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2 weeks ago

Police ask for assistance in Homer bicycle crash

On March 9, police were called to Route 11 underneath the I-81 overpass around 11 a.m. for a possible bicycle versus vehicle collision.

2 weeks ago

GoFundMe established for late Tioga County investigator

On March 4, Tioga County Sheriff’s Deputy Ryan Bunce passed away unexpectedly.

2 weeks ago

Freeville introduces call/text line for residents

A special cell phone line has been set up for residents looking for information whenever it’s needed.

2 weeks ago

Cortland facing nearly $3 million deficit, mayor says

Cortland Mayor Scott Steve says the city's deficit is at about $2.5 million without yet closing 2025.

2 weeks ago

Riley secures key provisions in House Ag Committee farm bill

On March 5, Riley was one of just seven Democrats on the House Agriculture Committee to vote yes on and pass the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026.

2 weeks ago

Nominations open for Best New York Burger Competition

You can submit your nomination for the annual competition to the New York Beef Council online through Friday, March 13.

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Sewer work to close street in Ithaca until July

The sewer and water lines in the 300-500 blocks of East Buffalo Street are being replaced.

2 weeks ago

Asteri Ithaca vacate order still in effect, city says

Officials are still working to relocate residents of Asteri Ithaca after an order to vacate was issued March 4, 2026.

2 weeks ago

Official: FedEx to close Warren Rd. location in June

FedEx on Warren Rd. in Ithaca is closing in June.

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Vote: Seneca Falls a finalist for USA Todays’ 10 Best Historic Small Towns list

The birthplace of the women’s suffrage movement is among 20 nominees for USA Today’s 10 Best Historic Small Towns list.

2 weeks ago

One dead in Nichols crash

On March 6, State Police were called to Interstate 86 in Nichols just before 2 a.m. for a 2-vehicle collision.

2 weeks ago

Juvenile facing charges after alleged assault at William George Agency

On March 5, deputies were called to the William George Agency (WGA) in Dryden around 9 p.m. for a staff member who had allegedly been struck in the head.

2 weeks ago

‘Loaded’ and ‘unsecured’ gun found during Homer traffic stop

A Cincinnatus man and a Cortland woman face several charges following a traffic stop in Homer.

2 weeks ago

What’s next after Flock Safety in Ithaca?

Alderperson Robin Trumble says the next step is the acting city manager working with city attorney's office to look at terminating the Flock contract.

2 weeks ago

Berkshire Free Library to host kid-friendly comic book event Saturday

On March 7, the Berkshire Free Library, in collaboration with the Ithaca College Comics Group, is hosting Create Comics 'n Creatures.

2 weeks ago

Kelles announces reelection bid for NYS Assembly

The Trumansburg-native began petitioning earlier this week and held an official campaign launch party on March 3 in Ithaca.

2 weeks ago

Deficit to force job cuts at Homer CSD

On March 4, Superintendent Jeffrey Evener shared a "candid assessment" of the financial challenges the district is facing in the years ahead.

2 weeks ago

Deputies: Armed Groton man surrendered after standoff in Marathon

The Cortland County Sheriff's Office says Corey Marquis illegally entered property on Gulf Hill Rd. around 12:30 a.m. Thursday, March 5 and barricaded himself inside.

2 weeks ago

Threat at Cayuga Community College deemed not credible

According to the Auburn Police Department, the perceived threat came from an alleged third party during a phone call between a resident of Auburn and a resident of Rochester on the morning of March 4.

2 weeks ago

UPDATE: Authorities locate missing 10-year-old in Ulysses

On March 5, deputies responded to the 5000 block of Cold Springs Road in Ulysses for a missing 10-year-old, Joanne Washburn.

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