Lifestyle
7 hours ago
Is TMI really such a bad thing? Here’s the case for oversharing
Most people worry about the risks of oversharing, but in reality, opening up often builds trust and leads to stronger relationships. So, how do you know when it's TMI or if you're not sharing enough?
14 hours ago
College students wary of the job market are changing course in search of ‘AI-proof’ majors
Two years ago, Josephine Timperman arrived at college with a plan. She declared a major in business analytics, figuring she'd learn niche skills that would stand out on a resume and help land a good job after college. But the rise of artificial intelligence has scrambled those calculations.
17 hours ago
Seneca St. parking garage to stay closed, officials say
The Seneca St. parking garage and immediately surrounding sidewalks will remain closed while Ithaca city officials continue long term planning for the site.
18 hours ago
Ithaca mayor on DRI prize, plan for West State St. corridor
Mayor Robert Cantelmo tells 607 News Now the Downtown Revitalization Initiative award money will help to redevelop the West State St. corridor.
19 hours ago
Work progressing on Sentry Bridge in Watkins Glen State Park
On April 22, the new Sentry Bridge was lowered into place by a crane, with more work in progress to secure it.
19 hours ago
Lengthy bridge closure looms in Ithaca
Construction crews are gathering materials near the intersection of Fall Creek Drive and Stewart Avenue today in preparation for the Stewart Avenue Bridge Rehabilitation Project.
4 days ago
Center for Community Transportation to receive funding for micro-mobility transit study
On April 21, the DEC announced $196,908 in funding for The Center for Community Transportation, which includes Ithaca Carshare, Bikeshare, and BikeWalk Tompkins.
4 days ago
Ithaca wins $10 million Downtown Revitalization Initiative grant award
Governor Kathy Hochul and Ithaca city officials announced that Ithaca is the Southern Tier winner of New York State's Downtown Revitalization Initiative (DRI) award.
6 days ago
Ithaca Children’s Garden appoints new interim director
Leigh MacDonald was named by the ICG board of directors to serve as interim executive director, following the recent departure of Naomi Sukenik.
7 days ago
What to know about psychedelic retreats, a booming business with few safety guardrails
Surging interest in the purported benefits of psychedelic drugs has given rise to books, documentaries and conferences dedicated to the mind-altering substances. Now add one more business to the list: psychedelic retreats.
1 week ago
To make hosting less stressful, strive for connection and not perfection
Inviting friends and family members over for a celebration, holiday or routine dinner provides an opportunity for connection, but pressure to serve good-tasting food in a clean and welcoming environment can deter many people from hosting or prevent them from being fully present with their guests when they do.
2 weeks ago
Tompkins County Health Board has empty seat to fill in Ithaca
Anyone interested in serving on the Tompkins County Health Board must be at least 18, live in Ithaca, and be a legal US citizen.
2 weeks ago
Family Reading Partnership ‘shifts gears’ in $100K fundraiser, director says
Family Reading Partnership's new focus of their fundraiser is to be able to move to a different space in the Shops at Ithaca Mall instead of a new HVAC system for their current one.
2 weeks ago
NYSEG starts $4.7 million upgrade project at Cayuga Heights substation
NYSEG is making upgrades to the substation on North Triphammer Rd. in Cayuga Heights.
2 weeks ago
Angry Mom Records receives NYS Senate Empire Award
On April 10, State Senator Lea Webb presented Angry Mom Records with the New York State Senate Empire Award, highlighting the store’s contributions to the community and economy.
2 weeks ago
It’s music festival season. How to stay safe and healthy while enjoying the show
Music festival season has arrived: a time to gather outside with friends, listening to tunes, dancing, and maybe even getting the chance to rub shoulders with musicians you love.
2 weeks ago
Ithaca’s Seneca Street Parking Garage closed for safety reasons
On April 10, officials received a report of concrete debris falling from the 3rd floor of the structure to the sidewalk below.
3 weeks ago
Seneca Falls makes USA Today’s 10 Best Historic Small Towns list
On April 8, the home of the women’s suffrage movement was named to USA Today’s 2026 10 Best Historic Small Towns list.
3 weeks ago
Wegmans issues recall on Lundberg Organic Jasmine White Rice
Officials say some 2-pound bags of Lundberg Organic Jasmine White Rice may potentially contain foreign material.
3 weeks ago
Travelers face higher costs and fewer flight options as jet fuel prices swing
A new reality is setting in for travelers worldwide: rising fees, fewer flight options and difficult decisions about whether a trip is worth the cost.
