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2 weeks ago

Officials: Dryden Lake dam is leaking, will be replaced in 2027

Dryden's deputy town supervisor says the lake's water levels are down over 50%.

2 weeks ago

CNY SNAP secures funding to purchase Cortland building

CNY SNAP shifts focus to building renovations and equipment after securing funding to purchase Salisbury Street location.

2 weeks ago

Aggressive fox reported in Ithaca confirmed rabid

According to the Tompkins County Whole Health Department, a fox captured in Ithaca has tested positive for rabies.

2 weeks ago

Aurora under water conservation order

The Cayuga County Health Department has issued a water conservation order in Aurora after a water main break on the Wells College campus.

2 weeks ago

Sheriff: no threat found after gunshot in Cuyler

Deputies heard a gunshot during an investigation in Cuyler but could not locate a weapon after a search.

2 weeks ago

Homer man dies in Route 281 crash

A 26-year-old Homer man was killed in a collision on Wednesday in Tully.

2 weeks ago

Harmful algal bloom shuts swimming down at Taughannock Falls State Park

Swimming at Taughannock Falls State Park beach is closed due to a harmful algal bloom in the water.

2 weeks ago

DEC extends air quality advisory for Ithaca area

Elevated levels of pollution are causing a smoky haze in the Ithaca area.

2 weeks ago

IPD makes arrest after alleged threats at DSS

Richard Madorsky is charged with a felony in Ithaca.

2 weeks ago

Firefighters rescue trapped rabbit in Johnson City

Members of the Johnson City Fire Department responded to a report of a rabbit trapped in a fence this week.

2 weeks ago

Riley introduces bill aimed at data center energy costs

Congressman Josh Riley, along with Congressman Jeff Vand Drew of New Jersey, introduced the FAIR Data Act on July 13.

2 weeks ago

Webb launches annual Teacher Supply Drive

State Senator Lea Webb is collecting school supplies at 11 locations across Senate District 52 through August 10.

2 weeks ago

No injuries after car crashes into Ithaca home

A vehicle crashed into a home after swerving to avoid another driver on July 15 in Ithaca.

2 weeks ago

Tompkins County Human Services Building closed for police activity

The Tompkins County Human Services Building is closed for the remainder of the day, July 15.

2 weeks ago

Hochul signs 1-year statewide ban on data centers

Gov. Hochul signed the moratorium on data centers July 14.

2 weeks ago

Cortland lawmakers exploring paid parking at SUNY Cortland to relieve congestion, mayor says

Mayor Steve says parking on streets by SUNY Cortland has caused congestion.

2 weeks ago

Trinity Valley Creamery & Market soft opening set for Friday and Saturday

Trinity Valley Creamery & Market will begin serving ice cream in a soft launch this Friday and Saturday.

2 weeks ago

Juvenile bald eagle recovering after rescue in Homer

A juvenile bald eagle injured in Homer is recovering at Cornell University.

2 weeks ago

Former substitute bus driver at Homer CSD arrested on child porn charges

Luke Underwood, of Otisco, is accused of possession and promoting a sexual performance of a child.

2 weeks ago

With high temps returning to 90s, heat advisory issued for Ithaca area

Tompkins, Cortland, and Tioga Counties will be under a heat advisory Tuesday.

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Actor Storm Reid hopes music reveals another side, introducing listeners to the real her

Storm Reid knows how the world sees her: an accomplished, polished actor who always seems to have it all together. Through new music, the Emmy-winner hopes listeners discover another side of her.

12 hours ago in Community, Lifestyle, Local

GoFundMe campaign underway for injured student athlete in Trumansburg

On July 21, 16-year-old Lucas Vann suffered a serious injury in a weight-lifting accident.

1 day ago in Lifestyle

Tanning is getting hot again. Here’s what it really does to your skin

Experts are concerned about a resurgence in the popularity of tanning among young adults as social media has helped tanning in general make a comeback. A video of a girl sharing her "tanning secrets" and showing off a bikini tan line has racked up more than 11 million views, while people in the comments joke, "The earth probably won't last long anyway, I'd rather go out tan than pale."

1 day ago in Entertainment, Music

The Recording Academy CEO responds to BTS decision not to submit to Grammys

Recording Academy CEO Harvey Mason jr. has responded to the news that K-pop powerhouse BTSwill not submit their music for consideration at the forthcoming 2027 Grammy Awards.