Quimby’s Bridge closure threatens longer emergency response times in Cato
The planned closure of Quimby’s Bridge will significantly increase emergency response times for Jordan firefighters serving the town of Cato, prompting changes to how departments are dispatched, according to Jordan Volunteer Fire Company Chief Stephen ... more
Axon technology debate returns to Auburn City Council as residents question AI features
Auburn’s debate over police surveillance technology resurfaced Thursday, this time around the city’s recently approved Axon contract for body cameras, Tasers and digital evidence services. Two residents used public comment to question whether council fully ... more
FL1 FORECAST: Rain and gusty winds spread west today before a drier Tuesday
Rain will spread west across the Finger Lakes and Central New York on Sunday as a slow-moving coastal storm pushes Atlantic moisture back into the region. The steadiest rain is expected first in the Southern ... more
United Way of Cayuga County lists October events, hygiene drive deadline
United Way of Cayuga County is collecting personal-care donations through Oct. 16 and inviting residents to an October lineup that includes a hygiene drive, reading activities and its annual breakfast program in Auburn. The organization ... more
Fall colors begin to spread across Finger Lakes, Central New York
Fall foliage is beginning to take hold across the Finger Lakes and Central New York, but most of the region remains well short of peak color heading into the final weekend of September. The latest ... more
Auburn locks in four-year electricity deal as higher rates add roughly $263K to city costs
After delaying a decision earlier this month to get more information, Auburn City Council unanimously agreed Thursday to lock in its electricity supply price for the next four years. The city approved a contract with ... more
NYS notary exam brief at Cayuga Community College
Law Scholar Alfred E. Piombino will lead a daytime (in-person) New York State Notary Public Workshop on Friday, November 20, 2026 from 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. at the Cayuga Community College Workforce Development Center ... more
Native plant talk and bird walk set for Oct. 24 at Onondaga Lake
Visitors can learn how native plants support wildlife, then explore restored habitat along Onondaga Lake's West Shore Trail during an Oct. 24 program hosted by the Onondaga Lake Conservation Corps. The two-hour event begins at ... more
FL1 FORECAST: Dry, breezy Saturday gives way to widespread Sunday rain
Saturday will stay dry for most of the Finger Lakes and Central New York, but increasing clouds and a strengthening north wind will signal a change before widespread rain arrives Sunday. Highs will reach the ... more
Auburn firefighters contract rejected after council clash over staffing, raises and city finances
Council rejected the agreement with Auburn Professional Firefighters Local 1446 on a 3-2 vote. Craig Diego, Rhoda Overstreet-Wilson and Mayor Jimmy Giannettino voted against it, while Terry Cuddy and Christina Calarco supported it ... more
Cayuga County tables pay increases for 911 supervisors, DSS caseworkers after lengthy staffing debate
A proposal to raise pay grades for severely understaffed positions in Cayuga County's 911 Center and Department of Social Services was tabled Tuesday night after nearly 20 minutes of debate over union concerns, recruitment problems ... more
FL1 FORECAST: Sunny Friday gives way to breezy weekend rain
A mostly sunny Friday across the Finger Lakes and Central New York will close the workweek on a quiet note, but clouds will thicken ahead of a coastal low expected to bring breezy conditions and ... more
Cayuga County schools plan Walk to School Day events beginning next week
Students at eight Cayuga County elementary schools will be encouraged to leave the car behind and walk to class as part of a series of Walk to School Day events beginning next week. The Cayuga ... more
Sennett Fire Department awarded more than $1 million for station upgrades, new equipment
The Sennett Fire Department has secured more than $1 million in state and federal funding to renovate its longtime fire station and replace aging thermal imaging cameras. The largest award is a $1 million grant ... more
State audit finds $1.3 million in Moravia village purchases lacked competition records
Moravia village officials could not show they sought competition for more than $1.3 million in purchases, including vehicles, wastewater supplies and professional services, a state comptroller's audit found. The finding does not establish that the ... more
Cayuga County delays retiree Medicare Advantage switch after retirees raise concerns
Cayuga County lawmakers delayed a proposed overhaul of retiree health insurance Tuesday night after retirees and union representatives said they hadn't been given enough information about how the change would affect coverage, prescription drugs and ... more
FL1 FORECAST: Sunny Thursday begins a gradual warmup before a breezy weekend
Sunshine and cool early-fall air will continue across the Finger Lakes and Central New York on Thursday, beginning a gradual warmup that should carry into Saturday. A developing coastal storm will bring more clouds, a ... more
Cayuga County extension adds agriculture and natural resources educators
Cornell Cooperative Extension of Cayuga County has hired Tristin Rose-Morley as its agriculture educator and Brad Ellis as its environmental and natural resources educator, filling vacancies in two programs. Rose-Morley will work with local producers ... more
Schweinfurth Art Center to close Sept. 25-26 for anniversary event
The Schweinfurth Art Center in Auburn will be closed to the public Friday and Saturday, Sept. 25 and 26, while staff prepare for and host the center's 45th-anniversary Sapphire Celebration. The center will reopen at ... more
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