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Businesses in Downtown Geneva struggle as Streetscape Project moves forward amid pandemic
The streets in downtown Geneva are getting a facelift, but some business owners feel it's at the costing them at a crucial time. Fingerlakes1.com spoke with the owners of Captain's Café, a restaurant, and Above ... more
Friends of Parrott Hall works diligently at bringing the building back to its former glory
Parrott Hall in Geneva is rich with history, but in a sad state of despair, as a local organization called Friends of Parrott Hall attempt to salvage what is left. The organization is working with ... more
GOOD SPOTS: Cayuga Nature Center offers fun, outdoor educational opportunities
Cayuga Nature Center located just outside of Ithaca offers various exhibits and programs to help visitors better understand nature. Animal lovers can stop by the outdoor animal exhibits and nature lovers can venture off through ... more
Lincoln Hill Farms encompasses what the Finger Lakes Region is all about
Lincoln Hill Farms is one of the Finger Lakes Region's best kept secrets. The farm has stages and bars to host concerts and events, multiple gardens ranging from sunflowers to hops, a catering service, a ... more
Historic Geneva has a new name with a stronger mission of connecting with community members
Historic Geneva has worked hard to rebrand themselves in order to become a more active part of the community, specifically to get the community to engage with them. Fingerlakes1.com was able to speak with Anne ... more
Local servers reflect on the last 18 months as the coronavirus pandemic enters a new phase
The pandemic brought a number of changes to many industries, but the service and hospitality space saw some of the most significant ones from the start- with shutdowns, turning to unusual operating conditions, and most-recently ... more
Waterloo mother hopes for change after suffering loss of son
Angelicia Smith, of Waterloo, tragically lost her son, Giovanni Bourne, on June 22, 2021 just weeks before his 12th birthday. She has one message she wants parents, teachers, and other children to hear: If you ... more
GOOD SPOTS: Taughannock Falls State Park, hiking with a beautiful view
Taughannock Falls in Trumansburg, New York is one of the most beautiful natural attractions the Finger Lakes Region has to offer. At 215 feet tall, the waterfall can be seen from above on the rim trail, ... more
GOOD SPOTS: Geneva Lakefront on Seneca Lake offers a unique gateway to experience the Finger Lakes
Seneca Lake, located in the Finger Lakes Region in New York, is the biggest of the Finger Lakes, being the deepest lake in the state. The shores to the lake touch many different towns and ... more
GOOD SPOTS: Joslyn Cemetery in Oaks Corners showcases history around Phelps
According to the Phelps Historical Society, there are over 25 cemeteries in Phelps alone. The reason for so many cemeteries in such a small area is because in the 1800s many families on farms would ... more
Smokin Pete’s Barbecue: Young entrepreneurs build their own local barbecue joint from the ground up
The pandemic hasn't stopped local entrepreneurs from trying out innovative ideas in the Finger Lakes. One such venture, led by Peter Chapman and Maeve Beecher is bringing a little barbecue to the Geneva area. Chapman, ... more
Experts say diligence is necessary to continue to protect children from Covid-19 until they can be vaccinated
Covid-19 has been a stressful situation for many individuals, and while vaccinations have become available for adults to help curb the spread of the virus, children are left vulnerable. Fingerlakes1.com spoke with Dr. Kristen Navarette, ... more
GOOD SPOTS: A walk along the Ontario Pathways, 25 miles of hiking in the Finger Lakes
Ontario Pathways is 25 miles long, 23.3 miles of multi-use, non-motorized pathways and three loops for 1.7 miles of hiking only trails. The paths are available year round from dawn to dusk offering something that's ... more
Bear and Vine in Phelps has something for everyone
Located on Main Street in Phelps is one of the most unique stores the town has to offer. Bear and Vine has something for everyone. The stalling boutique items, antiques, collectibles, and sitting inside is ... more
GOOD SPOTS: Glenwood Cemetery’s beauty
Glenwood Cemetery on Lochland Road in Geneva is one of the city's oldest cemeteries. What makes it so interesting to visit is that not only is it a cemetery, but when it originally opened in ... more
GOOD SPOTS: Kashong Conservation Area offers unique opportunity in Finger Lakes
Kashong Conservation area is 84 acres of land run by the Finger Lakes Land Trust. It was previously owned by Polly Spedding and her husband, who donated the land to the the town of Geneva ... more
Water Side Wine Bar owner shares journey of becoming a business owner amid a pandemic
Before Covid hit, Don Miller and his wife, JoEllen purchased the Water Side Wine Bar in Phelps, but since Covid restrictions are ending along with some bumps in the road, their business is thriving more ... more
F.L.O.A.T. takes therapy to another level in Geneva
With the pandemic winding down, many people are realizing they might need a reprieve when it comes to their mental and physical health. Finger Lakes Office of Alternative Therapies, better known as F.L.O.A.T., offers various ... more
Victor Farmington Library has something to offer everyone as they outgrow their current space
The Victor Farmington Library, located at 15 West Main Street, has something going on for everyone this summer. Children can enjoy story times or crafts, teens can participate in events like tie dye workshops or ... more
