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3 weeks ago

Mannion wants ‘transparent’ investigation in ICE shooting

Rep. John Mannion called the video footage of 37-year-old Renee Good being shot dead by ICE “deeply disturbing” in a statement on Facebook.

3 weeks ago

Tioga County 911 radio project still under construction

Tioga County Administrator Jackson Bailey says a 911 radio tower project remains a work in progress.

3 weeks ago

Deborah Dawson unanimously chosen as Vice Chair of Tompkins County Legislature

After Tompkins County Legislator Shawna Black was appointed as Chair, Legislator Deborah Dawson was chosen unanimously as Vice Chair.

3 weeks ago

NYS invests $400k in CMoG marketing campaign

The state is investing $400,000 in a marketing campaign for the Corning Museum of Glass (CMoG).

3 weeks ago

Ithaca shares winter changes, reminders about city parks and trails

Ithaca City Officials say trails within city parks receive limited maintenance during winter, and users should proceed at their own risk.

3 weeks ago

No injuries after small fire, evacuation at Dryden school

On January 7, officials say the middle and high school was forced to evacuate after a fire was reported in an office trash can.

3 weeks ago

Ithaca introduces new downtown parking fees

On Monday, Jan. 5, the price of metered parking in downtown Ithaca increased to $2.50/hour while parking in a city garage rose to $2.25/hour.

3 weeks ago

Nearly 2k attend First Day Hike at Taughannock Falls State Park

Park officials say over 1800 hikers and about 150 dogs showed up for walks at Taughannock Falls State Park on January 1.

3 weeks ago

Hochul signs legislation requiring warning labels for children on social media platforms

On Dec. 23, 2025, Gov. Kathy Hochul signed legislation requiring social media companies to display warning labels to children.

3 weeks ago

Winter Market open through March at Triphammer Mall

You can buy fresh produce and other goods every Saturday through March from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Triphammer Mall.

3 weeks ago

Retired Elmira cop starts work as school resource officer

Chemung County Sheriff Bill Schrom says Brian Williams is working as a school resource officer at Broadway Elementary School in Elmira.

3 weeks ago

Tompkins County Legislature backs nurses’ right to unionize in 16-0 vote

A resolution in the Tompkins County Legislature recognizing the rights of workers to form unions was approved Tuesday, Jan. 6 by all 16 legislators.

3 weeks ago

Two arrested in Ithaca after Flock Alert flags stolen vehicle

33-year-old Michael Smythe and 32-year-old Ebony Parham were arrested after the Tompkins County Sheriff's Office got an alert from Flock Safety cameras in Ithaca.

3 weeks ago

Odd even parking enforcement temporarily suspended in Ithaca

With milder weather on the horizon, city residents are free to park on either side of the street.

3 weeks ago

Fatal crash under investigation in Richford

On January 3, deputies were called to Route 79 in Richford for a two-vehicle crash around 1:30 p.m.

3 weeks ago

Troopers: Painted Post man made ‘repeated’ fake 911 calls in 2025

State Police say 40-year-old Thomas Margeson repeatedly made fake calls to 911 and the New York State Child Abuse and Mistreatment hotline last year. 

3 weeks ago

Homer to begin comprehensive plan review

Homer Town Supervisor Mike Park tells 607 News Now a state grant will help the town board update a plan that’s more than a decade old. 

3 weeks ago

Tioga County Legislature elects new chair

Legislator Tracy Monell was unanimously elected Friday, Jan. 2 to lead the Tioga County’s governing body, the first change at the top in over a decade.

3 weeks ago

Two charged with burglary, grand larceny in Cortlandville

On January 2, Richard Briere, of Cortlandville, and Miranda Simmons, of Lafayette, allegedly took items from Walmart without paying.

3 weeks ago

Wayne County man charged with Ovid burglary

On January 2, deputies arrested Joseph Lamb, of Newark, around 6:30 p.m. and is facing three charges.

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