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4 weeks ago

Waverly man files lawsuit against village, mayor, police department

The resident is accusing the group of violating his First and Fourteenth Amendment rights.

4 weeks ago

Riley bill would restore essential plan coverage for 450,000 New Yorkers

If passed, the bill would restore federal funding cut in the One Big Beautiful Bill.

4 weeks ago

New executive director named at Ithaca’s State Theatre

Lanny Brown will start his tenure on Oct. 27.

4 weeks ago

Cornell bans fraternity house parties and social events for remainder of academic year

On Oct. 13, Cornell President Michael Kotlikoff released a statement highlighting actions being taken to curb sexual assault and support victims.

4 weeks ago

Marathon teacher makes it to top 10 in national contest

Bill Perks has a chance to win money for himself and his school.

4 weeks ago

Cornell group cancels homecoming concert

The Cornell Concert Commission says they're working on a charity concert to support prevention of sex crimes.

4 weeks ago

Ithaca alderperson seeks forgiveness of Asteri rent debt

"The Ithaca Common Council calls on the Vecino Group to drop all rent debt against the residents of Asteri."

4 weeks ago

Nichols man faces multiple charges after alleged police chase

Wayne Floyd Jr. is being held in Bradford County, Pennsylvania Jail on $125,000 cash bail.

4 weeks ago

Route 13 footbridge installation delayed to next week

The Dryden Rail Trail connector is expected to be installed Oct. 21-22.

4 weeks ago

Attempted murder charges in Burda case likely to be dismissed to avoid mistrial

The Cortland man, who shot at police serving him an eviction notice in January 2024, is expected to be sentenced later this month.

4 weeks ago

Tractor-trailer destroyed in Lansing fire; no injuries reported

On October 9, members of the Lansing and Groton Fire Departments responded to the intersection of VanOstrand and Buck Roads.

4 weeks ago

Newfield exploring possibility of farmers’ market

A group in Newfield is collecting public opinions.

4 weeks ago

Auburn man free on $1,500 bail after rape arrest

On Oct. 5, Luke Cross was arrested following an investigation that began in March 2026.

4 weeks ago

DOT to implement visibility upgrades at Ithaca intersection

According to Tompkins County Legislator John Hunt, the NYS DOT recently finished a traffic study at the intersection of Pine Tree Road and Route 79.

4 weeks ago

Cortland schedules series of special budget meetings

The city of Cortland is developing a budget for 2027.

4 weeks ago

With expansion of SUNY Reconnect, TC3 preparing more degree programs

Gov. Hochul says adults who've already earned degrees will be eligible for the SUNY Reconnect program in January.

4 weeks ago

Sheriff: watch out for mortgage insurance scam

The perpetrator uses publicly available online information to create fake invoices appearing to originate from local municipalities

4 weeks ago

Fall Creek Elementary to celebrate new playground with ribbon-cutting ceremony

On Oct. 9, ICSD officials will officially recognize the completed project.

4 weeks ago

Finger Lakes Antique Show returns to Steuben County Fairgrounds this weekend

The show runs from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 10-11 in Bath.

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1 day ago in Entertainment

Awkwafina digs into her culinary roots to try something a little crazy: Open a restaurant

Awkwafina was feeling under the weather recently and decided she was going to make soup. And that startled her because she hasn't always been the kind of person who made soup.

1 day ago in Entertainment, Music, Trending

25 years after ‘Britney,’ 5 new Britney Spears songs showcase a pop icon at a transformative moment

Legacy Recordings on Friday is releasing "Britney (25th Anniversary Edition)," an expanded reissue of her pivotal record, which went quadruple platinum in less than two months. The collection features two remixes and five previously unreleased songs from that era, her first new (or is it old?) music since she announced she would "never return to the music industry" in a 2024 Instagram post.

2 days ago in Education, Entertainment, Local, Sports

Ithaca football ‘excited’ to play for league title, coach says

The Bombers will battle RPI at Butterfield Stadium.

2 days ago in Community, Food & Music, Lifestyle, Local

West Danby firefighters to serve pancakes

All-you-can-eat meals will be available.