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1 week ago

Oil prices could affect summer paving in Tompkins County

This year, Tompkins County Highway Department Director Nick Ensign says they’re dealing with a sharp increase in material costs due to the rising price of oil.

1 week ago

Cortland PD receives donation from NY Bagel in support of K9 program

New York Bagel recently held a basket raffle in support of the department’s K-9 program.

1 week ago

CCE of Cortland County to receive $200k for Blocks in Bloom program

On April 21, the DEC announced that Cornell Cooperative Extension of Cortland County will receive $200,000 in funding for the Blocks in Bloom program.

2 weeks ago

Staff cuts likely in Cortland school district budget proposal

Part of the Cortland school district spending plan proposal for the next academic year is increasing the tax levy to 6.5%, which is over the state tax cap.

2 weeks ago

Ithaca Children’s Garden appoints new interim director

Leigh MacDonald was named by the ICG board of directors to serve as interim executive director, following the recent departure of Naomi Sukenik.

2 weeks ago

Ithaca woman sentenced in fatal 2023 car accident

On April 17, Juria Vanness, 44, was sentenced to 2 and 1/3 to 7 years in prison on a first-degree charge of vehicular manslaughter.

2 weeks ago

INHS to receive nearly $400k in THUD funding

On April 17, Senator Kirsten Gillibrand announced over $5 million in grants to nonprofits in the national NeighborWorks America network.

2 weeks ago

Owego school to host agricultural career day

Students will be connected with different agricultural businesses and groups during the 2nd annual Agricultural Career Day on Weds., Apr. 22nd at the Owego Free Academy.

2 weeks ago

Construction begins for Route 13 pedestrian bridge in Dryden

The pedestrian bridge will accommodate people walking, jogging, or riding a bicycle and will connect Dryden with Varna on the rail trail.

2 weeks ago

Northstar Public House to close at the end of April

On April 16, Northstar Public House announced on Facebook that it will close permanently at the end of the month.

2 weeks ago

Asteri fined, faces April 30 deadline to comply with health department orders

The Tompkins County Board of Health voted to adopt a resolution enforcing a $40k penalty to the apartment building owners for violations and complaints dating back to last summer.

2 weeks ago

Cayuga Primary Care in Dryden to permanently close May 1

After more than 70 years of operation, Cayuga Primary Care Dryden will close on May 1 due to staffing challenges and costs associated with building maintenance.

2 weeks ago

Webb honors 100-year-old WWII veteran with NYS Liberty Medal

On April 17, State Senator Lea Webb presented Lieutenant James Alexander Jr. with the New York State Liberty Medal.

2 weeks ago

What to know about deficit, proposed staff cuts in Marathon school budget

Superintendent Jamie Coppola tells 607 News Now a $3 million shortfall is the result of a shortage in revenue and overspending during the 2024-25 school year. 

2 weeks ago

Two days of bridge work to begin Tuesday in Dryden

On April 21, Tompkins County Highway crews will begin bridge work in the village at 6 a.m. on Lewis Street.

2 weeks ago

Tompkins County terminates contract with Flock Safety

On April 14, a special meeting of the Legislature was called to consider a resolution to end the county's contract with the security company.

2 weeks ago

Newfield teacher wins NYS Senate Educators Inspiring a Generation Award

On April 15, State Senator Lea Webb presented Liz Kozlowski with the NYS State Senate’s Educators Inspiring a Generation Award.

2 weeks ago

Tompkins County Health Board has empty seat to fill in Ithaca

Anyone interested in serving on the Tompkins County Health Board must be at least 18, live in Ithaca, and be a legal US citizen.

2 weeks ago

Ithaca man arrested for violating probation

On April 12, Tompkins County Sheriff's deputies on patrol observed Thomas Edwards Jr. driving a green 2005 Subaru Legacy in the city.

2 weeks ago

Can and bottle drive Saturday in support of Cortland Girls’ Varsity Lacrosse

On April 18, the Cortland Girls’ Varsity Lacrosse Team is hosting a can and bottle drive at the high school.

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