Local
9 hours ago
Homicide investigation underway in Homer
On October 8, the Cortland County Sheriff's Office and Homer Police Department responded to a shooting just before 3:30 a.m. at a residence near Grove Street and Route 281.
10 hours ago
Four locals charged in alleged CNY drug trafficking ring
Four locals are among the 17 people who have been indicted on a total of 125 crimes for their alleged roles in purchasing and distributing drugs.
12 hours ago
Despite shutdown, smooth operations at Ithaca airport
On Day 8 of the partial federal government shutdown, there are currently no staff or flight issues at the Ithaca Tompkins International Airport.
16 hours ago
Tompkins, Cortland counties to receive state funding for 911 infrastructure
Senator Lea Webb says nearly $4.5 million will support the implementation of Next Generation 911 in Tompkins, Cortland, and Broome counties.
17 hours ago
CPSC: Jocute Baby Loungers pose injury, death risk
According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Jocute Baby Loungers do not meet the mandatory standard for infant sleep products.
17 hours ago
Tioga County Soil and Water Conservation District receives funding for water quality projects at local farms
The Tioga County Soil and Water Conservation District has received nearly $290,000 in financial support to help five local farms.
17 hours ago
Friends of the Tompkins County Library book sale begins Saturday in Ithaca
On October 11, the Fall edition of the popular biannual book sale kicks off in Ithaca from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
1 day ago
Cornell Navy midshipman selected as national ROTC scholarship finalist
Navy Midshipman Kylie Williamson has been selected as one of 15 finalists for the Navy Federal Credit Union ROTC All-American Scholarship Program.
1 day ago
Ithaca announces public hearings on ’26 budget proposal
The Ithaca Common Council is now reviewing the proposed spending plan, which includes a tax levy increase of 3.5%.
2 days ago
Independent legislative candidate focused on Tompkins County affordability
Independent legislative candidate Michelle Wright would like to see property tax bodies like school boards, towns, and cities work together.
2 days ago
Bath PD looking for missing woman
53-year-old Nikki Wright of Bath has not been seen since September 16th.
2 days ago
Authorities seize 18 dogs, find 8 more dead at Geneva home
On October 2, authorities executed a search warrant at the home of 65-year-old Brian Hess and 68-year-old Rosemarie Bruno-Hess after receiving a complaint of malnourished dogs.
2 days ago
Oberacker announces Congressional campaign in District 19
Senator Peter Oberacker announced Monday, Oct. 6 he will seek the Republican nomination in next year’s midterm elections in District 19.
2 days ago
IPD, state, federal authorities investigating threatening email
On October 6, the threat was sent to schools, and according to IPD, businesses, and elected officials, "in and around the City of Ithaca."
2 days ago
Tonight in Ithaca: Flock Safety reps to attend Tompkins County Legislature meeting
Tonight, you can voice your concerns about privacy and how data from the company's license plate readers and security cameras is being used in Tompkins County.
2 days ago
Coddington Road Community Center asks for input in outdoor phase of expansion project
The Coddington Road Community Center’s new building is nearly complete, but landscape planners are asking for feedback.
2 days ago
Ithaca mayor establishes committee to review compensation for elected officials
On October 3, Mayor Robert Cantelmo announced the creation of the Elected Officials Compensation Review Advisory Committee.
2 days ago
One dead in Newfield crash
On October 5, deputies were called to a two-vehicle crash with serious injuries around 11:15 a.m. in Newfield.
2 days ago
TST BOCES end school lockout after e-mail threat
TST BOCES says several school districts in the area received an e-mail threat early this morning, which triggered immediate lockout procedures.
3 days ago
Mannion to host tele town hall
A districtwide telephone conference being held tomorrow at 5:30 p.m. will include updates from Rep. Mannion on efforts to reopen the government.
