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1 week ago in Community, Entertainment, Lifestyle, Local

State Theatre of Ithaca receives grant for building conditions study

On August 28th, officials announced that the State Theatre has won a $20,000 grant from The Preservation League of New York.

1 week ago in Community, Local, Local Sports, Regional

Broad Street to close Saturday in Waverly for gameday parade, VFW bike night

Broad Street is closing between Clark Street and Pennsylvania Avenue beginning at 9 a.m. for Waverly's Game Day parade and festivities.

1 week ago in Music Scene

On this day in rock history: August 28th

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

1 week ago in Community, Health, Lifestyle, Local

Coyote bite reported at Cornell

On August 25, the Cornell Police Department says someone was bitten by a coyote around 6:45 p.m. near the Trolley Foot Bridge.

1 week ago in Music Scene

Kat’s Hidden Camera: Stevie Ray Vaughan’s “Voodoo Chile (Slight Return)” live in 1985

(607NewsNow) — This week on Kat’s Hidden Camera, watch Stevie Ray Vaughan perform a cover of Jimi Hendrix’s “Voodoo Chile…

1 week ago in Lifestyle

Nonalcoholic beer and mocktails can help people stay sober or drink less, but are not for everyone

Several years into her sobriety, Logan Denzer decided to try nonalcoholic beer and mocktails while others around her drank real booze. "A lot of people feel out of place" when everyone else is imbibing, said the 27-year-old from Los Angeles, who considers these beverages "an excellent solution."

1 week ago in National

Closure of Florida’s ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ immigration detention center can proceed, judge says

A federal judge in Miami has refused to pause her order requiring the winding down of the immigration detention center in the Florida Everglades known as "Alligator Alcatraz" while the federal government appeals her ruling.

1 week ago in Entertainment

For Yorgos Lanthimos, new Emma Stone film ‘Bugonia’ isn’t a dystopia. It’s real

"Bugonia" is having its world premiere Thursday evening at the prestigious Venice Film Festival, where it's in competition for the top prize, the Golden Lion. Focus Features is releasing the film in North American theaters on Oct. 24.

1 week ago in Community, Health, Health & Wellness, Local

Stallone to depart Centralus Health as CEO; Lawlis taking over in November

Dr. Martin Stallone plans to step down this fall as CEO, a position he's held since 2018, with Robert Lawlis taking his place.

1 week ago in Community, Crime, Government, Local

Homer mayor praises part-time police

Homer Mayor Pat Clune says part-time police officers are saving the village money.

1 week ago in Crime, Local

Chemung County Sheriff’s Office: Scammer posing as sergeant

The Chemung County Sheriff's Office says someone posing as "Sgt. Jim Ritter" has been calling people claiming there’s a warrant out for their arrest and asking for money.

1 week ago in Community, Education, Local

Cornell to update student code of conduct

A revision committee will consider changes to Cornell's student code of conduct this school year.

1 week ago in Local, Sports

Yankees, Mets extend win streaks

Find local and national sports updates here with the WHCU Sports Report.

1 week ago in Community, Crime, Local, Regional

Traffic stop leads to arrest of Newark Valley man

55-year-old Bobby Gayle Jr. of Newark Valley is facing multiple charges after a traffic stop last week.

1 week ago in Community, Lifestyle, Local

Road work in Ithaca could cause delays near Collegetown

Dryden Road is closed in the 100 block and the 300 to 500 blocks for a milling and paving project.

1 week ago in Community, Health, Lifestyle, Local

Bat found at Buttermilk Falls State Park tests positive for rabies

On August 22, the bat was found approximately 50 meters away from the swimming area at Buttermilk Falls State Park.

1 week ago in Music Scene

On this day in rock history: August 27th

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

1 week ago in Community, Crime, Government, Lifestyle, Local, Politics, Regional

Tompkins Chamber cancels forum with elected officials for safety concerns

The Chamber is calling off the Policy Breakfast scheduled for August 28 at Ithaca College after concerning social media posts.

1 week ago in National, Trending

A shooting at a Minneapolis Catholic school kills 2 children, injures 17 people

A shooter opened fire Wednesday morning during Mass at a Minneapolis Catholic school, killing two children and injuring 17 other people before killing himself, officials said.

1 week ago in Community, Crime, Local

Convicted Ithaca felon faces prison sentence on cocaine, gun charges

The Justice Department says 38-year-old Zachary Jackson pleaded guilty Tuesday, Aug. 26 to drug and weapons charges.

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Defending champion Eagles edge Cowboys 24-20 in wild, lightning-delayed NFL season opener

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