Evans scores four goals for Arsenal Nov 11, 2008
Skaneateles 4, Auburn White 3. Auburn's Katie Tonzi scored two goals, Connor Delaney netted a goal and Erin Gordon, Nicole Baim and Marissa Rescott each contributed an assist. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Leaders get first-hand look at Guard's mission Nov 10, 2008
Skaneateles resident John Paddock has participated in his share of training missions even before the event, first as member of the military for more than 35 years, and then as a ESGR central New York member ... Other participants included Skaneateles Area Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Sue Dove, Onondaga County Executive Joanie Mahoney, Onondaga County District Attorney William Fitzpatrick, among many others ... Pete Sheedy was able to go to the training through his work as a Skaneateles... (Auburn Citizen, NY)
‘Strength and Serenity' Nov 10, 2008
SKANEATELES When more than five women in Sara Davenport's life were battling cancer at the same time, she turned to what she has always done to show her support she painted ... The Skaneateles artist created Strength and Serenity, which honors women who have battled breast cancer. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
One shot ends Lakers' season Nov 9, 2008
ONEONTA For nearly 93 minutes, the Skaneateles boys soccer team manhandled Chenango Forks. Chet Susslin / The Citizen Skaneateles soccer players line up to congratulate Chenango Forks after losing 1-0 in overtime in the first round of the NYSPHSAA playoffs in Oneonta ... In a similar matter as when the Lakers overpowered Mount Markham, Lowville and South Jefferson to earn their first Section III, Class B title in 19 years, Skaneateles (13-6-3) relentlessly competed in the NYSPHSAA quarterfinal... (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Stanton, Hosie shine at states Nov 9, 2008
Skaneateles' Hosie just missed states last season, but didn't disappoint in her first experience. Hosie took sixth overall in Class D with a time of 20:10. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Cato man dies in farming accident Nov 8, 2008
Auburn resident John Rice, 16, was critically injured Oct. 15 when he was ejected from a tractor in Skaneateles, according to Onondaga County sheriff's officials. VanNorstrand was a longtime member of the Cato Fire Department and Cato Rotary Club. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
State narrows truck restriction plans Nov 8, 2008
While Skaneateles Village Mayor Bob Green had not heard the latest development, he wasn't surprised ... I think as long as 41 and 41A stay on the list, then the truck traffic through Skaneateles will be substantially reduced, Green said ... Without the ability to travel on those two streets that run along Skaneateles Lake, garbage trucks would have to connect with Route 20 from Route 81 in Lafayette. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
The Young Pro Nov 8, 2008
Saturday, August 2, 2008 12:10 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)
Running for gold Nov 7, 2008
The Citizen file photo Leading the pack of the girls race in the OHSL Championships in October, Tully junior Kelseigh Groth, left, and Skaneateles senior Rachel Hosie finish third and second respectively ... Skaneateles' Rachel Hosie earned a third place finish in the Section III, Class C meet (19:41. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Not watered down Nov 6, 2008
While the diving competition began on Wednesday, the swim portion starts this morning and look for both Auburn and Skaneateles to finish among the top teams in their respective classes ... Our goal this year is to finish in the top three, Skaneateles coach Jill King said ... Cannie will be competing in Class B and her swim will not count towards Skaneateles' team score. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Youth not a problem for Lakers Nov 5, 2008
The last time the Skaneateles boys soccer team won a Section III, Class B title, most of the current Lakers weren't even born yet ... But on Monday, Skaneateles shattered that drought with a 3-0 victory over South Jefferson to claim the sectional title ... In sectional play, the Skaneateles defense allowed only two regulation goals in four games. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Sharing the bounty Nov 5, 2008
SKANEATELES Weeks before most people will begin planning their Thanksgiving feasts, a local effort is trying to make them realize others may not have enough money for holiday dinners. The Citizen file photoJudy Gelston and Debbie Fratter, co-chairs of the Skaneateles Ecumenical Food Pantry, check food pantry shelves ... Then, employees and customers are encouraged to provide nonperishable items to complete the meal for the Skaneateles Ecumenical Food Pantry. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Guy Cosentino: The other campaign goes on Nov 5, 2008
The United Way was told that the normal campaign that occurs at Honeywell, in Skaneateles Falls, a company that employs roughly the same number of Cayuga and Onondaga county residents, was not going to allow the local United Ways, as the previous owners did, to do their annual asks on site. This was not because Honeywell is a bad company or a non giving one; they just have a different corporate process on how they aid not-for-profits. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Minnoe advances Oct 29, 2008
The Auburn eighth-grader easily handled Skaneateles' Amrita Deol, 6-1, 6-1, in the semifinals of the Section III State Tennis Qualifier, Tuesday in Syracuse ... In other tennis action, Skaneateles had two opportunities to qualify for states but couldn't pull it off. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Candidates differ on their goals for seat Oct 27, 2008
The candidates, Dan Maffei (D), Dale Sweetland (R and Conservative) and Howie Hawkins (Green Populist), all say they are the candidate who could best serve the 25th U.S. Congressional District, which includes Skaneateles and the northern part of Cayuga County. The winner will replace the retiring Jim Walsh (R), who has served in the House for 20 years. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Skaneateles bridge needs repairs Oct 23, 2008
SKANEATELES # Residents may see a change to traffic on Sheldon Road in Skaneateles as the town reacts to a warning that it has to repair or rebuild the street's bridge ... The town Board of Trustees has set a public hearing to discuss applying for a temporary five-ton weight limit for the Sheldon Road bridge until crews fix the structure that crosses Skaneateles Creek. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Championship racing in rain Oct 23, 2008
Chet Susslin / The CitizenRachel Hosie (611), a Skaneateles senior, runs at the head of the pack at the OHSL cross country championships on Wednesday ... Skaneateles fell in 17th place overall recording 474 points ... Skaneateles came in fourth with 157 points, but Lakers senior Rachel Hosie finished in a close second place (19:30. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Postseason push Oct 21, 2008
The Skaneateles girls soccer team has taken its season in an entirely new direction, and it led the Lakers to the Section III, Class B playoffs. The Citizen file photo Skaneateles' Emily Devins, right, jumps to head the ball as Jordan-Elbridge's Emily Bates defends during a Sept. 18 game in Jordan ... Skaneateles was primarily a defensive team, but lately has displayed an aggressive offense that looks to score more goals. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Emanuel leaving Auburn for Glens Falls Oct 21, 2008
He oversaw The Citizen's shift from an afternoon to a morning publication and the creation of the Skaneateles Journal, a weekly newspaper. Because that impact was not a one-way street, Emanuel said he would never forget the people he met in the county. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Maroons, Lakers, Eagles get home crossover games Oct 21, 2008
Skaneateles and Jordan-Elbridge also were awarded home crossover games ... Skaneateles (1-6) has lost three straight games. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Laker Limo man Oct 18, 2008
Former Skaneateles resident Ben DiNardo was indeed a compassionate man. Photo provided Laker Limo and Skaneateles Country Club officials get together to honor long-time golfer and volunteer Ben DiNardo with a plaque and tree ... When he wasn't doing that, he could often be seen hitting the links at Skaneateles Country Club. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
‘A sense of belonging' Oct 17, 2008
SKANEATELES # Giving back to the community and helping those in need are philosophies Amber Smith truly takes to heart ... Smith, a student at the Cayuga-Onondaga Board of Cooperative Educational Services' alternative half-day middle school housed at the First Presbyterian Church in Skaneateles # and her fellow classmates spent last week picking apples and baking apple crisps to donate to local human services organizations. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Auburn teen injured in Skaneateles farm accident Oct 16, 2008
An Auburn teenager was critically injured in a farm accident in the town of Skaneateles early Wednesday afternoon. Onondaga County Sheriff's Deputies said at approximately 2:45 p.m., John Rice, 16, of Auburn, lost control of a tractor he was operating at the Cargile Farm, 3905 Gully Road. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Skaneateles cancels plan to sell bucket truck Oct 14, 2008
SKANEATELES It will be at least another month before a new bucket truck can be available to handle the village of Skaneateles' electrical and lighting needs after the village board of trustees decided on Monday to accept one of two proposed bids to build the vehicle. Mayor Bob Green said the village had accepted a bid for 165,000 and the board would need to take out a five-year statutory installment bond for the new truck after they traded the old one in for 10,500. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Final exam time Oct 13, 2008
This year Skaneateles has been very nice to let us go out there and use their diving board, Clary said. In the past we had gone out to Weedsport. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
‘Be fair to those who give care' Oct 11, 2008
SKANEATELES A Syracuse health-care management company is not being fair in the way it funds an area nursing home, according to a local health-care workers union. The union took its concerns to the public Friday when about 25 members of 1199 SEIU United Healthcare Workers East gathered in front of The Athenaeum of Skaneateles, an exclusive adult home ... The Skaneateles home, which boasts elegant dining and salon and spa services, is operated by Peregrine Properties of Skaneateles. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Second-half surge lifts Lakers Oct 7, 2008
Jordan-Elbridge held the lead at halftime, but Skaneateles wasn't ready to pack it in. Jill Connor / The Citizen Jordan-Elbridge goalie Emily Dillon makes a save in the first half against Skaneateles on Monday ... The Lakers misfired on first-half opportunities, but second-half goals by Grace Van Der Ven and Destin VanTyle propeled Skaneateles to a 2-1 win over the Eagles, Monday. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Mottville man dies in car crash in Conquest Oct 7, 2008
Weigand, who was described as a motocross enthusiast, had been employed at KEM Enterprises in Skaneateles Falls, according to an obituary published Monday. . (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Vintage Train Rides in the New York... Oct 5, 2008
The standing depots include Martisco, Skaneateles Junction, Village of Cayuga, Seneca Falls, Clifton Springs, Shortsville, Canandaigua and Watkins Glen. Finger Lakes Scenic Railway offers regular excursions and special events. (Suite101.com)
Time is right for Auburn's Ganey Oct 3, 2008
And while Ganey would go on to play freshman baseball, much of his focus remained on hockey, playing with a junior team out of Skaneateles during his high school years. After graduating, Ganey went to then Auburn Community College and took a job with the National Bank of Auburn and would go on to further his banking career, studying in the bank management program through Fairfield University in Wisconsin. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
DA impersonator receives two to four years in prison Oct 3, 2008
Two codefendants in the latest case, Jessi L. Vasquez, 19, and Joshua M. Abrams, 20, both of 656 School St., Skaneateles Falls, at the time of their arrest, have also been charged, authorities said. Also in court. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
A colorful show Sep 25, 2008
The trip starts in Camillus and travels west to Skaneateles Junction for a stop and photo run-by. The next stop is in Auburn for a whistle stop, planned to pick up passengers from Auburn for a shorter round-trip ride. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Truck industry says law would increase costs Sep 25, 2008
But Skaneateles village Mayor Bob Green said that many smaller communities have already tried that approach ... For Skaneateles, the trucking issue came down to general quality of life because of noise pollution, and environmental and health concerns due to carbon dioxide and the risk of toxic spills, Green said. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Slicing the competition Sep 24, 2008
SKANEATELES When Gabriel Lewis tells people that she works in a butcher shop, she gets a lot of strange looks, but Hook er, the new shop in Skaneateles that features organic meat and fish, isn't like other meat markets. Chet Susslin / The CitizenChristopher Brown, left, and Matthew Maggio stand in front of their recently opened organic butcher shop Hook er in Skaneateles ... Christopher Brown and Matthew Maggio, the store owners, strive to give Skaneateles shoppers the opportunity to buy meat... (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Stanton leads Eagles to dual meet victory Sep 24, 2008
Cody Stanton kicked off league competition with a first-place finish (16:02) for the Jordan-Elbridge boys cross country team in an 18-45 over Skaneateles and a 19-44 victory over Solvay, Tuesday. The Lakers' Calvin Davis was second (16:21) and the Eagles' Mike Marrero finished third (16:41). (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Opposite attraction Sep 22, 2008
But for Skaneateles resident Stephen Ryan, having a successful career has been the result of doing quite the opposite ... Ryan currently has a graphic design studio in Skaneateles, and he is an adjunct professor of art at Onondaga Community College. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Skaneateles aims to preserve open spaces Sep 22, 2008
With rolling hills and beautiful landscapes overlooking a pristine lake, undeveloped land plays an important role in the town of Skaneateles ... The state has a farm land protection program just for agricultural land, but the program is competitive too competitive for Skaneateles' high property value, he said ... Skaneateles#, committee will look at dozens of factors and features to decide how to prioritize land to preserve. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Maroons, Lakers dominate water Sep 18, 2008
Skaneateles 99, Manlius Pebble Hill 73 ... Also earning first place finishes for Skaneateles was Holly Ross in the 50 freestyle (28 ... Skaneateles 4, Hannibal 0. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Lakers break out on offense Sep 16, 2008
Amanda Gray found the net three times and the Skaneateles girls soccer team dominated rival Jordan-Elbridge in an 8-1 victory Monday at Jordan-Elbridge High School. Jill Connor / The Citizen Skaneateles' Brooke McNeilly falls while taking a shot on goal as Jordan-Elbridge players Hanne Bailey (4) and Julia Shafer (19) play defense during Monday's game at Jordan-Elbridge High School ... At first we were kind of shook up because they are really quick players, Skaneateles head coach Lauren Wiese... (Auburn Citizen, NY)
A mighty wind Sep 16, 2008
According to the National Weather Service, winds from the storm reached 49 mph in Port Byron between 2 and 4 a.m. Skaneateles saw 46 mph winds, and unofficial records show winds in Auburn gusting at up to 43 mph, weather service officials reported Monday ... Jordan-Elbridge Central schools started two hours late, Skaneateles Central School District saw a one-hour delay and students from A.J. Smith Elementary School in Union Springs were bussed to the high school until power was restored. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Country competition Sep 15, 2008
In August, Horner along with her band, The Sarah Horner Band, comprised of sister Chelsea and guitarist Greg Carroll and bassist Shane Aaserud, both of Skaneateles won the Colgate Country Showdown in Dansville, securing their spot in the Northeast finals of the competition to be held in Marietta, Ohio Oct. 25 ... Since the band formed and began to find its sound and direction, they began playing locally at clubs in and around Syracuse, Ithaca, Skaneateles and Auburn. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Public hearing on trucks to be held Sept. 24 Sep 13, 2008
The proposal would establish a hierarchy for truck routes, and large trucks traveling through the state will have to remain on interstate highways for much of their travel, according to the DOT. Gov. David Paterson visited Skaneateles in May to announce the coming restrictions for trash trucks driving from downstate to upstate landfills. The meeting will begin at 6 p.m. in the Martha Eddy Room of the state fairgrounds' Art and Home Center Building. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Our View: Skaneateles wise to ponder noise problem Sep 10, 2008
While some Skaneateles residents want to see outdoor construction projects and the noise they create limited to certain times of the day, we hope contractors and do-it-yourselfers alike won't all have to be affected by a new law. We have no doubt that peoples' lives are being disrupted by an ongoing construction project, and we're certainly not belittling the concerns of the 17 residents of West Lake Street who signed a petition asking the village board to limit early morning and late afternoon... (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Skaneateles could limit hours for construction Sep 8, 2008
SKANEATELES Do-it-yourselfers in this lakeside village might soon find their weekend project time limited. The Skaneateles village board is holding a public hearing tonight on a proposed regulation that would limit hours for construction in the village ... Anyone who works beyond the permitted hours might be cited and required to pay a fine determined by the Skaneateles Town Court. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
This day, old is new again Sep 8, 2008
In the kitchen, Nancy Taylor, of Skaneateles, demonstrated how to darn socks and reminisced about her grandmother's aprons. At the table next door, Martha Shaw talked to visitors about rug hooking. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Art festival marks wine trail Sep 7, 2008
Other artisans traveled from Skaneateles to attend the day's festivities. Skaneateles Artisans has eight people at the festival out of its 31 members, said Steven Fland, who organized the group's participation. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
McGrath remembers Auburn fondly Sep 4, 2008
McGrath went on to earn his masters in Albany and then began his teaching and coaching career at Skaneateles. McGrath coached JV basketball for two seasons before going on to coach the varsity for three successful seasons. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Lakers battle, fall to Warriors Sep 4, 2008
Destin VanTyle tried to rally the Skaneateles girls soccer team past Westhill, but fell short 4-3, Wednesday. Chet Susslin / The CitizenSkaneateles junior Destin VanTyle ties the game at two in the second half in the Lakers first game of the season against Westhill in Skaneateles, Wednesday ... Skaneateles will look to focus on moving the ball more effectively. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Schumer says Tubman Home status is advancing Sep 4, 2008
Schumer and Gov. David Paterson visited Skaneateles in May to announce the state Department of Transportation would produce more restrictive rules for trash trucks driving from downstate to upstate landfills. The regulations have been drafted, Schumer said, and the DOT will hold hearings throughout the region before they can become law. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Our View: Local elections must focus on the economy, too Sep 3, 2008
Fingerlakes Mall is about to lose a major retailer (Steve 's), TRW Automotive just announced a second wave of layoffs this summer, the nearby Honeywell plant in Skaneateles Falls is moving production to China. These announcements just get reinforced every month when the state Department of Labor comes out with its job market data. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Public will have chance to comment on mining in Skaneateles Sep 2, 2008
The public will weigh in next month on the Skaneateles Town Board's pending decision whether to repeal the current mining regulation in favor of a floating zone. If approved, the mining floating zone would replace the current policy, named the orange alternative. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Swim caps off active weekend in Skaneateles Sep 1, 2008
SKANEATELES Early Sunday morning, to the sound of clanging cowbells on the shores of Clift Park, more than 190 swimmers dove into the placid waters of Skaneateles Lake for the annual Escape The Judge one-mile swim ... That's a fact many swimmers such as Jeff Davis, of Skaneateles, are supportive and appreciative of ... It kicks off in the waters near the Skaneateles Country Club, bringing competitors into the shores at Clift Park, before a 50-yard dash to the finish line near the village gazebo.... (Auburn Citizen, NY)
City ponders its future Aug 28, 2008
Sam Tenney / The CitizenLea Abbott, right, an Auburn native and business consultant from Skaneateles, addresses Auburn's city council during a strategic planning session Wednesday afternoon at the Seward House Museum. These were all suggestions given Wednesday by city officials who were asked how they would like Auburn to be described 10 years from now. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Working out at work Aug 26, 2008
SKANEATELES According to recent statistics published by the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, the occurrence of obesity in U.S. citizens has risen exponentially in the past decade. Sam Tenney / The Citizen Ed Zobel, a senior complaint investigator at Welch Allyn, works and works out simultaneously using his treadmill desk. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
City council to discuss Auburn's long-term goals Aug 23, 2008
Lea Abbott, a business consultant from Skaneateles, said Friday that the meeting will allow city council and management to explore Auburn's long-term goals ... A similar strategic retreat at Stella Maris in Skaneateles was planned earlier this year. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Auburn council will hold strategic retreat Aug 22, 2008
A similar strategic retreat at Stella Maris in Skaneateles was planned earlier this year. However, the event was postponed after the city did not offer proper notification to the public. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
The Young Pro Aug 22, 2008
Saturday, August 2, 2008 12:10 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)
Football players back on gridiron Aug 19, 2008
In Auburn and Skaneateles, the day simply marked the culmination of a busy offseason ... In a tough Section III, B West, Skaneateles head coach John King knows the road ahead will be tough as usual ... No longer a Skaneateles division rival, Jordan-Elbridge began its season as a Section III, Class C West contender, with Cato-Meridian and Port Byron. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Council Votes on Midtown, Curfew Aug 13, 2008
" Rochester police evacuated a family from their home as they worked to make some robbery arrests early Tuesday morning. Reality TV is popular primetime viewing these days. At the Aork, real police officers are featured in crime dramas produced at actual homicide scenes. Monroe Community College's longest serving president Thomas Flynn attended his last board of trustees meeting Monday night. As he helped the board close that chapter, he also helped open a new one - its second presidential... (R News)
A long and healing road Aug 13, 2008
The brothers chose Highway 20 in part because they grew up along it in Skaneateles, N.Y., in the center of the state. Despite constant aches in his back, headaches and vertigo, Pearson so far is enjoying the ride and looking forward to taking in mountain views in the next several days. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
State high school graduation rates rising slowly Aug 12, 2008
At the other end of the spectrum, nearly every student in the Weedsport and Skaneateles Central School Districts graduated in 2007, with the drop-out rate at just 2 percent. Statewide graduation rates, while still low in some poorer schools, rose substantially after a fifth and sixth year. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Jurors Screened in Ex-Sheriff Case Aug 12, 2008
"But I think the trust is back. Others say the case forced people pay more attention to what their leaders are doing. I hope it does, said Brad Voorhees. I hope people pay closer attention to our authority. Jury selection in Connolly's trial will likely be a slow process. Potential jurors are being questioned individually. Prosecutor Mike Tantillo says it is likely a full jury won't be seated until later in the week. svja Email this Story to a Friend Print Friendly Version Reality... (R News)
State Releases Graduation Rates Aug 12, 2008
" A 30 percent increase in five years is needed to reach that goal. He plans to talk more about launching a few new programs, including a data tracking system for high schoolers to help re-engage students who may have been looked over in the past. If youd like to check your school districts graduation rate, visit the link below. Email this Story to a Friend Print Friendly Version Reality TV is popular primetime viewing these days. At the Aork, real police officers are featured in crime... (R News)
Crime Show Coming to Rochester Aug 12, 2008
"Anytime you can get that message out there in as many venues as possible I think it's great, it has positive results, Markert said. I think it will show the city in both a positive light here locally and nationally. Crime 360 airs Thursdays at 11:00 p.m. on the Aork. mrh/mmc Email this Story to a Friend Print Friendly Version Reality TV is popular primetime viewing these days. At the Aork, real police officers are featured in crime dramas produced at actual homicide scenes.... (R News)
Paterson Cuts $6.4M in Rochester Aid Aug 12, 2008
Most of it was to arrive for city services under what is known as "AIM aid, which goes directly to city services. It's the funding Duffy has fought the last two years to get more of for Rochester because the Flower City receives the least of any other upstate city. On the one hand, we've fought very hard to get that increase and that has been hit hard in this proposed cut, Duffy said. Duffy hopes the Paterson administration cuts spending equally across New York. Rochester has already... (R News)
