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Attorney: Recent case law shows Tompkins County was on the right track during January ICE arrest
Tompkins County Attorney Maury Josephson says a recent judgment downstate validates Sheriff Derek Osborne's concerns related to the arrest of Jesus Romero-Hernandez earlier this year.
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Ozark Trail tabletop camping stove recalled for fire, burn hazard
According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, a model of Ozark Trail's tabletop 1-burner butane camping stoves can catch fire or explode.
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Sheriff: Scam targeting businesses in Tompkins County
On December 1, the Tompkins County Sheriff’s Office shared that several local establishments have recently received calls from a man claiming to be a law enforcement sergeant.
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Citizen Preparedness Corps training Thursday in Cortland
Some spaces remain for the NYS Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services Citizen Preparedness Corps class later this week in Cortland.
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Tompkins County opens registration for short-term rentals
Under a law that passed earlier this year, owners and operators of STRs must register them with the county by Feb. 28.
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Schuyler County law enforcement mourns loss of retired sheriff
On November 29, retired Sheriff Bill Yessman Jr. passed away after a 36-year career with the Schuyler County Sheriff's Office.
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Can your dog eat Christmas dinner? The holiday foods pets can and can’t have
Spot & Tango reports on safe holiday foods for dogs, warning against harmful items and how to include pets in festive celebrations responsibly.
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Why Cyber Monday could break spending records despite economic uncertainty
Deals promoted as some of the best of the holiday season are expected to keep people across the United States glued to their computers and smartphones as the post-Thanksgiving shopping marathon wraps up on Cyber Monday.
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Local nonprofits receive emergency funding to support food security
On November 24, State Senator Lea Webb announced $100,000 in Local Emergency Food Relief Equipment grants for groups.
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USCIS reinstates local naturalization ceremonies, Tompkins County awaits confirmation
Global citizens looking to complete their U.S. citizenship proceedings may once again be able to do so in Tompkins County.
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Klein defends efforts, highlights Code Blue improvements
Tompkins County Legislature Chair Dan Klein is defending efforts made to improve this year's Code Blue shelter.
2 weeks ago
What’s open on Thanksgiving? Not much, as many stores rest — or prepare — ahead of Black Friday
With Thanksgiving and the formal launch of the holiday shopping season this week, Americans will again gather for Turkey Day meals before knocking off items on their Christmas gift lists.
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Armstrong School dancers to perform in Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
Dancers from Ithaca’s Armstrong School of Dance will once again be featured in Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade.
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Tioga County health professional recognized for contributions to rural health
On November 24, Dr. Eric Sarnicola of Tioga County Public Health was presented with the 2025 Senator Patricia McGee Award.
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TC3 adds new degree program in health sciences, rollout set for Spring 2026 semester
On November 24th, TC3 announced the impending rollout of an Associate of Science (A.S.) in Health Sciences degree program for the Spring 2026 semester.
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Running to Places Theatre Company receives NYS Senate Empire Award
On November 20, State Senator Lea Webb presented the Running to Places Theatre Company (R2P) with the New York State Empire Award.
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UPDATE: Child reported missing in Ithaca located safely
13-year-old Kaila Hobbs has been located and is safe after being reported missing on November 24th, 2025.
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Be ready to shine before guests arrive: 4 most common home maintenance mistakes to avoid this holiday season
Vectra Mechanical reports common home maintenance mistakes to avoid this winter, including HVAC checks, plumbing winterization, insulation, and electrical safety.
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Stores keep prices down in a tough year for turkeys. Other Thanksgiving foods may cost more
The shrinking turkey population amid the ongoing bird flu outbreak is expected to cause wholesale turkey prices to rise 44% this year, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Despite the increase, many stores are offering discounted or even free turkeys to soften the potential blow to Thanksgiving meal budgets.
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Cayuga Health partners with community organizations for SMARTI program
With the support of a $2.5 million grant, Cayuga Health roll out the Street Medicine Access Residency Training Initiative (SMARTI), the first program of its kind in the region.
