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2 weeks ago

Cortland fire chief to receive Career Fire Chief of the Year award

Chief Wayne Friedman will be presented with the Career Fire Chief of the Year award by the New York State Association of Fire Chiefs.

2 weeks ago

Over 300 inmates sickened with Salmonella at Broome County Correctional Facility

Over 300 inmates in the Broome County Correctional Facility reported symptoms of vomiting, diarrhea, and headaches, which was found to be Salmonella.

2 weeks ago

DEC to expand Tinker Falls parking lot in Truxton

On May 28, the DEC announced a parking lot expansion project at Tinker Falls in Truxton.

2 weeks ago

DEC dredging conversation canceled in Tompkins County

The DEC had originally planned to attend the May meeting of the Tompkins County Planning, Energy, and Environmental Quality Committee to discuss the potential dredging.

2 weeks ago

Cortland DPW superintendent to resign June 12

Cortland DPW Superintendent Mike Wiese submitted his letter of resignation to the Common Council on Tuesday, May 29.

2 weeks ago

Update: Deputies release name of man found dead Friday in Cortlandville

The body of an unidentified while male was found Friday, May 29 in Cortlandville.

2 weeks ago

‘Comprehensive’ immigration laws signed by Hochul

Hochul says the laws are designed "to hold ICE accountable, protect the constitutional rights and safety of every New Yorker, and ensure there’s no sanctuary for criminals in our state."

2 weeks ago

Incidents report added to Tompkins County Sheriff’s online transparency hub

The added portal joins C.A.R.E. team data, civilian response unit, defensive action reports, DWI calls, and traffic tickets.

2 weeks ago

Vacant building demolished ahead of Chipotle construction in Lansing

Crews began knocking down the former Imperial Kitchen Buffet building on Graham Road West this week in preparation for the construction of a new Chipotle restaurant.

2 weeks ago

Cortland County Ice Cream Trail returns for third season

There are 14 sweet treat stops on the Cortland County Ice Cream Trail, including ice cream shops, bakeries, and restaurants.

2 weeks ago

Cortland County SPCA receives over $275k for improvements

On May 22, the shelter was awarded over $276,000 from New York's Companion Animal Capital Projects Fund.

2 weeks ago

Five locals among 218th graduating class of NYSP Academy Basic School

On May 28, 175 people graduated from the 218th session of the New York State Police Academy Basic School, including five from Tompkins and Cortland County.

2 weeks ago

Charges pending after attack on the Commons, IPD says

Around 4 p.m. Wednesday, May 27, police say 22-year-old Isaish Standish and 30-year-old Marcus Collins were throwing items at someone, who then confronted them.

2 weeks ago

Wegmans stores deliver over $5.8 million in tuition assistance for employees

On May 27, the Rochester-based regional grocery chain announced over $5.8 million in tuition assistance for the upcoming academic year.

2 weeks ago

Ithaca veteran and physician inducted into NYS Senate Veterans Hall of Fame

On May 26, State Senator Lea Webb inducted Ithaca resident Dr. Susan Herson into the New York State Senate Veterans Hall of Fame during a ceremony in Albany.

2 weeks ago

49th Annual Ithaca Festival begins with parade, road closures

The 49th annual celebration will officially kick off this evening with the traditional parade, which starts promptly at 6.

2 weeks ago

Ahead of move, final day of ReUse MegaCenter set for this Saturday

This Saturday, May 30, is the final day of shopping at the Triphammer Marketplace store in the Village of Lansing.

2 weeks ago

Town of Ithaca acquires 137 acres for new nature preserve

On May 27, the town announced an acquisition of 137 acres on South Hill, which will be known henceforth as the Sage Preserve.

2 weeks ago

Cortland Police: Bomb threat at Planet Fitness

The Cortland Police Department says a bomb threat was reported around 8:20 a.m. on Tuesday, May 26th.

2 weeks ago

Life-size dinosaur model coming to Ithaca’s Museum of the Earth

RIT graduate Andrew Bovenzi created a life-size, 19-foot-long hadrosaur model for his class project that will be on display in early June.

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