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Tompkins County Code Blue Shelter on schedule to open November 24

Tompkins County's new Code Blue Shelter on Cherry Street at the former Found location is set to open on November 24th, 2025.

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United Way of Tompkins County responds to HEAP delays with one-time payments

United Way of Tompkins County is partially reopening its 211/ALICE Program to county residents.

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Cortland Police find encampment in downtown business

Cortland Police say at least four people were found living inside an office on Main Street last week that had not been used in a while.

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Ithaca armed robbery suspect arrested, police say

18-year-old Jacob Chaires allegedly robbed someone he knew at gunpoint Wednesday in the 500 block of East Buffalo Street.

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Cortland County invites grant applications for Tobacco Free Zone program

Up to $35,000 in mini grants from the Tobacco Free Zone program will be awarded to address the negative outcomes of tobacco use in Cortland, Tompkins, and Chenango Counties.

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Crash in Scott requires hazmat response due to diesel spill

On November 14, the Homer Fire Department was called to the Town of Scott for a pickup truck that struck a guardrail.

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SUNY Board appoints 8th President of Corning Community College

On November 14, Dr. Terence Finley was appointed as the 8th president of the 2-year school by the SUNY Board of Trustees in New York City.

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OCM BOCES capital project vote set for Wednesday at Cortlandville campus

OCM BOCES is asking voters to approve their first capital improvement project in over 30 years.

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Tioga County seeks candidate for vacancy in legislative position

Tioga County is looking for someone to serve as District 3's legislator for 2026.

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IPD seeks to identify suspects in alleged arson

On the night of October 19, according to Ithaca Police, a group of people were involved in an alleged arson near the Stewart Ave bridge and Fall Creek gorge.

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Bath woman left dog to die, police say

Police say 30-year-old Kassidy Hall moved out of an apartment on Howell Street but left a dog behind without food or water.

2 weeks ago

Ithaca man charged in E. State St. burglary

47-year-old Michael Jones Jr. is charged with burglary after breaking into a business on East State Street.

2 weeks ago

Dryden teachers’ union approves 3-year contract

Dryden Faculty Association members ratified a 3-year contract earlier this month.

2 weeks ago

Gillibrand secures $811k for OACSD renovation

On November 14, Senator Kirsten Gillibrand and Senator Chuck Schumer announced that $811,000 in funding is headed to the Owego Apalachin Central School District (OACSD).

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TCPL to host immigration discussion Thursday

On November 20, TCPL will host a discussion about the history of immigration and why it has become so polarizing.

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Steuben County to be featured on ‘Viewpoint with Dennis Quaid’ TV doc series

Steuben County will be featured in the informative documentary TV series “Viewpoint with Dennis Quaid.”

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NYS DOT to inspect bridges near Cornell this week

On November 17, State DOT engineers will begin inspecting several area bridges.

2 weeks ago

Lansing collecting input on potential townwide trail system

Lansing is exploring the development of a townwide trail system and wants to hear from you.

2 weeks ago

Massachusetts man charged with burglary in Dryden

Jared Howson, 34, is accused of forcing his way into a business on North Street in the Village of Dryden and attacking two employees.

2 weeks ago

UPDATE: Search for alleged suspect in theft at Cortlandville Walmart cancelled

According to deputies, a woman stole a cart full of items from the Cortlandville Walmart around 9 p.m. on November 12.

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