(607NewsNow) — Here’s a look back at the top stories on 607NewsNow from this week:

McGraw Tower work nears completion: According to a statement to WHCU, Andrew Magre, Associate VP for Engineering and Project Administration said. “The restoration of the job site back to the previous condition, and removal of the construction fencing around the project remains to be done. This work will be completed by August 14 before the majority of students arrive on campus.” Get the full story here.

DEC issues another air quality alert for Southern Tier: New York’s Department of Environmental Conservation has issued an air quality alert through midnight for the Southern Tier. A similar advisory was issued on Monday. Particles from Canadian wildfires are still drifting to the region, which may pose breathing problems to some people. Get the full story here.

Cortland-based Suit-Kote being sold to French group: The U.S. arm of French company Colas Group has agreed to purchase Suit-Kote for over $450 million. Suit-Kote, whose headquarters are in the Crown City, operates in over 20 locations in New York and Pennsylvania. Get the full story here.

Ithaca Common Council approves homeless hub: Following the Tompkins County Legislature’s vote Tuesday to move forward on a collaborative shelter with the city, the Common Council agreed last night. Mayor Robert Cantelmo summarized the resolution before calling for a vote. Get the full story here.

Cortland PD: Beware of zoning permit invoice scam: Police say someone is impersonating a staff member from the city’s Planning and Zoning Commission and Codes Office. The perpetrator is sending invoices from an “@usa.com” email address to residents trying to obtain permits for work on their property. The payment is requested via wire transfer. Get the full story here.