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Alex Yankowski charges late to win SummerFAST race at Brewerton
Alex Yankowski swept from third to first in the closing laps Monday at Brewerton Speedway, then held off Alex Payne to win the 60-lap Super DIRTcar Series SummerFAST feature and its $6,000 prize. The Covington ... more
DIRTcar Pro Stock Series opens three-race week at Brewerton Speedway
The DIRTcar Pro Stock Series begins its toughest stretch of the season Monday at Brewerton Speedway, opening a run of three races in seven days as the championship chase tightens. The 30-lap SummerFAST feature in ... more
Fulton driver Richard Murtaugh seeks second straight Super DIRT Week win
Fulton driver Richard Murtaugh will try to become the third DIRTcar Sportsman competitor to win consecutive Great Lakes 75 races when Super DIRT Week returns to Oswego Speedway in October. Murtaugh, the defending Great Lakes ... more
Bennetts Corners Road bridge over Thruway closing for four weeks
The Bennetts Corners Road bridge over the New York State Thruway in Onondaga County is scheduled to close Monday for approximately four weeks. The Thruway Authority said the closure is needed for bridge joint work ... more
Weedsport under boil water order after main break
Residents in the village of Weedsport should boil tap water before using it after a water main break caused the system to lose pressure, the Cayuga County Health Department said. The boil water order was ... more
Auburn man charged with DWI after Weedsport traffic stop
An Auburn man was charged with driving while intoxicated after deputies assisted Weedsport police with a traffic stop last week. Tony N. Bui, 53, was arrested at 10:30 p.m. June 25 and charged with first-offense ... more
Volunteer firefighter tax credit bill awaits Hochul as departments seek members
Volunteer fire departments across the Finger Lakes and Central New York are still looking for people willing to answer emergency calls, even as a state bill meant to help recruit and retain volunteers awaits action ... more
Brutus man damaged vehicle during dispute, leaves before police arrive
A Brutus man was arrested on a felony criminal mischief warrant after deputies said he damaged a vehicle during a domestic incident in Weedsport. Joshua L. Locust, 37, was arrested June 26 at 3 a.m ... more
Former Weedsport planning chair blames Byrne Dairy vote
A bitter dispute over a Byrne Dairy project continues to ripple through Weedsport, according to The Citizen. Former planning board chair David Lipiska says town officials pushed him out after the board approved the controversial ... more
Historic Erie Canal replica expected to pass through Cayuga County on return trip to Buffalo
A rare piece of Erie Canal history is expected to pass through Cayuga County this week as the replica canal boat Seneca Chief makes its way west on its 2026 Back to Buffalo Tour. The ... more
Riverbend Events to host open house at Weedsport venue
Riverbend Events, a rustic event venue along the Seneca River in Weedsport, will open its doors to the public next month for an open house showcasing the property and the ongoing work that has transformed ... more
Weedsport man charged in Cayuga County welfare fraud investigation
A Cayuga County man is facing multiple felony charges after authorities say he fraudulently obtained public assistance benefits, according to the Cayuga County Sheriff's Office. Milford J. Therrian, 67, of Weedsport was arrested June 5 ... more
Weedsport park sold for $7M as new owners outline plans for campground, restaurant
Riverforest Park Campground and Marina has changed hands in a $7 million transaction, setting the stage for a new chapter at one of the Weedsport area's most recognizable summer destinations. According to Cayuga County property ... more
Route 34 bridge project remains on schedule for fall reopening
The $24 million Route 34 bridge replacement project over the Seneca River remains on schedule for completion this fall, according to an update shared by Weedsport Community News after speaking with the project's construction manager ... more
Weedsport village-wide garage sale returns Saturday
Treasure hunters, bargain shoppers and garage sale enthusiasts will have plenty of opportunities to browse this weekend as Weedsport's annual village-wide garage sale returns Saturday. The event is scheduled to begin at 9 a.m. June ... more
Byrne Dairy project nears completion in Weedsport
The long-debated Byrne Dairy project in Weedsport has entered its final phase, with construction advancing rapidly and an opening now expected later this month. Photos shared over the weekend show major progress at the former ... more
Weedsport Fire Department thanks community after Field Days conclude
The Weedsport Fire Department is expressing its gratitude to the volunteers, sponsors and community members who helped make the 2026 Weedsport Firemen's Field Days a success. In a message shared after the annual event concluded, ... more
Weedsport plans village-wide garage sale on June 6
Bargain hunters and garage sale enthusiasts will have dozens of stops to explore next month as Weedsport prepares for a community-wide sale event stretching across the village. The Weedsport Village-Wide Garage Sale is scheduled for ... more
Weedsport Fireman’s Field Days returns with rides, parade, music and food
One of Cayuga County’s longtime spring traditions returns this week as the Weedsport Fire Department prepares to host three days of rides, live music, parades, tournaments, and food during the annual Fireman’s Field Days celebration ... more
