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6 days ago in Community, Government, Health, Lifestyle, Local

Tompkins County urges eligible residents to apply for HEAP

On December 1, following a funding delay due to the government shutdown, HEAP applications officially opened in New York.

6 days ago in Community, Crime, Local, Regional

Summerhill man faces charges in alleged domestic incident

Joseph Frost of Summerhill, 38, is accused of getting into a physical altercation with a woman in front of a child.

6 days ago in Community, Crime, Local, Sections

Ithaca woman accused of stealing from Horseheads Walmart

On December 3, 39-year-old Alina Gleockner, of Ithaca, was arrested by deputies from the Chemung County Sheriff's Office and charged with felony grand larceny and felony burglary.

6 days ago in Music Scene

On this day in rock history: December 4th

(607NewsNow) — On this day in rock history, hear from Kat Walters of I-100 Iconic Rock about Led Zeppelin, Van…

6 days ago in Lifestyle, Trending

Parents under pressure offer creative tips for moving Santa’s spy Elf on the Shelf

Elf on the Shelf, who turns 20 this year, has created lots of family memories, laughter and the occasional parental panic over where to move the elf next.

6 days ago in World

Decades-old palm trees in Rio de Janeiro flower for the first — and only — time

Towering talipot palms in a Rio de Janeiro park are flowering for the first and only time in their lives, decades after famed Brazilian landscape architect Roberto Burle Marx introduced them in the 1960s.

6 days ago in Sports

NBA fines Cavaliers $250,000 for resting All-Star Darius Garland in a nationally televised game

The NBA fined the Cleveland Cavaliers $250,000 on Thursday for violating the league's player participation policy by resting All-Star guard Darius Garland for a nationally televised game against the Toronto Raptors on Nov. 24.

6 days ago in Ask The Expert, Chet Osadchey

Ten advertising tips for using radio in 2026

In the New Year, learn how you can utilize radio to grow your business.

6 days ago in Holiday Guide

Scottland Lights puts on holiday show for 15th year in a row

Scottland Lights in Groton will put on light shows through January 3rd, 2026 to spread holiday cheer.

6 days ago in Community, Lifestyle, Local, Sports

Cortlandville board denies proposed driving range

On Dec. 2, the Cortlandville Zoning Board of Appeals denied an application for a driving range and putting area on Commons Avenue.

6 days ago in Community, Education, Entertainment, Holiday Guide, Lifestyle, Local

Southworth Library prepares for holiday celebration

Free ornaments, books, and a visit from Santa Claus will all be at the Southworth Library on Saturday, December 6th.

6 days ago in National

Trump proposal would weaken vehicle mileage rules that limit air pollution

President Donald Trump on Wednesday announced a proposal to weaken vehicle mileage rules for the auto industry, loosening regulatory pressure on automakers to control pollution from gasoline-powered cars and trucks.

6 days ago in Health & Wellness

Put your health at the top of your New Year’s resolution list: Schedule an annual visit

In the New Year, make your health a priority and schedule a doctor's appointment.

6 days ago in National

Luigi Mangione’s court hearing continues on anniversary of UnitedHealthcare CEO’s killing

A high-stakes hearing in the New York murder case against Luigi Mangione continues Thursday, a year to the day after prosecutors say he gunned down UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.

6 days ago in Lifestyle

Don’t forget pets when preparing for winter’s cold. Here’s what experts recommend

As wintry weather settles in, it brings risks for pets as well as people. Pet owners can take steps to keep their animals warm and safe, including learning about the dangers of extreme temperatures, buying weather-resistant accessories, and stocking up on extra supplies in case of power outages or storms.

6 days ago in Entertainment

The PlayStation turns 30: Looking back at the console that gave us Lara Croft and ‘The Last of Us’

From big-budget Hollywood fare like "Lara Croft: Tomb Raider" starring Angelina Jolie, to Juice WRLD's video for "Hear Me Calling" to "The Last of Us" on HBO Max, the PlayStation experience has leapt far past the console.

6 days ago in Entertainment

Doctor who sold ketamine to ‘Friends’ star Matthew Perry gets 2 1/2 years in prison

A doctor who pleaded guilty to selling ketamine to Matthew Perry was sentenced to 2 1/2 years in prison on Wednesday at an emotional hearing over the "Friends" star's overdose death.

6 days ago in Sports

Ovechkin scores twice as Capitals crush Sharks 7-1 for sixth straight win

Alex Ovechkin scored twice to extend his record to 911 career goals, Riley Leonard had four points and the Washington Capitals beat the San Jose Sharks 7-1 on Wednesday night for their sixth straight win.

6 days ago in Sports

Antetokounmpo undergoes MRI after leaving Bucks’ game with Pistons due to right calf strain

Giannis Antetokounmpo left the Milwaukee Bucks' game against the Detroit Pistons on Wednesday night after straining his right calf in the first quarter.

7 days ago in Local, Sports

Josh Allen praises teammate; Sabres fall to Flyers

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4 hours ago in Trending, World

Italian cooking and its rituals get UN designation as world heritage

Italian food is known and loved around the world for its fresh ingredients and palate-pleasing tastes. The U.N.'s cultural agency gave foodies on Wednesday another reason to celebrate their pizza, pasta and tiramisu by listing Italian cooking as part of the world's "intangible" cultural heritage.

11 hours ago in Sports

A’ja Wilson wins AP Female Athlete of the Year following historic 4th WNBA MVP

A'ja Wilson stood atop the WNBA again in 2025, winning an unprecedented fourth MVP as her Las Vegas Aces earned a third championship in four seasons. For that, she earned The Associated Press Female Athlete of the Year on Wednesday for the first time in her career.

12 hours ago in Entertainment, Trending

Beyoncé, Venus Williams, Nicole Kidman and Anna Wintour will co-chair next Met Gala

The new Met Gala co-chairs have been announced, and it's a high-powered quartet: Beyoncé, Venus Williams and Nicole Kidman will join Vogue's Anna Wintour in hosting the star-packed event next May.