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2 weeks ago

Police investigating threat of violence at Cayuga Community College

Police are determining the validity of the threat, which was received in the early morning hours on March 4.

2 weeks ago

Elmira Police seeking alleged package thief

A bearded man wearing a dark jacket was caught on camera stealing packages from a porch in the 800 block of Grove Street.

2 weeks ago

Extra CHIPS money going toward Cortland County road repairs

Legislative Chair Kevin Fitch says over three million dollars that remains in Consolidated Local Street and Highway Improvement Program (CHIPS) funding from last year's budget will be put to good use. 

2 weeks ago

State Theatre of Ithaca searching for new director

After nearly two decades in charge, Doug Levine has left his role at the State Theatre of Ithaca.

2 weeks ago

Berkshire man charged in police chase

On Mar. 1, David Keener, of Berkshire, allegedly led six law enforcement agencies on a high-speed chase for 28 miles through New York and Pennsylvania.

2 weeks ago

Lawmakers appoint new probation director in Cortland County

On February 26, the Legislature unanimously voted to appoint Matthew Deno as Cortland County Probation Director.

2 weeks ago

Ellis Hollow Community Center Pool memberships discounted in March

Seasonal memberships for the Ellis Hollow Community Center Pool are now available.

2 weeks ago

Flock Safety violates Ithaca’s sanctuary city status, Sewell says

Alderperson Pat Sewell says a resolution calling for the city to end its relationship with Flock is on the table.

2 weeks ago

Enfield supervisor appoints new deputy

Enfield Town Supervisor Stephanie Redmond tells 607 News Now the town board votes next week on a replacement deputy supervisor.

2 weeks ago

Three charged with abandoning kittens in Barton

On February 24, the Sheriff's Office received a report that four kittens had been intentionally left on the side of Ellis Creek Road in the Town of Barton.

2 weeks ago

TCPL seeks art for 2026-2027 showcase

The Tompkins County Public Library (TCPL) is seeking individuals who would like their artwork showcased in the building.

2 weeks ago

Nearly 82k Hisense baby monitors recalled

Officials say the display unit of Babysense Max View Baby Monitors can overheat or spark while charging, posing a fire risk.

2 weeks ago

Cortland house fire ruled accidental

On Feb. 28th, firefighters were called to a home in the city’s Fifth Ward just before 2:30 p.m. after a neighbor saw smoke coming from the structure.

2 weeks ago

Fugitive from justice arrested in Ithaca

On Feb. 26, just after 1 p.m., deputies assisted the Cornell Police Department in taking Alvonsey Manigault into custody as a fugitive from justice.

2 weeks ago

What’s new about SNAP? Tompkins County DSS leader explains

Tompkins County Department of Social Services Commissioner Brittanie Earle tells 607 News Now federal law changed last year. 

2 weeks ago

IPD says pedestrian struck Feb. 10 was trying to cross street

Investigators determined a pedestrian was trying to cross Elmira Road on Feb. 10 when they were struck by someone driving a Chevrolet Silverado.

2 weeks ago

Cornell to launch part-time, online bachelor’s degree in 2027

Cornell is launching a new program to increase accessibility to higher education.

2 weeks ago

IPD arrests 3 for meth possession during traffic stop

The Ithaca Police Department seized over 50 grams of meth during a traffic stop.

2 weeks ago

Authorities investigating student school threat at S-VE Middle School

On February 25, district officials say they became aware of a rumored potential threat of violence by a student at the Middle School around 10:30 a.m.

2 weeks ago

Virgil house fire started in pellet stove, authorities say

Firefighters responded a little before 9:30 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 26 to a single-family home on Webb Rd. in Virgil.

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