakes Chapter of ... more
FLX WEEKLY: 46th Annual Skaneateles Antique and Classic Boat Show (podcast)

Hilary Fenner, Executive Director of the Skaneateles Area Chamber of Commerce and Show Chairperson Paul Garrett will be in-studio to talk about the upcoming Skaneateles Antique and Classic Boat Show. The show, now in its ... more
OP-ED: Response to ‘long-haul’ garbage truck story

Editor's Note: The following is an op-ed shared by Mark Benjamin and others from Seneca Meadows Landfill in response to a story published on July 1, 2024 titled "Long-haul garbage trucks use shortcuts across rural ... more
Skaneateles Antique and Classic Boat Show starts July 26

The 46th Annual Skaneateles Antique and Classic Boat Show is set for July 26-28 at Clift Park. The event features 80 restored boats, including runabouts, sailboats, and canoes. Hours are 3 p.m. to dusk on ... more
Skaneateles hosts 30th Annual Antique and Classic Boat Show

The Antique and Classic Boat Show returns to Clift Park for its 30th year in Skaneateles, running from July 26-28. The event is free to the public and features live music, activities, and historic boats ... more
Skaneateles man arrested for DWI after Cayuga County traffic stop

Sheriff Brian Schenck reported that on May 19 at 12:22 p.m., Cayuga County Sheriff’s Office deputies conducted a traffic stop on North Glen Haven Road in the Town of Sempronius. The stop was due to ... more
Aurora, Seneca Falls, and Skaneateles make list for best places to visit in Upstate NY
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While New York City often captures the spotlight, the state is home to numerous picturesque historic towns that boast a rich heritage and scenic beauty. A new list from World Atlas spotlighted three local communities ... more
Major infrastructure projects underway in Skaneateles

Skaneateles, a picturesque village in New York, has undertaken significant infrastructure projects to enhance pedestrian safety, including the replacement of its aging seawall along Skaneateles Lake. Officials emphasized that despite the seawall's popularity as a ... more
Doug’s Fish Fry owner Mark Braun named Small Business Owner of the Year by SBA

The U.S. Small Business Administration's Upstate New York District Office recently announced their award winners for National Small Business Week 2024, celebrating from April 29 to May 4. Among the notable honorees was Mark Braun ... more
Skaneateles schools move to dismiss lawsuit over gender identity policy

The Skaneateles Central School District has requested the dismissal of a lawsuit brought by the parent of a former student, asserting that the district's gender identity policy aligns with state guidelines. The lawsuit was originally ... more
Skaneateles set for revitalized dining experience at former Hilltop

Woodbine Hospitality Group has unveiled the initial renderings for the transformation of the former Hilltop Restaurant and Cedar House Lanes in Skaneateles into a multifaceted entertainment venue. This redevelopment project will introduce a new restaurant, ... more
Skaneateles welcomes new principal to elementary school

JoAnna Schmeling, a dedicated employee of the Skaneateles Central School District, has been appointed as the new principal of Waterman Elementary School, effective July 1. Schmeling, who is transitioning from her role as the assistant ... more
Skaneateles hockey advances to second-straight state championship

The Skaneateles Lakers hockey team is headed back to the New York State Division II Championship after rolling past Section V’s Batavia Notre Dame, 7-2, on Saturday afternoon at the LECOM Harborcenter in Buffalo. Braeden ... more
Skaneateles hockey blows past Webster Thomas to advance to Division II Frozen Four

The Skaneateles Lakes hockey team is heading back to the Division II Frozen Four after blowing past Section V's Webster Thomas, 5-1, on Saturday night at Allyn Arena. Luke Mizro recorded a hat trick to ... more
Skaneateles hockey cruises to fifth straight sectional title

The Skaneateles Lakers hockey team captured its fifth straight Section III, Division II title on Monday night with an 8-1 victory over Christian Brothers Academy/Jamesville-DeWitt at the Upstate Medical University Arena in Syracuse. 🖐️Congratulations to ... more
More on the Skaneateles parent suing school district over not telling them about child’s gender transition

A Skaneateles mother has initiated a lawsuit against the local school district, alleging that it infringed on her religious freedoms and parental rights by not informing her of her child's gender transition. The legal battle ... more
LAWSUIT: Skaneateles school gave ‘unauthorized’ social transition to child, parent says

A lawsuit has been initiated against the Skaneateles School District by Jennifer Vitsaxaki, a parent of a former student, alleging unauthorized social transition support for her child. Filed by the conservative Christian group Alliance Defending ... more
