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3 weeks ago
Over $1 million in emergency communications funding headed to Tompkins and Cortland Counties
On July 9, Governor Kathy Hochul announced $110 million in funding across the state through two Division of Homeland Security grant programs.
3 weeks ago
One arrested after fight breaks out in Ithaca, police say
Ithaca Police say an officer was injured trying to break up the brawl on Wednesday.
3 weeks ago
Annual fundraiser Chris’ Run set for Saturday in Cincinnatus
Dedicated to the late Chris Tennant, proceeds from the annual event are used to help youth make healthier choices about diet and exercise.
3 weeks ago
Over 1 million Cuisinart wire grill brushes recalled for safety
On July 2, the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced that Cuisinart has recalled over one million wire bristle brushes.
3 weeks ago
T-Burg CSD searching for replacement after middle school principal resigns
On June 29, the Trumansburg School District Board of Education officially accepted the resignation of Jean Lomax.
3 weeks ago
State Police investigating fatal crash in Virgil
On July 8, State Police were called to Page Green Road near State Route 392 around 11:45 a.m. for a one-vehicle crash.
3 weeks ago
Town of Lansing continues weighing data center options
Tompkins County Legislator Mike Sigler says data center conversations are taking place across the US.
3 weeks ago
First Local Planning Committee meeting set for Ithaca DRI
Ithaca will host its first DRI meeting on July 14.
3 weeks ago
Toy sold at Target recalled for choking hazard
According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, Gigglescape Under the Sea Popping Toys have a clear plastic dome that can detach from its base, exposing children to the small plastic balls inside.
3 weeks ago
Tompkins County Office for the Aging to open Dutch Mill location July 20
Tompkins County bought the Lansing property in Aug. 2025.
3 weeks ago
Ithaca man found unresponsive on bus, later dies
On July 7, Ithaca Police officers were called to the 100 block of East Seneca Street just after 1 a.m. for a report of an unresponsive man on a charter bus.
3 weeks ago
Is a countywide EMS program coming to Tompkins County?
Tompkins County Legislative Chair Shawna Black says it's unlikely for 2027.
3 weeks ago
Deputies: Elmira woman tossed bleach around Big Flats restaurant
Deputies say Larissa King went to the Five Guys in Big Flats on Friday, July 3 looking for someone who works there.
3 weeks ago
Riley bill would help upstate dairy and apple farms address labor shortages
The proposed legislation would remove the "seasonal" requirement for H-2A visas, allowing year-round producers such as dairy farms to hire workers on longer contracts.
3 weeks ago
Goodwill Cortland grand opening set for July 17
Goodwill is preparing to move into Cortland's Riverside Plaza on July 17.
3 weeks ago
Cortland Fire Department rescues fallen ducklings in storm drain
The ducks were found in June on SUNY Cortland's campus.
3 weeks ago
Family Reading Partnership ready to re-open
Family Reading Partnership cuts the ribbon Thu., July 9 at their new space in Lansing.
3 weeks ago
New captain named at Cortland Fire Department
Tyler Zelsnack was sworn in Monday as a captain in Cortland's fire department.
3 weeks ago
Names of victims killed in Dryden house fire released by Sheriff’s office
Deputies say 37-year-old Kayla Wood & 47-year-old Dennis Davis were killed in a Dryden house fire on Friday, July 3.
3 weeks ago
Cayuga County deputy on leave after rape charges, sheriff says
Hunter Lawrence was arrested Friday, July 3 on allegations of sexually abusing a child under the age of 17.
