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2 weeks ago

Found in Ithaca to officially open January 10

On January 10, the antique and vintage shop Found will officially open its new store after a soft opening holiday preview event in late December.

2 weeks ago

Owego gets over $270k for Marvin Park pool improvements

The Village of Owego has received $271,771 for Marvin Park pool upgrades.

3 weeks ago

City of Ithaca enacts odd-even parking rules until further notice

In anticipation of winter weather, Ithaca is enacting parking guidelines to help DPW workers clear roads and storm drains more easily.

3 weeks ago

Ithaca man faces multiple charges after traffic stop in Owego

Timothy Bell was pulled over in Owego last week for failing to yield to an emergency vehicle and not having his headlights on after dark.

3 weeks ago

LBA Pancake breakfast Sunday to support Lansing Food Pantry

On January 3, the Lansing Business Alliance (LBA) is holding a pancake breakfast in support of the Lansing Food Pantry.

3 weeks ago

Ithaca to collect Christmas trees Jan. 5

The city’s annual curbside tree pickup begins Monday, Jan. 5.

3 weeks ago

Lansing resident charged with Ithaca robbery

Ithaca Police say 25-year-old Madison Hornbrook stole from a business last Monday afternoon on the Commons.  

3 weeks ago

Homer FD announces calling hours, services for former chief

Calling hours for Former Chief Mahlon Irish Jr. will be held Friday, January 2, 2026, at the Homer Fire Department from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.

3 weeks ago

Ithaca YMCA to receive over $6 million for pool work and related improvements

On December 29, Governor Kathy Hochul announced $6.26 million in funding for the Ithaca Y through the NY SWIMS initiative.

3 weeks ago

Older residents can schedule free tax prep in Tioga County

On January 2, local certified volunteers will begin taking appointments for free tax preparation in Tioga County.

3 weeks ago

Berkshire man accused of shooting at police drone

On December 21, Nathan Warner, of Berkshire, was arrested and charged with felony unauthorized use of a firearm and misdemeanor reckless endangerment of property.

3 weeks ago

Chemung County deputies find fentanyl, meth during traffic stop

41-year-old Justin Dennison and 36-year-old Katrina Cranmer were found with crack cocaine, meth, and fentanyl during a Dec. 23rd traffic stop.

3 weeks ago

Tompkins County wins state award for COG project

State officials say Tompkins County will receive $2 million for the Center of Government project in downtown Ithaca.

3 weeks ago

Cortland to receive $3.8M for Yaman Park improvements

On December 29, Governor Kathy Hochul announced that the Crown City will receive a $3.8 million award for renovations at Yaman Park.

3 weeks ago

Bonding issue could jeopardize ARPA money for Cayuga Health drug and mental health treatment facility

An issue arose during the licensing process for Cayuga Health’s withdrawal stabilization and intensive crisis stabilization centers.

3 weeks ago

Village of Lansing to receive over $570k for sidewalk connectivity project

On December 23, Governor Kathy Hochul announced that $572,139 is headed to the village for the Uptown and Craft Roads Sidewalk Connectivity Project.

3 weeks ago

Singing Dog Bakery offers all-natural pet treats in Watkins Glen

After several years of attending local farmers' markets, Singing Dog Bakery opened a dedicated storefront downtown in Watkins Glen earlier this month.

3 weeks ago

Tompkins County jail low on space, sheriff says

Tompkins County Sheriff Derek Osborne tells 607 News Now his department has outgrown the current facility on Warren Rd. in Lansing,

3 weeks ago

IPD arrests man for threatening officers with knife at apartment building

43-year-old Jason Noble threatened officers with a knife and consumed "an unknown white powdery substance" before being handcuffed.

3 weeks ago

Union authorizes potential strike at BelGioioso plant in Campbell

Teamsters Local 118 voted last week to authorize a strike at the BelGioioso plant in Campbell, 90-58.

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