U.S. Rep. Elise Stefanik and her husband, Matthew Manda, welcomed their first child on Friday.

NEW YORK — Gov. Andrew Cuomo is facing blistering criticism over an internal report that found a controversial state directive that sent thousands of recovering coronavirus patients into nursing homes

Two New York members of Congress will have prominent roles at the Republican National Convention this week.

Howie Hawkins is humbled. This was a possibility when he launched his campaign in April 2019, but he had to win the support of voters in the party he co-founded.

U.S. Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand expressed concern about a paid family leave proposal being drafted by U.S. Sen. Marco Rubio with the support of Ivanka Trump.

U.S. Rep. Lee Zeldin is getting a head start in his bid to unseat Gov. Andrew Cuomo in the 2022 gubernatorial election.

ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) — New York became the first U.S. state to ban the declawing of cats Monday, joining most of Europe, several Canadian provinces and a growing list of

The House of Representatives on Wednesday passed three bills supported by U.S. Rep. John Katko to strengthen mental health services in central New York and across the country.

With limited time remaining on the athletic calendar, athletic administrators and politicians to Gov. Andrew Cuomo on winter high school sports: Let them play.

“Spencer” is a mesmerizing film about Princess Diana. The film gets at the heart of the problem and isn’t afraid to place blame. Look for Kristen Stewart to pop up

Today's other top stories include a look at how the U.S. keeps funding Ukraine's military — even as it says it's out of money — and potential obstacles for Donald Trump's first criminal trial. Get...

The Journal’s Bruce Miller talks to actors Matt Cornett who plays “E.J.” and Sofia Wylie who plays “Gina” about their roles in “High School Musical: The Musical: The Series."

The Auburn High football team's season looked to be over as the Maroons trailed Indian River 45-13 in the third quarter in a Section III, Class A semifinal on Friday

State Sen. Pam Helming and Angi Renna teamed with other Republican candidates and state senators to release their women in business agenda this week.

During college, Democratic congressional candidate Dana Balter worked as a server at a local bar and restaurant. Now, instead of serving tables, she wants to serve as the 24th Congressional

U.S. Rep. John Katko voted on Friday for legislation that will increase federal investment in apprenticeship programs.

NEW YORK — Tim Locastro shook off the nerves and achieved a milestone he'll never forget.

Thousands of pounds of food have been donated by upstate New York farms to New York City through a partnership between the farms and state Sen. Jessica Ramos.

U.S. Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand has insisted that she is focused on her 2018 re-election campaign and not on a potential run for president in 2020. But her Republican challenger, Chele

First lady Dr. Jill Biden will be in upstate New York on Monday to meet with military families at Fort Drum, a U.S. Army base near Watertown.

Pegula Sports and Entertainment, the team’s owners, have pitched a $1.5 billion proposal for a new stadium in Orchard Park and to help cover some renovation costs at KeyBank Center

Robert Harding's coverage of the 2020 race for the 24th Congressional District earned finalist recognition for a national political reporting award.

New York state's approach to indoor sports remains a head-scratcher, writes sports reporter Justin Ritzel.

Skaneateles' Charlie Russell is The Citizen's Ice Hockey Player of the Year.

In the first week of Mental Health Awareness Month, U.S. Rep. John Katko is reintroducing a bill to increase funding for suicide crisis centers.

Republican leaders in the 24th Congressional District are uniting behind U.S. Rep. Claudia Tenney after Mario Fratto launched his GOP primary challenge this week.

Cole Johnson, a 2015 Moravia graduate, is showcasing a film that looks back on the school's varsity basketball history, highlighting the 2017 state title season.

Hunter Duger never forgot when his wrestling teammate Nick Campagnola would take Hunter to his house for peanut butter sandwiches before matches.

For his fourth term in Congress, U.S. Rep. John Katko is staying on the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee.

Today is the first day since March 2020 that tenants in New York state can be legally evicted from their residences.

I know there are those who hoped that Rep. John Katko's recent vote on impeachment marked some kind of new approach to representing the people of NY-24. Unfortunately, his statement

New Yorkers will now have additional time to register to vote before an election.

New York State United Teachers is backing a handful of candidates in Cayuga County-area elections, including Democratic challenger Dana Balter for the 24th Congressional District seat.

For most pro wrestlers, the ultimate prize is a world championship.

Former Syracuse quarterback Eric Dungey has been on an emotional ride that would test the mettle of most.

There was no love lost between Route 20 hockey rivals Auburn and Skaneateles as the two teams fought it out on the ice, literally. During the third period a scuffle

State Sen. John Mannion, a Syracuse-area Democrat, is the latest lawmaker calling for Gov. Andrew Cuomo to resign.

For the fifth time in program history, and third time since 2015, Skaneateles hockey is the NYSPHSAA Division II champions.

Auburn native Tim Locastro is back in the major leagues as he was called up by the Los Angeles Dodgers on Thursday.

Howie Hawkins, of Syracuse, has been a candidate for several federal, state and local offices over the last three decades. He's now the Green Party presidential nominee.

Two New York lawmakers will propose legislation that would alter the Department of Veterans Affairs' mission statement to be more inclusive and recognize women veterans.

AUBURN — Two teams of Auburn public servants came together to honor a dearly missed young woman Friday night

AUBURN — As he accepted a $15,000 donation to Nick's Ride 4 Friends Tuesday, Joel Campagnola held up a copy of that day's The Citizen and pointed to the headline:

Sarah Klee Hood is a working mother and an elected official, two traits that she believes put her in a strong position as she vies to represent central New York

Spc. Justin Grennell is honored with a military escort through the village of Port Byron on March 23 to Audioun Funeral Home. Grennell, 26, passed away unexpectedly on March 11

On the heels of an unprecedented season, Union Springs girls basketball continues to pile up the accolades.

ORCHARD PARK — Mary Wilson is taken aback by how many people have begun noticing the clutch, emblazoned with the Bills' charging buffalo logo, she carries while running errands from

It's obviously a huge story when the vice president of the United States comes to town, and the staff who helped cover the story of Mike Pence's visit to Auburn

The Citizen staff photographer Kevin Rivoli has again been named the National Press Photographers Association Photographer of the Year in the New York/International Region.

Following a bipartisan trip to Puerto Rico, U.S. Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand is calling on Congress to develop a blueprint for rebuilding the island ravaged by two hurricanes last month.

U.S. Rep. John Katko, a Republican who endorsed President Donald Trump for reelection in 2020, said Tuesday that he will vote to impeach Trump for inciting last week's attack on

UNION SPRINGS — Emma Lutkins, valedictorian of Union Springs Central School, took a bit of an unconventional approach to her speech.

AUBURN — Over 1,300 people attended the opening reception for the "Both Ends of the Rainbow" and "The Three Lakes Sampler" annual community exhibits at the Schweinfurth Memorial Art Center

In 1985, some 23,000 residents of Armero, Colombia, died when a volcanic mudslide buried the city, and more events that happened on this day in history.

More than two dozen Section III softball players earned all-league honors last spring.

Maddy Ramsgard scored her 1,000th career point on a 3-pointer in the second quarter as the Skaneateles girls basketball team defeated Syracuse Academy of Science 61-24 on Tuesday night.

Skaneateles boys soccer won its third straight Class B title, defeating Our Lady of Lourdes 1-0 on Sunday morning. The Lakers become only the third boys soccer team in New

Skaneateles girls lacrosse won with defense when necessary, and won with offense when necessary.

After Auburn native Tim Locastro broke a major league record Saturday, the National Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown wants his cleats.

Weedsport's Suzie Nemec is The Citizen's Girls Basketball Player of the Year.

AUBURN — A group of participants crowded Exchange Street outside of Auburn Public Theater Sunday morning at the inaugural Walk to End Lupus in Auburn. Together, decked in purple "End

SYRACUSE — Three decades ago, Francis Conole was a young boy buying candy and running the long aisle at Durston's. Now, his campaign office occupies the same space.

AUBURN — Michele Andreassen suddenly heard a symphony of car horns blaring outside of her Auburn home Friday afternoon. When she went outside with her family, she was greeted by

Sometimes all it takes is a vote of confidence.

Here are some of the notable people celebrating birthdays today including Celine Dion, Fiona Gubelmann, Joey Castillo, Mark Consuelos, NF, Paul Reiser, Richard Rawlings and Thomas Rhett.

U.S. Rep. Claudia Tenney is hoping tennis star Novak Djokovic will be allowed to play at the U.S. Open, the final Grand Slam tournament of the year.

Pitcher Cregg Scherrer pitched a nearly flawless game as Skaneateles baseball picked up a dramatic 1-0 win in eight innings over Camden in the Section III, Class B quarterfinals Wednesday

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Melina Carnicelli was the first woman elected mayor of Auburn. In 2020, she hopes Dana Balter will become the first woman elected to represent the city in Congress.

The Citizen's Football Player of the Year is Isiah Council.