Local
52 minutes ago
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%.
1 day ago
Ithaca appoints new city controller, HR director
The Ithaca Common Council approved the appointments of city controller and HR director on Apr. 8.
1 day ago
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.
2 days ago
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.
