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5 hours ago
Unfilled positions being cut in Newfield school budget proposal
Superintendent Jesse Harper tells 607 News Now the proposed 2026-27 spending plan continues "a process that began a couple years ago regarding fiscal stability."
6 hours ago
Ithaca launches 4 committees to address challenges
The groups will focus on housing quality and affordability, arts and culture, business and workforce development, and transportation and transit.
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6 hours ago
Harmful Algal Bloom reported on Cayuga Lake
On August 23, the Community Science Institute (CSI) reported the first bloom of the season near Harris Park in the Village of Cayuga.
1 day ago
‘All Things Equal’ airs 1,000th show, addresses future
The 1,000th edition of 'All Things Equal' aired this morning, and co-hosts Susan Riley and Kate Supron took a stroll down memory lane -- starting with the show's origin story.
1 day ago
Asteri Ithaca owner faces more fines, scrutiny
Tompkins County Environmental Health Director Skip Parr tells 607 News Now the Asteri Ithaca building operators have until Thursday, Apr. 30 to fully implement a solid waste management plan.
1 day ago
NYSP: Binghamton man used baseball bat to beat victim in E-bike swap
James Lewis, 46, allegedly waited for another man on Carl Street and struck him several times with a bat when he arrived on an E-bike.
1 day ago
Crews rescue hiker in Montour Falls
On April 23rd, the Watkins Glen Fire Department's Technical Rescue squad climbed down a 40-foot gorge and used a technical stretcher and rope to recover the victim.
1 day ago
CMC named one of America’s Best Maternity Hospitals by Newsweek
The evaluation was determined using quality metrics, patient experience derived from public survey data, and a reputation score based on recommendations from healthcare professionals in maternity care.
1 day ago
Authorities seek to ID owner of abandoned dog in Southport
On April 25, a dog was found in a small crate at the top of Mt. Zoar Road in Southport with a zip-lock bag of kibble and a small water bottle.
2 days ago
Cortland PD announces death of K9 Officer Max
On April 25, Cortland PD's K9 Officer Max passed away peacefully at home.
2 days ago
Cortlandville crews respond to field fire
On April 24, the Cortlandville Fire Department responded to a field fire on Sweeney Road around 11 a.m.
2 days ago
Seneca St. parking garage to stay closed, officials say
The Seneca St. parking garage and immediately surrounding sidewalks will remain closed while Ithaca city officials continue long term planning for the site.
2 days ago
Ithaca mayor on DRI prize, plan for West State St. corridor
Mayor Robert Cantelmo tells 607 News Now the Downtown Revitalization Initiative award money will help to redevelop the West State St. corridor.
2 days ago
Auburn couple convicted in animal abuse case
On April 22, 51-year-old Laura Hendrickson pled guilty to a single felony count of aggravated cruelty to animals in Cayuga County Court.
2 days ago
Work progressing on Sentry Bridge in Watkins Glen State Park
On April 22, the new Sentry Bridge was lowered into place by a crane, with more work in progress to secure it.
2 days ago
Lengthy bridge closure looms in Ithaca
Construction crews are gathering materials near the intersection of Fall Creek Drive and Stewart Avenue today in preparation for the Stewart Avenue Bridge Rehabilitation Project.
5 days ago
Counseling services available after IC student dies by suicide
On April 22, junior legal studies major Everett Moore died by suicide in his dorm room, according to The Ithacan.
5 days ago
Newark Valley man fired gun in Broome County road rage, troopers say
State Police say Bradley Scymanski fired shots Wednesday, Apr. 22 at another vehicle on East Main St. in the town of Union.
5 days ago
Center for Community Transportation to receive funding for micro-mobility transit study
On April 21, the DEC announced $196,908 in funding for The Center for Community Transportation, which includes Ithaca Carshare, Bikeshare, and BikeWalk Tompkins.
5 days ago
Restoration work continues at Cortland County Courthouse
On April 22, crews began applying a coat of primer to the Cortland County Courthouse dome.
