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2 weeks ago
Community Foundation of Tompkins County names new chief development officer
On January 12, Steph Bailey was appointed as the new Chief Development Officer of the Community Foundation of Tompkins County.
2 weeks ago
Geneva city councilman accused of drug sale granted pre-trail release
On January 12, Councilman Ahmad Whitfield was reportedly granted pre-trial release after being arrested on allegations of possessing and selling cocaine.
2 weeks ago
Former Cornell basketball coach Bill Courtney dies at 55
On January 13, Temple University Assistant Men's Basketball Coach Bill Courtney passed away unexpectedly.
2 weeks ago
DEC says 3 pleaded guilty to illegal killing of deer in Richford
Officers with the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation say the trio shot an 11-point buck standing in their vehicle’s spotlight on Nov. 7 in the Tioga County town of Richford.
2 weeks ago
Sigler shows support for regime change in Iran
In a Facebook post Monday, Legislator Mike Sigler expressed support for an overthrow of Iran’s current government, saying it could “remake the Middle East and US relationships there.”
2 weeks ago
Groton to receive $675k grant for housing rehabilitation
On January 9, Governor Hochul announced that Groton has received $675,000 to help low to moderate-income households with rehabilitation costs.
2 weeks ago
Ithaca Conservation Board seeks nominations for Fischer Award
Town officials invite nominations for the 23rd annual Richard B. Fischer Conservation Award.
2 weeks ago
Newfield school district to hold budget prep meetings
A series of meetings starts next week on preparation for the 2026-27 spending plan for the Newfield Central School District.
2 weeks ago
Minor injury, cat rescued in Virgil house fire
On January 10, the Virgil Fire Department responded to a home on Route 392 just before 3 p.m. for a closet fire.
2 weeks ago
Cortland building evacuated after chemical exposure
An automatic fire alarm was triggered Friday, 1/9 at the iSpice building on Central Avenue, firefighters reported a misty, smoke-like condition.
2 weeks ago
Riley bill aims to stop Wall Street from buying affordable housing
A new bipartisan bill introduced by Josh Riley aims to limit Wall Street investors' ability to purchase large swathes of affordable housing.
2 weeks ago
Former Big Red hockey player joins Team USA for Winter Olympics
Class of 2025's Rory Guilday has been chosen to join Team USA Women's Hockey for the upcoming Winter Olympics.
2 weeks ago
Dryden grad, former soccer standout named head coach at Le Moyne
On January 8, Le Moyne announced that Taylor Van Fleet will lead the women's soccer program.
2 weeks ago
Wells College trustees’ OK sale agreement with Hiawatha Institute
On January 8, the Board of Trustees announced that the Hiawatha Institute for Indigenous Knowledge was the high bidder for the campus in Aurora.
3 weeks ago
IPD arrests 4 in months-long drug, weapons probe
Ithaca Police arrested 4 people on Jan. 9 in a lengthy investigation into drug sales and weapons.
3 weeks ago
Arrests made in large police operation on Ithaca’s West End
On January 9, the Ithaca Police Department conducted a coordinated operation at Arthaus, which IPD initially referred to as narcotics-related.
3 weeks ago
Comfort Food Trail making return to downtown Ithaca
Good news, foodies. The Downtown Ithaca Alliance is bringing back the Comfort Food Trail for a second year.
3 weeks ago
Ithaca’s housing stock available in online database
Ithaca City officials say the virtual housing development data includes an overview of current housing available, plus recent and future development.
3 weeks ago
Dos Amigos adds breakfast menu, hours in Ithaca
Dos Amigos is now offering breakfast burritos, egg tacos, Café Bustelo, and fresh orange juice five days a week.
3 weeks ago
Varick receives over $5 million to install sewer district along Cayuga Lake
Varick has received a $5,303,500 in state funding to help create Sewer District #4.
