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Sewer work to close street in Ithaca until July

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ITHACA, NY (607NewsNow) – A lengthy project begins today in Ithaca.

The sewer and water lines in the 300-500 blocks of East Buffalo Street are being replaced.

East Buffalo Street will be closed from North Aurora Street to Stewart Avenue for the duration of the work. Parker Street is also closed, and both Schuyler and Osmun Place will shut down as construction progresses toward Stewart Ave. No impact to water service is expected.

The project is scheduled to wrap up at 3:30 p.m. on Friday, July 3. Click here for more information.

Questions? Call the Department of Public Works Water & Sewer Division at (607) 272-1717.

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