Festival calendar of events May 23, 2008
Skaneateles Festival Calendar- Syracuse ... Skaneateles Festival Calendar ... Here is the schedule for the 2008 Skaneateles Festival: Chamber Music by the Lake. (Syracuse.com)
Sizzlin' summer fare May 22, 2008
At only 24, Ryan Mikal of Skaneateles is known by his friends who include area cooks and culinary-school-trained chefs as the master of all things grilled ... Perhaps no local cook does this so well as Rasta Tom Armstrong, a chef at Rosalie's Cucina in Skaneateles and the creator of Tom's Bootleg BBQ Sauce ... It took him years to get the formula right, but he now sells his sweet and tangy sauce at area specialty stores such as Nelson Farms Country Store on Route 20, Green Hills supermarket in... (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Auburn school budget fails by three votes May 22, 2008
By Alyssa Sunkin / The Citizen. Wednesday, May 21, 2008 1:20 PM EDT. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Estabrook: Gas tax holiday a lot of ‘hooey' May 21, 2008
mjmanning wrote on May 20, 2008 11:03 AM:" I have to say that as one who does not own a car, the Centro Bus System supports many of my needs. The Bus ride from Auburn to Skaneateles is only $1.25 per one way trip ($3.00/day). Factoring in 5 days a week for 4 weeks, that brings my total transportation cost to $60.00/month. Not bad considering the gas prices. Also, if you live in Auburn and work in Auburn, try walking to work or walking your children to school. You'll be amazed at how much better... (Auburn Citizen, NY)
School budget, board of education voting under way May 21, 2008
Skaneateles Central School District. Polling: 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. at the Waterman Elementary auditorium. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
School board election results May 21, 2008
Skaneateles Central School District. Budget: 3. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Budgets, board hopefuls now put to the test May 18, 2008
Skaneateles Central School District. Polling: 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. at the Waterman Elementary auditorium, 55 East St., Skaneateles ... Resides: Skaneateles. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Westhill golf powers past young Eagles May 17, 2008
We may not be at the level of Skaneateles or Cazenovia next year, but we might be able to compete with the other teams. I just want us to be competitive year in and year out. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Drunk boater gets 3 1/3 to 10 years May 16, 2008
The driver of a boat that crashed on Skaneateles Lake last summer, killing a vacationing couple, was sentenced in Onondaga County Court Wednesday to 3 1/3 to 10 years in prison ... The crash occurred after Cordes had spent the night drinking with friends at Skaneateles bars. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Boater sentenced in fatal crash May 16, 2008
"Our state Legislature should make a clear moral obligation a legal obligation with criminal penalties," Aloi said as he sentenced Cordes, 32, of Onondaga, to serve 3 to 10 years in state prison for killing John Kelly and Heather Wilkins in the hit-run, drunken-driving boat crash on Skaneateles Lake last summer. Only Cordes, as the operator of the boat that struck and killed Kelly and Wilkins, faced charges for leaving the scene. (Syracuse.com)
Another day on course May 15, 2008
The Skaneateles boys golf team may be young, but the Lakers aren't inexperienced on the course. Chet Susslin / The CitizenSkaneateles freshman Jeff Baldetti chips to the green during a match against Westhill at Skaneateles Country Club Tuesday afternoon ... With a 38-match winning streak on the line, the Lakers defeated Westhill 208-229 at Skaneateles Country Club Tuesday. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Cordes gets prison sentence in Skaneateles Lake fatal boating accident May 15, 2008
Cordes was boating on Skaneateles Lake after a night of bar-hopping when he crashed into another boat, killing John Kelly and Heather Wilkins of Richmond, Va. Police say Cordes and his friends left without helping Kelly and Wilkins and didn't contact authorities. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
CNY woman's remains found May 15, 2008
Discovery in Illinois is linked to Las Vegas-area disappearance of Skaneateles native ... A DNA match from a toothbrush nearly three years after the disappearance of a former Skaneateles woman closed her missing person's case last week, Illinois state police said ... Harris' parents, Martha and Robert Harris, of Skaneateles, were notified Saturday that authorities had matched her DNA to remains found outside Springfield, Ill. (Syracuse.com)
Augustine tosses gem for Lakers May 14, 2008
Sophomore starting pitcher Zack Augustine tossed a complete game for the Skaneateles baseball team and had a no-hitter into the sixth inning as the Warriors defeated Jordan-Elbridge 7-3 Monday in Elbridge ... Jill Connor / The CitizenJordan-Elbridge second baseman Mike Ryan makes the catch at second base as Skaneateles baserunner Justin Mehile slides in safely during a game in Elbridge Monday afternoon ... Skaneateles' Phil Weiss started things off in the first inning with bases-clearing triple.... (Auburn Citizen, NY)
The Young Pro May 14, 2008
Tuesday, April 1, 2008 5:10 PM EDT. Harkins is The Citizen's innovation coordinator, an active member of the IGNITE young professionals group in Cayuga County and is always happy to hear from fellow young pros. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Governor: Trucks to stay on highways May 14, 2008
SKANEATELES Truck drivers driving large tractor trailers to upstate landfills will soon have to think twice before leaving the main highway, Gov. David Paterson said Monday ... David Paterson speaks at Monday afternoon's press conference in Skaneateles announcing new restrictions on use of local roads by out-of-town truck drivers ... But Skaneateles Village Mayor Robert Green said the community has been fighting for decades to keep the hundreds of trash trucks from taking the rural routes in... (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Gov. to big rigs: Stay out of villages May 14, 2008
The loud, stinky big rigs that rumble through Skaneateles and other rural Upstate communities, dropping garbage, threatening watersheds and annoying residents, are soon going to be a thing of the past, lawmakers promised Monday ... Charles Schumer visited Skaneateles to announce that the state Department of Transportation will implement new policies to prevent tractor trailers from leaving highways and taking shortcuts through towns and villages. (Syracuse.com)
Jail inmate charged in ID theft scam May 13, 2008
Investigators searched a location at 656 School St., Skaneateles Falls, on Friday and recovered personal identification information and other physical evidence, according to sheriff's officials. Sheriff's officials say Cruz was allegedly acting with associates, and detectives are seeking two other individuals from Skaneateles Falls in connection to the investigation. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Estabrook: Noise problem is legitimate issue May 13, 2008
Gov. Paterson is scheduled to speak in Skaneateles today to address complaints about truck traffic on village streets ... And it's not only Skaneateles ... Bearing in mind the steep taxes that people pay to live in Skaneateles, I'd say they have a legitimate beef. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Paterson directs DOT to get large trucks off local roads May 13, 2008
Gov. David Paterson came to Skaneateles on Monday to announce that he's directing the state Department of Transportation to establish regulations that will keep large, long-haul trucks on interstate highways for as much of their trip as possible and off local roads in upstate cities, villages and towns. The new regulations will first be applied to the Finger Lakes region, where local communities have long complained about the impact of large garbage-hauling trucks using local roads to avoid the... (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Blue Devils clinch share of title May 11, 2008
Port Byron 7, Skaneateles 2 ... Phoenix 9, Skaneateles 1 ... Cazenovia 5, Skaneateles 2. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
New York State Junior PGA championship - Round 1 May 11, 2008
1st Jeffrey Baldetti Skaneateles, NY 692nd Steve Quillinan Jr. Troy, NY 713rd Bryce Edmister Painted Post, NY 724th Chris Ferraro Hurley, NY 735th Michael Spiotta Batavia, NY 746th Kevin Burke Elmira, NY 757th Ryan Spady Elmira, NY 76 Taylor Brockway Rome, NY 76 Ben Kircher Pittsford, NY 7610th TJ Sumigray Amsterdam, NY 77 Craig Esposito Ithaca, NY 77 David Morilla Greenwich, CT 77. Girls. (FOX23 News, NY)
Lakers girls still run undefeated May 9, 2008
Jill Connor / The CitizenMadison Eckles, of Skaneateles, pole vaults over an eight-foot pole at the a track and field meet in Skaneateles The Skaneateles girls track and field team (6-0) dominated Jordan-Elbridge and Marcellus Wednesday ... Victoria Sakal, for Skaneateles, won the 100m (13 ... Both times for the 4x400m relay were exceptional dual meet times, Skaneateles head coach Rob Tuttle said. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Living with vision loss May 8, 2008
AURORA's Sixth annual Musical Feast for the Eyes and Ears will take place in Skaneateles Falls, and Morfei will speak at the event ... Where: The Lodge at Welch Allyn in Skaneateles Falls. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Eating for two May 8, 2008
Chet Susslin / The CitizenEllen Burggraf and Maggie McHugh talk to a group about their book at Creekside Books e in Skaneateles. Last week, expectant moms had the opportunity to learn more about healthy eating during a presentation given at Creekside Books e in Skaneateles. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Dogs walk for a cause May 6, 2008
SKANEATELES Most people consider their pets an important part of their family, which makes the SPCA's mission that much more important. Hundreds of people, the majority families with pups in tow, attended the 12th Annual Pet Walk and Festival in Austin Park Sunday, sponsored by the Finger Lakes Society of Prevention of Cruelty to Animals of Central New York. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
A WELCOME RETURN May 4, 2008
Hahn, 28, familiar to Central New York audiences who have seen her perform frequently at the Skaneateles Festival and occasionally with the Syracuse Symphony Orchestra, is preparing for Tokyo concert dates. On Monday, she will perform Paganini's Violin Concerto No. 1 with the SSO.. (Syracuse.com)
Warriors win first; Valentino picks up 200th career win May 3, 2008
Marcellus 2, Skaneateles 0, five innings ... Alex Hughes ripped a triple to lead Skaneateles, while Caryn Crary, Tessa Dillon and Terry Blessing each had a hit. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Pro tour events fill Upstate slate May 3, 2008
Upstate on tour:Dudley Hart (Rochester/Syracuse) and Tom Scherrer (Skaneateles). Internet:www. (Syracuse.com)
Six running for school board May 2, 2008
Skaneateles Central School District (two seats, three-year terms). Board President Irene Stafford and board member Catherine M. Reilley, both of Skaneateles, are running uncontested for the Skaneateles board of education. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Lakers run home with victory Apr 23, 2008
SKANEATELES The message was simple. Chet Susslin / The CitizenJordan-Elbridge shortstop Erika Peterson misses the tag as Skaneateles right fielder Emily Devins steals second base on Monday afternoon in Skaneateles ... With two outs and the game tied in the bottom of the seventh, Caryn Crary stood on third, representing what would be the Skaneateles softball team's first win of the season. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Recycling for Gold Apr 22, 2008
SKANEATELES Since 1912, Girl Scouts of the USA has helped more than 50 million young ladies grow and mature ... Although her local troop disbanded last year, one Skaneateles teen has taken it upon herself to reach the very top rung of the Girl Scouting ladder while helping the community in the process ... Since January, MaryPat Thompson, a Skaneateles High School senior, has worked on various recycling projects at the town's Transfer and Recycling Station on Old Seneca Turnpike. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Skaneateles to spruce up its western border Apr 22, 2008
SKANEATELES Started a decade ago, a project may come to fruition this year designed to make the western border of the town more inviting. Richard Bennett, project engineer for Bergmann Associates, presented an updated version of the Western Gateway Improvement Project during a special meeting earlier this month for the section of East Genesee Street between the western town border and Fuller Street, near the edge of Skaneateles village. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Two County Leg. Proposals Rejected Apr 22, 2008
R News: As It Happens, Where It Happens. Tuesday April 22, 2008. (R News)
Fast track to success Apr 20, 2008
Chet Susslin / The Citizen Skaneateles sophomore Xander Edwards throws0 the discus at the Jordan-Elbridge Invitational on Saturday morning. Jordan-Elbridge and Skaneateles were the only two local teams to participate in the meet, which saw 10 teams participate overall ... Skaneateles had half of their squad compete in the invitational, while the rest participated in the Red, White, Blue and Gold Invitational at Vestal High School. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Local family to see pope Apr 20, 2008
Laura Ponticello and her husband Carl Grivner, both of Skaneateles, got the chance to see the Holy Father at the White House last week. In one word, Ponticello said the experience was unbelievable. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Pilot killed, instructor injured in Skaneateles Apr 19, 2008
Chet Susslin / The Citizen Captain Jeffrey Raub, of the New York State Police, Syracuse branch, emerges from the pine grove where a single engine fixed wing aircraft crashed near the Skaneateles Aero Drome on Friday afternoon. SKANEATELES A test landing turned tragic after a small plane crashed Friday, killing one man and injuring another ... However, state police said the plane was not in line with the runway and that the impact of hitting the trees caused more damage than the plane hitting the... (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Good stewardship Apr 19, 2008
By comparison, the area of the Skaneateles Lake watershed is only 60 square miles. Being the only inspector in Cayuga County is a challenge that Miles has worked all her life for. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Spring poetry reading inspirational to many Apr 19, 2008
We get people not only from Auburn, but also from Skaneateles and Baldwinsville and Ithaca and the surrounding areas. People hear about this and I think it has really grown by word of mouth. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Fuel Prices Could Hit Boaters Apr 19, 2008
You got to love it and I guess you'll have to pay the consequences at the pump," Chambers added. The $2 million expansion of the marina is two and a half years behind schedule, but is now on pace for full completion by 2009. The marina will feature ample parking private restrooms, showers, and a lakeside restaurant. Freemesser hopes to employ 40 people. cjb Email this Story to a Friend Print Friendly Version With all eyes on New York City and the Popes visit, preparations are underway just... (R News)
Skaneateles Plane Crash Kills One Apr 19, 2008
One person is dead and another injured in a late-morning plane crash in Skaneateles ... One person is dead and another injured in a late-morning plane crash in Skaneateles. (R News)
Biodiesel corp.'s project unveiled Apr 18, 2008
Five members of the ABDC board of directors were at the meeting: president David Colgrove; interim CFO Jon Verbeck, CPA and financial consultant; vice-president and controller Cynthia Day, of Skaneateles, also secretary to the board; vice president of administration Pamela Kirkwood, of Auburn, CCC trustee and local management consultant; and vice president of government and public relations George Farenholt, village of Aurora trustee. Colegrove has worked on the project for more than three... (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Sennett may take its own ZBA to court Apr 18, 2008
We thought our restaurant would be a neighborhood kind of place, an east end destination for those living between Auburn and Skaneateles. I think somebody is playing on their fears. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Hard to swallow Apr 17, 2008
Mike Tutor, manager of the Sherwood Inn in Skaneateles, also has yet to absorb a major meat or poultry price increase because he ordered his supplies far in advance. However, when they arrive, he also faces a 5 to 10 fuel surcharge. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Too little, too late for Lakers Apr 17, 2008
Skaneateles It wasn't a great start for the Skaneateles girls lacrosse team in its first home game of the season. Chet Susslin / The CitizenSkaneateles sophomore Maddy Morrissey shoots on Westhill's goalie Morgan Roach during a girls lacrosse game Tuesday in Skaneateles ... Skaneateles fought back from a nine-point deficit but still lost to Class B power Westhill, 16-12 Tuesday. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Skaneateles public workers close to new contract Apr 16, 2008
SKANEATELES It took almost exactly a year, but employees of the Skaneateles Department of Public Works and police dispatchers may finally be working under a new contract. Just prior to the Village of Skaneateles Board of Trustees meeting Monday evening, Mayor Robert Green announced that the village of Skaneateles, the police union and the Civil Service Employees Association have come to tentative agreements on new, four-year contracts retroactive to the last contract, which expired last June. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Filling a need Apr 12, 2008
SKANEATELES The congregation of the First Baptist Church has found itself without a pastor, but it has not found itself without guidance in recent weeks. Jill Conor / The CitizenThe Rev. Robert Williams takes a moment to pray during Holy Communion at the Sunday morning service at First Baptist Church in Skaneateles ... Ed Posecznick, a deacon at the Skaneateles church, said pastors will often stay for a brief time before feeling their calling is to move on to another part of their mission. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Lakers hope to copy 2007 success Apr 11, 2008
With a surprising appearance in the Section III, Class B-1 semifinals, the Skaneateles softball team finished strong last season (7-14) and are hoping to have another strong one despite the losses of their catcher, first base and third base players from last season. The Citizen file photoSkaneateles center fielder Tessa Dillon throws the ball home during a playoff game against Solvay at LeMoyne College. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Taking a swing at opposing teams Apr 6, 2008
With a rare win over league rival Skaneateles in the last part of the 2007 season, the Eagles finished with some success ... With a new coach in Tom Warner and a roster stuffed with new players, Skaneateles could do just that. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Bears Win Third Straight, 11-7 over Columbia Apr 6, 2008
Kelly's second of the game on another free-position shot gave the Bears a 3-2 lead and then junior (Skaneateles, NY) increased the lead to 4-2 with 1:50 left in the half. After Columbia's tying goal with 17:13 to play, junior (Worton, MD) gave Brown the lead for good, 6-5, with 11:42 remaining. (Brownbears.com)
Trying to stay on top Apr 4, 2008
With a winning 2007 record, the Eagles look to finish in the middle to upper part of he OHSL Liberty league, which also includes Skaneateles. The Eagles finished 5-3 last season and return Jeff Donohue (mid-distance), Jake Griffin (sprints), Donato DiRenzo (mid-distance) and Pat Cooper (throws). (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Eyes focused on big prize Apr 3, 2008
Last year the Skaneateles girls lacrosse team's season ended on a sour note for the first time since 2004. The Citizen file photoSkaneateles' Kelsey Nangle runs the ball down field against Nanuet in the Class C state semifinals at SUNY Cortland last season ... Skaneateles may have lost All-Americans Stephanie Rice and Libby Johnson to graduation, but the Lakers bring back more than enough talent to make another run at the state title as nine seniors return. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Lakers must reload offense Apr 2, 2008
After losing four major offensive players from last season, the Skaneateles boys lacrosse team will have to rely on its defense. The Citizen file photoSkaneateles' Patrick Emmer shoots on goal against Manlius Pebble Hill during a game last season. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Winter club worth a shot Apr 1, 2008
The league has 141 shooters involved from five different clubs: the Falcon Sportsman's Club, the Weedsport Rod and Gun Club, the Otisco Lake Rod and Gun Club, the Camillus Sportsmen's Club and the Skaneateles Rod and Gun Club. From those clubs, the league splits members into classes based on their scores on the first shoot. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Banned no more Apr 1, 2008
Skaneateles gallery hosts US debut of German artist once banned by the Nazis Monday, March 31, 2008By Ely Delman Contributing writer ... Forty of Dunkelsbuhler's paintings will be on display for the first time in the United States Saturday at The Athenaeum of Skaneateles ... The exhibition is sponsored by the Skaneateles Area Arts Council. (Syracuse.com)
Weedsport, Skaneateles teams qualify for O-M World Finals Mar 31, 2008
Three local teams -- two from Skaneateles and one from Weedsport -- earned the right to compete at the Odyssey of the Mind World Finals later this spring after strong performances Saturday at the O-M state championships. Of those the three teams, Skaneateles Middle School Team B, competing in the Road Rally Division II category, was the lone outright winner of a state title during the daylong competition held in Binghamton ... The Weedsport Junior/Senior High School Tee Structure Division III... (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Beats, building and brains Mar 31, 2008
The schools that placed in the top two in their division and in their problem category include: Skaneateles Middle School and State Street School in Skaneateles, Sherburne-Earlville Middle School, Sherburne-Earlville High School and Weedsport Junior/Senior High School. For a complete list of teams and order of finish in Saturday's competition, go to www. (Syracuse.com)
Vitkus Scores Three Second-Half Goals as Bears Upset #20 Dartmouth, 8-5 Mar 30, 2008
PROVIDENCE, RI - Junior leading scorer (Skaneateles, NY) scored three goals in the decisive second half to help lead the Brown women's lacrosse team (4-5, 1-1) to an 8-5 upset over 20th-ranked Dartmouth (4-4, 1-2) on Saturday afternoon at Brown's Berylson Family Fields. In addition to Vitkus' three goals, junior (Hillsborough, NJ) added two, while junior (Marlton, NJ) had a goal and an assist. (Brownbears.com)
Leader of Lakers ice show Mar 29, 2008
Sam Tenney / The Citizen Skaneateles forward Keith Buehler is the The Citizen hockey player of the year. I learned a few new moves from him this year, said Skaneateles hockey coach Mitch Major of his star forward ... He scored Skaneateles' first goal of the game before taking a hit so hard he had to leave the ice. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Skaneateles teacher pleads guilty to having an inappropriate relationship with an underage girl. Mar 28, 2008
com - Skaneateles teacher pleads guilty to having an inappropriate relationship with an underage girl ... Skaneateles teacher pleads guilty to having an inappropriate relationship with an underage girl ... SKANEATELES -- A school district may have a resolution soon as it expects a letter of resignation from a teacher who pleaded guilty to having an inappropriate relationship with an underage girl. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Live, it's Suzy's Mar 27, 2008
Chet Susslin / The CitizenDiane and Steve Mueller, of Skaneateles, dance to Phil Petroff al Fact, at Suzy's Tavern Friday night. Joe Chindamo took over the space in December and added Suzy's to a long list of names the building has sported in years past, most recently Friend's. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Active anniversary Mar 26, 2008
Photo providedJulie Sharpe discusses the benefits of massage therapy for cancer patients during an educational event in November sponsored by weCAre, a cancer support group in Skaneateles ... A year ago, Pfau and a group of people from Skaneateles decided to help fill in the blanks for local people touched by cancer ... The idea for a cancer support group in Skaneateles was originally inspired by Marilyn Stregiel, a mutual friend of some of the founders. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Estabrook: Sennett zoning dispute absurd Mar 25, 2008
Rivaling the wide variety of eateries in nearby Auburn and Skaneateles, it doesn't make sense to squabble over an establishment that can only improve Sennett's coffers. I swear, Ryback roperties would have an easier time erecting a Hooters in Auburn than a family restaurant in Sennett. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Leveille, Orange cruise Mar 23, 2008
Skaneateles graduate Steve Babbles had an assist in the game, while Jordan-Elbridge's Kyle Guadagnolo had a ground ball. Ten different Orange players found the net. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
The Citizen All-Stars Mar 22, 2008
Skaneateles Sr. 1600m ... Skaneateles Sr. Pole Vault ... Skaneateles 4 x 800 relay. (Auburn Citizen, NY)