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2 weeks ago

Ithaca announces public hearings on ’26 budget proposal

The Ithaca Common Council is now reviewing the proposed spending plan, which includes a tax levy increase of 3.5%.

2 weeks ago

Independent legislative candidate focused on Tompkins County affordability

Independent legislative candidate Michelle Wright would like to see property tax bodies like school boards, towns, and cities work together.

2 weeks ago

Bath PD looking for missing woman

53-year-old Nikki Wright of Bath has not been seen since September 16th.

2 weeks ago

Authorities seize 18 dogs, find 8 more dead at Geneva home

On October 2, authorities executed a search warrant at the home of 65-year-old Brian Hess and 68-year-old Rosemarie Bruno-Hess after receiving a complaint of malnourished dogs.

2 weeks ago

Oberacker announces Congressional campaign in District 19

Senator Peter Oberacker announced Monday, Oct. 6 he will seek the Republican nomination in next year’s midterm elections in District 19.

2 weeks ago

IPD, state, federal authorities investigating threatening email

On October 6, the threat was sent to schools, and according to IPD, businesses, and elected officials, "in and around the City of Ithaca."

2 weeks ago

Tonight in Ithaca: Flock Safety reps to attend Tompkins County Legislature meeting

Tonight, you can voice your concerns about privacy and how data from the company's license plate readers and security cameras is being used in Tompkins County.

2 weeks ago

Coddington Road Community Center asks for input in outdoor phase of expansion project

The Coddington Road Community Center’s new building is nearly complete, but landscape planners are asking for feedback.

2 weeks ago

Ithaca mayor establishes committee to review compensation for elected officials

On October 3, Mayor Robert Cantelmo announced the creation of the Elected Officials Compensation Review Advisory Committee.

2 weeks ago

One dead in Newfield crash

On October 5, deputies were called to a two-vehicle crash with serious injuries around 11:15 a.m. in Newfield.

2 weeks ago

TST BOCES end school lockout after e-mail threat

TST BOCES says several school districts in the area received an e-mail threat early this morning, which triggered immediate lockout procedures.

2 weeks ago

Mannion to host tele town hall

A districtwide telephone conference being held tomorrow at 5:30 p.m. will include updates from Rep. Mannion on efforts to reopen the government.

2 weeks ago

Rising insurance, retirement costs are concerning to Cortland mayor

Mayor Scott Steve says putting together the 2026 budget is harder than previous years as expenses are rising in Cortland.

2 weeks ago

Judge dismisses antitrust lawsuit against Cornell, others

An antitrust lawsuit against Cornell that was filed last October has been dismissed.

2 weeks ago

FCS Cortland among newly certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics

On October 2, Hochul announced that 13 new Community Behavioral Health Clinics have been certified, bringing the total number to 39.

2 weeks ago

IPD recover vehicle taken from dealership, arrest alleged thief

Unique Morrow is accused of taking a vehicle from an Ithaca dealership.

2 weeks ago

Ithaca man accused of Commons assault, resisting arrest

35-year-old Alexander Mosher allegedly assaulted someone on the Commons and attacked Ithaca Police officers.

3 weeks ago

Cameron man charged with 4 felonies, including welfare fraud

54-year-old James Brutsman, of Cameron, collected nearly $3,400 in benefits from the Steuben County Department of Social Services.

3 weeks ago

Barton bridge sees temporary 16-ton limit

The Reniff Road bridge in Barton has been down posted to a 16-ton weight limit until maintenance is performed.

3 weeks ago

29th Annual World of Skills Job Fair coming to Ithaca

The 29th Annual World of Skills Job Fair is taking place on Wednesday, October 22nd from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Hotel Ithaca.

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