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7 hours ago in Lifestyle

Do you toss food once the date on the label has passed? Experts say that’s often a waste

If you've ever tossed out a carton of milk or a container of yogurt solely because the date on the packaging had passed, you're not alone. Many people throw away food simply because of the date printed on the label. But often it is still perfectly edible, according to experts.

4 days ago in Lifestyle

Biking to work: Tips to get started, stay safe and look presentable when you arrive

If you've considered bike commuting but assumed you needed expensive gear and to be in excellent physical shape, or worried about arriving at work disheveled or smelly, there are ways to overcome those hurdles.

4 days ago in Community, Entertainment, Lifestyle, Local

Classic car show nears in Newark Valley

Antique cars and trucks will be showcased on Saturday.

4 days ago in Community, Lifestyle, Local, Regional

Annual Route 90 Garage Sale begins today from Homer to Montezuma

Bright yellow garage sale sign with bold black text and a right-pointing arrow

There are roughly 50 miles of garage sales over the next three days along Route 90 in Cortland and Cayuga County.

5 days ago in Community, Lifestyle, Local

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Sports

7 hours ago in Sports

Marlins snap franchise-worst 12-game skid with walk-off win over Phillies

Clayton McCullough breathed a sigh of relief. The Marlins finally won a game. Miami overcame two-run, ninth-inning deficit in the ninth on Monday to beat division-rival Philadelphia 8-7 and snap a 12-game losing streak — the longest such stretch in franchise history.

7 hours ago in Sports

Rangers put themselves in good position as only AL West team with a winning record

The Texas Rangers have put themselves in a good position in the AL West just by having a winning record. Texas (54-52) is the only team in the division not under .500 with about one-third of the regular season remaining, and now less than a week before next Monday's trade deadline.

9 hours ago in Back to School Guide, Education, Local, Sports

New coach ‘eager’ to impact Cornell wrestling

Zach Tanelli is joining the program as associate head coach.

1 day ago in Sports

Tadej Pogacar confirms status as a cycling great with record-equaling fifth Tour de France title

Tadej Pogacar confirmed his status as one of cycling's all-time greats after winning a record-equaling fifth Tour de France title in emphatic style. Daring mountain attacks from deep, multiple stage wins and an ice-cool temperament all helped the 27-year-old Slovenian seal his victory on Sunday.

1 day ago in Back to School Guide, Education, Local, Sports

Ithaca College men’s rowing coach steps down

Justin Stangel is leaving South Hill after four seasons.

National

23 hours ago in National, Trending

Savannah Guthrie makes an emotional plea to her mother’s kidnappers

"Today" show host Savannah Guthrie says in a new video that her family is living an unending nightmare nearly six months after her mother's disappearance and pleads with her kidnappers: "Tell us where to look for her."

1 day ago in National

Traffic to start flowing Monday across new bridge between Canada and US

Traffic is set to start flowing Monday across a new bridge over the Detroit River that will serve as a critical route for trade, jobs and tourism between Canada and the U.S.

4 days ago in National

Outbreak of diarrhea-causing parasite linked to 4 more states

Federal health officials on Friday expanded the scope of their investigation into an outbreak of a diarrhea-causing parasite to four additional states, broadening the size of the largest U.S. outbreak of cyclospora.

4 days ago in National

There are already more US measles cases this year than in all of 2025

The number of measles cases in the U.S. has surpassed the record-breaking tally for all of 2025, with five more months of 2026 still to come.

6 days ago in National

Terrorism trial opens in stabbing of author Salman Rushdie

The man convicted of trying to kill Salman Rushdie spent years researching the writer's whereabouts before stabbing him on a lecture stage, federal prosecutors said Wednesday at the opening of his federal terrorism trial.

Local News from 607NewsNow

3 hours ago in Community, Local, Politics

Cortland County introduces deputy county administrator

Brick office building with white trim and arched window, under a blue sky; foreground sign reads Cortland County Office Building, 60 Central Ave (partial).

Terra Adams began working on Monday, July 27.

3 hours ago in Community, Crime, Food & Music, Local

Cortland PD announces arrest in mural vandalism at Hollywood Restaurant

41-year-old Andrew Grant spraypainted the Ronnie James Dio mural, Cortland Police said.

5 hours ago in Community, Local

Tractor-trailer a total loss in Freeville fire

On July 27, the Freeville Fire Department responded to a vehicle fire on Peruville Road.

6 hours ago in Health & Wellness, Local

Elizabeth Brewster House offering short-term and long-term care options, private room available

Elderly person's hands over younger person's hands

The Elizabeth Brewster House in Homer is offering an Adult Social Day Program, as well as more long-term care options for loved ones.

9 hours ago in Back to School Guide, Education, Local, Sports

New coach ‘eager’ to impact Cornell wrestling

Zach Tanelli is joining the program as associate head coach.

News

6 hours ago in Entertainment

Comic-Con 2026: David Jonsson is new Black Panther, Ryan Gosling joins Marvel as Ghost Rider

Marvel Studios used its Comic-Con International presentation Saturday to announce David Jonsson as the new Black Panther — the son of Chadwick Boseman's T'Challa — and reveal that Ryan Gosling will be playing Ghost Rider, both in films set for release in 2028.

1 day ago in Entertainment, Trending