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New fire boat arrives for IFD

Marine 1 replaces an older boat the Ithaca Fire Department was using for patrols on Cayuga Lake.

16 hours ago in

Binghamton mayor welcomes new police officers

Over a dozen new members are joining the city's police force.

17 hours ago in

Ithaca College football wins 6th straight game

The Bombers put away Union College in the fourth quarter.

19 hours ago in Entertainment

‘You Can See Everything’ surges with $19.5M at box office; ‘Clayface’ takes No. 1

DC Studios scored a modest, R-rated win with "Clayface," landing a $24 million opening weekend, according to studio estimates Sunday. But the biggest success story in theaters remained A24's Elizabeth Holmes documentary "You Can See Everything," which pulled in $19.5 million in its first weekend of wide release.

19 hours ago in Lifestyle, Trending

Halloween candy sales are off to a slow start amid high chocolate prices and affordability concerns

Halloween candy sales are off to a slow start this year as U.S. consumers grapple with high living costs and eye-popping chocolate prices. Halloween candy sales fell 6.7% in the month ending Oct. 17 compared to the same period last year, according to NielsenIQ, a market research firm.

19 hours ago in Features, Trending

‘Picasso of Pumpkin Carvers’ brings artistry to a Halloween tradition

When fall arrives and leaves start changing color, Mike Valladao, a systems engineer at a cybersecurity company, slips into his alter ego, "Farmer Mike," also known as the "Picasso of Pumpkin Carvers."

19 hours ago in Sports, Trending

Yamal, Mbappé, Kane and Messi in contention to win the Ballon d’Or. Here’s what to know

The Ballon d'Or winners will be announced on Monday with a new generation of soccer stars, led by Lamine Yamal and Kylian Mbappé, ready to stamp their name on the trophy that for so long was a personal duel between Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo.

19 hours ago in Entertainment

Chris Brown avoids prison time for brawling at a London nightclub

Grammy-winning singer Chris Brown avoided prison time Monday for beating a music producer with a tequila bottle at a London nightclub three years ago.

20 hours ago in World

Lula’s win in Brazil bucks a regional shift to the right and denies Trump a powerful ally

Brazilian voters have denied Latin America's resurgent right its ultimate prize, snapping a streak of seven straight conservative presidential victories in 18 months.

23 hours ago in

Judge says Jane Doe can stay anonymous

New York Judge Phaedra Perry-Bond said the ex-Cornell student's name can remain a secret.

24 hours ago in

Ithaca closes $8 million budget gap, Recckio says

Ithaca City Manager Dominick Recckio credited a series of cuts for closing next year's projected deficit.

24 hours ago in

Cortland County Workforce Development staying put through November

Workforce Development services will remain at 99 Main Street in Cortland.

24 hours ago in

Binghamton General Hospital receives $26 million for emergency department overhaul

The Emergency Department overhaul will allow the Comprehensive Psychiatric Emergency Program to move to the second floor.

24 hours ago in

Homer CSD seeks community input in superintendent search

Homer CSD is asking the community to take a survey.

4 days ago in Entertainment

‘Rent’ musical celebrates its 30th Broadway anniversary with a starry show: ‘No day but today’

Jordan Fisher was in middle school when he first heard it. He was at his first cast party, gathering with fellow performers around his drama teacher's piano after some community theater.

4 days ago in

Empirical Paranormal, local first responders to hold paranormal lockdown at 1890 House Museum

The proceeds from the event will benefit the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics New York and the 1890 House Museum.

4 days ago in

Cayuga Chamber Orchestra presents “Nielsen and Fauré” chamber series

Cayuga Chamber Orchestra (CCO) kicks off their "Nielsen and Fauré" chamber series on Sunday, November 15, 2026, at 3:00 pm at the First Unitarian Society of Ithaca.

4 days ago in , Wild Life Control Expert

How a fall cleaning can protect your property from pest infestations

Raking up leaves, cleaning your gutters, and cutting back perennial plants can reveal possible signs of unwanted wildlife entering your home.

4 days ago in

Buffalo Street Books to host spooky craft sale

Local art and pottery will be available.

4 days ago in

Greenhouse Cafe & Cocktail Lounge vouchers offer bargain on drinks, food

Now on Cayuga Marketplace, a ticket voucher for $25 can get you $50 to spend at the Greenhouse Cafe & Cocktail Lounge.

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17 hours ago in Education, Entertainment, Local, Sports

Ithaca College football wins 6th straight game

The Bombers put away Union College in the fourth quarter.

19 hours ago in Lifestyle, Trending

Halloween candy sales are off to a slow start amid high chocolate prices and affordability concerns

Halloween candy sales are off to a slow start this year as U.S. consumers grapple with high living costs and eye-popping chocolate prices. Halloween candy sales fell 6.7% in the month ending Oct. 17 compared to the same period last year, according to NielsenIQ, a market research firm.

19 hours ago in Features, Trending

‘Picasso of Pumpkin Carvers’ brings artistry to a Halloween tradition

When fall arrives and leaves start changing color, Mike Valladao, a systems engineer at a cybersecurity company, slips into his alter ego, "Farmer Mike," also known as the "Picasso of Pumpkin Carvers."