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Empire Fiber expands service to Collegetown, Bryant Park, and Belle Sherman

Empire Fiber expands service to Collegetown, Bryant Park, and Belle Sherman

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ITHACA, NY (607NewsNow) — On August 25th, 2026, Empire Fiber announced the expansion of its 100% fiber network in Ithaca, making service available for more than 700 additional homes and businesses.

The expansion allows Empire Fiber to offer services to more than 5,400 customers.

“Ithaca deserves internet that works as hard as the people who live and work here,” said Kevin Dickens, CEO of Empire Fiber Internet. “From students and families relying on connectivity for school and work to businesses that depend on our internet to serve customers, fiber delivers the speed and reliability that modern life requires. And just as important, our customers can count on responsive, local support when they need it.”

Ithaca residents and business owners interested in Empire Fiber’s services can check their address for eligibility at empirefiber.com.

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