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2 weeks ago

Homer homicide victim ID’d by Cortland County Sheriff’s Office

Deputies say 53-year-old Anthony Beecham was found in the driveway shortly before 3:30 Wednesday morning with several gunshot wounds.

2 weeks ago

Reminder: Community engagement forums with the NYS Office of Mental Health tonight, tomorrow in Ithaca

Tonight, in Ithaca, you can share your thoughts and concerns with the Tompkins County Whole Health Department (TCWH) and the State Office of Mental Health (OMH).

2 weeks ago

SUNY Cortland names new chief of staff

On October 7, SUNY Cortland announced that Leatrice Oram will step into the chief of staff role.

2 weeks ago

Binghamton firefighter added to NYS Fallen Firefighters Memorial

On October 7, 126 firefighters were honored at the 28th annual ceremony in Albany, with John "JR" Gaudet among them.

2 weeks ago

No injuries in TC3 dorm fire

On October 8, firefighters responded to a reported fire in a laundry room at a TC3 campus dormitory.

2 weeks ago

Three extricated after head-on collision in Harford

On October 8, the Harford Fire Department was called to Route 221 around 11:15 a.m. for a head-on motor vehicle collision with entrapment.

2 weeks ago

Homicide investigation underway in Homer

On October 8, the Cortland County Sheriff's Office and Homer Police Department responded to a shooting just before 3:30 a.m. at a residence near Grove Street and Route 281.

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Four locals charged in alleged CNY drug trafficking ring

Four locals are among the 17 people who have been indicted on a total of 125 crimes for their alleged roles in purchasing and distributing drugs.

2 weeks ago

Despite shutdown, smooth operations at Ithaca airport

On Day 8 of the partial federal government shutdown, there are currently no staff or flight issues at the Ithaca Tompkins International Airport.

2 weeks ago

Tompkins, Cortland counties to receive state funding for 911 infrastructure

Senator Lea Webb says nearly $4.5 million will support the implementation of Next Generation 911 in Tompkins, Cortland, and Broome counties.

2 weeks ago

CPSC: Jocute Baby Loungers pose injury, death risk

According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Jocute Baby Loungers do not meet the mandatory standard for infant sleep products.

2 weeks ago

Tioga County Soil and Water Conservation District receives funding for water quality projects at local farms

The Tioga County Soil and Water Conservation District has received nearly $290,000 in financial support to help five local farms.

2 weeks ago

Friends of the Tompkins County Library book sale begins Saturday in Ithaca

On October 11, the Fall edition of the popular biannual book sale kicks off in Ithaca from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.

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Cornell Navy midshipman selected as national ROTC scholarship finalist

Navy Midshipman Kylie Williamson has been selected as one of 15 finalists for the Navy Federal Credit Union ROTC All-American Scholarship Program.

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Ithaca announces public hearings on ’26 budget proposal

The Ithaca Common Council is now reviewing the proposed spending plan, which includes a tax levy increase of 3.5%.

2 weeks ago

Independent legislative candidate focused on Tompkins County affordability

Independent legislative candidate Michelle Wright would like to see property tax bodies like school boards, towns, and cities work together.

2 weeks ago

Bath PD looking for missing woman

53-year-old Nikki Wright of Bath has not been seen since September 16th.

2 weeks ago

Authorities seize 18 dogs, find 8 more dead at Geneva home

On October 2, authorities executed a search warrant at the home of 65-year-old Brian Hess and 68-year-old Rosemarie Bruno-Hess after receiving a complaint of malnourished dogs.

2 weeks ago

Oberacker announces Congressional campaign in District 19

Senator Peter Oberacker announced Monday, Oct. 6 he will seek the Republican nomination in next year’s midterm elections in District 19.

2 weeks ago

IPD, state, federal authorities investigating threatening email

On October 6, the threat was sent to schools, and according to IPD, businesses, and elected officials, "in and around the City of Ithaca."

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