Local » Page 4
2 weeks ago
Tioga County IDA receives $450k for Newark Valley to Berkshire rail trail study
The Tioga County Industrial Development Agency (TCIDA) has been awarded $450,000 from the state to conduct a pre-engineering study for a potential rail trail.
2 weeks ago
Geneva city councilman accused of drug trafficking
On January 7, Ahmad Whitfield was arrested following an ongoing narcotics trafficking investigation in the Geneva area.
2 weeks ago
One injured in Genoa building site fall
On January 6, the Genoa Volunteer Fire Department responded to a building site accident in the 300 block of Route 34 around 9:15 a.m.
2 weeks ago
Homer Fire Department mourns loss of 50-year member
On January 8, Homer FD shared on Facebook that long-time member Ralph Thornton passed away.
2 weeks ago
Two accused of commercial burglary in Owego
Owego Police arrested 40-year-old Lacey Philippi and 31-year-old Michael Stone last week after an investigation into an alleged theft at a business on North Avenue.
2 weeks ago
Moody appointed permanent Ithaca fire chief
The Ithaca Common Council voted Wednesday, Jan. 7 to appoint Michael Moody as the city's fire chief.
2 weeks ago
Mannion wants ‘transparent’ investigation in ICE shooting
Rep. John Mannion called the video footage of 37-year-old Renee Good being shot dead by ICE “deeply disturbing” in a statement on Facebook.
2 weeks ago
Tioga County 911 radio project still under construction
Tioga County Administrator Jackson Bailey says a 911 radio tower project remains a work in progress.
2 weeks ago
Deborah Dawson unanimously chosen as Vice Chair of Tompkins County Legislature
After Tompkins County Legislator Shawna Black was appointed as Chair, Legislator Deborah Dawson was chosen unanimously as Vice Chair.
2 weeks ago
NYS invests $400k in CMoG marketing campaign
The state is investing $400,000 in a marketing campaign for the Corning Museum of Glass (CMoG).
2 weeks ago
Ithaca shares winter changes, reminders about city parks and trails
Ithaca City Officials say trails within city parks receive limited maintenance during winter, and users should proceed at their own risk.
2 weeks ago
No injuries after small fire, evacuation at Dryden school
On January 7, officials say the middle and high school was forced to evacuate after a fire was reported in an office trash can.
2 weeks ago
Ithaca introduces new downtown parking fees
On Monday, Jan. 5, the price of metered parking in downtown Ithaca increased to $2.50/hour while parking in a city garage rose to $2.25/hour.
2 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.
2 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.
2 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.
2 weeks ago
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.
2 weeks ago
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.
2 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.
2 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.
