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3 weeks ago

Sciencenter sports new look in Ithaca

The Sciencenter received an exterior paint job last week for the first time in 30 years.

3 weeks ago

Halsey Street safety initiative pushed back in Trumansburg

Trumansburg officials say the road-calming experiment on Halsey Street this Fall had technical challenges, and the speed reduction project has been pushed to Spring 2026.

3 weeks ago

Veterans Day events in Tompkins, Cortland Counties

Multiple services to honor those who have served for Veterans Day will be taking place in Cortland and Tompkins Counties today.

4 weeks ago

Free rabies clinic Friday in Auburn

On November 14, the Finger Lakes SPCA of Central New York is hosting a free rabies clinic at the shelter.

4 weeks ago

Waverly farm and animal rescue grows and donates food

The Happy Compromise Farm + Sanctuary in Waverly grows food and gives it away free in the community.

4 weeks ago

Dry conditions improve, but much of NY remains under drought watch

On November 5, the DEC downgraded 21 counties from a drought warning to a drought watch, citing improvements in streamflow and groundwater.

4 weeks ago

Tompkins County activates Code Blue for this Sunday

On November 9, temperatures are expected to fall below freezing for a period of two or more consecutive hours.

4 weeks ago

Cornell, federal government reach agreement to restore research funding

On November 7, Cornell University announced that it reached an agreement with the federal government to "immediately restore and continue the university's research funding."

4 weeks ago

Farmers’ Almanac says it will cease publication after 208 years, citing financial challenges

A 208-year-old publication that farmers, gardeners and others keen to predict the weather have relied on for guidance will be publishing for the final time.

4 weeks ago

TCPL to mark 25 years on Green Street this Saturday

On November 8, the Tompkins County Public Library, which moved from its Cayuga Street location in 2000, will host a party to mark its silver anniversary.

4 weeks ago

Tompkins County lawmakers eyeing rising COG costs

On November 4, various members of the Center of Government design team presented an update on the project's progress.

4 weeks ago

Peloton recalls nearly 878,000 exercise bikes after several seat posts break

Peloton is recalling nearly 878,000 of its exercise bikes across the U.S. and Canada because the products' seat posts can break during use, posing fall hazards.

4 weeks ago

Thanksgrilling recipes and how to do it right

Wildfire Outdoor Living reports on Thanksgrilling, blending Thanksgiving and grilling. It offers menu ideas, cooking tips, and recipes for a flavorful celebration.

4 weeks ago

Moore Family Farm wins NYS Senate Empire Award

Senator Lea Webb was recently in Groton to present the State Senate Empire Award to the Moore Family Farm.

4 weeks ago

IC, SUNY Cortland to square off in can and bottle drive ahead of 2025 Cortaca Jug

Ahead of the 2025 Cortaca Jug football game, Ithaca College and SUNY Cortland’s sustainability offices have set up a Cortaca Can Collection Competition.

4 weeks ago

Ithaca biotech startup wins $150k grand prize

On October 31, REEgen won the $150,000 grand prize from FuzeHub in a field of 11 other startups at the State’s annual Innovation Summit.

4 weeks ago

Ithaca Rotary Club’s launches 33rd Share the Warmth Campaign

The Ithaca Rotary Club’s 33rd annual Share the Warmth Campaign is underway to collect new or gently used winter clothing for Tompkins County families in need.

4 weeks ago

IPD welcomes two new officers

On November 5, Ithaca Mayor Robert Cantelmo swore in Kristian Zawko and Derek Payne to the Ithaca Police Department.

4 weeks ago

Scale House Brewery donates pizzas to those affected by SNAP loss

On November 3, The Scale House Brewery in Hector opened its doors and handed out free take-out pizzas to anyone affected by the loss of SNAP benefits.

4 weeks ago

NWS issues wind advisory for Southern Tier

The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a wind advisory for much of the region, including Tompkins, Cortland, Tioga, Seneca, Southern Cayuga, Onondaga, Steuben, Schuyler, and Broome Counties.

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