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4 days ago

If you want that tattoo erased it’s going to hurt and it’s going to cost you

Some tattoos simply have to go for one reason or many others. But the process of taking them off is longer, much more costly and ouch — extremely more painful than getting them put on, according to professionals in the industry.

5 days ago

CreateOn Crayola building blocks recalled for ingestion hazard

Magnets inside some CreateOn Crayola pip-Cubes Magnetic Building Cubes can become loose and pose a serious health hazard if swallowed.

5 days ago

Benton-Sherwood House nominated for state, national historic registers

On December 4, Governor Hochul announced that the Benton-Sherwood House is among 19 nominees in New York.

1 week ago

Extended closure at Cortland County YMCA pool begins Saturday

The Cortland County YMCA pool will be closed for repairs from December 7th, 2025 to January 4th, 2026.

1 week ago

Tompkins County urges eligible residents to apply for HEAP

On December 1, following a funding delay due to the government shutdown, HEAP applications officially opened in New York.

1 week ago

Parents under pressure offer creative tips for moving Santa’s spy Elf on the Shelf

Elf on the Shelf, who turns 20 this year, has created lots of family memories, laughter and the occasional parental panic over where to move the elf next.

1 week ago

Don’t forget pets when preparing for winter’s cold. Here’s what experts recommend

As wintry weather settles in, it brings risks for pets as well as people. Pet owners can take steps to keep their animals warm and safe, including learning about the dangers of extreme temperatures, buying weather-resistant accessories, and stocking up on extra supplies in case of power outages or storms.

1 week ago

Variety of shredded cheese sold at Aldi, Target, Walmart recalled

On October 3, Great Lakes Cheese Company recalled a variety of its shredded cheese because it may contain metal fragments.

1 week ago

Riley introduces bill to recruit STEM teachers to rural schools

On December 2, Riley introduced the Boosting the Rural STEM Pipeline Act which will help funnel high-quality educators to remote school districts.

1 week ago

Cortland Police remind residents and students to secure homes over holiday, winter break

The Cortland Police Department is reminding residents and college students preparing to leave town for the holidays or winter break to take steps to keep their homes safe.

1 week ago

Cayuga County creates animal abuse registry

Lawmakers have unanimously voted to create an official Animal Abuse Registry in Cayuga County.

1 week ago

Attorney: Recent case law shows Tompkins County was on the right track during January ICE arrest

Tompkins County Attorney Maury Josephson says a recent judgment downstate validates Sheriff Derek Osborne's concerns related to the arrest of Jesus Romero-Hernandez earlier this year.

1 week ago

Ozark Trail tabletop camping stove recalled for fire, burn hazard

According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, a model of Ozark Trail's tabletop 1-burner butane camping stoves can catch fire or explode.

2 weeks ago

Sheriff: Scam targeting businesses in Tompkins County

On December 1, the Tompkins County Sheriff’s Office shared that several local establishments have recently received calls from a man claiming to be a law enforcement sergeant.

2 weeks ago

Citizen Preparedness Corps training Thursday in Cortland

Some spaces remain for the NYS Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services Citizen Preparedness Corps class later this week in Cortland.

2 weeks ago

Tompkins County opens registration for short-term rentals

Under a law that passed earlier this year, owners and operators of STRs must register them with the county by Feb. 28.

2 weeks ago

Schuyler County law enforcement mourns loss of retired sheriff

On November 29, retired Sheriff Bill Yessman Jr. passed away after a 36-year career with the Schuyler County Sheriff's Office.

2 weeks ago

Can your dog eat Christmas dinner? The holiday foods pets can and can’t have

Spot & Tango reports on safe holiday foods for dogs, warning against harmful items and how to include pets in festive celebrations responsibly.

2 weeks ago

Why Cyber Monday could break spending records despite economic uncertainty

Deals promoted as some of the best of the holiday season are expected to keep people across the United States glued to their computers and smartphones as the post-Thanksgiving shopping marathon wraps up on Cyber Monday.

2 weeks ago

Local nonprofits receive emergency funding to support food security

On November 24, State Senator Lea Webb announced $100,000 in Local Emergency Food Relief Equipment grants for groups.

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4 hours ago in Trending, World

King Charles III says his cancer treatment is being reduced as he promotes benefits of screening

King Charles III said Friday that early diagnosis and treatment will allow doctors to reduce his cancer treatment in the new year as he encouraged others to take advantage of screening programs that can detect the disease early when it is easiest to treat.

4 hours ago in Sports, Trending

Sherrone Moore charged with stalking, home invasion after being fired as Michigan football coach

Fired University of Michigan football coach Sherrone Moore "barged his way" into the apartment of a woman with whom he had been having an affair and threatened to kill himself after she reported the relationship to the school and he lost his job, prosecutors said Friday.

11 hours ago in Lifestyle, Trending

Experts share their top tips to save money this holiday season

From gifts to travel plans to grocery shopping, costs can pile up and become overwhelming, especially in a difficult economic environment. Holiday shopping can bring joy, but it's important to stick to a budget and avoid going into debt, said shopping expert Trae Bodge.

11 hours ago in Entertainment, Music

It feels good to be Jelly Roll. And now, he’s ready to win a Grammy

This week, Jelly Roll was invited to become a member of the Grand Ole Opry. And last month, he learned that he was nominated for three Grammys in 2026, marking his third year in a row receiving nods. Two of those are new territory for him.

11 hours ago in Entertainment, Music

Every major update from the first two episodes of Taylor Swift’s Disney+ Eras Tour docuseries

"The Eras Tour was a lifetime within my life," Taylor Swift told the room at a screening of the first two episodes of her new Disney+ docuseries, "The End of an Era." "It feels insane."