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1 day ago

Lawmakers approve temporary moves of COFA, Assessment Department to Lansing

On October 21, lawmakers approved the temporary relocation of Tompkins County Assessment Department and Office for the Aging to Lansing.

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Schuyler County Sheriff’s Office: Missing woman located safe

UPDATE: 36-year-old Stephanie Kemp has been located and is safe after being reported missing on October 22nd..

2 days ago

GreenStar donates to Sciencenter through Bags for Change program

On October 22, GreenStar Food Co-Op presented the Sciencenter with a check for $576.48.

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City of Ithaca seeks members for Zoning Advisory Committee

Ithaca is asking anyone interested in helping to shape the city to come forward and serve on the Zoning Advisory Committee.

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Tompkins, Cortland County residents among graduating state troopers

Caden Congdon of Cortland, Jonathan Elmore of Homer, Madison Sciera of Homer, and Richard Henry of Groton are now New York State Troopers.

2 days ago

Prescription Drug Takeback event Saturday in Owego

On October 25, as part of the DEA’s National Takeback campaign, you can get rid of all solid forms of prescription drugs, including tablets, capsules, and patches.

3 days ago

Ensign accepts Tompkins County Highway Director position

Nick Ensign has accepted the position of Tompkins County Highway Director after serving in an interim role.

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Cortland County receives over $800k in matching funds from NYS

On October 20, the New York Department of State announced that Cortland County is receiving matching funds for two 2023 projects.

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During cold and flu season, the youngest kids really are the germiest

Forget colorful leaves. Any caregiver knows that the real signs of fall are kids with coughs, sneezes and sniffles.

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Emergency Town Board meeting called in Lansing related to proposed moratorium

On October 23, Lansing Town Board members will gather to determine a deadline for accepting public comments regarding the proposed local moratorium law and “approving litigation counsel.”

3 days ago

Syracuse PD seeks help locating suspect in dog stabbing

On October 21, someone allegedly stabbed a dog at a residence in the 500 block of East Willow Street.

4 days ago

Owego FD honors longtime member at annual banquet

On October 18, Richard Franz was recognized for his 75 years of service at the Owego Fire Department’s annual banquet.

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Art & Found creative reuse and antique store set to open in Dewitt Mall

On October 29, Art & Found will have its grand opening in the Dewitt Mall from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m.

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Tompkins County hopes to attract more airlines to Ithaca airport

Key members of Tompkins County staff are headed to the TakeOff North America Conference in Florida next month to bolster services at Ithaca Tompkins International Airport (ITH).

4 days ago

Key Ithaca roadway remains closed after water main break damage

On October 18, a main break occurred near the South Aurora and Prospect Street intersection, and city officials say it caused extensive damage.

4 days ago

One airlifted after being pinned under tree in Cuyler

On October 18, the Cuyler Fire Department was called to a home around 1 p.m. for a report that someone was injured and pinned underneath a tree in their yard.

5 days ago

Angelhearts reopens as donut shop in Ithaca

Angelhearts Donuts, formerly Angelhearts Diner, is once again welcoming customers, this time at 110 West Green Street near Press Bay Alley.

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Taco Bell to debut tomorrow in Owego

On October 22, officials will cut the ribbon a new Taco Bell located off Route 17C at the site of a former bank in Owego.

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Abandoned vehicle auctions set for Friday in Ithaca

On October 24, a total of 11 cars, trucks, vans, and SUVs will be put up for sale in two Abandoned Vehicle auctions in Ithaca.

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Ithaca seeks final phase design input for city walking and biking network

You are invited to give design ideas for the final phase of the Move Ithaca Active Transportation Plan, which seeks to establish a safe biking and walking network across the city.

News

1 day ago in Entertainment, Music

Miguel’s ‘CAOS,’ fueled by anger and angst, is his first studio album in nearly a decade

If you wondered why Miguel didn't release a studio album for nearly a decade, his response is simple: life.

2 days ago in Entertainment, Music

Taylor Swift, LL Cool J, Kenny Loggins and David Byrne are among Songwriters Hall of Fame nominees

Taylor Swift, Kenny Loggins, LL Cool J, Pink, Sarah McLachlan and Talking Heads' David Byrne are among the impressive list of nominees for the 2026 Songwriters Hall of Fame class, an eclectic mix of pop, hip-hop, folk and rock innovators.

2 days ago in Sports, Trending

Miami Heat’s Rozier, Trail Blazers’ Billups arrested in federal gambling probe, sources say

Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier and Portland Trail Blazers head coach Chauncey Billups have been arrested in connection with a federal investigation into sports betting, people familiar with the matter told The Associated Press on Thursday.

3 days ago in Entertainment, Music

Bon Jovi is hitting the road. Band announces first tour since Jon Bon Jovi’s vocal cord surgery

Decades into his career and the unthinkable happened. It was 2022, and Jon Bon Jovi began struggling through his songs. He saw a doctor who said one of his vocal cords was atrophying. He needed major surgery.

3 days ago in Entertainment, Music

MusiCares names Mariah Carey its 2026 Person of the Year

MusiCares, an organization that helps music professionals who need financial, personal or medical assistance, will honor Mariah Carey as its 2026 Person of the Year.