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CPSC issues warning about fake Labubu dolls

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has issued an urgent safety warning about fake Labubu dolls.

1 week ago

RYOBI recalls over 750,000 electric pressure washers

RYOBI is recalling 764,000 pressure washers due to capacitors that can overheat and burst.

1 week ago

Fall hiking highlights in the 607

Take advantage of the changing leaves and cool fall weather with these hiking spots in the 607.

1 week ago

Today: 39th Annual Tompkins County Workers’ Center Labor Day Picnic in Stewart Park

The Tompkins County Workers' Center's 39th Annual Labor Day Picnic is today at Stewart Park in Ithaca.

2 weeks ago

Unintentional overdose deaths decline sharply in Tompkins County

The Tompkins County Whole Health Department has reported a 77% decrease in overdose deaths compared to this time last year.

2 weeks ago

State Theatre of Ithaca receives grant for building conditions study

On August 28th, officials announced that the State Theatre has won a $20,000 grant from The Preservation League of New York.

2 weeks ago

Coyote bite reported at Cornell

On August 25, the Cornell Police Department says someone was bitten by a coyote around 6:45 p.m. near the Trolley Foot Bridge.

2 weeks ago

Nonalcoholic beer and mocktails can help people stay sober or drink less, but are not for everyone

Several years into her sobriety, Logan Denzer decided to try nonalcoholic beer and mocktails while others around her drank real booze. "A lot of people feel out of place" when everyone else is imbibing, said the 27-year-old from Los Angeles, who considers these beverages "an excellent solution."

2 weeks ago

Road work in Ithaca could cause delays near Collegetown

Dryden Road is closed in the 100 block and the 300 to 500 blocks for a milling and paving project.

2 weeks ago

Bat found at Buttermilk Falls State Park tests positive for rabies

On August 22, the bat was found approximately 50 meters away from the swimming area at Buttermilk Falls State Park.

2 weeks ago

Tompkins Chamber cancels forum with elected officials for safety concerns

The Chamber is calling off the Policy Breakfast scheduled for August 28 at Ithaca College after concerning social media posts.

2 weeks ago

At some colleges, move-in day includes students’ dogs and cats

Crossing paths with dogs, cats and other animals is part of campus life for students at Eckerd College, a liberal arts school in Florida that allows pets to live in dormitories.

2 weeks ago

Tompkins County to receive broadband infrastructure funding, Hochul says

On August 21st, Governor Hochul announced nearly $53 million in funding that will help build 234 miles of fiber and 46 wireless hubs in 28 counties.

2 weeks ago

Community Foundation, GIAC, area businesses partner for Back-to-School Supplies Drive

The Greater Ithaca Activities Center (GIAC) and Community Foundation of Tompkins County are offering a Back-to-School drive on August 31st.

2 weeks ago

Trumansburg re-certified as pro-housing community

Trumansburg received a re-certification for their pro-housing community status for 2025.

2 weeks ago

Firefighters rescue injured hiker near Virgil

On August 22, the Cortlandville Fire Department responded to Hoxies Gorge trails around 3:30 p.m. for a report that someone had fallen while hiking.

2 weeks ago

Seven Valleys Health Coalition to receive state funding

On August 22, Governor Hochul announced that Seven Valleys Health Coalition will receive over $46,000.

2 weeks ago

Elmira crews rescue dog stuck in post hole

On August 22, authorities were called to Jerusalem Hill Road for a report that a dog had become stuck in a freshly dug post hole.

2 weeks ago

DMV offering mobile office services at State Fair

The DMV mobile office is once again set up at the Fairgrounds in Syracuse.

2 weeks ago

Cortland Standard to move from historic building

Beginning September 2, the Cortland Standard will operate out of the old Sarvay Shoe Building at 50 Main Street.

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2 hours ago in Entertainment, Music

Rick Davies, co-founder and singer of Supertramp, dies at 81

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Rick Davies, the co-founder, singer and songwriter of British band Supertramp, has died after a long battle with cancer, the band said Monday. He was 81.

19 hours ago in Entertainment, Music

Ella Langley, Megan Moroney, Lainey Wilson lead Country Music Association Awards noms with 6 each

Joining Lainey Wilson in competing for the night's highest honor — CMA entertainer of the year — will be Luke Combs, Cody Johnson, Chris Stapleton and Morgan Wallen, last year's winner in the category.

1 day ago in Sports, Trending

Ravens’ stunning collapse: Baltimore blows 15-point lead in final 4 minutes in 41-40 loss to Bills

With Matt Prater hitting a 32-yard field goal as time expired, Baltimore squandered a 15-point lead in the final four minutes in a stunning season-opening 41-40 loss to the Buffalo Bills on Sunday night.

4 days ago in Entertainment, Music

This year’s song of the summer is a ballad, not a banger. Here’s what that says about us

For the past 14 weeks and counting, the top Billboard spot has been held by a love ballad: Alex Warren's "Ordinary." As Berklee College of Music professor and forensic musicologist Joe Bennett notes, the February release is "a fair bit slower than the mean average for the Hot 100, or for a historical song of the summer."

5 days ago in Entertainment, Music

Justin Bieber announces ‘Swag ll’ will arrive Friday

Never say never... again? In July, Justin Bieber surprised fans by releasing his seventh studio album, "Swag," hours after he teased it on billboards and social media posts. It turns out, he wasn't done yet. On Thursday morning, Bieber shared that "Swag II" will arrive on Friday.