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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.
5 days ago
1890 House Museum to receive historical marker Saturday
The marker highlights the significance of the family home of inventor and industrialist Chester F. Wickwire, as well as the founding of the museum.
6 days ago
Ithaca wins $10 million Downtown Revitalization Initiative grant award
Governor Kathy Hochul and Ithaca city officials announced that Ithaca is the Southern Tier winner of New York State's Downtown Revitalization Initiative (DRI) award.
6 days ago
FLLT celebrates 20th anniversary of Ithaca area Emerald Necklace
2026 marks 20 years of Ithaca’s Emerald Necklace, a greenbelt of protected lands around the south end of Cayuga Lake.
6 days ago
Trumansburg’s $33 million school budget includes more money for teachers
The $33.3 million spending plan proposal includes salary increases for teachers and teaching assistants, which were approved as part of new contracts.
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Johnson City man accused of damaging, burning car wash payment kiosk
On April 14, State Police arrested Joshua Skobern on charges of felony criminal mischief and misdemeanor arson.
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Oil prices could affect summer paving in Tompkins County
This year, Tompkins County Highway Department Director Nick Ensign says they’re dealing with a sharp increase in material costs due to the rising price of oil.
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Cortland PD receives donation from NY Bagel in support of K9 program
New York Bagel recently held a basket raffle in support of the department’s K-9 program.
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CCE of Cortland County to receive $200k for Blocks in Bloom program
On April 21, the DEC announced that Cornell Cooperative Extension of Cortland County will receive $200,000 in funding for the Blocks in Bloom program.
1 week ago
Staff cuts likely in Cortland school district budget proposal
Part of the Cortland school district spending plan proposal for the next academic year is increasing the tax levy to 6.5%, which is over the state tax cap.
1 week ago
Ithaca Children’s Garden appoints new interim director
Leigh MacDonald was named by the ICG board of directors to serve as interim executive director, following the recent departure of Naomi Sukenik.
1 week ago
Ithaca woman sentenced in fatal 2023 car accident
On April 17, Juria Vanness, 44, was sentenced to 2 and 1/3 to 7 years in prison on a first-degree charge of vehicular manslaughter.
1 week ago
INHS to receive nearly $400k in THUD funding
On April 17, Senator Kirsten Gillibrand announced over $5 million in grants to nonprofits in the national NeighborWorks America network.
1 week ago
Owego school to host agricultural career day
Students will be connected with different agricultural businesses and groups during the 2nd annual Agricultural Career Day on Weds., Apr. 22nd at the Owego Free Academy.
1 week ago
Construction begins for Route 13 pedestrian bridge in Dryden
The pedestrian bridge will accommodate people walking, jogging, or riding a bicycle and will connect Dryden with Varna on the rail trail.
1 week ago
Northstar Public House to close at the end of April
On April 16, Northstar Public House announced on Facebook that it will close permanently at the end of the month.
1 week ago
Asteri fined, faces April 30 deadline to comply with health department orders
The Tompkins County Board of Health voted to adopt a resolution enforcing a $40k penalty to the apartment building owners for violations and complaints dating back to last summer.
1 week ago
Cayuga Primary Care in Dryden to permanently close May 1
After more than 70 years of operation, Cayuga Primary Care Dryden will close on May 1 due to staffing challenges and costs associated with building maintenance.
1 week ago
Webb honors 100-year-old WWII veteran with NYS Liberty Medal
On April 17, State Senator Lea Webb presented Lieutenant James Alexander Jr. with the New York State Liberty Medal.
1 week ago
What to know about deficit, proposed staff cuts in Marathon school budget
Superintendent Jamie Coppola tells 607 News Now a $3 million shortfall is the result of a shortage in revenue and overspending during the 2024-25 school year.
