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3 days ago

DEC says 3 pleaded guilty to illegal killing of deer in Richford

Officers with the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation say the trio shot an 11-point buck standing in their vehicle’s spotlight on Nov. 7 in the Tioga County town of Richford.

3 days ago

Sigler shows support for regime change in Iran

In a Facebook post Monday, Legislator Mike Sigler expressed support for an overthrow of Iran’s current government, saying it could “remake the Middle East and US relationships there.” 

3 days ago

Groton to receive $675k grant for housing rehabilitation

On January 9, Governor Hochul announced that Groton has received $675,000 to help low to moderate-income households with rehabilitation costs.

3 days ago

Ithaca Conservation Board seeks nominations for Fischer Award

Town officials invite nominations for the 23rd annual Richard B. Fischer Conservation Award.

3 days ago

Newfield school district to hold budget prep meetings

A series of meetings starts next week on preparation for the 2026-27 spending plan for the Newfield Central School District.

4 days ago

Minor injury, cat rescued in Virgil house fire

On January 10, the Virgil Fire Department responded to a home on Route 392 just before 3 p.m. for a closet fire.

4 days ago

Cortland building evacuated after chemical exposure

An automatic fire alarm was triggered Friday, 1/9 at the iSpice building on Central Avenue, firefighters reported a misty, smoke-like condition.

4 days ago

Riley bill aims to stop Wall Street from buying affordable housing

A new bipartisan bill introduced by Josh Riley aims to limit Wall Street investors' ability to purchase large swathes of affordable housing.

4 days ago

Former Big Red hockey player joins Team USA for Winter Olympics

Class of 2025's Rory Guilday has been chosen to join Team USA Women's Hockey for the upcoming Winter Olympics.

4 days ago

Dryden grad, former soccer standout named head coach at Le Moyne

On January 8, Le Moyne announced that Taylor Van Fleet will lead the women's soccer program.

4 days ago

Wells College trustees’ OK sale agreement with Hiawatha Institute

On January 8, the Board of Trustees announced that the Hiawatha Institute for Indigenous Knowledge was the high bidder for the campus in Aurora.

6 days ago

IPD arrests 4 in months-long drug, weapons probe

Ithaca Police arrested 4 people on Jan. 9 in a lengthy investigation into drug sales and weapons.

6 days ago

Arrests made in large police operation on Ithaca’s West End

On January 9, the Ithaca Police Department conducted a coordinated operation at Arthaus, which IPD initially referred to as narcotics-related.

1 week ago

Comfort Food Trail making return to downtown Ithaca

Good news, foodies. The Downtown Ithaca Alliance is bringing back the Comfort Food Trail for a second year.

1 week ago

Ithaca’s housing stock available in online database

Ithaca City officials say the virtual housing development data includes an overview of current housing available, plus recent and future development.

1 week ago

Dos Amigos adds breakfast menu, hours in Ithaca

Dos Amigos is now offering breakfast burritos, egg tacos, Café Bustelo, and fresh orange juice five days a week.

1 week ago

Varick receives over $5 million to install sewer district along Cayuga Lake

Varick has received a $5,303,500 in state funding to help create Sewer District #4.

1 week ago

Cortland native Dan Pitcher interviews for Cleveland Browns head coaching position

The Cleveland Browns have reportedly requested to interview Cincinnati Bengals offensive coordinator Dan Pitcher for their head coaching vacancy.

1 week ago

Tioga County IDA receives $450k for Newark Valley to Berkshire rail trail study

The Tioga County Industrial Development Agency (TCIDA) has been awarded $450,000 from the state to conduct a pre-engineering study for a potential rail trail.

1 week ago

Geneva city councilman accused of drug trafficking

On January 7, Ahmad Whitfield was arrested following an ongoing narcotics trafficking investigation in the Geneva area.

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