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4 weeks ago

Cortland man wins $10M on scratch-off

CORTLAND, NY (607NewsNow) – Happy Holidays indeed for a Cortland man. Crown City resident David Miller has won the $10…

4 weeks ago

Holiday will affect recycling schedule in Tompkins County

Some recycling drop spots in Tompkins County will be closed on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

4 weeks ago

Buffalo Street Books hosting live readings of A Christmas Carol

Buffalo Street Books is once again hosting live readings of Charles Dickens’ classic "A Christmas Carol" on today, Dec. 19th and tomorrow, Dec. 20th.

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FLLT adds 108 acres in Dryden to be added to Yellow Barn State Forest

On December 18, the Finger Lakes Land Trust (FLLT) announced the purchase of 108 acres bordering Yellow Barn State Forest.

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Sun Dog Downtown Clubhouse coming to Cortland in early 2026

Golfers longing to get back out on the course will get a momentary break from winter weather soon at Sun Dog Downtown Clubhouse.

4 weeks ago

New business fills morning food, drink needs in Newfield

Morning Moon Coffee & Bakery opened its doors in Newfield last month.

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NY to join 12 states, Washington D.C. with passage of end-of-life care bill

On December 17, Governor Kathy Hochul announced an agreement with the State Legislature to pass the long-debated bill that will help terminally ill residents with less than six months to live.

4 weeks ago

Crews respond to reported gas leak in Virgil

On December 15, the Virgil Fire Department was called to a possible gas leak around 9:45 p.m. on South Cortland Virgil Road.

4 weeks ago

Teen drug use remains low, but survey finds small rise in heroin and cocaine use

Teen use of alcohol, nicotine and marijuana remains at record lows, according to national survey results released Wednesday.

4 weeks ago

Maximalism is back in cocktails with bold colors and flavors

After years of minimalist, pared-back drinks, maximalism is back. Drinkers are looking for more than just a simple serve, and bartenders are dreaming up bold color palettes, layered flavors, oversize garnishes, theatrical glassware and playful twists on classic drinks.

4 weeks ago

Santa’s Workshop community event to be held at GIAC Thursday

On December 18, the Greater Ithaca Activities Center (GIAC) is hosting Santa’s Workshop with a community stocking stuffer/gift exchange, festive games, sweet treats, and free "Nice List" certificates.

4 weeks ago

Found in Ithaca Antiques to open Friday for week-long ‘holiday preview’

Found Antiques is holding a soft opening at their new location in the former Emerson Power building, now Southworks.

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Hangar Theatre to host A Christmas Carol Cocktail Experience Friday and Saturday

The Hangar Theatre is hosting Midnight Creative's A Christmas Cocktail Carol on Friday, December 19th and Saturday, December 20th.

4 weeks ago

Cornell alum’s $55M gift establishes CALS Ashley School

Cornell received $55 million from alumnus Stephen Ashley '62, MBA '64, which will establish the Ashley School of Global Development and the Environment in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS).

4 weeks ago

Tompkins County Health officials seek info about dog bite near Hanshaw and Freese Road

On Tuesday, Dec. 16, a cross-country skier was bitten around 2 p.m. in a Cornell-owned field south of Hanshaw Road and west of Freese Road.

4 weeks ago

Dairy Queen returning to Ithaca

Dairy Queen is moving into the former Tim Horton’s across from Home Depot on Elmira Road.

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Americans like artificial Christmas trees even though few are made in US and prices are up

Tariffs shone a twinkling light this year on fake Christmas trees — and the extent to which America depends on other countries for its plastic fir trees.

4 weeks ago

Village ice rink opens Saturday in Homer

On December 20, you can lace 'em up at the George Vernum Park municipal courts behind the Homer Fire Department.

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Actor Michael Keaton is named Man of the Year by Harvard’s Hasty Pudding Theatricals

Actor Michael Keaton has been named 2026 Man of the Year by Harvard University's Hasty Pudding Theatricals. The theater group, which dates to 1844 and claims to be the world's third-oldest still operating, announced Wednesday that Keaton will receive his Pudding Pot award at a celebratory roast Feb. 6.

15 hours ago in Entertainment

Trevor Noah to host Grammys for the sixth and final time

Trevor Noah will be hosting the Grammy Awards for the sixth consecutive year, but this time, it's being billed as a farewell gig. The Recording Academy announced Tuesday that the South African comedian is returning "one final time" for the Feb. 1 show, for which he will also serve as an executive producer.

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Actor Kiefer Sutherland arrested for allegedly assaulting a ride-hail driver, police say

Actor Kiefer Sutherland was arrested on suspicion of criminal threats early Monday morning after Los Angeles police say he assaulted a ride-hail driver.

20 hours ago in Community, Lifestyle, Local

Community Foundation of Tompkins County names new chief development officer

On January 12, Steph Bailey was appointed as the new Chief Development Officer of the Community Foundation of Tompkins County.