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Ithaca to phase out parking meters

ITHACA, NY (607NewsNow) — Pay stations in Ithaca are going away. Mayor Robert Cantelmo tells 607 News Now the decision…

2 hours 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.

2 hours 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.

2 hours ago

Cornell celebrates Fred Young Submillimeter Telescope launch in Chile

On April 8, astronomers and leaders from Cornell, Germany, Canada, and Chile celebrated the inauguration of the Fred Young Submillimeter Telescope.

1 day ago

Elevated wildfire risk in Ithaca area, forecasters say

A combination of 20-to-30-mile-an-hour wind gusts and humidity between 20 and 35 percent means an elevated risk of wildfire across the Southern Tier.

1 day ago

Study: Storefront vacancy rate in Ithaca falls from 2025

Ithaca's vacancy rate among stores is down to 10.9%.

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Ithaca appoints new city controller, HR director

The Ithaca Common Council approved the appointments of city controller and HR director on Apr. 8.

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Tompkins County Sheriff’s Office warns of municipal invoice scam

According to the Tompkins County Sheriff’s Office, scam artists and bots are scraping municipal websites for personal information from applications and permit process forms.

1 day ago

ITH to host Community Art Gala on Saturday

On April 11, the event, "Where Culture Takes Flight," will feature local artwork, live music, vendors, and a variety of family-friendly activities.

2 days ago

Authorities in Cortland asking for help in motor vehicle accident investigation

Police say the woman in the picture may have been involved in a motor vehicle accident.

2 days ago

Cortland PD looking to ID person of interest in larceny investigation

The Cortland Police Department (CPD) is asking for assistance with an investigation.

2 days ago

Ithaca area still under flood warning

Cayuga Lake at Ithaca remains above the flood stage.

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CCE to host seed-sharing events Saturday in Tioga County

On April 11, Cornell Cooperative Extension (CCE) will host two seed-sharing events for gardeners with expert volunteers on hand to assist.

2 days ago

Trumansburg restaurant expands menu after liquor license approval

After months of waiting, El Amigo Tacos and Tequila’s liquor license has been approved.

2 days ago

IC announces commencement speaker, honorary degree recipients

On March 25, school officials announced that Class of 1995 grad Ana Wilkowski will serve as the keynote speaker for the 2026 Commencement.

2 days ago

Webb seeks submissions for Earth Day Student Showcase

Children across the Southern Tier in grades K-12 are encouraged to submit essays, poetry, and artwork that embody this year's theme, “Our Power, Our Planet.”

2 days ago

Community food drive Saturday in Dryden

On April 11, firefighters will collect non-perishable food items, pet food, and personal hygiene products for community members in need.

3 days ago

Deputies seek info after 3 dogs were found dead in town of Scott

Three dogs were found dead in the town of Scott, all three reported as malnourished with multiple injuries.

3 days ago

Candor man stabbed by stepbrother, sheriff says

Sheriff Gary Howard says 37-year-old John Adrat, Jr. was stabbed shortly before noon Thursday, Apr. 2 by his stepbrother, 61-year-old John Penalvert, at their home on Lathrop Rd.

3 days ago

WHCU Sports 4-7-26

Find updates on the Mets, Cornell Big Red, Ithaca College Bombers, and more with the WHCU Sports Report.

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