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3 days ago
Farmer OK after combine crash in Homer
On October 17th, a combine harvester in Homer had a mechanical issue that resulted in a loss of control.
3 days ago
Ithaca man tried setting apartment building on fire, police say
46-year-old Roy Roberts of Ithaca is accused of trying to start a fire inside the stairwell of an apartment building in the 100 block of East Green Street.
3 days ago
TCAT seeks added contributions from Ithaca, Tompkins County, and Cornell
TCAT is asking for $500,000 contribution boost from their 3 underwriters, the city of Ithaca, Tompkins County, and Cornell.
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Tompkins County group chosen for mural funding as part of NYS CHARM program
An increase in funding from the CHARM Program means the Community Arts Partnership of Tompkins County and Ithaca Murals will create 14 murals across the City and Town of Ithaca, Brooktondale, and Caroline.
3 days ago
GIAC receives $13 million for Alex Haley Pool renovations
On October 15, New York State Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie joined Assemblymember Anna Kelles in Ithaca to announce that GIAC is receiving $13 million for renovations at Alex Haley Municipal Pool.
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Ahead of closure, Ithaca business receives NYS Empire Award
On October 14, the Rashida Sawyer Bakery announced that it will close at the end of the month.
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Wine Enthusiast taps Finger Lakes as 2025 Wine Region of the Year
Last week, Wine Enthusiast named the Finger Lakes the 2025 American Wine Region of the Year.
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Horseheads man charged with predatory sexual assault
On October 8, State Police arrested 29-year-old Kenneth Morales after an investigation into child sexual abuse, which began in August.
5 days ago
Missing person located deceased in Connecticut Hill State Forest
On October 16, the Schuyler County Sheriff's Office and multiple other agencies responded to Vanloon Road around 9 a.m. for a reported missing person.
6 days ago
Cornell forms 2 committees as part of ‘Resilient Cornell’ plan
Cornell is forming the Provost’s Steering Committee and the Cross-Campus Collaboration Committee.
6 days ago
Trumansburg school district has capital project vote Oct. 28
Trumansburg’s school district has an upcoming vote for a capital project that centers on infrastructure and security enhancements, improvements to athletic fields, and mechanical and plumbing upgrades.
6 days ago
State officials cut ribbon at Broome-Tioga BOCES Trade Complex
Officials cut the ribbon last week at Broome-Tioga BOCES' brand-new Trade Complex.
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Tompkins County lawmakers accept GIVE grant, Flock Security contract
On October 7, Tompkins County lawmakers considered accepting a grant at the Legislature meeting that would help fund the continued use of Flock Security devices.
6 days ago
Elmira Police officer arrested for allegedly leaking investigation information
On October 15, State Police arrested Shyonna Pacheco of the Elmira Police Department (EPD) after an investigation into misconduct.
6 days ago
Ovid Library accepting hygiene product donations through Saturday
A hygiene drive at the Edith B. Ford Memorial Library in Ovid runs through October 18.
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Public comment period opens for Tioga County SNAP plan
The 2026-to-2027 Temporary Assistance and SNAP Employment Plan for Tioga County is available for public review and comment.
6 days ago
Hangar Theatre receives $250K in state funding for renovations
Sen. Lea Webb has secured $250,000 for renovations at the Hangar Theatre in Ithaca.
7 days ago
Cincinnatus man charged with felony DWI after Virgil crash
55-year-old Gary Kouril of Cincinnatus is being charged with felony DWI after driving his truck into a ditch on Wednesday, October 15th.
7 days ago
Cortland 2026 budget draft includes 4% property tax hike
Cortland Mayor Scott Steve is proposing a 4% increase in property taxes for 2026, which he says meets rising costs while maintaining services and staff levels.
7 days ago
Police: Ithaca man caught with stolen Amazon packages
Ithaca Police say 24-year-old man Gregory VanDyke was spotted near an alleged burglary in progress early this morning, Oct. 16, on Dryden Road.
