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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.
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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.
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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.
3 weeks ago
Odd even parking enforcement temporarily suspended in Ithaca
With milder weather on the horizon, city residents are free to park on either side of the street.
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Fatal crash under investigation in Richford
On January 3, deputies were called to Route 79 in Richford for a two-vehicle crash around 1:30 p.m.
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Troopers: Painted Post man made ‘repeated’ fake 911 calls in 2025
State Police say 40-year-old Thomas Margeson repeatedly made fake calls to 911 and the New York State Child Abuse and Mistreatment hotline last year.
3 weeks ago
Homer to begin comprehensive plan review
Homer Town Supervisor Mike Park tells 607 News Now a state grant will help the town board update a plan that’s more than a decade old.
3 weeks ago
Tioga County Legislature elects new chair
Legislator Tracy Monell was unanimously elected Friday, Jan. 2 to lead the Tioga County’s governing body, the first change at the top in over a decade.
3 weeks ago
Two charged with burglary, grand larceny in Cortlandville
On January 2, Richard Briere, of Cortlandville, and Miranda Simmons, of Lafayette, allegedly took items from Walmart without paying.
3 weeks ago
Wayne County man charged with Ovid burglary
On January 2, deputies arrested Joseph Lamb, of Newark, around 6:30 p.m. and is facing three charges.
3 weeks ago
Tompkins County Office for the Aging seeks nominees for outstanding volunteer awards
The Tompkins County Office for the Aging is looking for older adult volunteers to recognize for their impact on the community.
3 weeks ago
Cayuga Lake Wine Trail receives grant for out-of-state marketing
Last month, Governor Hochul announced that nearly $64,000 in development funding is going to the Cayuga Lake Wine Trail (CLWT) for an out-of-state marketing program.
3 weeks ago
No injuries, damage limited after fire at Groton church
On January 3, the Groton Fire Department was dispatched to South Main Street around 12:40 p.m. for a possible structure fire at the Groton Assembly of God Church.
3 weeks ago
Cortland man charged in alleged stabbing
On January 4, Cortland Police arrested 33-year-old Dillin Wilcox and charged him with felony assault, felony criminal possession of a weapon, and misdemeanor resisting arrest.
4 weeks ago
Museum of the Earth spared from foreclosure
The Museum of the Earth's $3 million mortgage was paid off in full last month with the help of roughly 2,300 donors.
4 weeks ago
Commemorative sign in Apalachin honors astronaut Doug Hurley
Last week, a commemorative sign was installed in Apalachin, recognizing the childhood home of astronaut and Owego Free Academy graduate Doug Hurley.
4 weeks ago
Nichols to receive nearly $154k for Cady Library restoration work
Nichols is getting nearly $154,000 for restoration work on the roof, windows, and doors at the Cady Library & Carriage House.
