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Pennsylvania high school history instructor named nation’s Teacher of the Year
A high school history teacher in Pennsylvania who helps students look inward to find their strengths and outward to find community inside and outside the classroom has been named the 2026 National Teacher of the Year.
2 days ago in National
And they’re off: Fastest Boston Marathon field ever has wind at its back as it starts the race
The fastest field in Boston Marathon history left Hopkinton on Monday morning for the 130th edition of the world's oldest and most prestigious annual marathon, riding cool weather and a tailwind on its 26.2-mile (42.1945-kilometer) journey to Copley Square.
6 days ago in National, Trending
Severe storms continue to produce heavy rain, lightning and flooding across parts of US
Storms barreling across the heart of the United States continued to threaten rain and pose flooding risks Thursday after causing at least one death when a man apparently was struck by lightning in Wisconsin.
6 days ago in National, Trending
Tiger Woods’ lawyer vows to fight subpoena for prescription records in DUI case
Tiger Woods ' attorney intends to fight an attempt by prosecutors to subpoena the golfer's prescription drug records following his arrest last month in Florida on suspicion of driving under the influence.
1 week ago in National
Swalwell exits California governor’s race after assault allegations as rivals seek his supporters
Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell's abrupt exit from the race for California governor left his rivals scrambling to lock down his former supporters in a crowded contest with no clear leader, injecting more turmoil into the campaign to lead the nation's most populous state.
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Ithaca Children’s Garden appoints new interim director
Leigh MacDonald was named by the ICG board of directors to serve as interim executive director, following the recent departure of Naomi Sukenik.
20 hours ago in Community, Lifestyle, Local, Politics
Dryden Recreation and Youth Commission welcomes new member
On April 16, Jennifer Davis was appointed to the Dryden Recreation and Youth Commission.
21 hours ago in Lifestyle
What to know about psychedelic retreats, a booming business with few safety guardrails
Surging interest in the purported benefits of psychedelic drugs has given rise to books, documentaries and conferences dedicated to the mind-altering substances. Now add one more business to the list: psychedelic retreats.
2 days ago in Lifestyle
To make hosting less stressful, strive for connection and not perfection
Inviting friends and family members over for a celebration, holiday or routine dinner provides an opportunity for connection, but pressure to serve good-tasting food in a clean and welcoming environment can deter many people from hosting or prevent them from being fully present with their guests when they do.
5 days ago in Community, Environment, Lifestyle, Local
Newfield residents to pick up roadside trash
On Saturday, April 18th, Newfield residents will pick up trash as part of Greenup Day.
Sports
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Ithaca College softball extends win streak
ITHACA, NY (607NewsNow) — The Ithaca College softball team is on a roll. On Tuesday, the Bombers beat Cortland in…
Former Cornell football player named executive director of NFL Players Association
2013 Cornell grad JC Tretter, former offensive lineman for the Green Bay Packers and Cleveland Browns, will serve as executive director of the NFL Players Association (NFLPA).
22 hours ago in Sports
Victor Wembanyama is a unanimous selection as the NBA’s defensive player of the year
There had never been a unanimous NBA Defensive Player of the Year. Until now. Victor Wembanyama — as expected — was announced Monday as the league's top defensive player.
1 day ago in Education, Entertainment, Local, Sports
Ithaca College softball prepares for doubleheader
The Bombers are preparing for a doubleheader against Cortland, starting at 3 p.m. today.
2 days ago in Sports, Trending
Defending champion John Korir breaks Boston Marathon record and Sharon Lokedi also repeats
John Korir outran the strongest field in Boston Marathon history and still had enough energy left to bounce around Boylston Street after learning he had blistered the course record, too.
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Ithaca College softball extends win streak
ITHACA, NY (607NewsNow) — The Ithaca College softball team is on a roll. On Tuesday, the Bombers beat Cortland in…
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Staff cuts likely in Cortland school district budget proposal
CORTLAND, NY (607NewsNow) — Staff cuts are possible in the Cortland Enlarged City School District. Superintendent Bob Edwards tells 607…
2 hours ago in Community, Entertainment, Environment, Lifestyle, Local
Ithaca Children’s Garden appoints new interim director
Leigh MacDonald was named by the ICG board of directors to serve as interim executive director, following the recent departure of Naomi Sukenik.
2 hours ago in Community, Crime, Local, Regional
Ithaca woman sentenced in fatal 2023 car accident
On April 17, Juria Vanness, 44, was sentenced to 2 and 1/3 to 7 years in prison on a first-degree charge of vehicular manslaughter.
2 hours ago in Community, Local
INHS to receive nearly $400k in THUD funding
On April 17, Senator Kirsten Gillibrand announced over $5 million in grants to nonprofits in the national NeighborWorks America network.
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22 minutes ago in Community, Education, Entertainment, Local, Sports
Ithaca College softball extends win streak
ITHACA, NY (607NewsNow) — The Ithaca College softball team is on a roll. On Tuesday, the Bombers beat Cortland in…
2 hours ago in Community, Entertainment, Environment, Lifestyle, Local
Ithaca Children’s Garden appoints new interim director
Leigh MacDonald was named by the ICG board of directors to serve as interim executive director, following the recent departure of Naomi Sukenik.
21 hours ago in Entertainment
Book bans and attempted bans remain at record highs, with ‘Sold’ topping the list
Book bans and attempted bans remain at record highs, according to the American Library Association. And efforts to have titles removed have never been more coordinated or politicized.
21 hours ago in Entertainment
South Korean police seek to arrest K-pop mogul behind BTS
South Korean police said Tuesday they are seeking to arrest music mogul Bang Si-Hyuk, chairman of the agency behind K-pop supergroup BTS, as they expand an investigation into allegations that he illegally gained more than $100 million in an investor fraud scheme.
1 day ago in Education, Entertainment, Local, Sports
Ithaca College softball prepares for doubleheader
The Bombers are preparing for a doubleheader against Cortland, starting at 3 p.m. today.
2 days ago in Entertainment, Trending
Singer D4vd charged with murder of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez, found dismembered in his car
Singer D4vd has been charged with murder in the death of a 14-year-old girl who was last known to be alive nearly a year ago and whose dismembered and decomposed body was found in September in his apparently abandoned Tesla, prosecutors said Monday.
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Late Queen Elizabeth II’s legacy still looms over British monarchy 100 years after her birth
Queen Elizabeth II lives on at the Cool Britannia gift shop across the road from Buckingham Palace. Four years after the queen's death, the shop is doing a brisk business in mugs, tea towels and key rings bearing the likeness of Britain's longest-reigning monarch as the nation marks the centenary of her birth on Tuesday.
2 days ago in Sports, Trending
Defending champion John Korir breaks Boston Marathon record and Sharon Lokedi also repeats
John Korir outran the strongest field in Boston Marathon history and still had enough energy left to bounce around Boylston Street after learning he had blistered the course record, too.
2 days ago in Entertainment, Trending
Singer D4vd charged with murder of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez, found dismembered in his car
Singer D4vd has been charged with murder in the death of a 14-year-old girl who was last known to be alive nearly a year ago and whose dismembered and decomposed body was found in September in his apparently abandoned Tesla, prosecutors said Monday.





