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Mini-meditations are a way to foster peace of mind at work
The idea of meditating can be intimidating. Beginners may imagine sitting uncomfortably in silence while breathing deeply and scrubbing all thoughts from their minds. The prospect of trying those techniques at work may feel embarrassing.
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Want to eat more plant-based meals? Maggie Baird, Billie Eilish and Finneas’s mom, has some ideas
Maggie Baird says her vegan cinnamon rolls are a family favorite — including to her children, who happen to be the world-famous musicians Billie Eilish and Finneas.
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Public hearings next week in Ithaca and Binghamton on proposed NYSEG rate hikes
State Senator Lea Webb wants District 52 residents to participate in upcoming public hearings regarding NYSEG’s proposed double-digit rate increases.
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Two Tompkins County farms will benefit from water quality improvement grants
The Tompkins County Soil and Water Conservation District has received nearly $2.5 million in funding to help two farms in the Owasco Lake Watershed update operations.
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Police investigating string of smash and grab thefts in Tompkins County
On October 1, State and local law enforcement received six reports of thefts from vehicles in Dryden and Lansing.
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NYS, DEC issue temporary burn ban
On October 2, Governor Kathy Hochul and the DEC announced a temporary ban on outdoor burning due to increased fire risk across New York.
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Giant Northern California corn maze lets visitors enjoy getting lost
The pumpkin patch and corn maze along Interstate 80 between Sacramento and San Francisco are open once again for the fall season through Halloween. Back in 2007 and again in 2014, Cool Patch Pumpkins earned a spot in the Guinness Book of World Records as the world's largest corn maze.
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Gatorade and Cheetos are among the Pepsi products getting a natural dye makeover
PepsiCo, which also makes Doritos, Cap'n Crunch cereal, Funyuns and Mountain Dew, announced in April that it would accelerate a planned shift to using natural colors in its foods and beverages.
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Anderson’s Dior womenswear debut is a montage of ideas, but not a ‘New Look’
All eyes were on Jonathan Anderson — the Northern Irish designer who has already transformed Loewe into a global powerhouse of wit and craft — as he unveiled his first Dior womenswear collection on Wednesday.
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A home fit for Queen: Loyal companion in search of family
Queen, a Pitbull at the Tompkins County SPCA, has had a long journey in and out of the shelter.
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Tompkins County to host NYS Office of Mental Health for public engagement forums
The Tompkins County Whole Health Department (TCWH) is hosting the New York State Office of Mental Health (OMH) next week for a pair of community engagement forums.
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Tompkins Chamber names new VP
On September 30, Rob Montana was appointed as the new Tompkins County Chamber of Commerce VP.
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Found Antiques announces final day at Cherry Street location
Found in Ithaca Antiques is moving from Cherry St. on Oct. 26 to the Ithaca SouthWorks building at a date TBD.
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Cortland County Soil and Water Conservation District receives support for water quality improvement projects
On September 29, officials announced a $1.82 million grant to the Cortland County Soil and Water Conservation District.
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Traffic impacts for Cornell Homecoming
Cornell's Crescent Lot is scheduled to close at 5 p.m. on October 2 and reopen on October 5.
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FLLT conservation easement protects 203 acres in Virgil
On September 29, the Finger Lakes Land Trust (FLLT) announced a perpetual conservation easement of 203 acres in Virgil.
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SOS Roofing shares getting what homeowners should look for
This fall, make sure your roof is in good shape as the cold weather comes in.
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How to shop secondhand clothing sustainably and look cool doing it
More online platforms are giving secondhand shopping a digital upgrade, rolling out features like livestream shopping and AI-powered search to make thrifting faster and more exciting.
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Tompkins County Office for the Aging’s annual public hearing to be held Wednesday
The Office for the Aging’s (COFA) annual public hearing is scheduled for Wednesday, October 1.
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Millport mobile home leaking 20k gallons of water a day in midst of drought warning
Two mobile home parks in Millport have leaks in their utility lines that hook up to the municipal water system.
