Lifestyle
1 day ago
Tompkins County voting sticker contest returns for 2026 election
Local students were invited to create original “I Voted” and “Future Voter” artwork ahead of the November 2026 election.
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1 day ago
Harmful algal blooms confirmed on Cayuga Lake
According to the Cayuga County Health Department, two harmful algal blooms (HABs) were confirmed on the northeastern section of Cayuga Lake this week.
1 day ago
Route changes coming to Centro Cortland
Effective Monday, Cortland Route 1 will be extended past Riverside Plaza to Parkwood Drive, Colony Drive, and Morningside Drive.
1 day ago
NYSEG begins improvement work on Ithaca substation
The utility company is upgrading the Fourth Street Substation in the city with a modern control building, new transformers, and switching equipment.
2 days ago
Watkins Glen raising money to honor late mayor
The nonprofit group Watkins Glen Promotions is accepting donations toward the installation of a Memorial at Clute Park.
3 days ago
When a rip current sucks you out to sea, try not to panic
To someone who is getting sucked out to sea by a rip current, "Don't panic!" may be difficult to heed, even if that's exactly what you should do. But lifeguards say to not only relax but flip over and float out of the danger.
3 days ago
Geothermal, solar energy coming to DEC Cortland office
On June 17, the DEC announced the groundbreaking of a comprehensive HVAC overhaul at its Crown City sub-office.
3 days ago
Cortland restaurant Yori House abruptly closes
On June 23, Yori House announced its abrupt closure on Facebook, calling the decision difficult and made after much consideration.
3 days ago
Ithaca SPCA in urgent need of homes for barn cats, dog foster help
The Ithaca-based shelter "desperately needs" barn placement after an unexpected eviction left them with 27 feral and semi-feral cats.
4 days ago
Family adopts cat after rescue in Seneca Falls
2 kids called Seneca Falls police about a cat stuck in their apartment building.
5 days ago
$75 caviar-topped tots. A day’s pay worth of beer. Here’s the World Cup menu — and prices
World Cup tickets are expensive. Flights to North America are expensive. Hotel rooms in many places are expensive. Then there's the price of beer.
1 week ago
Ithaca’s zoning code getting first overhaul since 1975
Zone Ithaca seeks a comprehensive update of the city's zoning code.
1 week ago
Stray cat found in Ithaca is rabid, officials say
Recent testing revealed a cat found on Pleasant Grove Rd. in Ithaca has rabies.
1 week ago
44th Annual Strawberry Festival runs through Saturday in Owego
The celebration officially kicks off tonight with the Rock N' Run 5K at Hickories Park.
1 week ago
Formula sold at Target recalled for infant botulism concern
According to the FDA, a variety of Nara Organics Whole Milk Powdered Infant Formulas may be contaminated with a bacterium that causes botulism.
2 weeks ago
Why eat junk on a camping trip? Tips and recipes for nutritious food on the trail
Few things feel better than a long hike in the woods, exhausting yourself as you soak in the fresh air and tranquility. Then, back to camp, where you chip away at those health benefits with packaged hot dogs slapped into a white-bread bun with a slice of plasticky processed cheese food.
2 weeks ago
Unified fire district being considered in town of Dryden
The town of Dryden is discussing establishing a fire district with the villages of Etna and Freeville.
2 weeks ago
Memorial golf tournament being held for late Tioga County investigator
The Ryan S. Bunce Memorial Golf Tournament is being held in Owego on Aug. 15.
2 weeks ago
The world wants more high-protein products, but there’s not enough whey to go around
Athletes and older adults have long used smoothies and shakes blended with whey protein concentrate – a powdered byproduct of cheese-making – to build or maintain muscle. More recently, food companies have sprinkled it into everything from breakfast cereals, Pop-Tarts and potato chips to bagels, tortillas and Starbucks drinks to meet growing consumer demand.
2 weeks ago
Entertainment venue Revive Zone to bring golf simulator, VR arena to Village of Lansing
Work is underway on Revive Zone at the Cayuga Shopping Center in the Village of Lansing.
