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3 days ago

With pool closed for repairs, Cortland YMCA partners with SUNY Cortland for swimming

SUNY Cortland is allowing YMCA members to use the Student Life Center pool while repairs are happening at the YMCA.

3 days ago

Tompkins County Advocacy Center office closed for holidays, services still available

Beginning today, December 19th, the Advocacy Center of Tompkins County’s administrative office is shut down for the holidays.

3 days ago

Freeville to receive nearly $5M toward wastewater treatment project

On December 19, Governor Kathy Hochul announced that Freeville will get $4.8 million through the state’s water infrastructure improvement grant program.

6 days ago

Cortland man wins $10M on scratch-off

CORTLAND, NY (607NewsNow) – Happy Holidays indeed for a Cortland man. Crown City resident David Miller has won the $10…

6 days ago

Cortland PD IDs victim, driver in fatal downtown crash

63-year-old Kyong Searle was in a crosswalk in downtown Cortland shortly after 2:30 p.m. on Thursday when she was struck and killed by a minivan that was out delivering packages.

6 days ago

TC3 signs third transfer agreement of 2025

TC3 is partnering with Hobart and William Smith Colleges to guarantee recent TC3 graduates acceptance and scholarships into bachelor’s degree programs.

6 days ago

Ithaca submits latest DRI application focused on State Street, areas surrounding The Commons

Ithaca has presented another Downtown Revitalization Initiative award application, the city's 9th attempt since the DRI was launched.

6 days ago

Pedestrian killed Thursday in Cortland crosswalk

A pedestrian was killed at the intersection of Main Street and Court Street in Cortland on Thursday, December 18th.

6 days ago

Holiday will affect recycling schedule in Tompkins County

Some recycling drop spots in Tompkins County will be closed on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

6 days ago

Buffalo Street Books hosting live readings of A Christmas Carol

Buffalo Street Books is once again hosting live readings of Charles Dickens’ classic "A Christmas Carol" on today, Dec. 19th and tomorrow, Dec. 20th.

6 days ago

FLLT adds 108 acres in Dryden to be added to Yellow Barn State Forest

On December 18, the Finger Lakes Land Trust (FLLT) announced the purchase of 108 acres bordering Yellow Barn State Forest.

6 days ago

Sun Dog Downtown Clubhouse coming to Cortland in early 2026

Golfers longing to get back out on the course will get a momentary break from winter weather soon at Sun Dog Downtown Clubhouse.

1 week ago

2 Steuben County jail inmates had meth, sheriff says

Sheriff Jim Allard says deputies found meth Tuesday in the possession of 43-year-old Thomas Whitehead, of Corning, and 33-year-old Thomas Robbins, of Addison.

1 week ago

Centralus Health responds to union efforts among nurses

Centralus Health Chief People Officer Herb Alexander says he'd like to see a solution other than unions for Cayuga Health nurses.

1 week ago

New business fills morning food, drink needs in Newfield

Morning Moon Coffee & Bakery opened its doors in Newfield last month.

1 week ago

NY to join 12 states, Washington D.C. with passage of end-of-life care bill

On December 17, Governor Kathy Hochul announced an agreement with the State Legislature to pass the long-debated bill that will help terminally ill residents with less than six months to live.

1 week ago

Latent TB cases at Broome County Jail, no active cases

According to the Broome County Health Department, there are cases of latent tuberculosis at the Broome County Correctional Facility, but no active cases.

1 week ago

Owego PD seeks help identifying suspect vehicle in alleged hit-and-run

On December 15, authorities say someone driving what appears to be a dark colored 2025-2026 BMW 5 Series ran a red light in the village and hit another vehicle, injuring its occupants.

1 week ago

Crews respond to reported gas leak in Virgil

On December 15, the Virgil Fire Department was called to a possible gas leak around 9:45 p.m. on South Cortland Virgil Road.

1 week ago

Santa’s Workshop community event to be held at GIAC Thursday

On December 18, the Greater Ithaca Activities Center (GIAC) is hosting Santa’s Workshop with a community stocking stuffer/gift exchange, festive games, sweet treats, and free "Nice List" certificates.

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