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14 hours ago

Tours offer Halloween enthusiasts visits to former psychiatric hospital and funeral home

It's not enough these days for some Halloween enthusiasts to be scared by actors dressed up in spooky getups at makeshift haunted houses: They want the "real" thing.

19 hours ago

Tompkins County re-opening cold weather shelter Nov. 15

Volunteers of America will again operate the cold weather shelter in Ithaca.

2 days ago

Halloween candy sales are off to a slow start amid high chocolate prices and affordability concerns

Halloween candy sales are off to a slow start this year as U.S. consumers grapple with high living costs and eye-popping chocolate prices. Halloween candy sales fell 6.7% in the month ending Oct. 17 compared to the same period last year, according to NielsenIQ, a market research firm.

2 days ago

Cortland County Workforce Development staying put through November

Workforce Development services will remain at 99 Main Street in Cortland.

2 days ago

Binghamton General Hospital receives $26 million for emergency department overhaul

The Emergency Department overhaul will allow the Comprehensive Psychiatric Emergency Program to move to the second floor.

5 days ago

The new wedding budget: Where couples are spending more, and less

Modern Gents reports average wedding spending hit $34,200 in 2025, highlighting that couples prioritize experiences and personalization while balancing budgets amid rising costs.

5 days ago

Official: MAVAC ambulance damaged in accident returns to service

In a statement to 607 News Now, Chief John Tillotson says the vehicle suffered "no major structural damage."

6 days ago

RSV vs. flu: How to tell the difference

Doctronic reports that RSV and flu, both contagious respiratory infections, have overlapping but distinct symptoms.

7 days ago

Budget-friendly, sustainable ways to build your dream Halloween costume

Intuit TurboTax reports on budget-friendly, sustainable Halloween costumes, suggesting to repurpose existing clothes, swap with friends, thrift strategically, DIY props, and invest in one key piece for authenticity.

1 week ago

6 ways to plan fall and holiday travel after the hottest summer on record

Vogo reports that over 70% of U.S. travelers plan to adjust their fall and holiday trips to avoid extreme heat, focusing on cooler destinations and budgeting for comfort.

2 weeks ago

Pope speaks with Putin, denouncing recent attacks as he shows recovery from lung surgery progressing

Pope Leo XIV gave strong indications Friday that he was recovering well from lung cancer surgery and was very much in charge of running the Catholic...

2 weeks ago

Georgia amusement park to reopen as scheduled days after roller coaster death

Six Flags Over Georgia is set to open its gates Friday for the first time since a man fell to his death from one of the amusement park's towering...

2 weeks ago

Why maintaining muscle matters during weight loss, and how to do it

GoodRx reports that maintaining muscle during weight loss is crucial for health.

2 weeks ago

How parents can help a scared child enjoy Halloween

Campus Insights Media on behalf of Pennsylvania State University reports on how parents can help scared children enjoy Halloween. 

2 weeks ago

Centro Cortland to hold public hearing on major service changes

On Oct. 28, residents will have the opportunity to present comments or objections to proposed changes.

2 weeks ago

When is it too late to get a flu shot?

GoodRx reports it's almost never too late to get a flu shot, as it provides protection even if flu season has started, lasting until May.

2 weeks ago

New executive director named at Ithaca’s State Theatre

Lanny Brown will start his tenure on Oct. 27.

2 weeks ago

How to spot imposter scams

Wells Fargo reports imposter scams surged in 2024, costing $2.95 billion. 

2 weeks ago

5 ways to set your child up with good credit

Ally Financial reports five ways to build your child's credit score, emphasizing early action like adding them as authorized users on credit accounts.

2 weeks ago

Ithaca alderperson seeks forgiveness of Asteri rent debt

"The Ithaca Common Council calls on the Vecino Group to drop all rent debt against the residents of Asteri."

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