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3 weeks ago

Cortland native Dan Pitcher interviews for Cleveland Browns head coaching position

The Cleveland Browns have reportedly requested to interview Cincinnati Bengals offensive coordinator Dan Pitcher for their head coaching vacancy.

3 weeks ago

Tioga County IDA receives $450k for Newark Valley to Berkshire rail trail study

The Tioga County Industrial Development Agency (TCIDA) has been awarded $450,000 from the state to conduct a pre-engineering study for a potential rail trail.

3 weeks ago

Geneva city councilman accused of drug trafficking

On January 7, Ahmad Whitfield was arrested following an ongoing narcotics trafficking investigation in the Geneva area.

3 weeks ago

One injured in Genoa building site fall

On January 6, the Genoa Volunteer Fire Department responded to a building site accident in the 300 block of Route 34 around 9:15 a.m.

3 weeks ago

Homer Fire Department mourns loss of 50-year member

On January 8, Homer FD shared on Facebook that long-time member Ralph Thornton passed away.

3 weeks ago

Two accused of commercial burglary in Owego

Owego Police arrested 40-year-old Lacey Philippi and 31-year-old Michael Stone last week after an investigation into an alleged theft at a business on North Avenue.

3 weeks ago

Moody appointed permanent Ithaca fire chief

The Ithaca Common Council voted Wednesday, Jan. 7 to appoint Michael Moody as the city's fire chief.

3 weeks ago

Mannion wants ‘transparent’ investigation in ICE shooting

Rep. John Mannion called the video footage of 37-year-old Renee Good being shot dead by ICE “deeply disturbing” in a statement on Facebook.

3 weeks ago

Tioga County 911 radio project still under construction

Tioga County Administrator Jackson Bailey says a 911 radio tower project remains a work in progress.

3 weeks ago

Deborah Dawson unanimously chosen as Vice Chair of Tompkins County Legislature

After Tompkins County Legislator Shawna Black was appointed as Chair, Legislator Deborah Dawson was chosen unanimously as Vice Chair.

3 weeks ago

NYS invests $400k in CMoG marketing campaign

The state is investing $400,000 in a marketing campaign for the Corning Museum of Glass (CMoG).

3 weeks ago

Ithaca shares winter changes, reminders about city parks and trails

Ithaca City Officials say trails within city parks receive limited maintenance during winter, and users should proceed at their own risk.

3 weeks ago

No injuries after small fire, evacuation at Dryden school

On January 7, officials say the middle and high school was forced to evacuate after a fire was reported in an office trash can.

3 weeks ago

Ithaca introduces new downtown parking fees

On Monday, Jan. 5, the price of metered parking in downtown Ithaca increased to $2.50/hour while parking in a city garage rose to $2.25/hour.

3 weeks ago

Nearly 2k attend First Day Hike at Taughannock Falls State Park

Park officials say over 1800 hikers and about 150 dogs showed up for walks at Taughannock Falls State Park on January 1.

3 weeks ago

Hochul signs legislation requiring warning labels for children on social media platforms

On Dec. 23, 2025, Gov. Kathy Hochul signed legislation requiring social media companies to display warning labels to children.

3 weeks ago

Winter Market open through March at Triphammer Mall

You can buy fresh produce and other goods every Saturday through March from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Triphammer Mall.

3 weeks ago

Retired Elmira cop starts work as school resource officer

Chemung County Sheriff Bill Schrom says Brian Williams is working as a school resource officer at Broadway Elementary School in Elmira.

3 weeks ago

Tompkins County Legislature backs nurses’ right to unionize in 16-0 vote

A resolution in the Tompkins County Legislature recognizing the rights of workers to form unions was approved Tuesday, Jan. 6 by all 16 legislators.

3 weeks ago

Two arrested in Ithaca after Flock Alert flags stolen vehicle

33-year-old Michael Smythe and 32-year-old Ebony Parham were arrested after the Tompkins County Sheriff's Office got an alert from Flock Safety cameras in Ithaca.

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