Lifestyle

13 hours ago

Meatballs sold at Aldi recalled for metal contamination

The U.S. Department of Agriculture Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced that 32-ounce bags of frozen Bremer Family Size Italian-Style Meatballs could be contaminated with metal.

13 hours ago

Historic marker for Toni Morrison installed in Ithaca

On February 18, the late Nobel Prize-winning author and activist Toni Morrison was honored with a historic marker from the Pomeroy Foundation.

5 days ago

Finger Lakes Land Trust adds 74 acres to Kashong Conservation Area in Geneva

The FLLT is partnering with the Town of Geneva to add 74 acres to the Kashong Conservation Area.

1 week ago

How the rich pass on their wealth. And how you can too

Death and taxes may be inevitable. A big bill for your heirs is not. The rich have made an art of avoiding taxes and making sure their wealth passes down effortlessly to the next generation. But the tricks they use – to expedite payouts to heirs and avoid handing money to the government – can also work for people with far more modest estates.

1 week ago

Record-setting 13-pound baby born at CMC

The largest baby ever delivered at Cayuga Medical Center was born on the same day as a 4-pound baby, Jan. 31st.

1 week ago

Tompkins County releases Youth Wellness Survey

The Tompkins County Youth Services Department has released a survey to help inform planning, partnerships, and investments.

2 weeks ago

Ithaca’s Family Reading Partnership launches $100K fundraiser to stay open

Family Reading Partnership is trying to raise $100,000 by the end of May to stay open at the Shops at Ithaca Mall.

2 weeks ago

Hollenbeck’s Cider Mill ending season early

Hollenbeck's Cider Mill is ending their season next week due to limited stock.

2 weeks ago

Guthrie’s mobile women’s health unit coming to Tioga County

The MOM bus provides OB-GYN, mental health, and dietary services, as well as general women’s healthcare.

2 weeks ago

SUNY Cortland student recognized by President Obama

Sophomore and physical education major Ikenna Okoye was the main focus of a social media post by the former president on February 6.

2 weeks ago

Friends of TCPL accepting applications for Community Organization Grants

The group is inviting non-profits, civic and educational groups, and government agencies to apply for a Community Organization Grant.

2 weeks ago

Last day to change party enrollment in time for primaries is February 14

The Board of Elections in Ithaca will be open on Sat., February 14, which is the last day for voters to change their political party ahead of the June 23 primaries.

2 weeks ago

What to know about student loan repayment plans and collections

It's been a confusing time for people with student loans. Collections restarted, then were put on hold. At the same time, borrowers had to stay on top of changes to key forgiveness plans.

2 weeks ago

Why some women choose Galentines over Valentines. And how they might celebrate

Galentine's Day became a pop culture phenomenon with a 2010 episode of the TV comedy "Parks and Recreation" that celebrated female friendships around Valentine's Day. Amy Poehler's character, Leslie Knope, gathered her gal pals on Feb. 13.

2 weeks ago

Chips Ahoy Baked Bite Brookies recalled for choking hazard

The FDA announced a recall that has been expanded to include two additional variations of Chips Ahoy’s Baked Bites Brookie products.

2 weeks ago

Registration open for rabies vaccination clinic in Caroline

On February 18, you can get shots for your dog, cat, or ferret in Brooktondale.

2 weeks ago

School bus crash in Truxton injures 3 students

On February 9, multiple agencies were called to Singleton and South Hill Roads around 8:30 a.m. for a reported crash.

2 weeks ago

Bombers baseball legacy number will honor George Valesente

On Feb. 6, Ithaca College's baseball program announced the creation of a legacy number to honor retired coach George Valesente.

3 weeks ago

Construction to begin this spring on Route 13 Rail Trail footbridge

On Feb. 5, the Town of Dryden announced that the State DOT finally approved a bid for the Route 13 footbridge portion of the project.

3 weeks ago

Renters use ‘rent now, pay later’ services to manage monthly payments, but fees raise concerns

Rent can eat up an entire paycheck at the start of the month, so a growing number of renters are turning to a financial product that promises relief by letting them split the bill — for a price.

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Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao agree to a rematch in September at The Sphere in Las Vegas

Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao have agreed to a rematch of their landmark 2015 bout. Their second fight will be held Sept. 19 in Las Vegas, the boxing icons announced Monday.

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Rob Reiner’s son pleads not guilty to murder in the killing of his parents

Nick Reiner, the 32-year-old son of Hollywood luminary Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner, pleaded not guilty Monday to two counts of first-degree murder more than two months after their deaths, denying for the first time that he fatally stabbed his parents.

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25 Mexican National Guard troops killed in Jalisco after cartel leader’s capture, official says

Mexico Security Secretary Omar García Harfuch said Monday 25 members of the National Guard were killed in Jalisco in six separate attacks following the capture of Jalisco New Generation Cartel leader Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes.

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Alysa Liu dazzles to win figure skating gold, ending a 24-year Olympic drought for US women

The 20-year-old from the San Francisco Bay Area, who walked away from the sport before finding her way back again — and finding herself in the process — delivered the U.S. its first women's figure skating gold medal in 24 years.

5 days ago in National, Trending

Iran and the US lean into gunboat diplomacy as nuclear talks hang in balance

Iran and the United States leaned into gunboat diplomacy on Thursday as nuclear talks between the nations hung in the balance....