Local
8 hours ago
Ensign accepts Tompkins County Highway Director position
Nick Ensign has accepted the position of Tompkins County Highway Director after serving in an interim role.
8 hours ago
Cortland County receives over $800k in matching funds from NYS
On October 20, the New York Department of State announced that Cortland County is receiving matching funds for two 2023 projects.
8 hours ago
Newark Valley man charged after threatening to firebomb law enforcement in NYC
David Cox Jr., of Newark Valley, told others he intended to travel to New York City and “firebomb” NYPD officers and federal law enforcement during the "No Kings Protest" on Saturday.
20 hours ago
Dispute leads to charges for Ithaca man
On October 21, 64-year-old Bruce Rogers pulled a gun out during a dispute at Nate's Floral Estates around 10:30 p.m.
20 hours ago
Emergency Town Board meeting called in Lansing related to proposed moratorium
On October 23, Lansing Town Board members will gather to determine a deadline for accepting public comments regarding the proposed local moratorium law and “approving litigation counsel.”
22 hours ago
Syracuse PD seeks help locating suspect in dog stabbing
On October 21, someone allegedly stabbed a dog at a residence in the 500 block of East Willow Street.
1 day ago
Late in budget season, Ithaca officials uncover $2.1 million shortfall
During a budget meeting on Tuesday, City Manager Deb Mohlenhoff revealed a surprise $2.1 million gap after a lengthy executive session.
1 day ago
Cortland man found guilty of criminally negligent homicide
38-year-old Joseph Miller of Cortland was convicted of criminally negligent homicide after his 60-year-old girlfriend Laurie Wing died after he assaulted her.
1 day ago
DEC releases more details about deceased man found in Connecticut Hill State Forest
On October 17, a 36-year-old man's body was discovered in the woods around 1:10 p.m. in the Town of Newfield.
1 day ago
13-month water/sewer project in Varna begins, Dryden town officials say
A water/sewer project is being done weekdays from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. until November 2026 in Varna.
1 day ago
Riley wants NYSEG, National Grid to do ‘right thing’
Rep. Josh Riley wants NYSEG and National Grid to publicly guarantee they won’t shut off service, charge late fees or interest, or send accounts to collections for those struggling because of the government shutdown.
1 day ago
Chemung County woman accused of violating order of protection twice in two days
53-year-old Jodi Kent of Millport was arrested twice in two days for violating an order of protection.
1 day ago
Owego FD honors longtime member at annual banquet
On October 18, Richard Franz was recognized for his 75 years of service at the Owego Fire Department’s annual banquet.
1 day ago
Art & Found creative reuse and antique store set to open in Dewitt Mall
On October 29, Art & Found will have its grand opening in the Dewitt Mall from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m.
1 day ago
Tompkins County hopes to attract more airlines to Ithaca airport
Key members of Tompkins County staff are headed to the TakeOff North America Conference in Florida next month to bolster services at Ithaca Tompkins International Airport (ITH).
1 day ago
Key Ithaca roadway remains closed after water main break damage
On October 18, a main break occurred near the South Aurora and Prospect Street intersection, and city officials say it caused extensive damage.
2 days ago
One airlifted after being pinned under tree in Cuyler
On October 18, the Cuyler Fire Department was called to a home around 1 p.m. for a report that someone was injured and pinned underneath a tree in their yard.
2 days ago
Brooklyn pair charged with attempted grand larceny in Steuben County
49-year-old Chengbin Lin and 48-year-old Lingquin Chen remotely took control over someone's computer and tried scamming them out of $28,000.
2 days ago
Angelhearts reopens as donut shop in Ithaca
Angelhearts Donuts, formerly Angelhearts Diner, is once again welcoming customers, this time at 110 West Green Street near Press Bay Alley.
2 days ago
Cayuga man faces child exploitation charges
Douglas Baker of Cayuga is facing child exploitation charges following an 18-month investigation.
