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5 days ago

Ithaca area sees several travel advisories

Tompkins, Cortland, and Tioga counties are under travel restrictions because of a winter storm.

1 week ago

Ithaca area bracing for heavy snow

A cold weather advisory and a winter storm watch have both been issued by the NWS for the Southern Tier.

1 week ago

Tompkins County sheriff: ICE was absent following release of Mexico man in 2025

Last January, the release from jail of a man from Mexico became a controversy.

1 week ago

Largest gift in Cornell history establishes David A. Duffield College of Engineering

Cornell officials announced that $520 million of contributions from David Duffield will establish the David A. Duffield College of Engineering at Cornell.

1 week ago

State Comptroller: Over $68 million in unclaimed funds across five area counties, including Tompkins and Tioga

Money from old bank accounts, uncashed checks, and unused gift cards may be returned to New Yorkers.

1 week ago

One injured in crash on State Route 41 in Homer

On January 22, members of the Homer Fire Department were called to State Route 41 around 8:15 a.m. for a motor vehicle accident with entrapment.

1 week ago

Trumansburg man accused of disseminating indecent material to a minor

Franklin Zanker, 27, is accused of having sexually explicit video and audio interactions with the minor via social media platforms.

1 week ago

Cortland County administrator looking ahead after 100 days in office

Cortland County Administrator Michael Ponticello is marking a milestone -- 100 days on the job.

1 week ago

ICSD wins awards for academic, financial achievements

ICSD has won a national award focusing on finances and an award in academic achievement from the College Board.

1 week ago

Owego sex offender faces new felony

According to Tioga County Sheriff Gary Howard, Luke Travis failed to register a new address, which is a felony charge.

1 week ago

Broome County Sheriff’s Office releases autopsy results of woman who died in custody

Officials say 38-year-old Chelsey Davis’s cause of death was chronic alcohol use with hepatic cirrhosis with several contributing factors.

1 week ago

Former IC student reported missing last fall facing child porn charges

21-year-old Jonathan D'Agostino faces two felonies for possession and promotion of a sexual performance by a child.

1 week ago

INHS, Tioga Opportunities receive funding for home accessibility upgrade program

Ithaca Neighborhood Housing Services (INHS) has received a $178,000 grant from New York’s Access to Home program.

1 week ago

Ithaca man sentenced to 15 years on drug charge

On January 20, 38-year-old Zachary Jackson was sentenced to 15 years behind bars on a charge of criminal possession of a controlled substance.

1 week ago

Cortland welcomes new finance director

Cortland city officials say Clerence Shager, Junior will lead fiscal operations.

1 week ago

Dryden Town Board extends crypto mining moratorium to March

Dryden Town Supervisor Jason Leifer says an 18-month moratorium on cryptocurrency mining and data centers will get additional time.

1 week ago

No injuries in tractor-trailer vs. car collision in Groton

On January 20, McLean Fire and Rescue was called to the intersection of Lafayette Road and Route 222 around noon for a two-vehicle collision.

1 week ago

Flooding at Cornell dorm forces temporary relocation of several dozen students

On January 15, a sprinkler issue at Ganedago Hall caused minor flooding on one side of the building, according to school officials.

1 week ago

Business damaged, minor injuries after 5-car crash in Waverly

On January 16, police say there was a head-on collision around noon near the intersection of Elizabeth and Fulton Street.

1 week ago

From Mix Kitchen & Bar to Modern Ohana: restaurant rebranding in Ithaca

On January 18, Mix Kitchen & Bar officially served its final customers, but will soon welcome them back under a new name and menu.

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