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Cayuga Museum expands West End Arts Campus, showcases local history and emerging artists
The Cayuga Museum of History and Art continues to evolve as a cultural cornerstone of Auburn, expanding its reach through new exhibits, events, and the completion of the West End Arts Campus. Geoffrey Starks, the ... more
May pushes for long-overdue highway funding boost: Auburn could benefit
New York cities haven’t seen an increase in state aid for highway maintenance since 1987—but that could soon change, according to The Citizen. State Sen. Rachel May has reintroduced a bill to raise the reimbursement ... more
Auburn school district plans $7.2M emergency upgrade
Auburn school district residents will vote in May on a $7.2 million emergency project to replace failing ventilation systems in four elementary schools, according to The Citizen. The project targets about 100 unit ventilators that ... more
Auburn police plan to buy armored rescue vehicle
Auburn police are preparing to purchase an armored vehicle for their emergency response team—but they emphasize it’s not a tank. According to reporting by The Citizen this week, the department plans to use over $300,000 ... more
Auburn man now faces homicide charge in fatal crash
An Auburn man accused of striking and killing a pedestrian earlier this year is now facing an upgraded charge of aggravated vehicular homicide, according to authorities. Christopher G. Dewitt, 31, was initially charged with vehicular ... more
Auburn YMCA sees membership growth, facility upgrades, and new camp opportunities
The Auburn YMCA is experiencing significant growth, marked by an increase in membership, facility upgrades, and an evolving camp program, according to YMCA board president Robert Scarbrough and Camp and Family Programs Director Gracie Murphy ... more
Auburn nurse admits to stealing from hospital patients
An Auburn nurse has pleaded guilty to identity theft after stealing credit cards from patients at a Syracuse hospital and must now give up her nursing license and repay over $9,000. Kelly Churney, charged with ... more
DEC cleans up pesticide spill on busy Auburn street
A pesticide spill outside an Auburn home disrupted traffic Tuesday afternoon as crews worked to contain the flow of fungicide down a driveway and onto Grant Avenue. The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation ... more
Seven Auburn police officers disciplined after off-duty bar fight
Seven Auburn police officers faced disciplinary action for their involvement in an off-duty bar fight last October, according to reporting by The Citizen. Consequences ranged from suspensions to demotions, with two officers found to have ... more
Visitation resumes at NY prisons after officer strike
Most New York prisons, including Auburn and Cayuga correctional facilities, reopened to visitors after a three-week correction officer strike ended on March 10, The Citizen reported. The Department of Corrections and Community Supervision warned visits ... more
City manager appointment, rescue vehicle discussion headline Auburn City Council agenda
Days after a heated public comment session and approval of a land sale and plumbing code revisions at last week’s Auburn City Council meeting, the Council will return to Memorial City Hall this Thursday, March ... more
Auburn man arrested on felony charges after domestic incident
Cayuga County Sheriff Brian Schenck has announced the arrest of an Auburn man following a domestic violence incident in the Town of Fleming. Deputies arrested Justin K. Nwajei, 33, on March 20, charging him with ... more
Auburn Police report rise in calls and arrests, welcome new recruits
The Auburn Police Department responded to more than 2,300 calls for service in February, issued nearly 400 parking tickets, and welcomed five new recruits as part of a busy month detailed in its latest activity ... more
Auburn City Council approves land sale, hears frustrated public over prison strikes
The Auburn City Council approved a trio of resolutions Thursday evening, including the sale of a city-owned lot, updates to the city's plumbing regulations, and a contract award for a regional watershed study. But the ... more
Auburn man charged with attempted robbery after threatening victims with knife
An Auburn man was arrested after allegedly threatening victims with a knife during an attempted robbery at a Clark Street residence. Zackary Harvey was taken into custody early Saturday morning, March 15, following a 911 ... more
Auburn man arrested on felony drug charge after raid by Finger Lakes task force
An Auburn man is facing a felony drug charge following a raid on his home by the Finger Lakes Drug Task Force. Michael E. Stanton Sr., 51, was arrested March 20 after investigators executed a ... more
Auburn man accused of stealing over $3,000 from grandmother, attempts escape while in custody
An Auburn man is facing multiple felony and misdemeanor charges after allegedly stealing thousands of dollars from his grandmother and trying to escape police custody. Adam Birtwell was arrested March 19 following a fraud complaint ... more
Owasco man charged after violating order of protection during custody exchange
A man from the town of Owasco is facing multiple charges after allegedly attempting to strike a former partner during a custody exchange on March 17 — a violation of an active order of protection ... more
Auburn highlights its historic sites as a must-visit destination
Known as “History’s Hometown,” Auburn is inviting visitors to explore its deep connections to America’s fight for freedom, innovation, and progress. From the legacy of Harriet Tubman to pioneering advancements in film technology, this Finger ... more
