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4 weeks ago

Centro Cortland to hold public hearing on major service changes

On Oct. 28, residents will have the opportunity to present comments or objections to proposed changes.

4 weeks ago

Cortland PD investigating string of thefts from motor vehicles

Police are urging residents to lock their vehicles at night and remove any valuables.

4 weeks ago

Southern Tier trio faces federal drug charges

If convicted, the three defendants face a mandatory minimum sentence of five years in prison and a maximum sentence of 40 years.

4 weeks ago

Auburn Police seek assistance in criminal mischief investigation

Police are trying to identify the owner of the pictured truck.

4 weeks ago

MAVAC ambulance damaged while responding to Freetown call

The vehicle was sideswiped by a tractor on McGraw-Marathon Rd., officials said.

4 weeks ago

Tompkins County still measles-free despite statewide increase

On Oct. 13, the NYS Department of Health released the latest data for confirmed measles cases.

4 weeks ago

Waverly man files lawsuit against village, mayor, police department

The resident is accusing the group of violating his First and Fourteenth Amendment rights.

4 weeks ago

Riley bill would restore essential plan coverage for 450,000 New Yorkers

If passed, the bill would restore federal funding cut in the One Big Beautiful Bill.

4 weeks ago

New executive director named at Ithaca’s State Theatre

Lanny Brown will start his tenure on Oct. 27.

4 weeks ago

Cornell bans fraternity house parties and social events for remainder of academic year

On Oct. 13, Cornell President Michael Kotlikoff released a statement highlighting actions being taken to curb sexual assault and support victims.

4 weeks ago

Marathon teacher makes it to top 10 in national contest

Bill Perks has a chance to win money for himself and his school.

4 weeks ago

Cornell group cancels homecoming concert

The Cornell Concert Commission says they're working on a charity concert to support prevention of sex crimes.

4 weeks ago

Ithaca alderperson seeks forgiveness of Asteri rent debt

"The Ithaca Common Council calls on the Vecino Group to drop all rent debt against the residents of Asteri."

4 weeks ago

Nichols man faces multiple charges after alleged police chase

Wayne Floyd Jr. is being held in Bradford County, Pennsylvania Jail on $125,000 cash bail.

4 weeks ago

Route 13 footbridge installation delayed to next week

The Dryden Rail Trail connector is expected to be installed Oct. 21-22.

4 weeks ago

Attempted murder charges in Burda case likely to be dismissed to avoid mistrial

The Cortland man, who shot at police serving him an eviction notice in January 2024, is expected to be sentenced later this month.

4 weeks ago

Tractor-trailer destroyed in Lansing fire; no injuries reported

On October 9, members of the Lansing and Groton Fire Departments responded to the intersection of VanOstrand and Buck Roads.

4 weeks ago

Newfield exploring possibility of farmers’ market

A group in Newfield is collecting public opinions.

4 weeks ago

Auburn man free on $1,500 bail after rape arrest

On Oct. 5, Luke Cross was arrested following an investigation that began in March 2026.

4 weeks ago

DOT to implement visibility upgrades at Ithaca intersection

According to Tompkins County Legislator John Hunt, the NYS DOT recently finished a traffic study at the intersection of Pine Tree Road and Route 79.

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